The Al-Basar International Foundation (BIF) has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating preventable blindness and expanding access to affordable eye care in Bauchi State through the launch of the SightQuest Nigeria Bauchi Programme. The initiative was unveiled with support from Christoffel-Blindenmission (CBM) during an official ceremony attended by state Ministry of Health officials, community leaders, civil society organizations, journalists, and representatives of vulnerable groups. Speaking at the event, BIF Regional Director Dr Moheildin Abdallah thanked the state government and stakeholders for the partnership opportunity to improve eye health services. He described the programme as a major step toward strengthening health sector…
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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned Lagos traders against enforcing the illegal “no return, no refund” policy. Dr Olubunmi Otti, Zonal Coordinator of the FCCPC Southwest Zone, made the remark during the inauguration of new executives of the Phone and Allied Products Dealers Association (PAPDA) on Wednesday in Lagos. Otti said the commission visits markets to educate traders on their obligations under the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018 and the consequences of non-compliance. She added that the commission is also raising consumer awareness about their rights and responsibilities, noting that consumer education is…
A lecturer at the University of Port Harcourt, Prof. Ibibia Worika, has called for stronger implementation of legal and policy frameworks to address conflicts and environmental challenges in the Niger Delta region. Worika, a Professor of Comparative Petroleum and International Environmental Law and Policy, and Director of the university’s Centre for Advanced Law Research, Faculty of Law, made the call during a stakeholders’ workshop on Wednesday in Port Harcourt. The workshop, themed “Building Peace in the Fire,” aimed to promote dialogue and enhance the utilization of legal and policy provisions designed to combat extractive industry-related conflicts in the Niger Delta.…
The Phone and Allied Products Dealers Association (PAPDA) on Wednesday pledged deeper collaboration with regulators, citing foreign exchange instability as a major challenge for phone dealers. Newly inaugurated President Mr Ebiem Samuel made this known during the swearing-in of the association’s executives in Lagos. Ebiem said forex volatility remained a pressing concern but stressed that regulatory partnerships were vital to sanitise the market and safeguard consumers. On engagement with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), he said the association maintained consistent dialogue and ensured members honored invitations. “Once the FCCPC summons any of our members, they will honor…
Roche and African health leaders have urged governments to treat cancer care and health systems as core economic priorities, warning that inaction could undermine productivity and growth across the continent. Ms Jacqueline Wumbua, General Manager for East and West Africa at Roche, made the call during the Africa Press Day 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. The two-day event, organized by Roche, opened on March 4 and brought together journalists, health experts, policymakers, and financial institutions to discuss healthcare investment and equity in Africa. Under the theme “Health is Wealth,” the forum sought to shift the narrative from viewing healthcare as a…
The Nigerian Women in Information Technology (NIWIIT) has launched the Campus Tech Queens Initiative, a national programme aimed at preparing female students for global digital excellence and leadership in technology. The initiative was unveiled on Wednesday at Kogi State Polytechnic in Lokoja. It is a hackathon-driven, mentorship-based programme designed to identify, train, mentor, and showcase female tech talents across Nigerian campuses. NIWIIT President, Dr Oluwakemi Ayodele, said the programme would help bridge the gender gap in the technology ecosystem. She added that it would promote inclusion, professional development, and technological advancement for women and girls in information technology. According to…
Jewel Environmental Initiative (JEI), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has commended President Bola Tinubu for inaugurating the Renewed Hope Climate Change Awareness Tour, urging Nigerians and stakeholders to support the initiative nationwide. Mr. Ismail Bima, Chief Executive Officer of JEI, said in a statement on Thursday in Gombe that the tour would significantly strengthen public understanding of climate change and encourage collective environmental responsibility. Bima described the initiative as a clear affirmation of the Federal Government’s commitment to pursuing practical, solution-driven strategies that address climate challenges and safeguard livelihoods, ecosystems, and national development efforts. He noted that the programme would achieve…
The Senate of the Federal University, Dutse, in Jigawa State, has approved the expulsion of 20 students and the rustication of 15 others over their involvement in examination malpractice. This is contained in a statement signed by the Director, Academic Affairs, Nora Dannatta, and issued in Dutse by the university’s Director of Public Affairs, Abdullahi Yahaya-Bello, on Wednesday. The statement indicated that the action was based on the recommendations of the Senate Committee on Examination Misconduct for the Second Semester of the 2024/2025 academic session. It disclosed that the Senate also approved the exoneration of two students and issued written…
The Umaru Ali Shinkafi Polytechnic, Sokoto, has conferred the title of “Queen Mother of the Polytechnic” on the wife of the Sokoto State Governor, Fatima Aliyu, in recognition of her humanitarian efforts and advocacy for vulnerable groups. Ashenews gathered in a statement issued by the institution and shared on the First Lady’s Facebook page on Wednesday. The statement said the recognition followed her contributions to the welfare of women, children and other vulnerable members of society across the state. The polytechnic noted that the First Lady had distinguished herself through various initiatives in education, healthcare and social intervention programmes aimed…
Hubbard, an international broiler breeding company, has announced a strategic investment of R$ 60 million (~US$ 11.4 million) to increase its Grandparent operation in Luziânia, Goiás. This investment will increase the production capacity in Brazil to meet rising demand for the Hubbard Efficiency Plus breed. The growth follows a year in which field performance confirmed what many farms were already seeing in practice. Customers reported consistent results, particularly in achieving a strong balance between chick output and improved feed conversion. That combination – strong productivity alongside good animal welfare and enhanced feed efficiency – reinforced confidence across the market and…