14 states face flood risk between July 14 and 20, NiHSA warns

By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — As flooding continues to affect parts of the country, the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) on Wednesday warned that 14 states face a medium flood risk between July 14 and 20, 2026. The warning was contained in a flood advisory issued by the Director-General of NiHSA, Arc. Umar Mohammed, who […]
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‎NYSC to Employers: Improve corps members’ welfare

‎‎The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has called for stronger collaboration among governments, corps employers and other stakeholders to improve the welfare and workplace experience of corps members across the country.

93 percent of inmates are State offenders, half don’t need jail — Tunji-Ojo

..’How we freed 4,000 inmates in one day’ By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed that 93 percent of inmates in Nigerian custodial facilities are state offenders, with only 7 percent held for federal offences, adding that a significant proportion of these inmates do not require incarceration in the first […]

The case for inclusive education in Nigeria

By Chidinma Nwafor In Nigeria, thousands of children living with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, ADHD, Down syndrome, and other related conditions continue to struggle in silence. Some of them have been labelled “stubborn,” “antisocial,” “slow learners,” and mentally unstable. Yet behind these labels are innocent children with unique abilities and amazing […]

Reps seek increased nutrition budget as malnutrition costs Nigeria $2.5bn yearly

*32% of under-5s stunted; 58% of women anaemic *CS-SUNN pushes stronger legislative action, sustainable nutrition financing By Chioma Obinna The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security, Hon. Chike Okafor, on Thursday raised fresh alarm over the economic and human cost of malnutrition, revealing that Nigeria loses about $2.5 billion annually to […]

Sudan Crisis: Nigeria, global community urged to push for ceasefire

AS humanitarian and security crisis deepen in Sudan, a former and renowned Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Sudan, Amb Suleiman Dahiru, and Amnesty International Nigeria, Wednesday, called on Nigeria and the international community to push for ceasefire.

Adebogun mourns ex-Ondo Commissioner, Olasinmi Odunmbaku

Founder and Visitor of Caleb University, Imota, Dr. Oladega Adebogun, has paid glowing tribute to the late Mother Celestial Olasinmi Akindele Odunmbaku, describing her as “a pillar of faith, humility and selfless service” whose legacy will continue to inspire generations.

Kemsan unveils group,expands with four strategic subsidiaries 

Kemsan  has officially unveiled Kemsan Group Ltd, marking a major milestone in its corporate evolution from a single real estate company into a diversified group of companies with interests spanning real estate, construction, agriculture and the automobile sector. Founded in 2019 by Amb. Ahmed Oluwaseun Owoseni, the Ibadan-based company has grown into one of Nigeria’s […]

Over 1,500 residents benefit from free medical outreach in Ota

No fewer than 1,500 residents of Ota and neighbouring communities in Ado-Odo/Ota local government area of Ogun State benefited from a free medical outreach organised by Omooba Boluwatife Adeyanju in collaboration with the palace of the Olota of Ota.

Outgoing CIIN President attributes successful tenure to flagship initiative

By Rosemary Iwunze The outgoing President of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria, CIIN, Mrs. Yetunde Ilori, has said that her flagship initiative, tagged ‘EPIC’, succeeded in bridging the critical knowledge gap between insurance practitioners and consumers. Ilori stated that EPIC, which stands for Education, Professionalism, Institutional Recognition and Capacity Building, contributed in driving financial […]

Chocolate City’s Founders Fund Africa opens applications for creative economy accelerator

By Efe Onodjae  Chocolate City Group (CCG) has opened applications for the inaugural edition of its Founders Fund Africa Creative Economy Accelerator Programme, aimed at supporting startups in Africa’s creative sector with funding, mentorship, strategic partnerships and investor readiness support. The initiative targets founders building innovative businesses across music, film and media, design, and creative […]

State Police: Govs can’t turn outfit into private army — Abbas

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, has defended the proposed State Police Bill, assuring Nigerians that adequate constitutional safeguards have been included to prevent governors and political actors from using state police as private security outfits.

EFCC seeks stronger partnership to curb terrorist financing, protect CSOs

By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called for stronger collaboration among governments, regulators and civil society organisations across Africa to combat terrorist financing while protecting legitimate charitable organisations from unnecessary regulatory restrictions. Speaking at the 3rd Africa High-Level Civil Society Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT) Conference in Abuja, […]

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