The Nigerian Army has warned the public to avoid the shooting range at Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Ibadan, ahead of the Range Classification Exercise scheduled from Wednesday to Thursday. Lt.-Col. Jonah Danjuma, acting Deputy Director of the 2 Division Army Public Relations, issued the warning in a statement on Tuesday. He noted that the exercise would take place at the Major General O. F. Azinta Shooting Range within Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment. READ ALSO: Experts warn civilian harm mitigation is not automatic legal proof Danjuma urged residents, especially those around the cantonment, to stay clear of the designated range area. “They are…
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The equities market closed lower on Tuesday, with investors recording a loss of N478 billion following profit-taking in major stocks. The decline was driven by losses in large- and mid-cap stocks, including PZ Cussons, Computer Warehouse Group (CWG), ABC Transport, Wema Bank, Sovereign Trust Insurance, and 33 other stocks. Market capitalization decreased from an opening value of N158.697 trillion to N158.219 trillion at the close of trading. Similarly, the All-Share Index fell by 874 points, or 0.35 percent, to close at 246,686.66, down from 247,560.66. As a result, the market’s year-to-date (YtD) return moderated to 58.53 percent, while market breadth…
Gov. Nasir Idris of Kebbi on Tuesday announced plans to form a high-powered committee to review salary-related complaints and grievances raised by primary school teachers across the state. Idris made the announcement in Birnin Kebbi during an interactive meeting with primary school teachers, Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) officials, education managers, local government chairmen, and education stakeholders. He stated that the committee would examine issues surrounding the implementation of the new minimum wage and other salary adjustments, with a report expected within one month. The governor explained that the decision followed complaints from teachers about the current salary structure. He…
The African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) on Tuesday emphasized the importance of establishing the right metrics for Africa to scale innovation across the continent. Prof. Brando Okolo, Head of Science, Technology, and Innovation at AUDA-NEPAD, made this point as a panelist at the ongoing Omniverse Africa Summit 3.0 in Lagos. Okolo highlighted that essential metrics for Africa include policies, capital, and ecosystem development. She noted that although Africa has a vibrant science, technology, and innovation landscape, it remains disorganized and plagued by corruption, underscoring the need for better coordination to achieve scalability. She suggested that the solution is to unify…
The Nasarawa State Government and Digital Peers International (DPI) have intensified youth engagement on responsible plastic use and sustainable waste management to promote environmental protection and economic opportunities. The initiative, titled “Deploying the Power of IT-Engaged Youths in Effective Plastic Use and Plastic Waste Management,” was highlighted during a clean-up exercise in Masaka on Tuesday. Organized under the DPI–SGP 2.0 Project, the event aimed to foster environmental sustainability, responsible plastic use, and youth-driven solutions to plastic pollution. DPI CEO Dr. Ibukun Odusote, represented by Programme Officer Mr. Pada Zadunya, explained that the initiative also seeks to encourage cleaner communities. She…
Security, intelligence, and legal experts have jointly cautioned that, while Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response (CHMR/CHM) is increasingly central to modern air operations, it should not be mistaken for automatic compliance with international law. This consensus was reached during a multi-paper presentation on Tuesday in Abuja at a seminar on Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response for strategic-level officers, organized by the Civil-Military Relations Branch. Dr. Larry Lewis, Dr. Kabiru Adamu, and Dr. Livinus Jatto, in separate presentations, examined the operational, institutional, and legal aspects of civilian harm mitigation in contemporary conflict environments. The experts agreed that CHMR is a strategic…
The Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA), with support from the German Government and the European Union (EU), on Tuesday inaugurated the National Guidelines for Interconnecting Solar Mini-Grids to Distribution Networks in Abuja. The initiative, implemented through the Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP), aims to strengthen Nigeria’s growing mini-grid market, improve electricity access, and establish a clear framework for safe grid integration nationwide. It was also reported that the EU and German Government handed over advanced solar testing equipment to NEMSA to support inspections of solar mini-grid installations across Nigeria. The equipment was procured under the third phase of NESP,…
The Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria (MRTB) has introduced new standards for rehabilitation practice nationwide, launched digital regulatory portals, and implemented major policy reforms approved by the Federal Government. Prof. Rufia Ahmad, the Registrar of the board, announced this on Tuesday in Abuja during a news conference on the regulation of medical rehabilitation services in Nigeria. Ahmad stated that the public can now verify the licensing status of rehabilitation therapists and the accreditation of facilities through new online platforms nationwide. She added that rehabilitation services will be integrated into Primary Health Care and considered under the National Health Insurance…
Airtel Africa Plc has emerged as the top-performing large-cap stock on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), gaining 10 percent in one trading week. The company announced this in a statement on Tuesday, issued by its Director of Corporate Communications and CSR, Mr. Femi Adeniran. According to the statement, Airtel Africa closed the week at N3,655.70 per share, up from N3,323.40, making it a major contributor to market performance during the period. The growth was attributed to rising investor confidence in the company’s fundamentals, diversified revenue streams, and long-term growth strategy. Analysts have identified Airtel Africa as an attractive investment for those…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to partnering with the Republic of Korea to strengthen Korea-Africa solidarity and address shared global challenges. Odumegwu-Ojukwu made this statement during a meeting with Mr. Cho Tae-yul, Korea’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, on the sidelines of the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Seoul. This was detailed in a statement issued on Tuesday by Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and made available to journalists in Abuja. The meeting, themed “Joint Responses to Global Challenges: Korea-Africa Solidarity,” brought together foreign ministers and senior officials. READ ALSO: China…