The Health Services and Environment Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has clarified its mandate on public and environmental health regulations in the nation’s capital. The clarification is contained in a statement obtained from Mr. Idris Suleiman, a legal officer of the FCTA attached to the Public Health Department. Suleiman said the clarification became necessary following recent concerns over compliance with public and environmental health regulations by some stakeholders. He recalled that members of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), FCT chapter, on March 18 staged a protest at the Wuse Zone 2 Magistrate Court,…
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The Niger Delta Development Commission has re-emphasised the importance of strategic collaborations through the Public-Private Partnerships arrangement to drive sustainable development in the Niger Delta region. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, stated this during a meeting with the Management of Ibom Air, led by the Chief Executive Officer, Mr. George Uriesi, at their headquarters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. This was contained in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Friday by the NDDC Director of Corporate Affairs, Seledi Thompson-Wakama, and sent to newsmen. According to the statement, Ogbuku led a delegation that included the NDDC Executive Director, Projects, Dr…
Sistema.bio, a Nairobi-based biogas company founded in 2010, has closed a $53 million first round for FarmCarbon, a new climate finance fund built to make clean energy technology affordable for smallholder farmers across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. BNP Paribas Asset Management, British International Investment (the UK’s development finance institution), and Shell Foundation supported the funding round. The funds will support the deployment of over 90,000 biodigesters, which convert livestock waste into biogas for cooking and electricity, as well as organic fertiliser that reduces reliance on chemical inputs for farms. This raise builds on a previous $3.5 million investment from…
Côte d’Ivoire has launched EMY 101, an artificial intelligence–powered chatbot designed to improve access to public services and government information. Announced on March 15, 2026, the initiative is part of the country’s broader effort to modernize public administration and strengthen digital engagement between the state and its citizens. EMY 101 functions as an intelligent conversational assistant that is directly accessible via WhatsApp and Messenger. Through this platform, citizens can quickly obtain reliable and up-to-date information on government activities, policies, and public services without needing to visit physical offices. The chatbot is positioned as a convenient tool to simplify interactions with…
Hurudza AI has announced a strategic partnership with Paltech Africa to launch “The Farmers’ Bench,” an AI-powered solution aimed at transforming access to agricultural knowledge across Zimbabwe and beyond. The initiative is designed to equip farmers with real-time, data-driven insights to improve productivity and resilience in an increasingly climate-sensitive farming environment. The collaboration combines Paltech Africa’s smart, solar-powered infrastructure and edge AI hardware with Hurudza AI’s advanced multilingual agricultural intelligence. Together, the two firms are building a unified platform that delivers localized farming guidance directly to rural communities, even in areas with limited connectivity. At the core of the initiative is “The Farmers’…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals is witnessing a surge in inquiries from African countries seeking fuel supplies following disruptions caused by the Iran war. Ashenews gathered this development on Friday. The report stated that several governments are scrambling to secure alternative sources of refined petroleum products. Bloomberg reports that Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has been approached by South Africa and other African countries, as they move to stabilise fuel supply in the wake of the crisis. Officials and stakeholders say the surge in demand reflects concerns over fuel availability rather than pricing, as countries prioritise energy security. Governments are also taking steps…
Meta Platforms has announced a new initiative offering up to $3,000 monthly to attract top content creators from rival platforms such as TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. The programme, known as the Creator Fast Track, is designed to bring established creators to Facebook by providing guaranteed earnings and increased visibility for their content. This comes as Meta intensifies efforts to compete in the creator economy, where platforms are increasingly offering financial incentives to retain and attract influencers. According to Meta, the Creator Fast Track programme is targeted at “established creators who are new to or rediscovering Facebook.” ”Creators in the program…
FIFA has confirmed that the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup will be staged in Morocco from October 17 to November 7, setting the calendar for the next edition of the youth tournament. The world football governing body made the announcement on Thursday through its official 𝕏 account, stating, “Save the date. This year’s #U17WWC in Morocco will take place from 17 October to 7 November.” The tournament will be the second time Morocco hosts the expanded 24-team competition, following the 2025 edition. The hosting arrangement forms part of a multi-year agreement approved by the FIFA Council in March 2024, granting Morocco rights…
FIFA has mandated that every team participating in its women’s competitions must have at least one female head or assistant coach. The directive is part of new regulations by the world football governing body to increase the number of women coaching at the highest level. The regulations, approved by the FIFA Council on Thursday, will take effect from the U-17 and U-20 Women’s World Cups, as well as the Women’s Champions Cup. FIFA Chief Football Officer, Jill Ellis, said that each team must also have at least two female staff members on the bench. This, Ellis said had become a…
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory Council, Grace Ike, has restated her commitment to building trust, enhancing professionalism, and promoting credibility in the media space. Ike stated this in an interview with reporters on the sidelines of the 2026 first quarter induction ceremony of new members into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) on Thursday in Abuja. It was reported that Ike was among the 421 newly inducted members of the NIPR. “This moment marks not just a personal milestone, but also a bridge between my roots in journalism and my progression into…