Umahi varsity, teaching hospital begin free medical services
By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki ABAKALIKI — David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences, DUFUHS, and David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital, DUFUTH, Uburu, Ebonyi State, have commenced a two-month free medical treatment programme for residents of the area. The initiative, which commenced at the premises of the teaching hospital, is aimed at improving access to […]
Flood: NEMA trains emergency responders on urban search, rescue in A’Ibom
By Egufe Yafugborhi UYO — NATIONAL Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, has commenced a refresher training on Urban Search and Rescue, USAR, for emergency responders in Akwa Ibom State, as part of efforts to strengthen the state’s preparedness for flood disasters and building collapse. The training, holding at the NEMA Uyo Operations Office, brought together personnel […]
Ifada bags EDGE leadership award
Maureen Ifada Honoured With Leadership Award in Marketing at EDGE Awards 2026Marketing Director of FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc, Maureen Ifada, has been honoured with the Leadership Award in Marketing at the 2026 EDGE Awards, adding another major recognition to her distinguished career in marketing and brand management. Ifada received the award at the 14th edition […]
$1 Trillion Economy: Nigeria must achieve 28% annual GDP growth – Experts
By Ephraim Oseji President of the Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria (CIoD), Adetunji Oyebanji, has revealed that Nigeria requires an annual compound economic growth rate of 28.02% to hit its $1 trillion GDP target by 2030, up from an estimated $290.79 billion in 2025. Oyebanji spoke in Lagos during the 42nd Dr. Michael Omolayole Management […]
Industrialising agric sector will move Nigeria away from subsistence farming – Stakeholders
By Kafayat Kokumo Stakeholders in the agric value chain have called for the industrialisation of Nigeria’s agricultural sector, saying it would create jobs, improve food security, increase exports and move the country from subsistence to commercial agriculture. They made the call at the two-day symposium and exhibition held by Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, […]
Edo DG urges patriotism, unity, others at independence
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Deputy Governor OF Edo State, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa has called for patriotism, unity, renewed faith in the country among others as Nigeria celebrates her 66th independence anniversary. He also urged Nigerians to commit themselves to building a stronger, united, and prosperous nation. In a statement issued by […]
