Sightsavers demands removal of barriers for women in medical careers
By Gabriel Ewepu Sightsavers Nigeria has urged governments, institutions, and partners to dismantle structural barriers preventing women from pursuing and thriving in specialised medical careers, emphasising that gender inequality continues to limit progress in the health sector. In a statement highlighting persistent challenges, the organisation noted that women in Nigeria still face significant obstacles in […]
El-Rufai: Release him or file charges — Datti-Ahmed warns FG
The Coalition Political Action Committee (COPAC), led by Aminu Datti-Ahmed, on Sunday warned the Federal Government to either release former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai immediately or file formal charges against him, saying keeping him in custody beyond the expired remand order would violate the Constitution.
NRC plans electric trains as part of Nigeria’s rail modernisation drive
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) plans to introduce electric-powered trains on major rail corridors as part of efforts to modernise the country’s railway system and boost operational efficiency.
10 things to know about Anthony Placid, new police spokesperson
The Nigeria Police Force has appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police Anthony Placid as its new Force Public Relations Officer, succeeding Benjamin Hundeyin.
Resolution of OPL 245 dispute will lead to economic boom – AGF Fagbemi
THE Attorney-General of the Federation, AGF, and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has said that resolving the longstanding dispute over OPL 245 will reposition the economy and strengthen the country’s fiscal muscle.
Bandits kill one, abduct five in night raid on Sokoto community
Sokoto State has witnessed a fresh security scare following a night-time attack by armed bandits on Mallamawar Yari village in Kware Local Government Area, resulting in the death of one resident and the abduction of five others.
