Nigeria targets end to diagnostic imports as Abbott begins local HIV, Hepatitis test kit production
… PVAC, Afrimedical partnership positions Nigeria as WA’s manufacturing hubBy Chioma Obinna With 99 percent diagnostic imports, Nigeria has taken a decisive step toward reducing its heavy dependence on imported medical diagnostics with the commencement of local production plans for advanced HIV, hepatitis and syphilis rapid test kits under a strategic partnership involving global healthcare company […]
Kaduna moves to deepen health reforms
…as Deputy Governor tasks LG chairmen on accountability, service delivery By Joseph Erunke, Abuja Kaduna State has launched a fresh push to strengthen primary healthcare delivery across its 23 local government areas, with the Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe ,challenging council chairmen to embrace transparency, accountability and citizen participation as critical tools for saving […]
Prayer, moral discipline, patriotism key to tackling insecurity – Chaplain Alimi
By Uko Etim UYO—The Corps Commanding Officer of the Nigeria Christian Civil Chaplain Corps, NCCC, Chaplain Daniel Joe Alimi, has called on Nigerians to embrace prayer, moral discipline and patriotism as critical tools for tackling insecurity and strengthening national development. He said the call is rooted in NCCC’s vision that “national security is not only […]
Kwara North Senate: Group urges consideration of ‘grassroots sentiment’
The Renewed Hope Youth Alliance (RHYA) has warned that the All Progressives Congress (APC) may face an internal political crisis if it ignores emerging grassroots sentiment in Kwara North Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group, in a statement issued on Monday by its National Coordinator, Amb. Israel Akinola, said consultations across […]
Salako support groups defect to APC, back Adeola ahead of 2027
Support groups loyal to grassroots politician and former House of Representatives aspirant, Apagun Olaseni Salako, have officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), in a move seen as a significant political shift in Ogun West. The defection was announced during a meeting attended by leaders, coordinators, and members […]
Jim Okolo bags forensic fellowship, reaffirms commitment to science education
By Progress Godfrey The Managing Director of Nouvelle Perspective, Hon. Jim Okolo has been honoured with the fellowship of Forensic Guards Nigeria & Forensic Ambassadors Academy Africa, consolidating on his numerous awards of recognition. The honour was conferred on him at the first edition of the National Forensic Science Debate Competition which took place at […]
Investment: UK, Nigeria launch £15m growth programme to drive economic transformation
By Ebunoluwa Sessou & Danielle Enukorah The United Kingdom and Nigeria have launched a new £15 million Growth Programme aimed at accelerating economic transformation, unlocking private investment and supporting Nigeria’s transition from macroeconomic stabilisation to sustained, reform-led growth. The initiative was announced during a visit to Nigeria by the UK Minister for Africa and International […]
Trump says Hormuz will reopen after Iran deal signed
US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz would reopen after the planned signing of an Iran peace deal on Friday, apparently contradicting an earlier statement that the crucial waterway would open immediately
BTY Foundation equips 50 Oyo school teachers with digital skills
Brace Up The Young (BTY) Foundation for Children Learning and Community Development has trained 50 public school teachers from Government College Ibadan on how to use Artificial Intelligence in classrooms, a move aimed at equipping educators with practical skills for AI-driven teaching, lesson planning, assessment, and classroom management. According to the foundation, the training is […]
Lagos Assembly inducts new officers, emphasises professionalism, accountability
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Lagos State House of Assembly has reiterated its commitment to excellence, professionalism and diligence in public service as it commenced a two-day induction programme for newly appointed officers of the Lagos State House of Assembly Service Commission, LAHASCOM and the Assembly. The programme, held on Monday at the Lateef Jakande Auditorium, […]
Atueyi seeks support for Delta Assembly bid in Ethiope West Constituency II
By Paul Olayemi Former aspirant for the Delta State House of Assembly, Ethiope West Constituency II, Hon. Atueyi Ogheneochuko Isaac, has formally declared his intention to contest for the seat representing the newly created Ethiope West Constituency II and appealed for the support of political leaders, stakeholders, and residents of the constituency ahead of the […]
