By EMMANUEL ANKELI, Sokoto – Vice Chancellor of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), Professor Bashiru Garba, has emphasized that achieving meaningful development in. Nigeria without sustainable energy is impossible. In his inaugural lecture, “Chemistry, Energy and Industrialization: The Tripod of Sustainable Development,” Prof. Bashiru stressed the critical role energy...
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Nigeria’s nutrition and early childhood development (ECD) landscape came into sharp focus this week with the release of a new country report based on the General Household Survey – Panel (Wave 5). The report, “Early Childhood Development in Nigeria: A Country Report on Early Childhood Development using the General...
By ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo – A coalition of NGOs has launched sensitization campaigns against Gender and Sexual Based Violence as part of a month long activity to raise awareness on its dangers and the consequences The campaigns which are carried out in partnership with the sexual and gender based...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has lamented that wealthy residents in Abuja are reluctant to pay taxes, despite benefiting from the territory’s infrastructure. Wike made the remarks during the inauguration of the newly constructed Collector Road CN2 in Abuja on...
By HARUNA AHMED, Katsina – A total of 287 former aspirants and candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Katsina State have defected to the Coalition of Political Parties ahead of 2027 election. The defectors, who include former House of Assembly, Chairmanship, and Councilorship aspirants and candidates, cited...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has conferred the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) on Colonel Abubakar Dangiwa Umar, a prominent advocate of democracy and vocal supporter of the June 12 election struggle. The conferment was made during President Tinubu’s visit...
US President Donald Trump has announced that he will decide whether to join Israel’s strikes on Iran within the next two weeks, citing a “substantial” chance of talks to end the conflict. Trump’s statement comes amid heightened tensions between the US and Iran, with the White House Press Secretary,...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Senate has pledged to monitor the sector-by-sector implementation of the 2025 Rivers State budget to ensure transparency, accountability, and meaningful development in the state. Chairman of the Senate Ad hoc Committee on Oversight of Rivers Emergency, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, made the commitment during the...
By HARUNA AHMED, Gusau – The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has commended Governor Dauda Lawal for increasing the salaries of medical doctors in Zamfara State, making them the highest-paid in Northern Nigeria. NMA’s State Chairman, Dr. Ibrahim Hano, at press conference in Gusau on Thurs, praised the governor’s administration...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has sounded the alarm over a dual public health crisis in Africa, as cholera and mpox cases surge across multiple countries. According to the Director-General of the Africa CDC, Dr. Jean Kaseya, the continent is facing...
By BARBARA KALU, Awka– The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has revealed that Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s focus on infrastructure development is the reason behind the party’s delayed start to campaigns ahead of the November 8 Governorship Election in Anambra. APGA’s National Publicity Secretary, Dr. Ejimofor Opara, disclosed this in...
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has emphasized the crucial role of telecom services in ensuring national security, particularly in addressing issues that require effective communication. According to the Executive Vice-Chairman of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, achieving national security would be impossible without effective telecommunication. “Telecommunication services are now vital...
By MARY RONKE, Ilorin – President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing reforms that enhance the ease of doing business, expand critical infrastructure, and stimulate sustainable growth in the real sectors of the economy. This assurance was made during the 65th Annual General Meeting/Conference of the...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu Thursday in Kaduna State, commended the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, for leading the process of restoration of peace, and harmony in the state. President Tinubu, who was on an official visit to the state, inaugurated the Institute of Vocational...
Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has pleaded not guilty to alleged defamation charges filed against her by the Federal Government. The lawmaker was arraigned before Justice Chizoba Orji of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court on three counts bordering on alleged defamation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and...
By EMMANUEL JIMOH, Benin – The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has received 119 stolen artefacts from the Government of the Netherlands, attributing the successful return to divine intervention. He expressed gratitude to Presidents Bola Tinubu and Muhammadu Buhari for their support and commitment. “There were groups in...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Multichoice Nigeria has officially announced the premiere date for the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 9 reunion show, titled: “No Loose Guard”. The highly anticipated reunion will air on June 23 at 10:00pm on Africa Magic Showcase, Africa Magic Family, DStv, and GOtv platforms. The...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu hascommissioned a host of projects, including 300-bed hospital, Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development and 100 CNG buses, Kafanchan township road among others. Tinubu made the commissioning on a one-day official visit to Kaduna State, saying the state is...
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to unlocking the potential of every state in Nigeria. According to Tinubu, the goal is to empower all states to serve their people effectively. “What Kaduna is doing is a clear sign of what is possible when the sub-national governments...