Ekiti holds grand reception for Olanisakin, ex-CDS
A grand state reception and dinner was held on Saturday night by the Ekiti Government in honour of the erstwhile Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), […]
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NGO urges CBOs to explore other sources of funding
The Challenge Initiative (TCI), Nigeria, an health-based NGO, has called on Community Based Organisations (CBOs) to explore other sources of funding to sustain their activities […]
More people experience memory loss from 50 years in Kebbi – NGO
The Behavioural Health Foundation of Nigeria (BHFN), an NGO,has decried an increase in memory loss (amnesia) by elderly people from the age of 50 years […]
COVID-19: Osinbajo cautions against vaccine nationalism
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says the principle of fairness must be applied by leaders in addressing challenges in health, the economy, and other issues. Osinbajo’s […]
FG to introduce emergency medical, ambulance services
The Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) said it planned to introduce a National Emergency Medical Service and Ambulance System (NEMSAS) to enable Nigerians call for help […]
Maiduguri and environs record 1,158 cases of measles — MSF
Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) known as Doctors Without Borders said that 1,158 cases of measles were recorded within Maiduguri and environs within the past five […]
Power shortage: KEDCO appeals to consumers
The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has appealed to electricity consumers for understanding over recent shortage of power supply in its franchise areas.Mr Ibrahim Shawai, […]
El-Rufai appoints Shehu Usman as Emir of Kauru
Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna state has approved the appointment of Alhaji Ya’u Shehu Usman, former Sakin Fadan Kauru, as the new Emir of Kauru […]
Nasarawa State University Mass Comm Dept ready for NUC accreditation – HOD
The Department of Mass Communication, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, is ready for accreditation by the Nigeria Universities Commission (NUC) for its accreditation. Dr Josiah Sabo-Kente, […]
Ogun governor calls for prayer against security, economic challenges
Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun has urged Nigerians not to be discouraged by the prevailing security and economic challenges confronting the nation, urging them to […]
“Only concrete commitment from FG will prevent planned NSF shutdown”
The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the ongoing National Sports Festival (NSF) says only a concrete commitment from the Federal Government will prevent it from […]
NIRSAL debunks corruption allegation over handling of ABP, threatens litigation
The Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending has debunked reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria has suspended further disbursements to the agency […]
FCTA working hard to address demands of union, Official says
The Federal Capital Terriory Administration (FCTA) is addressing the demands of the Joint Unions Action Committee (JUAC), Abuja Chapter. The FCTA Director of Human Resources, […]
COVID-19 response: PSC replaces PTF April 1 for next 8 months –SGF
Following the expiration of the terms of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, President Muhammadu Buhari has dissolved the PTF and set up the […]
Our meters are free, KEDCO insists
The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) on Tuesday said that meters issued out under the ongoing zero phase are free and should not be paid […]
Eviction of 3rd Mainland Bridge encroachers: Fashola gives 1-month extension
Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has given a one-month notice extension to those encroaching underneath the Third Mainland Bridge to vacate the Right […]
Appeal Court quashes N2.1bn money laundering charges against Dokpesi
The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, on Thursday discharged founder of DAAR Communications Plc, Chief Raymond Dokpesi, of the N2.1 billion money laundering charges filed […]
We’ve so far registered 51m for NIN, 189m SIM cards – Minister
The Federal Government says it has so far enrolled 51million citizens for the National Identification Number (NIN) as at March 31, 2021. Minister of Communication […]
Digital Switch Over: FG to rake in $1bn from spectrum sale – Minister
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, says over one billion dollars would accrue to government from the sale of spectrum after completion […]
Economic Watch: China’s PMI rebounds as economy continues expansion
China’s manufacturing and service sectors registered faster growth in their business activities in March, as production and demand increased following the Spring Festival holiday, according […]
Bagudu urges Nigerians to be patriotic in using social media
Gov. Atiku Bagudu of Kebbi, on Wednesday urged Nigerians not to use the social media to bring down the country, but always promote the dignity […]
Children group to stage dance-drama, Jagabanism, to celebrate Tinubu at 69
A drama group, Gifted Steppers Children, has concluded arrangements to stage a dance-drama to celebrate the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief […]
ASUU applauds FG for agreeing to review MoA periodically
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has applauded the Federal Government for agreeing with the union on a period review of the implementation of […]
FG inaugurates VSAT core skills, trains 600 youths on entrepreneurship
Mr Isa Pantami, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy on Monday inaugurated the National policy on Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) core skills. Pantami […]
20th NSF: Edo reconstitutes LOC’s sub-committees
Edo Government has reconstituted the 13 sub-committees of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) it set up ahead of the 20th National Sports Festival (NSF), the […]