Hepatitis B: Lawmaker, pharmacists target 100 Lagosians with free screening, vaccination
By Chioma Obinna No fewer than 100 residents of Amuwo Odofin and neighbouring communities in Lagos have benefited from free Hepatitis B screening and vaccination during a community health outreach led by Hon. Stella Foluke Osafile, a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, in partnership with Lopez Pharmacy Limited. The outreach, organised to […]
NYA urges members to contest all seats, targets 2027 elections
The National Youth Alliance (NYA) has called on its members across Nigeria and in the diaspora to prepare for active participation in the 2027 general elections by contesting elective positions at all levels.
Nigeria targets $90bn livestock economy as $3bn investment drive gathers momentum
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s livestock sector are intensifying a private sector-led push to unlock $3 billion in investment opportunities over the next three to five years, aiming to shatter longstanding barriers and propel the industry into a $74-90 billion powerhouse by 2035.
Ideas rule the world, says Soludo at UNN lecture
Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo, has expressed concern over what he described as a growing disconnect between academic research and public policy, stressing that ideas remain the driving force of societal development.
LAGOS: Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu backs N70m fund for children’s surgeries
By Matilda Ikediobi Non-profit organisation, Orunsii Welcare Foundation, has committed N70 million to support paediatric surgeries for indigent patients across selected hospitals in Lagos, in a bid to improve access to life-saving care for children whose families cannot afford treatment. The initiative, unveiled in collaboration with the Office of the First Lady of Lagos State, […]
Stakeholders back Rep Fuad Laguda for second term
Major stakeholders in Surulere Constituency I of Lagos State have declared support for the re-election of the member representing the constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Fuad Kayode Laguda.
Cleric to Nigerian Youths: Become Ambassadors of Peace
Founder and Custodian of the World Peace Movement, Shaykh Ahmad Dabbagh, has urged Nigerian youths to embrace peace-building and become ambassadors of peace in their communities.
2027: Ajose backs due process, seeks fairness in APC governorship race
A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Dr Samuel Mawuyon Ajose, has clarified his position on the recent endorsement of the Deputy Governor, Dr Kadri Hamzat, by the state leadership. This was contained in a statement signed by the Director-General of the Ajose campaign, Mr Biodun Coker […]
PAFON 2026: Cybersecurity gaps, trust issues undermine financial inclusion drive
As Nigeria accelerates its transition toward a cashless economy and deeper financial inclusion, stakeholders have raised concerns that persistent cybersecurity gaps and declining trust could undermine the sustainability of progress in the digital payments ecosystem.
Interswitch, Stakeholders seek stronger public-private collaboration to unlock retail growth
Stakeholders at the Interswitch Retail Summit have called for stronger collaboration between the private sector and government to unlock new opportunities for retailers and drive sustainable growth across Nigeria’s retail ecosystem.
Edo miners protest NSCDC harassment over royalty levies
The Edo State chapter of the Miners Association of Nigeria (MAN) has accused the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) of harassing and extorting its members through alleged arbitrary enforcement of royalty payments on pulverized mineral materials. Speaking at the association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held Wednesday in Auchi, the Acting Chairman of MAN […]
