Tobacco kills up to 28,000 Nigerians annually, ACPN warns FG
By Esther Onyegbula The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria, ACPN, has called on the Federal Government to adopt stricter tobacco control measures, including policies that could eliminate nicotine from tobacco products or impose an outright ban on tobacco, warning that Nigeria can no longer sustain the growing health and economic burden linked to tobacco […]
Nigeria listed among Commonwealth leaders in cervical cancer fight
By Sola Ogundipe Nigeria’s efforts to reduce cervical cancer cases have drawn attention at the Commonwealth level, with the country listed among 12 member nations making progress in vaccination, screening and treatment. Nigeria was singled out for her nationwide rollout of the single dose HPV vaccine campaign introduced in October 2023 under the leadership of […]
Maman Avia Initiative expands efforts to empower youths and women in aviation
By Okoye Chioma The Maman Avia Initiative, a youth-focused non-governmental organization, is strengthening its mission to empower young people, women, and aspiring professionals within the aviation industry through targeted programmes, mentorship, and advocacy. Established to bridge the information and opportunity gap in aviation, the Initiative continues to provide career guidance, sponsorship support, and professional development […]
Leadership, key to start-up development — Oluranti, real estate expert
•Obasanjo, Senator Adeola headline launching of books on sector By Matthew Johnson Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Senator representing Ogun West district in the 10th Assembly, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola and the Olu of Ilaro, HRM Oba Kehinde Olugbenle, are some of high profile dignitaries expected at the launch of three books authored by real estate […]
Ajanaku @ 60: Tinubu Aiyedatiwa, Akande, Fayemi, others celebrate media icon
By Dayo Johnson Akure President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described veteran journalist and media professional, Idowu Ajanaku, as a distinguished voice in Nigeria’s media landscape who has contributed significantly to journalism and national development. In a goodwill message on Ajanaku’s 60th birthday, Tinubu commended his decades-long career in reporting, editing, and public communication. He noted […]
Group backs newly elected candidates in Ondo, says they’ll drive Dev
— Praises Gov’s leadership By Dayo Johnson Akure The All Progressive Congress Mandate Group, Ondo State Chapter, says the newly elected All Progressives Congress candidates will provide exceptional representation and drive meaningful development across the state. In a congratulatory message, the group’s Director of Media, Emmanuel Ojo, hailed the APC candidates for the Senate, House […]
