By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Federal Government has sanctioned a N12,000 fee for kidney dialysis under the Kidney Dialysis Subsidy Scheme, a significant reduction from the previous N50,000. Deputy Director and Head of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Mr. Alaba Balogun, announced this...
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The First Indigenous Church in Nigeria, established in 1925 – THE ETERNAL SACRED ORDER OF CHERUBIM AND SERAPHIM CHURCH (ESOCS) is set to mark its Centenary Anniversary. The Thanksgiving Service, involving All ESOCS’ members resident in the Northern part of Nigeria is scheduled to hold at National Christian Ecumenical...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Nigeria’s Super Eagles B secured a 2-0 victory over Congo in their final Group D match of the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) on Tuesday evening. The game was held at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, starting at 6:00 p.m....
Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has launched a digital platform called NGF Investopedia to draw investors and tackle a $100 billion infrastructure funding shortfall. Unveiled in Abuja on Tuesday, the platform acts as a centralized hub for investors seeking reliable and transparent investment prospects across Nigeria’s 36 states. NGF Chairman...
Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, has revealed that Nigeria spends approximately $10 billion each year importing agricultural products such as wheat, rice, sugar, fish, and tomato paste. Speaking at the First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.’s 2025 Agric and Export Expo in Lagos on Tuesday, Kyari,...
Federal Government has unveiled an ambitious nationwide initiative to address Nigeria’s housing shortage, with a focus on delivering affordable homes through strategic partnerships and innovative projects. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, announced the plan during the commissioning of the FHA Express View Estate 1 and FHA...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said Nigeria is poised to deliver clean and sustainable energy solutions not just in-country but also across Africa and beyond. The President made the remarks today at the commissioning ceremony of a 40,000 cubic meters (CBM) Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) vessel,...
Why Okonjo-Iweala Was Right Nick AguleEmail: nick.agule@yahoo.co.ukX: Nick Agule, FCAFacebook: Nick Agule, FCA Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s statement that President Tinubu deserves credit for stabilising the economy is not just diplomatic—it’s analytically sound. Stability is the prerequisite for any meaningful reform. Without it, growth is impossible. But unfortunately, many Nigerians...
By EMMANUEL KUJE Abuja- United States Government has praised Nigeria’s recent apprehension of suspected Ansaru terrorist leaders, calling it a significant milestone in the nation’s fight against terrorism. In a statement shared on X by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria on Monday, the U.S. commended the Nigerian government and...
Corruption continues to be Africa’s most significant governance hurdle, according to former Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo. Speaking at the National Defence College (NDC) in Abuja on Monday, Akufo-Addo delivered the graduation lecture for Course 33 participants, themed: “ _Enhancing Institutions for Effective Governance in Africa.”_ He highlighted that, despite...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Over 300 church leaders from across Africa have condemned the rising abuse of the pulpit for political manipulation, self-promotion, and false teachings, warning that such practices distort the Gospel and weaken the Church’s witness. This was contained in a communiqué issued at the end...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Professor Ibrahim Umara of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) has called on the Federal Government and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to strengthen the naira by allowing its free flow in domestic markets and encouraging foreign investors to purchase Nigerian goods and services...
Iconic American R&B and funk group Shalamar is poised to captivate Abuja’s music enthusiasts with a spectacular concert on October 4, celebrating Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day weekend. The event, set to take place at the International Conference Centre, promises an unforgettable evening filled with timeless hits, according to the...
By CHRIS NWOKOCHA – Nigeria today is facing one of its most complex security challenges since independence. Banditry, terrorism, kidnapping, and armed robbery have taken root in the forests and rural areas, threatening lives, livelihoods, and national stability. At the center of proposed solutions stands the Nigerian Forest Security...
Senate President Godswill Akpabio returned to Nigeria early Monday morning, landing at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at 4 a.m. following a brief vacation in London. His trip abroad followed his leadership of Nigeria’s delegation to the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva from July...
It was a dazzling evening of elegance, warmth, and celebration as the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) hosted its 2025 Patron’s Dinner with the International Jury in Lagos, Nigeria. The gathering brought together policymakers, stakeholders in Africa’s creative economy, music executives, artists, media representatives, and AFRIMA’s international jurors from...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to thoroughly investigate alleged irregularities that marred Saturday’s by-elections. In a statement released on Sunday in Abuja, ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, called for sanctions against any officials found culpable and...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described the Hilltop residence of former Military President, Retired Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), as a “Mecca” for Nigerians, attributing this to Babangida’s exceptional leadership qualities. Jonathan made these remarks on Sunday in Minna during a visit with other well-wishers...
President Bola Tinubu has committed to transforming Nigeria’s transport sector into a key driver of the nation’s economy. Speaking at the second matriculation ceremony of the Federal University of Transportation, Daura, for the 2024/2025 academic session, Tinubu outlined his vision for a revitalized sector powered by skilled professionals. Represented...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- Smart DNA Nigeria, the nation’s premier DNA testing facility, has unveiled its 2025 Annual DNA Testing Report, highlighting a 13.1% increase in DNA testing from July 2024 to June 2025. The report, shared with journalists in Lagos on Sunday, offers critical insights into Nigeria’s evolving...