The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has unveiled Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC) for the .ng domain, strengthening protection against escalating cyber threats nationwide. The initiative is expected to enhance trust in Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, particularly as online transactions, government services, and digital communications continue to expand across sectors. NiRA President, Adesola Akinsanya, on Thursday described the deployment as “a major leap” in safeguarding Nigeria’s digital ecosystem and boosting global confidence in .ng domains. He said the move aligns Nigeria with global best practices in internet governance, positioning the country as a more secure destination for digital business and…
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The Borno State Government has distributed subsidised electric tricycles to 500 vulnerable persons as part of efforts to alleviate poverty and enhance economic empowerment across the state. Speaking during the distribution ceremony on Thursday in Maiduguri, Gov. Babagana Zulum said the initiative was designed to support vulnerable residents, particularly youths and commercial riders, by providing them with a sustainable means of livelihood. Zulum said the tricycles, popularly known as “Keke Napep,” were procured months ago, while the current phase marks their formal distribution to verified beneficiaries. According to him, the government has also introduced a subsidy arrangement to make the…
The Delta Head of Service (HoS), Dr Mininim Oseji, has advocated the establishment of government-owned fitness and rehabilitation centres to strengthen healthcare delivery in the state. Oseji made the call on Thursday in Asaba during a courtesy visit by members of the Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy from the Federal Medical Centre to her office. She described physiotherapy as essential and urged practitioners to bridge service gaps, particularly at the grassroots level. Oseji emphasised the need for professionals to expand access to and improve rehabilitation services within communities. READ ALSO: Nigeria records rising lassa fever deaths Earlier, the National President of…
The wife of the Delta State Governor, Mrs Tobore Oborevwori, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to advancing women’s welfare and empowerment. Oborevwori made this known on Thursday in Asaba during the annual conference of the Federation of Muslim Women’s Associations in Nigeria (FOMWAN). The conference had the theme: “Empowering Delta Muslim Women for Health, Safety and Economic Resilience.” She was represented at the event by the wife of the Chief of Staff to the governor, Mrs Ewoma Erijo. Oborevwori reiterated the state government’s support for the association’s objectives, assuring participants that their concerns have been noted. She stressed that…
Modibbo Adama University, Yola, has matriculated 8,591 undergraduate and postgraduate students for the 2025/2026 academic session. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ibrahim Umar, disclosed this during the institution’s matriculation ceremony held on Thursday in Yola. Umar congratulated the newly admitted students and urged them to remain committed to academic excellence, discipline, and integrity throughout their stay at the university. “As you begin this journey, you are embracing responsibility and committing yourselves to the pursuit of knowledge and excellence,” Umar said. The vice-chancellor warned that the university maintains zero tolerance for examination malpractice, cultism, drug abuse, and other social vices, stressing that offenders…
Despite advancements in medicine, malaria remains a global health problem with devastating consequences, particularly in tropical countries, including Nigeria. A Professor of Applied Parasitology at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Titus Olusi, stated this while delivering the university’s 196th inaugural lecture titled “Parasite-Free World: Achievable or Wishful Thinking?” on April 14, 2026. According to Professor Olusi, in Nigeria and other endemic regions, malaria “has been a menace to the health conditions of both rural and urban populations.” He warned that when not treated promptly, “malaria infection could progress to complications such as multi-organ failure in adults, severe anaemia,…
Gov. Dikko Radda of Katsina State has pledged to establish an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) laboratory at the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro (FUTI), Ogun State. The governor said this is part of efforts to strengthen digital skills development and promote innovation among Nigerian students. The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Ibrahim Kaula, disclosed this in a statement issued in Katsina, noting that Radda made the commitment on Tuesday at the institution’s 23rd convocation lecture. According to him, Radda, represented by his deputy, Faruq Lawal-Jobe, spoke on the theme, “Digital Literacy: Fundamental Skills and Job Creation Tools for…
The Federal Government says Nigeria produces approximately 1.4 million metric tonnes of palm oil annually, while domestic demand exceeds 2.5 million metric tonnes. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, disclosed this on Thursday at the National Stakeholders Meeting on the Joint Development of Nigeria’s Palm Oil Production Capacity in Abuja. Kyari was represented by his Senior Technical Assistant, Mr Ibrahim Alkali. He described the meeting as a strategic platform requiring clarity of purpose, alignment of interests, and decisive action to reposition the palm oil sector. The minister recalled that Nigeria was a global leader in palm…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced tougher enforcement measures against tanker operators, declaring that any vehicle that fails to meet Safe-to-Load requirements will not be permitted to load petroleum products under any circumstance. The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, made the declaration on Thursday in Abuja at the inauguration of the 2026 technical training for Safe-to-Load Desk Officers and Marshals deployed to petroleum depots and terminals nationwide. Mohammed said the Corps would ensure that all tanker-related crashes are subjected to comprehensive investigations, with accountability extended across the entire value chain, including inspecting officers, depot managers, drivers, and vehicle owners.…
Fatima Bago, wife of the Niger State governor, has inaugurated a statewide advocacy campaign on routine immunization and primary health care, urging collective action to ensure no child remains unvaccinated. It was reported that the programme was launched in Minna during a state-level advocacy event held at the Primary Health Care Centre, Garatu, drawing key stakeholders in the health sector. She said the gathering marked a moment of unity, driven by a shared commitment to ensuring that every child grows up healthy and strong, with improved access to quality healthcare services across the state. According to her, routine immunisation remains…