The Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr Mariya Mahmud, has distributed empowerment items to 4,064 All Progressives Congress (APC) women leaders and vulnerable citizens across Kano State’s 44 local government areas. Speaking at the mega empowerment event on Saturday in Kano, the minister acknowledged the loyalty, sacrifices, and critical roles of women as mobilisers, peacemakers, and agents of change. She described the gathering as a symbol of hope and inclusion, and a pathway to sustainable development through empowering women and vulnerable citizens. Mahmud commended the APC leadership in Kano State, particularly women leaders, for their resilience, dedication, and…
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The Kwara Government has warned health workers against falsification of data in the forthcoming immunisation exercise. Prof. Nusirat Elelu, the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, gave the warning at the opening of a five-day training for healthcare workers on routine immunization in Omu-Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara on Saturday. “The participants play critical roles in the immunization value chain and therefore must be continuously trained and retrained to enhance their skills and effectiveness. “The training is to ensure correct and accurate data at all times. Data falsification could undermine the effectiveness of immunization…
No fewer than 1,500 persons are expected to benefit from a medical outreach programme organized by the National Association of Seadogs (NAS) in Owo Community, Nkanu East Local Government Area, Enugu State. Speaking at the event on Saturday, Dr Ogbodo Okechukwu, Vice President of the NAS Enugu branch and a Consultant Public Health Physician, said Owo was selected due to its peculiar challenges and high number of vulnerable residents. He noted that the quarterly exercise had previously been held in Nsukka, Iva-Valley, Enugu, and Awgu areas of the state. “Our target is 1,500 persons, and I am confident we will…
The Minister of Livestock Development, Maiha Mukhtar, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s determination to deliver a robust livestock sector for Nigerians. He made the statement on Friday in Abuja while receiving the 2025 Best Minister Award from Daily Asset Newspaper. “There is need to move beyond rhetoric to implementation. The ministry is focused on sedentarisation, mechanization, dairy development, youth engagement, and the adoption of technology across the livestock value chain,” he said. Mukhtar described the recognition as humbling and deeply emotional, thanking the organizers. He noted that the post-award reception offered an opportunity to celebrate the honor and engage informally…
The University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES), Umuagwo, Imo State, has unveiled EU-funded climate-smart laboratory tools worth millions of naira to advance food security and agricultural research in Nigeria. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Christopher Eze officially launched the equipment during a one-day “Agro-ecology Info Day” workshop on Friday at the Umuagwo campus near Owerri. The high-tech laboratory includes drones, soil-testing equipment, compound and dissecting microscopes, spectrometer, blood analyzer, GPS, soil auger, chlorophyll meter, Munsell colour chart, and an 86-inch UHD 4K smart board, among others. “Today represents a strong intersection of knowledge, partnership, and innovation,” Eze said. He noted that the…
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) on Friday announced the suspension of its 84-day nationwide strike following agreements reached with the Federal Government. This is contained in a communiqué jointly signed by JOHESU National Chairman, Mr Kabiru Ado-Minjibir, and National Secretary, Mr Martin Egbanubi, in Abuja. The union said the decision followed resolutions reached at an emergency expanded National Executive Council (NEC) meeting. It said the meeting was convened to review the outcome of a Feb. 5 conciliation meeting with the federal government at the Ministry of Labour and Employment. According to the communiqué, key resolutions include the commencement of…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Chairman of OJAJA Pan Africa Ltd, and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for tourism development. The MoU, which was signed on Friday in Abuja, is aimed at harnessing the NTDA’s mandate alongside the private-sector expertise of OJAJA. The partnership seeks to leverage Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, cuisine and hospitality to drive economic growth and position tourism as a cornerstone of national development. The Director-General of the NTDA, Dr Ola Awakan, who signed on behalf of the agency, said the initiative was part of stakeholders’ engagement,…
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr Ola Olukoyede, has called on the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, REDAN and other stakeholders in the real estate sector to safeguard themselves against financial crimes by respecting effective tax administration, financial integrity and clear beneficial ownership disclosures. He gave the charge in Abuja on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at the 17th Annual General Meeting, AGM of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, REDAN, themed: “The New Tax Law as a Strategic Tool For Real Estate Finance and Housing Affordability”. Olukoyede charged REDAN and its stakeholders…
Nigerian entrepreneur, Obi Cubana, has announced his entry into politics, calling for a new culture of clean, issue-driven political engagements led by Nigerian youths. Cubana made the disclosure at the official presentation of City Boy Movement (CBM) Guideline and Flag by the Director-General of CBM, Mr Oluwatosin Shoga, in Abuja on Thursday. Speaking on his political involvement, Cubana described his approach as a distinct “brand of politics” rooted in positivity, discipline and responsible communication. He said that young people remain the backbone of every nation and must be actively involved in shaping its political future. Cubana commended President Bola Tinubu…
The Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, on Thursday, 5 February 2026, inaugurated a combined cohort of 100 officers, comprising 50 participants for Senior Course 14 and 50 for Junior Course 24. The initiative is part of the Customs Service’s commitment to equipping its officers with the skills required to enhance operational efficiency and leadership capacity. The ceremony, held at Ahmad Makarfi Hall of the College, marked the commencement of the courses, which will run for six months for Senior Course participants and three months for Junior Course participants. Addressing the newly inaugurated students and members of the…