By Victor OkoyeFootball Stakeholders have called for the immediate sack of Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro following the team’s second consecutive draw in the FIFA
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Group cautions Amotekun against human rights violation – es
By Angela AtaboBuilding Blocks for Peace Foundation (BBFORPEACE), a civil society organisation, has called on Amotekun operatives to respect human rights in the discharge of
EWEI, UN Trust Fund float project to support survivors of violence in Kaduna – es
By Sani IdrisThe Empowering Women for Excellence Initiative (EWEI), an NGO, has begun implementation of a project designed to support women and girls who survived
Tinubu’s administration on track to address humanitarian crises – UN envoy – es
By Cecilia OlogunagbaUnited Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Matthias Schmale says President Bola Tinubu-led administration is on track in addressing humanitarian crises in
FG resolves passport production crisis in U.S. – es
By Cecilia OlogunagbaThe Federal Government has resolved the passport production crisis in the U. S. as the three Missions have resumed passport services. According to
9 bodies recovered from Niger boat mishap – NSEMA – es
By Rita IliyaThe Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) has said that nine bodies were recovered from a boat mishap that occurred in Shiroro Local
Tinubu ‘ll make Nigeria great – Kaduna PDP Rep. – es
By Amen GajiraRep. Dan Amos (PDP-Kaduna) says the administration of President Bola Tinubu will make Nigeria great. Amos, who represents Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency at the
COCIN Nyanya marks 40 years anniversary, sues for peace, unity – es
By Blessing IbegbuThe Nyanya Local Church Council (LCC) of the Church Of Christ in Nations (COCIN), FCT, on Sunday celebrated its 40 years of existence
Gen Alli, former COAS, dies at 79 – es
By Sumaila OgbajeThe Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt. -Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has expressed heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Nigerian Army, on the passing
Appeal Court verdict, temporary setback – Gov. Mutfwang – es
By Patience AliyuGov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has described the verdict of the Appeal Court that nullified his election as a temporary setback. The governor
Petroleum tanker drivers begin nationwide protest, threaten to exit NUPENG – es
By Emmanuella AnokamThe Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) have threatened to exit its umbrella body, the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), if
Lions Clubs International offers free diabetes screening awareness – es
Members of Lions Clubs International at the screening and diabetes awareness exercise in LagosBy Yusuf YunusA non-governmental organisation, Lions Clubs International, District 404B4 Nigeria, has
Nov, Sun, 2023 Philip Daniel Yatai Economy FG’s VAT Direct Initiative‘ll grow SMEs, empower rural traders, artisans – Association – es
By Philip YataiThe Market Traders Association of Nigeria (MATAN), says the Federal Government’s Value Added Tax Direct Initiative (VDI) will end multiple taxation and promote
EFCC, NAF face-off unnecessary – Group – es
By Sumaila OgbajeA civil society organisation, Close Watch, has described the recent face-off between between the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) and some personnel
How FAM Initiative is building better mental health awareness among Adolescents and Young Persons in Nigeria – es
How FAM Initiative is building better mental health awareness among Adolescents and Young Persons in NigeriaBy Aisha GamboGlory Ernest , a 23 year-old graduate of
NDLEA recovers 63,767.3kg Indian hemp in 8 states – es
By Ibironke AriyoNDLEA recovered 63,767. 3kg of Indian hemp and 82,320 illicit pills in eight states in the last one week. Its spokesman, Mr Femi
Tinubu celebrates former President Jonathan at 66 – es
By Ismail AbdulazizPresident Bola Tinubu has described former President Goodluck Jonathan as an icon of democracy who inspires hope of good governance in the country
TCN reiterates commitment to transparency, accountability – es
By Dorcas JonahThe Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says it remains committed to transparency, accountability, and delivering essential services to Nigerians. A TCN consultant, Mr
Supreme Court Justice nomination: Social media reports mischievous – NJC – es
By Ebere AgozieThe National Judicial Council (NJC) has disowned reports credited to it by the social media that it received nomination list for Supreme Court
Institute honours ex-EFCC chair Magu over role in P&ID case – es
By Sumaila OgbajeA former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, was on Saturday conferred highest honour of doctoral fellowship of
Electoral Process: Nwoko canvasses participation of 20m Nigerians in Diaspora – es
By Deborah CokerSen. Ned Nwoko (PDP-Delta North), has canvassed the participation of the more than 20 million Nigerians in Diaspora in the country’s electoral process.
