MWAN honours elders, pushes mentorship, work-life balance for female doctors
The Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria, MWAN, Lagos State chapter, weekend honoured its elderly members and past leaders, even as it called for stronger mentorship structures and improved work-life balance for female doctors.
Oracle Layoffs: A wake-up call for Nigeria’s workforce; insights from Kayode Akintunde
By Jimoh BabatundeThe recent reports surrounding Oracle Corporation allegedly cutting tens of thousands of jobs amid increasing adoption of artificial intelligence have sent shockwaves across the global tech ecosystem. While the scale and specifics of such layoffs continue to evolve, the underlying message is unmistakable: the once distant threat of automation is now a reality. […]
Why we ‘re taking malnutrition in Africa to UK’s House of commons – Dinah
By Ola Ajayi with agency reports The convener of the Mary Dinah Foundation, a not for profit organisation focus with the task of preventing and treatment of malnutrition in the Sub-saharan Africa, Mary Dinah has said the reason behind the proposed Sahel exhibition in the House of commons in the United Kingdom is mainly for […]
Aiyedatiwa donates N50m to empower Ondo women, launches O’Datiwa cooperative
–As govt honours Adejumo others as female icons By Dayo Johnson Akure Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced a N50 million fund to empower women across the state, including widows and the elderly. Aiyedatiwa said his administration would continue to stand firmly with women and girls in the state by supporting their aspirations, amplifying […]
Over 1,000 benefit from free Calabar outreach
By Henry Obetta No fewer than 1,000 residents of Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State benefited from a free medical outreach organised by Arubah Specialist Hospital in collaboration with key health bodies. The initiative, tagged “Free Healthcare for All,” was supported by the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Cross River State chapter, the […]
World Bank-backed HOPE Programme urges states to use soft loans to drive lasting reforms
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The National Coordinator of the World Bank-supported HOPE Governance Programme, Dr. Assad Hassan, has urged governments at all levels to take advantage of concessional loans from the World Bank to strengthen institutions and sustain governance reforms nationwide. Speaking on Tuesday in Enugu at the HOPE Governance South East Implementation Support Mission […]
NGA Legal Forum advances investment, regulation, energy transition pathways
By Emmanuel Okogba The Nigerian Gas Association (NGA) has successfully hosted the first edition of its Legal Forum, establishing a landmark platform to redefine the role of law and regulation in unlocking Nigeria’s gas potential. Held on 17 April 2026 under the theme “Strengthening Nigeria’s Gas Legal Framework for a Low-Carbon, Commercially Viable Future”, the […]
APC 2027: Orisun Igbomina cautions against zoning, says winning strategy must prevail
The President of Orisun Igbomina, a socio-cultural group in Kwara State, Chief Gbenga Awoyale, has cautioned that ceding the governorship ticket to Kwara North without strategic planning could pose challenges to the electoral prospects of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election.
2027: Adamawa State on a slippery slope
By Ifeanyi Ugwu I am not a regular commentator on national affairs, but from time to time I feel compelled to contribute my perspective. Having visited Adamawa State on several occasions, I have come to appreciate its scenery and the warmth of its people. However, one recurring issue that appears to challenge the state’s tranquillity […]
Taraba assesses 180 communities for rural intervention
The Taraba State Government, through its Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA), has commenced the second phase of the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES).
Sugar Production: FG tasks Flour Mills on 300,000MT target by 2030
The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, has urged Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc to scale up the annual production capacity of its subsidiary, Golden Sugar Company (GSC), to 300,000 metric tonnes by 2030. Enoh, alongside the Executive Secretary of the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), Mr. Kamar Bakrin, gave the directive […]
NLNG hands over 223 poetry entries for $100,000 literature prize
By Prisca Sam-Duru The 2026 edition of The Nigeria Prize for Literature officially entered into its adjudication phase on Monday, following the formal handover of 223 entries to the Advisory Board and panel of judges. The submission volume represents a robust showing for the poetry category. While slightly below some peak years, the figure remains […]
Sokoto: Fire outbreak devastates onion farmers, over 56M produce destroyed
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO: A devastating fire outbreak has dealt a heavy blow to onion farmers in Kojiyo community of Goronyo Local Government Area, Sokoto State, destroying no fewer than 2,275 bags of onions valued at about ₦56.8 million and plunging dozens of rural households into economic distress. The incident, which ravaged about 65 […]
2027: Gyuse withdraws from Jechira Reps race, backs Orduen
By Nnasom David A former House of Representatives aspirant, Gemanen Ajio Gyuse, has announced his decision not to contest the Vandeikya/Konshisha Federal Constituency seat in the 2027 general elections. Gyuse, who made the declaration on April 19, 2026, said his decision was based on the need to promote equity, fairness, and justice in the political […]
UNN initiated settlement talks, not Nnaji — Aide counters reports
Dr Robert Ngwu, has countered reports making the rounds that his boss, Chief Uche Geoffrey, and other respondents initiated the move for an out-of-court settlement in an ongoing legal dispute with University of Nigeria Nsukka. Reacting on Monday, Ngwu said that UNN sought out of court settlement as against reports saying otherwise. He noted that […]
Group urges Obi to moderate post-election claims, backs Tinubu for 2027
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo AThe NDIGBO FOR TINUBU 2027 FORUM (NDI-ABAT) has called on the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, to moderate his public statements regarding the outcome of the last presidential poll. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the group expressed concern that continued public debate over the […]
