The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) and the Integrated Child Survival Advocacy at the Last-Mile (ICSA) have reaffirmed their commitment to improving child survival and strengthening primary healthcare delivery. The Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr Rahila Aliyu-Muktar, stated this during an advocacy visit by the ICSA delegation to the agency on Tuesday in Kano. Aliyu-Muktar commended ICSA for its structured, data-driven, and community-centred advocacy approach, describing the initiative as critical to improving healthcare outcomes in the state. She said the agency remained committed to expanding access to affordable and quality healthcare services through innovative health financing and inclusive…
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The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, has underscored the critical role of manpower development in ensuring safe navigation and driving Nigeria’s blue economy. Abbas said this on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the Hydrographer of the Federation, Rear Adm. Olumide Fadahunsi, to Naval Headquarters in Abuja. This is contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho. Abbas reaffirmed the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to supporting the National Hydrographic Agency, particularly in manpower provision and capacity building. He noted that a highly skilled hydrographic workforce remained…
The ECOWAS Commission on Tuesday reiterated its commitment to strengthening strategic communication, democratic resilience, and responsible digital governance across Nigeria’s information space. Francis Ezekiel of the Directorate of Communication, ECOWAS Commission, gave the assurance in Lagos at the ongoing meeting of Nigerian regulators on information integrity ahead of the 2027 elections. The two-day meeting brought together Nigerian regulators, development partners, and civil society organizations to deliberate on strategies for safeguarding information integrity and combating deepfakes ahead of the elections. Ezekiel said: “In the last one year, the ECOWAS Commission, in partnership with GIZ and the Media Foundation for West Africa,…
The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has called for urgent action by governments at all levels to address the increasing migration of nurses from the country. The President of NANNM, Mr Haruna Mamman, made the call at a news conference in Abuja on Tuesday to commemorate the 2026 International Nurses Day, celebrated annually on May 12. He said the event also marked the birthday of Florence Nightingale, whom he described as the founder of modern nursing. Mamman said the International Council of Nurses (ICN), the global body for nurses, had announced the theme for the 2026 celebration…
The President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Mr Ali Rabiu, has urged engineers across the country to actively participate in politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. Rabiu made the call on Tuesday during an online interactive session with members, where he presented a midterm report on the state of the society. He outlined the growing role of engineers in governance, infrastructure advocacy, and policy reforms. He urged engineers to join credible political platforms and contest elective positions to strengthen professional representation in governance and public policy. Rabiu said the NSE remained committed to supporting engineers aspiring to…
Dr Aliyu Badaki, President of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN), says sports tourism is driving economic diversification, national branding, youth empowerment, and investment attraction in Nigeria. Badaki stated this on Tuesday in Abuja at the National Sports Tourism Conference and Exhibition organized by Ringo Sport Club. “Sports tourism also supports cultural exchange and sustainable development,” he said. He commended the organizers for convening what he described as a strategic conference aimed at strengthening cooperation among ministries, departments, and agencies. “Sports tourism involves travel linked to watching or participating in sporting events,” he added. According to him, the…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Tuesday called for greater collaboration among stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of the country’s National Action Plan (NAP) on human rights. The commission’s Executive Secretary, Dr Tony Ojukwu, made the call in a speech at the opening of a one-day stakeholders’ training organized in collaboration with Stonetrisha Nig. Ltd in Asaba, Delta State. The training focused on the implementation of the 2024–2028 National Action Plan on Human Rights in Delta State. It was designed to strengthen the promotion and protection of human rights across the state, with participants drawn from Ministries, Departments…
The Federal Government says it remains committed to promoting Nigeria’s economic, cultural, and tourism potential globally through a comprehensive national compendium highlighting opportunities in all states and the FCT. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this when a delegation from the Nigerian Press Council (NPC), led by its Executive Secretary, Dr Dili Ezughah, paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja. The visit was aimed at briefing the minister on preparations for the official launch of the national publication scheduled for June 17 at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Idris commended the NPC and its partners for conceptualizing…
The Katsina State Government on Tuesday inaugurated a technical committee to advance a proposed light rail master plan aimed at reforming urban transportation. At the inauguration ceremony in Katsina, the Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Garba-Faskari, described the initiative as transformational. “This project reflects our determination to modernize transportation and stimulate economic growth across Katsina State,” Garba-Faskari said. He explained that the committee would review proposals, assess financing options, and examine technical requirements before implementation. READ ALSO: FG pledges support for IOM climate migration investment initiative According to him, members must ensure full alignment with the Katsina State Development…
The stock market sustained its bullish trend on Tuesday, as investors gained N1.518 trillion following renewed buying interest in large and medium-capitalised stocks. Market capitalization rose by N1.518 trillion to close at N161.774 trillion, compared with N160.256 trillion recorded on Monday. Similarly, the All-Share Index gained 1,926.13 points, or 0.77 per cent, to close at 252,411.67, against 250,485.54 posted in the previous session. The rally was driven by increased demand for stocks such as Union Homes Real Estate Investment, Ikeja Hotel, University Press, and Zichis Agro Allied Industries. Market breadth closed positive with 45 gainers and 34 losers, while the…