Edo needs practical not experimental governance –Shaibu – es
By Deborah CokerEdo Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, says what the state needs is practical and not experimental governance. Shaibu told newsmen on Sunday in Abuja,
Police nab serial goats’ thief in Kaduna – es
By Mohammed TijjaniThe Police Command in Kaduna State, said its operatives have arrested a suspected thief who specialised in stealing goats In Pasali Konu village
Out-of-school children crisis: London mayor to host Nigeria’s UK diaspora community – es
By Tosin KoladeThe London Borough of Southwark Mayor, Mr Michael Situ, has confirmed his desire to host members of Nigeria’s diaspora community in the UK,
NGO seeks strong education system to address problems of out-of-school children – es
By Joshua OlomuMr Bamidele Salam, Founder and President of Children of Africa Leadership and Values Development Initiative(CALDEV) has called for a strong national education system
Nigeria has youth population capable of providing technical assistance to ACP region – DTAC – es
By Maureen OkonThe Directorate of Technical Aid Corps (DTAC) says Nigeria possesses the population of skilled youths capable of providing technical assistance to African, Caribbean,
Business mogul advocates entrepreneurial studies in tertiary institutions – es
By Joshua OlomuThe Chief Executive Officer, Gosima Group, Dr Gideon Osi, has called on government at all levels to make entrepreneurial studies compulsory in academic
AfDB boss commends Nigerian governors on regional devt. approach – es
By Lucy OgalueSeven newly elected Nigerian Governors visited the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group President, Akinwumi Adesina, in Abidjan to strengthen cooperation and unlock the
Mark ‘D’ Ball Basketball Championship will be back soon, says Igoche Mark – es
By Victor OkoyeIgoche Mark, the initiator and founder of Mark ‘D’ Ball Basketball Championship, has assured that the much anticipated tournament is set to return
Improved leadership qualities critical to reposition Nigeria- Association – es
L-R: Mrs Adamma Uwachukwu, Alumni of HHHFAA; Ms Amanda Brown, Acting Public Affairs Officer, U. S Consulate Lagos; Mrs Abosede Oyeleye, President, HHHFAA Nigeria; and
ONSA partners UNDP, Germany on police reforms in Nigeria – es
By Sumaila OgbajeOffice of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has partnered with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the German Embassy in Abuja for
Coy supports 3 schools in Katsina with education materials – es
By Taiye AgbajeA company, Qamaris Enteprises, has distributed writing materials to the less privileged students of at least three schools in Katsina State. One of
Climate action central to achieving 8 presidential priorities – Environment Minister – es
By Abigael JoshuaClimateThe Minister of State for Environment, Dr Iziaq Salako, says climate action is central to achieving the eight presidential priorities of the present
Policies, strategies critical to efficient industrialisation – academic – es
By Lucy OgalueA Professor of Economics at the University of Ibadan, Olawale Ogunkola, has advocated the need for policies and strategies that foster efficient industrialisation
Experts want establishment of African carbon market – es
By Lucy OgalueSome experts say that the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) will considerably increase African trade without adding significant pressure on climate change
Gboko City Chiefs emerge champions of 2023 Bullet Energy Basketball Invitational – es
By Victor OkoyeGboko City Chiefs on Friday defeated Mak Town Flyers basketball club to emerge champions of the 2023 Sam Oguche/Bullet Energy Drink Invitational Tournament
Stakeholders brainstorm on migration policy review to meet current realities – es
By Jacinta NwachukwuThe National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) in collaboration with International Organisation on Migration (IOM), is seeking stakeholders to
Dynamical systems: Centre trains 20 researchers to enhance mathematical development – es
By Jacinta NwachukwuThe National Mathematical Centre (NMC) has trained 20 postgraduate students and researchers in “Dynamical Systems” to enhance their understanding of mathematical concept for
FCT SWAN seeks corporate partnership for 2023 annual week – es
By Muhyideen JimohThe Executive Committee of the FCT Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), has called on corporate organisations to partner the association in hosting
We are making efforts to increase tax revenue -JTB – es
By Naomi SharangThe Joint Tax Board (JTB) Staff Multipurpose Cooperative Society says it has intensified efforts to increase tax revenue to meet up with government’s
EFCC boss tasks CSOs on grassroots’ anti-graft campaigns – es
By Isaac AregbesolaChairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called on Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) across the country to engage
We’ll not recognise Osun Acting CJ, NBA tells Adeleke – es
By Joshua Oladipo The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has condemned the removal of the Chief Judge of Osun, Justice Adepele Ojo, by Gov. Ademola Adeleke.
Minister demands improvement from Super Eagles, after Lesotho draw – es
By Muhyideen JimohThe Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan-Enoh has expressed concern following the Super Eagles’ draw against the Crocodiles of Lesotho on Thursday
NASME, MTN MoMo unveil money platform for SMEs – es
By Stellamaris Ashinze/Lydia NgwakweThe Nigeria Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME) in partnership with the MTN MoMo has introduced a mobile money platform for
Will China’s Belt and Road Initiative bolster Nigeria’s economic growth? – es
By Fortune Abang, News Agency of NigeriaOver the years, China-Nigeria relations has continued to grow, leading to expansion in higher trade figures and cultural exchanges.