Nigeria’s Search for Solutions, By Hassan Gimba
“Our problems are man-made; therefore, they may be solved by man. No problem of human destiny is beyond human beings.” – John F. Kennedy Nigerians have […]
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What Nigeria requires to address infrastructure deficit — Emefiele
Mr Godwin Emefiele, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Saturday said that the Federal Government needed about US$100 billion annually to address […]
We are getting somewhere on security, Buhari tells Netherlands PM
President Muhammadu Buhari, at a bilateral meeting with Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of The Netherlands, in New York, U.S., has assured that Nigeria is dealing […]
Buhari approves hosting of International Summit on Primary Health Care
In a bid to build on milestones attained in managing the coronavirus pandemic, President Muhammadu Buhari has given his consent to Nigeria’s hosting an international […]
Nigerians in S/Africa pledge to guard against fake passport registration
Nigerian Citizens’ Association South Africa (NICASA) on Saturday pledged to remain vigilant against fake websites advertising the registration and renewal of Nigerian passports. The President […]
Zenith Bank’s profit before tax rises by 3% to N117bn in 2021 half year
In a clear demonstration of its resilience, Zenith Bank Plc has announced its audited results for the half-year ended 30 June 2021, recording positive growth […]
Anambra polls: CSO Yiaga Africa begins pre-election observation — official
Yiaga Africa, a civil society organisation, on Sunday, in Abuja, said it had commenced its pre-election observation of Anambra state ahead of the Nov. 6 […]
Cholera: NCDC to submit vaccination request to ICG, GTFCC, NPHCDA
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) is to submit a cholera vaccination request to the International Coordinating Group (ICG) and the Global Task Force […]
Shell unveils first Female Managing Director for deep-water Nigeria
World energy giant, Shell, has named Elohor Aiboni as the Managing Director of its Nigeria deep-water business, Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) […]
Stop politicising COVID-19 origin tracing – S. Africa’s governing party
South Africa’s governing party African National Congress (ANC) on has called for an end to the politicisation of the origins of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Lindiwe […]
Minerals: FG encouraging value addition before export-Minister
Mr Olamilekan Adegbite, the Minister for Mines and Steel Development, says Federal Government was encouraging value addition to raw materials before exportation to enhance the […]
NGX closes for Eid-el-Kabir celebration upbeat
Transaction on the Nigerian stock market closed on a positive note ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration with a marginal growth of 0.01 per cent. Specifically, […]
Nigerians in S/Africa warn compatriots against business in troubled areas
The Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA) has urged compatriots living in that country to take precautions while doing business in troubled areas, to avoid […]
Anambra Guber: ADC candidate picks clergyman as running mate
Dr Akachukwu Nwankpo, the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the Nov. 6 Anambra governorship election, has selected Mr Lawrence Ughammadu, a Pentecostal […]
NCDC confirms deadly Delta variant of COVID-19 in Nigeria
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has detected a confirmed case of the SARS-CoV-2, known as the Delta variant in Nigeria. The NCDC Director-General, Dr […]
AFEX calls on African Governments to ensure safety of Journalists, respect digital rights
The Eighth General Meeting of the African Freedom of Expression Exchange (AFEX), a network of African freedom of expression and media development organisations which are […]
Aremu tasks African Youths on Nation Building
African youths have been urged to change the narrative of Africa from a false impression of a failing continent to that of a working and […]
Environmentalist advocates more afforestation activities to curb desertification
An environmentalist, Mr Gafar Odubote, has called for increased afforestation efforts to address the growing desertification encroachment on farmable lands in the country. Odubote, the […]
Basheer-Garba Mohammed resumes duty as NAPTIP new Head, promises better deal
Sen. Basheer Garba Mohammed on Friday in Abuja resumed duty as the new Director-General of National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons. (NAPTIP). […]
Zenith Bank wins best corporate governance in Africa 2021 award
For the second consecutive year, Zenith Bank Plc has been named as the Best Corporate Governance ‘Financial Services’ Africa 2021 by the Ethical Boardroom. The […]
Zamfara children’s parliament calls for speedy passage of child protection bill
The Zamfara state Children’s Parliament has called for the speedy passage of the Child Protection Bill in the state. The parliament made the call on […]
Africa COVID-19 cases exceed 5m, says WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says confirmed cases of COVID-19 from 55 African countries, as at June 14, have reached over five millions, while 28.2 […]
Troops eliminate 6 ISWAP terrorists, capture equipment in Borno
The Nigerian Army says troops of Operation Hadin Kai have eliminated six terrorists of Islamic States West Africa Province (ISWAP), who attempted to infiltrate Dikwa […]
AU deploys observers for general elections in Ethiopia
The African Union (AU) on saturday said it had deployed its long-term observers for Ethiopia’s general elections scheduled to take place on June 21. Following […]
Sulaiman-Ibrahim assumes office as head refugees’ commission
Mrs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, former Director-General of National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), on Friday assumed office as the Federal-Commissioner, National Commission for […]