Mr John Chibunna, founder of the Go Green Nigeria Foundation, an NGO, has called for more stringent government efforts to prohibit illegal sand mining in Rivers State, following erosion threats. He made the call on Monday in Umuechem, Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, to commemorate the International Day for the Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems. Chibunna, who sensitised the community on the dangers associated with crude sand mining, donated some trees as part of efforts to promote tree planting and the revitalisation of the altered mangrove ecosystem. During an interactive session with the community, the environmental expert identified various…
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Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has been selected for the African Association of Insect Scientists (AAIS) Award for Transformational Leadership in Food Security and Agricultural Resilience. Fintiri is the only serving Nigerian governor chosen to receive the award. The development was contained in a statement by the Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Hunowashi Hunosiko, on Tuesday in Yola. According to Hunosiko, the award recognises outstanding leadership in advancing food security and sustainable agricultural development across Africa. “The award will be presented to the governor on Oct. 19 at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Abuja. “The governor was…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on governments and partners to urgently accelerate efforts to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat and reduce liver cancer deaths. WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus made the call in his message to mark the 2026 World Hepatitis Day, which is celebrated globally on 28 July. To mark the day, WHO is partnering with Rotary International and the World Hepatitis Alliance to strengthen global and local advocacy. According to Dr Tedros, this year’s campaign, “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down”, demands action to confront the rising toll of liver cancer linked to…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed three factories in Ogun State for producing banned sachet and PET bottles of alcoholic drinks below 200ml. Mr Kunle Ojo, an Assistant Director in NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement Directorate, told newsmen on Monday that the enforcement followed the continued production of alcoholic products in packaging prohibited under existing regulatory directives. The enforcement was carried out in the Sango-Ota and Idi-Iroko areas. Ojo said the sealed factories were Intercontinental Distilleries Ltd., Shashi Distillery Ltd., and an undisclosed factory owned by Nigeria Distillery Ltd. He added that the undisclosed…
Friends of Gov. Chukwuma Soludo and his wife, Dr Nonye Soludo, on Monday organised a medical outreach offering free fibroid, hernia and cataract surgeries to mark their birthdays. The exercise began at the General Hospital, Enugu-Ukwu, in Njikoka Local Government Area of the state. While the free cataract surgeries, glaucoma screening and treatment are taking place at the Anambra State Specialist Eye Centre, Nise, the hernia surgeries are being conducted at the General Hospital, Umueri. Speaking at the event, Dr Dozie Udeolisa, Chief Medical Officer, General Hospital, Enugu-Ukwu, said the outreach aimed to reduce the financial burden on patients requiring…
Meta has upgraded its AI assistant with task planning, app integration, research and presentation features, expanding its ability to complete tasks for users. The American technology company announced the upgrade in a statement on Monday, describing it as a major enhancement to its AI assistant’s capabilities. Meta said the new features were powered by its latest AI model, Muse Spark 1.1, enabling Meta AI to plan work across connected applications and complete tasks from start to finish. The company said the assistant could organise schedules, manage calendars, create training programmes, prepare meal plans and deliver personalised daily briefings without repeated…
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has begun searching for strategic investors for NTEL after restructuring positioned the telecommunications operator for fresh investment. NTEL announced the development in a statement on Monday, describing it as the next phase of its growth strategy following AMCON’s recovery of significant value from its investment. It was reported that AMCON intervened in NatCom Development and Investment Ltd., which acquired the assets of the defunct NITEL and its mobile subsidiary, MTel. Since then, AMCON has overseen NTEL’s restructuring under its mandate to maximise value from distressed assets before eventual divestment. Managing Director Mr Soji…
The National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos (NOHIL) will host leading global foot and ankle surgeons for a specialised training programme. The week-long programme aims to advance orthopaedic surgical skills and improve access to specialist foot and ankle healthcare in Nigeria. The initiative is being organised in partnership with Steps2Walk and the Global Health Charity and Training Foundation (GHCTF). Surgeons from the United Kingdom, United States, Türkiye, Pakistan, and Nigeria will participate from 10 to 14 August. NOHIL Public Relations Officer Mrs Ayo Adenike disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday in Lagos. She said the programme would combine advanced…
Dangote Cement Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable business practices, environmental stewardship and responsible growth across Africa, as the company continues to integrate sustainability into every aspect of its operations. Its sustainability strategy remains focused on reducing environmental impact, improving energy efficiency, promoting diversity and inclusion, supporting local communities and creating long-term value for stakeholders across its ten African markets. As part of its decarbonisation and green logistics agenda, Dangote Cement is expanding its alternative-energy transportation programme through the acquisition of an additional 1,500 compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks. The initiative is designed to lower greenhouse gas emissions, improve…
The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Dr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, has explained how the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), now described by the Federal Government as a fictitious entity, managed to secure official recognition and access to government processes. The explanation has added a fresh dimension to the growing controversy surrounding the alleged fake agency, which reportedly appeared in the 2026 Appropriation Act, secured office accommodation within the Federal Secretariat and obtained government approvals before its existence was publicly challenged. According to records cited in the unfolding investigation, the alleged Director-General of the PFIPC, Adeniyi Adeyemi, presented documents…