The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has rejected claims that compensation for affected tenants and property owners in the Ojo area is linked to inducement, emphasizing that all payments follow Lagos State Government-approved policies. In a post on X on Friday, the authority stated: “LAMATA firmly rejects any suggestion of inducement. All compensation payments are strictly guided by Lagos State Government-approved policies designed to ensure fairness and support relocation.” The authority highlighted that Lagos State remains the only subnational government in Nigeria that compensates tenants in such circumstances, as demonstrated in both the Red Line and Blue Line projects.…
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The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) says it remains committed to promoting sustainable mining practices for national development. The President, Ms. Rose Ndong, stated this at a press briefing to commence the society’s 262nd Council Meeting in Uyo on Friday. Ndong said the meeting would be preceded by a conference with the theme: “Optimising Efficiency, Sustainability and Resilience in Natural Resource Management and Infrastructure Development.” She said the theme reflects current realities and the need to adopt innovative, efficient and sustainable approaches to managing Nigeria’s natural resources. “As a nation richly endowed with natural resources, Nigeria needs to build…
Apostle Folorunsho Alakija, Africa’s richest woman, has rged Nigerian women to remain steadfast and not be discouraged by rejection, stressing that persistence, courage and faith are critical to achieving success. Alakija, who is also the founder of Famfa Oil and a philanthropist, said women should not be limited by gender in pursuing their visions. She spoke at an exclusive leadership conversation held at Eko Hotel, Lagos, as part of activities marking the 2026 International Women’s Day, hosted by Optiva Capital Partners. It was recalls that International Women’s Day, held on March 8, had the theme: “Give to Gain.” She described…
Some dental public health specialists have debunked the common myth that teething causes diarrhoea in infants. They made this known in separate interviews with reporters in Ibadan to commemorate World Oral Health Day (WOHD) on Friday. WOHD is marked every March 20, with this year’s theme: “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life.” The experts noted that stooling in teething babies is more likely due to crawling on dirty surfaces and putting objects in their mouths. According to them, such habits can lead to stomach upsets, not teething, as many people believe. They also warned against using engine oil or…
Zambia has delayed a $320m US health funding agreement after leaked details revealed Washington tied the package to access to mineral resources and data, raising concerns over sovereignty and strategic control. The stalled agreement reflects a broader shift in US policy under President Donald Trump, where development aid to African countries is increasingly tied to economic interests, particularly access to critical minerals vital for global energy and technology supply chains. Documents published this week by advocacy group Health Gap show the proposed deal includes a phased funding structure, beginning at $320m in 2025 and declining to $112m by 2030. The…
The Health Services and Environment Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has clarified its mandate on public and environmental health regulations in the nation’s capital. The clarification is contained in a statement obtained from Mr. Idris Suleiman, a legal officer of the FCTA attached to the Public Health Department. Suleiman said the clarification became necessary following recent concerns over compliance with public and environmental health regulations by some stakeholders. He recalled that members of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), FCT chapter, on March 18 staged a protest at the Wuse Zone 2 Magistrate Court,…
The Niger Delta Development Commission has re-emphasised the importance of strategic collaborations through the Public-Private Partnerships arrangement to drive sustainable development in the Niger Delta region. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, stated this during a meeting with the Management of Ibom Air, led by the Chief Executive Officer, Mr. George Uriesi, at their headquarters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. This was contained in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Friday by the NDDC Director of Corporate Affairs, Seledi Thompson-Wakama, and sent to newsmen. According to the statement, Ogbuku led a delegation that included the NDDC Executive Director, Projects, Dr…
Sistema.bio, a Nairobi-based biogas company founded in 2010, has closed a $53 million first round for FarmCarbon, a new climate finance fund built to make clean energy technology affordable for smallholder farmers across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. BNP Paribas Asset Management, British International Investment (the UK’s development finance institution), and Shell Foundation supported the funding round. The funds will support the deployment of over 90,000 biodigesters, which convert livestock waste into biogas for cooking and electricity, as well as organic fertiliser that reduces reliance on chemical inputs for farms. This raise builds on a previous $3.5 million investment from…
Côte d’Ivoire has launched EMY 101, an artificial intelligence–powered chatbot designed to improve access to public services and government information. Announced on March 15, 2026, the initiative is part of the country’s broader effort to modernize public administration and strengthen digital engagement between the state and its citizens. EMY 101 functions as an intelligent conversational assistant that is directly accessible via WhatsApp and Messenger. Through this platform, citizens can quickly obtain reliable and up-to-date information on government activities, policies, and public services without needing to visit physical offices. The chatbot is positioned as a convenient tool to simplify interactions with…
Hurudza AI has announced a strategic partnership with Paltech Africa to launch “The Farmers’ Bench,” an AI-powered solution aimed at transforming access to agricultural knowledge across Zimbabwe and beyond. The initiative is designed to equip farmers with real-time, data-driven insights to improve productivity and resilience in an increasingly climate-sensitive farming environment. The collaboration combines Paltech Africa’s smart, solar-powered infrastructure and edge AI hardware with Hurudza AI’s advanced multilingual agricultural intelligence. Together, the two firms are building a unified platform that delivers localized farming guidance directly to rural communities, even in areas with limited connectivity. At the core of the initiative is “The Farmers’…