The Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2026) will support Nigeria’s aspiration to become a major player in the global Halal economy. Aiyub Omar, Malaysian High Commissioner to Nigeria, gave this assurance in a statement on Thursday. He said MIHAS 2026, projected to generate $1.13 billion in trade value, would provide an ideal platform for Nigerian exporters and businesses to showcase their products to the global market. The 22nd edition of the event, organised by Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), is themed “Shaping Trust, Driving Resilience”. It is the world’s largest Halal trade fair and serves as a global gateway…
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The Lagos State Government says it has intensified efforts to strengthen justice administration through significant investments in forensic infrastructure, correctional facilities, courts, and citizens’ rights protection mechanisms. Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN), Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, disclosed this during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing marking the second year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term. He highlighted the construction of a new demilitarised warehouse at Majidun in 2025 for the secure storage of exhibits, confiscated items, and properties under judicial custody. “Prior to this facility, the management and preservation of exhibits posed serious operational and security challenges,” he said. “We now…
Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has urged Nigerians to rise against the toxic pop culture that glamourizes the abuse of illicit substances, especially among the youth. Marwa gave the charge during the official commissioning of the agency’s radio station, Clean Beat 91.5 FM, in Abuja on Thursday, May 21, 2026. He challenged all stakeholders and well-meaning Nigerians to join the NDLEA’s War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) advocacy campaign to protect the youth from embracing drug abuse as a way of life. “We recognize that behind every statistic of drug…
The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, has urged corps members to cultivate a savings culture and develop multiple streams of income beyond their monthly allowance. Nafiu made the call to reporters in Abuja on Wednesday, ahead of NYSC’s 53rd anniversary on May 22. He highlighted the role of the NYSC Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme in promoting financial discipline and encouraging corps members to embrace entrepreneurship and self-reliance. “We encourage them to save and think beyond the monthly allowance. If you cannot save from N77,000, even if you are paid N300,000, you…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) announced that collaboration with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) will simplify biometric verification for prospective corps members nationwide. The partnership aims to enable seamless registration through technology-driven reforms designed to improve service delivery and reduce bottlenecks in the mobilisation process. NYSC Director-General Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu said this in Abuja on Thursday, ahead of the scheme’s 53rd anniversary scheduled for May 22. He explained that the partnership is part of efforts to deepen digital reforms within the scheme, noting that registration, mobilisation, payments, and record-keeping processes have largely been digitized to enhance operational efficiency…
Victory Wilson, a multi-award-winning broadcaster and mental health advocate, has been named MTN MIP Fellow of the Year 2026. The recognition underscores the growing influence of mental health advocacy in African media. Wilson’s accolade highlights her efforts in using media platforms to amplify conversations around emotional well-being and mental healing. The MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP) Awards celebrate fellows demonstrating innovation, leadership, and measurable social impact within the media industry. This positions Wilson among the leading voices driving meaningful change across the continent. Through The Victory Wilson Show on TV and YouTube, she has elevated mental health awareness and created…
The Oramali Foundation, in partnership with other stakeholders, emphasized the importance of mentorship, emotional support, and moral upbringing for the boy-child to promote a balanced and responsible society. The Foundation’s Executive Director, Chidima Oramali, made the appeal during the celebration of the International Day of the Boy-Child at the Federal Government Boys College (FGBC), Wuye, Abuja. The event’s theme was “Let’s Together Raise the Boys of Today Who Will Become the Men of Tomorrow.” Oramali urged students to remain obedient to parents and teachers and to uphold good values. She also advised boys to be responsible and disciplined, assuring that…
Stakeholders have called for increased citizen participation, transparency, and accountability in Kaduna state’s budgeting process. The appeal was made on Wednesday in Kaduna during the Civic Space Policy Dialogue 2.0, part of activities commemorating the 2026 Open Government Partnership (OGP) Week. Organized by the Civil Impact for Sustainable Development Foundation, the dialogue brought together government officials, civil society organizations, and development partners to assess progress and identify gaps in participatory budgeting. Citizens Co-chair of Participatory Budgeting under OGP Kaduna, Mr. Seth Luke, explained that the meeting aimed to review achievements since Kaduna joined OGP and to develop recommendations for reforms.…
The Kaduna State Multi-Door Courthouse (KDMDC) has sought a partnership with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to enhance public awareness of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms ahead of the 2026 Settlement Week. The Director of the KDMDC, Dorcas Daniel, made the request during a courtesy visit to the Kaduna State Directorate of the NOA in Kaduna. Leading a delegation of mediators and staff, Daniel stated that the collaboration would help increase grassroots understanding of peaceful conflict resolution and access to justice. She described ADR mechanisms, including mediation, conciliation, and arbitration, as effective tools for promoting peaceful dispute settlement and easing…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released 279 results from the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) that were previously withheld pending investigations into suspected examination malpractice. The development was announced on Thursday in a statement issued by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin. JAMB commenced the release of the 2026 UTME results on April 20, following the conduct of the examination for more than 2.2 million candidates across the country. However, several results were withheld over allegations of examination malpractice and subjected to further scrutiny. According to the Board, the 279 results were released after investigations found…