Why we are targeting 7% annual GDP growth — Edun
*Says Nigeria needs $14bn annually to bridge infrastructure gap *As IsDB invests over $2.4bn By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief & Adesina Wahab THE Minister of Finance, who is also the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Olawale Edun, has said the nation is targeting an annual 7 percent growth in its Gross Domestic Product, GDP, […]
Rebuilding futures: VCDF, Lagos State, SEEPCO Transform Obele Community Schools
In a renewed push to strengthen public education infrastructure in Nigeria, Vcare for Development Foundation (VCDF), in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education and with support from Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO), has completed the rehabilitation of Obele Community Senior and Junior Secondary Schools in Surulere. […]
FG uncovers 840,290 visa overstayers in Nigeria — Tunji-Ojo
According to him, “as of today, through our upgraded system, we have about 840,290 visa overstayers in Nigeria. These are foreign nationals who have exceeded their permitted stay.”
Expert tasks FG on set goals for national devt
The Federal Government has been urged to set deliberate goals for national development even as the country begins a countdown to another round of general elections in 2027.
From Passion to Enterprise: How Tolu Eletu is shaping Nigeria’s wellness industry
Nigeria’s wellness industry is growing, but it is still largely unstructured and undervalued. For Tolu Eletu, Founder and Wellness Director of Neubelle Med and Wellness Centre, this gap is both a challenge and an opportunity. “My dream is for the Nigerian wellness industry to become a respected and recognised profession,” she says. “I want people […]
Enugu workers jubilate as Mbah approves promotion, conversion of 2,114 civil servants
Civil servants in Enugu State have expressed widespread excitement following the approval of promotion and conversion for 2,114 public workers by Governor Peter Mbah. The affected workers participated in the November/December 2025 promotion and conversion exercises conducted across the state civil service. The approval, which takes immediate effect, also covers the financial implications of the […]
Access to quality healthcare for Spina Bifida patients still poor in Nigeria — Fajemilo
In this interview, Co-founder and Executive Director of Festus Fajemilo Foundation (FFF), Mr. Afolabi Fajemilo, speaks on healthcare gaps
Uncertainty as SKC Ogbonnia rattles APC, ADC in Enugu
President Bola Tinubu’s ardent critic and former Presidential Aspirant in the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. SKC Ogbonnia, has been around and in the news for a while. Ogbonnia recently resigned from the ruling party APC and not long after he joined the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) in a grand fashion in his ward at […]
Ogun new CP, Ojajuni declares zero tolerance for misconduct
…unveils citizen-centred policing agenda By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The new Police Commissioner of Ogun State Command, Bode Ojajuni, on Monday declared zero tolerance for misconduct, human rights violations and corruption within the force, as he formally addressed officers, stakeholders and the public in his maiden press briefing. Speaking at the Command headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta, CP […]
Hospital, Road: Awgu traditional rulers, stakeholders endorse Mbah for second term
*As WHO urges other states to emulate Enugu’s healthcare model Traditional rulers, community stakeholders and women groups in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State have described the newly constructed Type-2 Primary Healthcare Centre in Ogbaku as a lifeline for the people, and overwhelmingly endorsed Governor Peter Mbah for a second term in office. The […]
CGE Africa equips young women for leadership in fisheries, aquaculture
By Ebunoluwa Sessou As part of efforts to promote gender inclusion in Nigeria’s blue economy, the Center for Gender Economics in Africa, CGE Africa, hosted a two-day Joint Summit and Onboarding Workshop as part of its Future Women Leaders in Fisheries Fellowship, FUWOLIFF. The initiative was aimed at supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students in Fisheries […]
Tinubu at 74: Sanwo-Olu distributes 20,000 food packs to residents
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, yesterday, hosted residents, distributing 20,000 food packs and a personalised letter to celebrate the 74th birthday of President Bola Tinubu.
Anietie Bature drops spirit-lifting anthem, ‘No Name Higher ‘
By Chioma Okoye Fast-rising worship leader and songwriter Anietie Bature has released her new single titled “No Name Higher,” a simple, spirit-filled song about lifting the name of Jesus. It is now available for streaming and download on Spotify, Audiomack, her YouTube channel, and other platforms. With a duration of four minutes and thirty-two seconds, […]
Francophone diplomatic community reaffirms commitment to support young Nigerians
By Nkiruka Nnorom The Group of Francophone Ambassadors in Nigeria (GAF) have reaffirmed commitment to supporting young Nigerians as they leverage French language as a tool for building careers, and accessing regional and international opportunities. The GAP made the commitment during the reception at the Embassy of France to celebrate La Francophonie Month 2026. The […]
M/EAST CRISIS: Travel agents lament as sales plunge 40%
National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies, NANTA, Monday, lamented the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, saying its members have lost between 30 and 40 per cent in ticket sales owing to disruptions in travel demand.
Jos Attack: Senator Natasha demands action from Defence Minister
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has called on the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, to take immediate and decisive action following the March 27 attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos, which claimed over 30 lives, mostly Christian worshippers.
