Rep Balami urges urgent action to end Boko Haram violence in communities
Apparently perturbed by the renewed killings and abduction of innocent civilians by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists, the member representing Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency in Borno State, Hon Dr. Usman Midala Balami, has moved a motion at Thursday's plenary to immediately halt the ugly trend.
48 Hours Talent Hunt rollout puts spotlight on director ThePeacock’s creative approach
A new digital talent initiative backed by Nigerian content creator Carter Efe is drawing attention not only for its scale but also for the creative direction behind its rollout.
Nigeria bets big on skills, infrastructure as Alausa unveils sweeping reforms
Nigeria’s education sector is undergoing one of its most ambitious transformations in decades, with the Federal Government rolling out massive investments in infrastructure, digital connectivity, and skills-driven learning under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Groups move to combat Asthma in Abia, target schools, motor parks
The Asthma Relief Campaign Project, in partnership with the Global Allergy & Airways Patients Platform (GAAPP), has launched a coordinated effort to combat asthma in Abia State.
NMA: Delegates suspend President Bala Audu, overturn candidate disqualifications, install caretaker
The Nigerian Medical Association ,NMA,has plunged into a leadership crisis after its National President, Prof. Bala Audu, was suspended by members over alleged constitutional violations and high-handed conduct.
Edo government intensifies farmers’ registration, communal farming for food security
THE Edo State Government yesterday renewed its call for farmers to participate in its ongoing registration and profiling exercise which it said is meant to strengthen agricultural development in the state.
Sickle cell researcher Falusi wins HLF Role Model Award
By Esther Onyegbula Renowned Nigerian haematologist and geneticist, Adeyinka Gladys Falusi, has been honoured with the prestigious Role Model Award by the Hallmarks of Labour Foundation (HLF) in recognition of her outstanding contributions to medical research and national development. The award was conferred on Saturday, April 18, 2026, during the Foundation’s 29th anniversary celebration held […]
CIS, ABUAD convene high-impact forum on Finance, Securities and Investment
By Peter EgwuatuThe Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), in partnership with Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), has unveiled plans to host the 2026 edition of its Annual International Conference on Finance, Securities, and Investment from May 21 to May 22, 2026, at Afe Babalola University in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.The hybrid conference, designed to host […]
Millions of workers at risk as global shocks intensify, ILO warns
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Director-General of the International Labour Organization, Gilbert Houngbo, has raised the alarm over imminent labour crisis following unabating global shocks. He said though the global labour markets appear broadly stable, with unemployment steady and growth continuing into early 2026, structural weaknesses-including widespread informality and extreme poverty-are putting millions of workers at risk. […]
NTIC students shine with exceptional performances in 2026 UTME
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Nigerian Tulip International Colleges (NTIC) has celebrated outstanding academic achievements by its students in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), highlighting a remarkable display of excellence and determination. Leading the celebration is Adeiza Ismail Bashir, who delivered an extraordinary performance with a score of 365. His near-perfect scores of […]
Edo NDLEA holds workshop for patent medicine vendors on drug abuse, others
THE Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Wednesday held a one day workshop for members of the National Association of Patent and Proprietary Medicine Dealers (NAPPMED) on abuse of drugs and over the counter prescriptions.
