Avoidable frequent boat mishaps in Nigeria
It is sad that Nigeria’s inland waterways have continued to claim lives in preventable boat accidents. The latest tragedy struck on Saturday, January 3, 2026, in Nguru Local Government Area of Yobe State, where a canoe carrying 52 passengers from Adiyani in Jigawa State capsized in Garbi. It claimed 29 lives, with 8-10 people still […]
Nine years after, Zamfara medical student gets certificate after Lawal settles N25m debt
Governor Dauda Lawal has settled a N25 million debt of Zamfara medical student who graduated in 2017 in India.
Health initiative targets underserved women in nationwide cervical cancer drive
AWAKE Campaign, in collaboration with Sebeccly Cancer Care, has concluded plans to commence a nationwide cervical cancer awareness drive aimed at reaching over one million people. The campaign also targets screening for at least 1,000 women and HPV vaccination for 500 women, particularly among underserved and high-risk populations. Cervical cancer remains a major public health […]
Plateau orphans get lifeline as Atjoda Hope Foundation starts 2026 outreach
By Chioma Obinna In a heartwarming start to its 2026 humanitarian activities, Atjoda Hope Foundation brought relief and renewed hope to vulnerable children at Tabitha’s Humanitarian Orphanage Home in Ndai, Panyam District, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The outreach underscores the urgent need to support orphans and disadvantaged youths in rural communities. Leading […]
Zamfara entrepreneurs get N263 million gov’t grants — ZACCIMA
Governor Dauda Lawal has disbursed N263 million to entrepreneurs and members of the Zamfara Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ZACCIMA).
Green city: Zamfara gov’t distributes motorcycles to sanitation officers
The Zamfara state government has distributed motorcycles to sanitation officers to deepen environmental sustainability and green policies.
