Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya has assured members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) of their safety, welfare and a memorable service year in the state. Yahaya gave the assurance on Friday during the swearing-in ceremony of the 2026 Batch “B” Stream II corps members at the temporary orientation camp in Amada community, Akko Local Government Area of the state. Represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Mr Yusuf Kwadon, the governor said the state government had consistently prioritised the safety and welfare of corps members serving in Gombe. “I assure you that the Gombe State Government…
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Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has described the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as one of Nigeria’s most enduring and successful institutions for nation-building, national integration and unity. Mutfwang made the remarks on Friday at the official opening and swearing-in ceremony of the 2026 Batch “B” Stream II corps members’ orientation exercise in Plateau. Represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Mr Musa Ashoms, the governor said that for more than five decades, the NYSC had promoted national integration, fostered cultural understanding and strengthened unity among Nigerians. He noted that the scheme provides young Nigerians with opportunities to…
Serm Choon, a renowned technology commentator and former president of the Malaysian Digital Association (MDA), said China’s evolving role in global science and technology is reflected in measurable industrial development and market performance. “I agree with the assessment that China is accelerating its transformation from a participant and contributor in global science and technology into a pioneer and leader,” the state-run news agency Xinhua quoted him as saying. Serm pointed to the humanoid robotics industry as an example, noting his long observation of technological and industrial interaction between Southeast Asia and China. According to Serm, global shipments of humanoid robots…
The ongoing Buruku Bridge project has brought renewed hope to residents after nearly 200 people reportedly lost their lives in boat mishaps on the Katsina-Ala River within three years. Mr Raymond Aondoakura, Chairman of Buruku Local Government, disclosed this in Buruku, Benue State, on Thursday during an inspection tour by the Renewed Hope Ambassadors Presidential Media Team. The team was led by Mr Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. It was conducted round ongoing infrastructure projects across Benue by the Deputy Governor, Samuel Ode, and the Federal Controller of Works in the state, Mr Mukaila…
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have called for urgent, community-led action to contain the worsening Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In a statement issued on Thursday, the agencies urged stronger early case detection, comprehensive contact tracing, improved access to treatment, support for frontline health workers and faster delivery of essential resources to affected communities nationwide. The appeal followed a joint high-level mission to Uganda and the DRC on August 4 and 5 to assess ongoing Ebola response efforts and identify operational priorities for strengthened…
The Federal Government and the Lagos State Government have renewed their commitment to strengthen collaboration on flood resilience, water sector reforms and sanitation. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, stated this during a courtesy visit to Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu. In a statement issued at the end of the meeting on Thursday in Lagos, Utsev said the partnership aimed to improve water resources management and sanitation services in the state. He expressed sympathy to the state over recent flooding incidents, stressing the need for cooperation between both governments to address water and sanitation challenges. The…
Dr Temitope Oyeleye, Chief Executive Officer of TBO Integrated Services, on Thursday said governments and organisations must prioritise governance, trust and citizens’ needs to unlock the benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Oyeleye spoke at a webinar organised by Techeconomy and Infobip on building future-ready institutions and improving citizens’ engagement through technology. He warned that deploying AI without clear strategies, quality data and accountability frameworks could undermine public trust and limit the technology’s impact. According to him, many organisations pursue attractive AI use cases before establishing governance structures, data readiness and business priorities. “The biggest mistake organisations make is chasing use…
Yosef Abramowitz, a renewable energy investor and Chief Executive Officer of Gigawatt Global, has announced plans to provide up to $500 million in project financing for solar power plants across Nigerian universities. Abramowitz made the announcement in Abuja during the 2026 NextGen Innovation Challenge National Showcase and the official launch of the Tinubu Light Initiative (TLI), organised by the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI). He said the initiative aims to improve electricity supply, support research and extend power to surrounding rural communities. He explained that the funding would cover up to 90 per cent of the financing required for…
The Katsina State Government has unveiled domesticated guidelines for the state-funded procurement of family planning commodities to strengthen healthcare financing and improve access to childbirth spacing services. The guidelines were unveiled on Wednesday at a dissemination workshop organised by the State Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Access to Medicines Initiative (AMI). The event brought together government officials, development partners, civil society organisations and local government representatives. Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Health, Musa Funtua, described the guidelines as a roadmap for the sustainable financing of family planning commodities in the state. He said the framework would…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) says it will construct additional modern bus and taxi terminals across Abuja to eliminate illegal motor parks, enhance passenger safety and modernise the nation’s capital. Mr Chinedum Elechi, Mandate Secretary, FCTA Transportation Secretariat, said this on Thursday in Abuja while briefing newsmen on the operationalisation of the Mabushi and Central Business District bus and taxi terminals. Elechi reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to transforming the Federal Capital Territory into a world-class city through ongoing transport projects and future budgetary provisions for additional terminals. He addressed concerns over the reliance on informal loading points, including Berger…