The Federal Government on Monday inaugurated the Governing Board of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), charging members to uphold corporate governance and safeguard over ₦28 trillion in pension assets under the Contributory Pension Scheme. This was contained in a statement issued by the commission following the inauguration ceremony held in Abuja. Speaking at the event, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, described PenCom as a vital institution in Nigeria’s financial architecture. He said, “PenCom is a critical pillar of Nigeria’s financial sector, entrusted with the retirement savings of millions of Nigerians.” Akume added that the inauguration reflects the government’s…
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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved the appointment of Ms Sherifat Adegbenro as the acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Eko Electricity Distribution PLC (EKEDP). The commission made this known in a public notice posted on its website in Abuja on Monday. NERC said the appointment aligned with the Code of Corporate Governance for the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry. “This appointment ensures leadership continuity pending the DisCo’s appointment of a substantive CEO.” NAN reports that Adegbenro previously served as the Chief Audit and Compliance Officer at EKEDC and as the Vice President, Power & Renewables for the Women…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says EU-funded nutrition interventions have assisted more than 40,000 malnourished children in Yobe State, providing life-saving treatment during critical lean seasons. Mr Joseph Senesie, UNICEF Malnutrition Manager, disclosed this during a media field visit and virtual dialogue in Damaturu on Monday, noting that the May-to-September lean season often exacerbates acute malnutrition among children. Senesie expressed optimism that 2026 would not record the high malnutrition levels seen in previous years, attributing the progress to EU humanitarian support, particularly from the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations. He explained that the funding enabled the procurement…
The Katsina State Government says it is targeting about three million children aged 0–59 months during the March 2026 polio vaccination campaign and routine immunisation services against child-killer diseases. The Executive Secretary of the State Primary Health Care Agency, Dr Shamsuddeen Yahaya, made the disclosure on Monday in Katsina at a mass mobilisation dialogue with journalists, social media youth influencers, and U-Reporters. He said the campaign would start on March 28 and run until March 31, during which eligible children would be vaccinated across the 34 local government areas of the state. The executive secretary called on parents, caregivers, and…
A men’s mental health advocate, Ms Halima Layeni, says nothing justifies sexual violence or assault, describing it as a grave violation of human dignity and a crime that leaves lifelong scars.. Layeni, Executive Director of the Life After Abuse Foundation (LAAF), made the assertion while reacting to viral videos allegedly showing women being assaulted in Ozoro, a community in Delta State, on Monday. It was reported that the videos show chaotic scenes of women being stripped, chased, harassed, and, in some cases, physically attacked by groups of men in public spaces under the guise of a “festival”. The content has…
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo has approved the appointment of key officials and special advisers for various roles in his administration Ashenews gathered this in a statement issued on Monday in Awka by his Press Secretary, Mr Christian Aburime. According to the statement, the appointments are part of efforts to strengthen governance and enhance service delivery in the state. Those appointed include Mrs Ngozi Iwouno as Head of Service and Mrs Joachim Anetoh as Principal Secretary to the Governor. Others are Dr Ben Nwankwo as Chief of Staff; Prof. Frank-Collins Okafor as State Chief of Protocol; and Mr Tobechukwu Nweke…
The National Population Commission (NPC) has called for a decisive shift toward domestic financing of population programmes amid dwindling global donor support, stressing that national ownership is critical for sustainable development. NPC Chairman, Mr. Aminu Yusuf, made the call during the unveiling of the report of its 13th Annual Population Lecture Series (APLS 13) on Monday in Abuja, describing the report as a strategic roadmap. Yusuf said the report, themed “Emerging Global Funding Realities: Impact on Population Activities and the Need for Innovative Domestic Resource Mobilisation,” is timely and underscores the urgent need for domestic funding solutions. “Our responsibility goes…
Four ambulances belonging to a Jewish charity in London were set on fire early Monday morning in London, in what British police are investigating as a hate crime. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the “deeply shocking” anti-semitic arson attack. “My thoughts are with the Jewish community who woke up to this horrific news,” he said. Officers were called to Golders Green, a London neighbourhood with a large Jewish population, after receiving reports of a fire, the Metropolitan Police force said. Four ambulances belonging to Hatzola Northwest, a volunteer organisation that provides emergency medical response, were damaged, according to the…
Lagos State Health District One (LSHD1) on Monday launched an intensive clinical immersion programme to fix weak referral links blamed for preventable maternal and neonatal deaths. The Permanent Secretary, LSDH1, Dr Sola Pitan, said the initiative focused on timely referrals and better care coordination between Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and secondary hospitals. “Prompt referrals for pregnant women with complications will significantly reduce maternal and neonatal deaths when the need arises,” Pitan said during training at Orile Agege General Hospital. He said the programme would equip PHC workers to identify danger signs early, understand their limits, and refer patients promptly for…
Unilever Nigeria Plc says its profit after tax rose to N32 billion for the year ended Dec. 31, 2025, compared with N15 billion recorded in the same period in 2024. The company disclosed this in its audited financial results released on Monday in Lagos. It also posted a turnover of N214 billion, representing an increase of 43 per cent compared with N150 billion recorded in 2024. Its gross profit grew by 62 per cent to N90 billion in the period under review. Speaking on the results, the Managing Director of Unilever, Mr Tobi Adeniyi, said: “Our strong full-year performance reflects…