Anambra Governor, Chukwuma Soludo has appointed Dr Uche Umeakuewulu as Chief Medical Director of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Teaching Hospital, Amaku, Awka, strengthening leadership at the state-owned tertiary health institution. A statement on Friday by the governor’s Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, said that the appointment would take effect from March 13, marking a new administrative phase for the hospital and its clinical services. Ashenews reports that Umeakuewulu succeeds Dr Joe Akabuike who previously served as Chief Medical Director, completing his tenure at the major referral hospital in Awka, Anambra. Aburime said Umeakuewulu is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with special interest…
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The Federal Ministry of Education, Nigeria has introduced the Procurement Compliance Monitoring System (PICOMS), a digital platform aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and efficiency in procurement processes across Nigeria’s education sector. This was announced in a press release by the Ministry during a capacity-building session for procurement officers held at the National Universities Commission Auditorium in Abuja. This is part of the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to ensure that education projects are executed efficiently and public resources are effectively managed. The Minister of Education, Maruf Olatunji Alausa, stated that delays in procurement processes have hindered the implementation of key education…
The Nigerian Navy says it has destroyed an illegal crude oil storage site containing about 17,500 litres of suspected stolen crude oil in the Bonny area of Rivers. The Director of Naval Information, Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho, disclosed this in a statement on Friday, noting that the operation was carried out under Operation Delta Sentinel. Folorunsho said the action followed directives by the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, to intensify efforts against crude oil theft and illegal bunkering across the nation’s maritime domain. He said personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) Bonny uncovered the illegal storage facility…
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) says no woman should lose her life because she cannot afford treatment during pregnancy-related emergencies, assuring that financial barriers should never delay life-saving maternal healthcare. Ashenews gathered through an interview with Dr Kelechi Ohiri, Director-General of NHIA on Friday in Abuja. Ohiri spoke on a Federal Government intervention programme designed to provide financial protection for pregnant women facing life-threatening complications during pregnancy or childbirth. According to him, the initiative ensures that women who arrive at hospitals with pregnancy complications receive immediate treatment without being required to make upfront payments before care begins. “What we…
Civilians, primarily women and children, continue to bear the brunt of escalating cross-border hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) reported on Friday. In a statement posted on its official X account, UNAMA revealed that it has documented at least 75 civilians killed and 193 injured in Afghanistan between Feb. 26 and March 13 as a direct result of the ongoing armed clashes. “We continue to call for an immediate cessation in hostilities to prevent further loss of civilian life,” the mission stated. The latest appeal comes amid heightened tensions following a series of…
The United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc on Thursday hosted its quarterly Business Series, bringing together accomplished female leaders and entrepreneurs to discuss the theme, “Gen.W: The Evolved Woman.” The hybrid session which was held at the UBA House in Marina, Lagos and also transmitted live to participants across the globe, was part of activities to mark the International Women’s Month. The event also focused on the evolving role of women in leadership, business, and innovation, highlighting how African women are redefining success while also creating sustainable impact across their various spheres of operation. UBA’s Group Head, Customer Experience, Michelle…
Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative bank and the pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has launched the 2026 Hackaholics Accelerator Program, welcoming ten startups into the cohort. The Hackaholics Accelerator, a selective growth program under Wema Bank’s Hackaholics platform, is designed to help promising Nigerian startups strengthen their business foundations and prepare for sustainable scale and investment. After six years of driving innovation through Hackaholics, Wema Bank is extending its support beyond ideation and competition into hands-on startup building through Hackaholics Accelerator. The initiative provides founders with the structure, mentorship, and ecosystem access they need to turn strong…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Mbah Chidinma Sophina over an alleged fraud involving N19 million and €8,370 linked to a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) scheme. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the commission. Operatives of the EFCC Enugu Zonal Directorate arrested the 33-year-old suspect over allegations of criminal breach of trust and obtaining by false pretence under the pretext of helping a victim secure a Certificate of Sponsorship to relocate to the United Kingdom as a caregiver. According to the commission, the arrest followed a petition filed by the victim, who alleged that he met the suspect on TikTok in…
Armenia has postponed the rollout of immigration reforms that will reshape how foreign workers enter and live in the country. The reforms, which were earlier scheduled to begin on August 1, 2026, will now take effect on November 1, 2026. The new rules introduce a dedicated work visa, annual quotas for foreign workers, and fully digital residence permit applications. Authorities say the reforms are designed to streamline the immigration system while improving oversight of foreign employment. The changes are expected to affect international professionals, foreign residents, and companies that rely on global talent to fill skill gaps in the country’s…
The Bauchi State chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has called for greater protection of women’s rights. They advocated for women’s rights to quality healthcare, education, and justice during the celebration of the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD), held on Thursday evening in Durum Village, Bauchi Local Government Area of the state. The programme aimed to raise awareness among rural women about their rights, particularly access to quality healthcare services and protection from all forms of violence. Speaking at the event, the chairperson of the state’s NAWOJ, Rashida…