Weak regulation, chemical-dependent farming deepens Africa’s toxic exposure, biochemist warns
Weak environmental regulation and heavy dependence on chemical-intensive farming are accelerating Africa’s exposure to toxic substances.
2026: Timely agric interventions ‘ll boost food production, AFAN tells FG, others
….urges farmers to unite under AFAN By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE All Farmers Association of Nigeria, AFAN, yesterday, urged the Federal Government and development partners on timely release of interventions to farmers in order to boost food production in 2026. Speaking with Vanguard, the National President, AFAN, Mohammed Magaji, said farmers have been experiencing […]
Line in the sand, by Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
“Once you carry your own water, you will remember every drop”– African proverb. A member of the US team that visited Nigeria recently to verify claims of genocide against Nigerian Christians, Congressman Riley Moore, has taken up huge space in our media. On his return to the US he released a statement and was shown on […]
Tinubu’s wife empowers 250 Ondo elderly with N200,000 each
A total of 250 elderly persons in Ondo state, have benefitted from the Renewal Hope initiative Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS), of the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu.
Omoha Nduka applauds Tinubu’s Choice of Gen. Musa, says appointment strengthens national security
Prominent businessman and entrepreneur, Prince Omoha Nduka, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing former Chief of Defence Staff, General Ibrahim Musa, as Minister of Defence, describing the decision as timely and strategic in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges.
Nnanyelugo Okoro: Sixty-five hearty cheers to a communication icon
Encomiums have continued to pour in for Professor Nnanyelugo Okoro as his academic sons and daughters mark his 65th birthday in 2025. As AN ADVERTISING GURU, A PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPRESARIO, A MEDIA LUMINARY, A SOCIAL MEDIA ACTIVATOR, A COMMUNICATION SCHOLAR AND PRACTITIONER PAR EXCELLENCE, A HIGHLY ACCOMPLISHED ACADEMIC MOTIVATOR AND MENTOR, THE ARCHITECT, DOYEN, APOSTLE […]
Human Capital Crisis: How Nigeria’s ailing health system is stifling national productivity
In the complex relationship between human well-being and economic vitality, population health remains a crucial foundation for national productivity
JuliRose Hotels commissioned at University of Port Harcourt
JuliRose Hotels and Suites, a 180-room hospitality facility located at the University of Port Harcourt, was commissioned on Friday
Gov. Mbah appoints Kenechukwu Nnamani, Managing Director, ENSIDA
Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, has approved the appointment of Mr. Kenechukwu Nnamani as the Managing Director of the Enugu State Investment Development Authority (ENSIDA), as part of a broader reshuffling and strengthening of key government institutions. The appointment was announced on Wednesday in a statement signed by the Secretary […]
Wike commends Tinubu on appointment of Prof. Orluwene as UPTH CMD
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Professor Chituru Godwill Orluwene as the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH). Wike expressed gratitude to the President for once again finding a Rivers State indigene worthy of a key […]
African students clinch top honours as KDI School graduates new global policy leaders
By Victoria Ojeme African students were among the standout performers as the KDI School of Public Policy and Management held its 2025 Commencement Ceremony, reinforcing the institution’s growing role in shaping a new generation of global policy leaders committed to ethical governance and sustainable development. The award recipients included Stephen Ojegbola from Nigeria, who earned […]
