Coalition commends NRS over N711bn to N3.6trn revenue surge
Nnaemeka said the figures, while ambitious, reflect the early fruits of structural reforms aligned with the economic vision of Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
EHA Pharma, partners launch RxBook to improve pharmacy decision-making
EHA Pharma, in collaboration with Pharmaplus Nigeria and eHealth Africa, has launched RxBook, a digital medicine and pharmacy decision-support platform, at Pharma West Africa.
Financial strain, geopolitical tensions shadow ILO governing body meeting
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Governing Body of the International Labour Organization, ILO, has concluded its 356th Session in Geneva, Switzerland with discussions dominated by financial pressures facing the institution, ongoing geopolitical tensions linked to the war in Ukraine, and preparations for a key leadership transition. The meeting brought together member representatives to review progress across ILO’s […]
Ikorodu Division rallies behind Benson for re-election into House of Representatives
By Adesina Wahab Political leaders across the local government areas in Ikorodu Division of Lagos State have rallied round Hon. Babajimi Adegoke Benson for another term in the House of Representatives.The leaders based their support on the sterling performance of Hon. Benson in the National Assembly.Speaking for the leaders yesterday at a forum in Ikorodu, […]
Rescued disabled Imo girl exposes Nigeria–Mali trafficking ring, urges urgent intervention
By Esther Onyegbula The rescue of a 22-year-old physically challenged girl from Imo State, Princess Nnenna, has exposed a growing human trafficking network linking Nigeria, Benin Republic and Mali, raising fresh concerns over the exploitation of vulnerable young women under the guise of economic opportunities. The Global Anti-Human Trafficking Organization, GAHTO, which facilitated her return, […]
US lawmaker urges Tinubu to remove Bello Matawalle over security concerns
She said findings from the report indicated a disconnect between official assurances and realities on the ground, with testimonies from local leaders and survivors pointing to persistent vulnerabilities.
PINL disburses over N2bn scholarships to 1,500 students in Niger Delta host communities
Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) has disbursed scholarship grants worth over N2 billion to more than 1,500 students from pipeline host communities across Rivers, Bayelsa, Imo and Abia states.
Otuaro’s PAP: Group hails 2-year performance, blasts critics
By Etop Ekanem WARRI–Advocacy for Niger Delta Development, ANDD, led by Activist Moses Mala says experiences of Gbaramatu Kingdom and performance of Dr Dennis Otuaro reinforce his qualification and capacity to lead Presidential Amnesty Programme, PAP, advising: “Ijaws should refrain from baseless criticisms.” Congratulating Otuaro for posting stellar performance in his two years as PAP […]
Group responds to Atiku’s ‘Inexperience’ claim, defends Jonathan’s record
The Citizens Alliance for Transparent Leadership (CATL) has responded to remarks by former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, concerning the administration of former President, Goodluck Jonathan.
‘Talent alone not enough for acting career’, says actress, Mojoyin Fadaka
Emerging Nollywood actress Mojoyin Fadaka is making a quiet but impressive mark in the Nigerian film industry, choosing skill development, discipline, and artistic growth over the pursuit of quick fame.
2.2m Nigerian children face vaccine gap as UNICEF, Korea launch targeted intervention
… Agency says zero-dose crisis driven by inequality, not failure of vaccinesBy Chioma Obinna The United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, on Thursday raised concern over Nigeria’s worsening immunisation gap, revealing that about 2.2 million children in the country have never received a single routine vaccine, as it partnered the Republic of Korea and Nigerian authorities […]
Isi-Uzo Council chairman hails Gov Mbah’s security milestones
The Chairman of Isi-Uzo LGA, Hon. Obiora Obeagu, has hailed Governor Peter Mbah’s achievements in the security sector as unprecedented in the history of Enugu State.
Lagos remains center of Nigeria’s economy – Obasa
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has reiterated that Lagos is the heartbeat of Nigeria’s economy, stressing that despite Abuja being the Federal Capital Territory, Lagos continues to drive the nation’s economic strength. Obasa made this declaration on Thursday, April 16, when he received the new leadership […]
Rising excitement ahead of 15th DOAMF charity golf tournament on Saturday
The annual DOAM Foundation Charity Golf Tournament comes around again at the Golf Section of Ikoyi Cub 1938 on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The event is well known among players and guests for its high standards.
Nigeria to host landmark global AMR summit amid rising drug resistance concerns
Nigeria is set to host the world’s top ministerial meeting on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) for the first time in Africa, amid growing global concern over the rising misuse and overuse of life-saving medicines.
INEC absence won’t invalidate party congresses, primaries — Ubani
…Says compliance with Electoral Act, not INEC’s presence, determines validity By Henry Ojelu As political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, a constitutional lawyer Dr Monday Ubani, SAN, has clarified that the absence of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, at party congresses, conventions, or primaries does not automatically invalidate such exercises. […]
