NIWA warns operators against overloading barges on Lagos waterways
By Cynthia Alo The National Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, has warned cargo barge operators against the dangerous practice of overloading containers beyond approved limits, saying the trend poses a serious threat to safety on Lagos inland waterways. Speaking at the 2026 Shipping Correspondents Association of Nigeria’s (SCAN) Dockworkers’ Day in Lagos, the Lagos Area Manager, […]
The Psychology of Home: Why smell matters more than we think
As a psychologist, I have spent years exploring the relationship between people and their environments. What influences our mood?
Food scientists critical pillars to address security, safety
The former Vice Chancellor, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Professor Michael Ologunde has disclosed that Food Science Technologists are a strong pillar towards ensuring food insecurity and safety globally.
NPF Microfinance Bank maintains strong asset quality, records N2.91bn PAT
Gross earnings rose by 49.56 per cent from N12.95 billion in 2024 to N19.37 billion in 2025, while profit before tax increased by 78.74 per cent from N2.44 billion to N4.36 billion.
EMERGE launch game-changer for mining sector devt — Alake
•As SMDF facilitates 1.5mmetric tonnes per-annum aluminium refinery project By Gabriel Ewepu THE Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, yesterday, assured that the launch of the Early-Stage Mineral Exploration and Research Grant Endowment, EMERGE, programme is a game-changer for the nation’s solid minerals sector. Speaking at the launch of EMERGE in Abuja he said […]
FG to partner INNOVA on curbing cancer surge in Nigeria
The Federal Government of Nigeria has underscored the importance of partnering with private sector to find lasting solutions to the scourge of cancer in Nigeria. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at a two-day Stakeholder’s Engagement and Capacity Building programme organised by Innova […]
