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Nigeria To Host Global Ministerial Conference On Antimicrobial Resistance In 2026
In a historic first for the African continent, Nigeria has been named the host of the 5th Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), set to take place...
SWAN Celebrates Customs Boss Bashir Adeniyi’s Landmark Election As WCO Chairperson
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has congratulated the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on his historic emergence as Chairperson of the Council...
FG, States Renew Push For Stronger Primary Healthcare As BHCPF Meeting Ends With Key Approvals
The Federal Government and state leaders have renewed their collective resolve to strengthen primary healthcare delivery in Nigeria, as the 11th Ministerial Oversight Committee (MOC)...
Terror Kingpin Yellow Danbokkolo Falls In Fierce Shootout With Troops
In a major breakthrough for Nigeria’s fight against terrorism, troops of Operation FASAN YAMA have eliminated the notorious terrorist kingpin Yellow Danbokkolo, who succumbed to gunshot wounds following a fierce...
Police Nab Two Over Cement Diversion Scam Spanning Four States
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two suspected fraudsters linked to a cement diversion syndicate operating across Anambra, Edo, Rivers, and Delta States.
The suspects, identified as Mmaduabuchi Udo and...
Vaping in Nigeria: Green Outside, Deadly Within
By Robert Egbe
When, during the 1920s, the American public began to identify smoking as the cause of their persistent cough, throat irritation, and other related diseases, tobacco companies – fearing a threat to...
Africa Urged To Unite, Shape Its Own AI Future
African nations must stop being mere consumers of artificial intelligence (AI) and begin owning, shaping, and regulating it in line with their values and priorities.
This was the powerful message delivered by...
Education Technology, Innovation Crucial For West Africa’s Future – ECOWAS Parliament
The ECOWAS Parliament has declared that education technology and innovation are vital tools for shaping the future of West Africa, calling on member states to embrace digital learning and...
Nigeria, Saint Lucia Strengthen Ties In Historic Bilateral Meeting
In a landmark move to deepen relations between Africa and the Caribbean, Nigeria and Saint Lucia have agreed to chart new paths for cooperation during a high-level bilateral meeting held as...
APC Releases Timetable For 2025 Bye-Elections, Pegs Form At N20 Million
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially released its schedule of activities and timetable for the 2025 bye-elections covering 2 Senatorial Districts, 5 House of Representatives seats, and 9...
Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment To Democracy In Africa, Pledges Support To Malawi Ahead Of Polls
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has reaffirmed the country's unwavering commitment to the promotion of democracy across the African continent.
Speaking during...
FG Delegation Pays Condolence Visit To Dantata Family In Madinah Ahead Of Burial
A high-powered delegation from the Federal Government of Nigeria has paid a condolence visit to the family of late elder statesman and business mogul, Alhaji Aminu Dantata,...
FRSC Boss Hails Customs CG On Global Appointment, Celebrates Nigeria’s Rising International Profile
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has congratulated the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on...
NOC President Recognises MK's Impact On Nigerian Football
The President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Habul Gumel, has heaped praise on football promoter, Nureni Makanjuola, popularly known as MK.
Gumel commended MK for his outstanding contributions to the development of...
NUJ FCT Passes Vote Of Confidence On Grace Ike-Led Council, Condemns Impersonation, Internal Sabotage
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has passed a unanimous vote of confidence on its Chairperson, Comrade Grace Ike, following a well-attended Congress held...
The "Angels" In the Nigeria Police Have Brought Yet yet Another Good News.
By Prince Muyiwa Adejobi
In a country where encounters with the police often spark anxiety instead of assurance, it’s easy to adopt a hardened belief: Can anything good...
FG Unveils Bold Digital Health Vision At Africa Summit In Lagos
– Salako: “Digital innovation key to health system transformation”
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s healthcare landscape through digital innovation, data systems, and artificial intelligence at...
Civil Service Shines Bright As FCT Hosts 2025 Rewards, Recognition Awards
Didi Walson-Jack: “We honour impact not rank"
It was an evening of pride, purpose, and powerful reflections as Nigeria’s civil servants took centre stage at the 2025 Federal Civil Service...
Over 300 Abuja Journalists Benefit From Free Health Checks In NUJ–Nizamiye Partnership
…High BP, sugar levels dominate findings as CDS hails health initiative
In a strong show of support for journalist welfare, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, in...
India Partners With FRSC To Train 1,000 Personnel On Stress Management, Emotional Wellbeing
In a landmark collaboration aimed at boosting the mental resilience of its personnel, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is set to train 1,000 officers in stress...
ECOWAS, AU Deepen Ties For Africa’s Stability, Growth
In a strategic move to bolster regional cooperation, President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, on Thursday 26th June 2025, received the Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC),...
Nigeria’s FRSC Named Africa’s Road Safety Secretariat In Historic Continental Honour
In a major continental milestone, Nigeria’s Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has been named the Permanent Secretariat of all Road Safety Lead Agencies (AARSLA) in Africa.
The announcement was made...
Police To Prosecute Foreign Nationals Over Alleged Fraud At River Park Estate
The Nigeria Police Force has wrapped up investigations into a major corporate fraud case involving three Ghanaian nationals, Samuel Esson Jonah, Kojo Mensah Ansah, and Victor Quainoo, alongside...
Nigeria, EU Set For High-Level Talks In Abuja To Deepen Strategic Ties
Senior officials from Nigeria and the European Union (EU) are set to convene in Abuja on Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd July 2025 for a crucial meeting aimed...
NAF Airstrikes Decimate Terrorists In Niger State, Reassures Civilians Of Safety
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dealt a decisive blow to terrorist elements in Niger State through a series of well-coordinated airstrikes carried out under Operation FANSAN YAMMA.
From 24th...
INEC Embraces Tech For Transparency Ahead Of Anambra South Bye-Election
As preparations gear up for the Anambra South Senatorial District bye-election, scheduled for 16th August, 2025 Nigeria’s electoral umpire, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has restated its commitment to...
ECOWAS, Nigerian Lawmakers Strengthen Ties To Deepen Democracy In West Africa
In a renewed push for regional unity and democratic stability, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, welcomed members of Nigeria’s House of Representatives Committee on...
ILEA Gaborone Hosts Advanced Drug Investigation Training For West, Southern African Officials
In a renewed push to tackle the surge in transnational drug trafficking, the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) Gaborone has launched an advanced-level training course for 35 law...
2025 World Drug Day: FG Urges Collective Action, Pushes For Prevention-Focused Investment
As the world marks the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a strong call for increased investment in...
FG Increases Health Budget Allocation By 52%, Commits To Strengthening Health Ties With Brazil
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its determination to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through bold reforms and deeper international partnerships with Brazil’s health system...
