President Bola Tinubu has commended the United Nations (UN), European Union (EU), and other partners for supporting the implementation of Nigeria’s Three Million Technical Talent (3MTT) Project. He made the commendation at the 3MTT National Summit 2025, organized by the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, on Thursday in Abuja. Launched in October 2023, the 3MTT Project received 1.8 million applications from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, aiming to close the country’s digital and technical skills gap. President Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, said the initiative…
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Kano authorities have intercepted 4,920 bottles of beer being transported into the state, following a successful operation by the Kano State Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA), which impounded three trucks carrying alcoholic beverages. The Managing Director of KAROTA, Faisal Mahmud, confirmed the seizure in a statement released on Thursday through the agency’s Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Ibrahim. Mahmud explained that the trucks, carrying 410 cartons and 4,920 bottles of beer, were intercepted during a night patrol along major streets in Kano metropolis. “The consignments were being transported for delivery to various locations in the city. “The interception aligns with KAROTA’s mandate…
The Dangote Refinery has announced another sharp reduction in its petrol gantry price, cutting the rate by 15.58% from ₦828 to ₦699 per litre, effective December 11, 2025. The latest adjustment marks about the 20th price review this year, reinforcing the refinery’s aggressive pricing strategy as the festive travel season intensifies across Nigeria. According to senior officials, the refinery introduced the cut to ease transportation costs ahead of Christmas, when millions of Nigerians travel across states to reunite with family. The company said the review aligned with its “commitment to make the season memorable for citizens and reduce cost pressures…
The Abia State Government on Thursday launched the Abia Agriculture Dynamic Database System (Abia ADDS) platform, a digital initiative aimed at boosting agricultural data collection, farmer identification, planning, and targeted interventions across the state’s 17 Local Government Areas. The platform is expected to empower farmers, improve productivity, and position Abia as a leading agricultural hub in Nigeria. Governor Okezie Ikpeazu unveiled the initiative at the two-day Abia Tech and Innovation Summit held at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia. Represented by his Chief of Staff, Dr. Caleb Ajagba, the governor described the launch as a transformative step for the state’s agricultural…
The Association for Environmental Impact Assessment of Nigeria (AEIAN) has praised the Eko Atlantic City project for its “exemplary adherence to environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA) standards.” Dr. Abbas Suleiman, President of AEIAN, made the commendation during a visit to the project site at Victoria Island on Thursday. Suleiman noted that many new-town development projects in Nigeria fail, particularly during heavy rainfall, because critical environmental impacts identified during assessments are often not integrated into project design. He said Eko Atlantic City stood out for embedding mitigation measures and maintaining a rigorous environmental monitoring regime. “The city authorities operate dedicated…
The Ondo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (OSPHCDA) has announced plans to vaccinate 2.2 million children across the state’s 18 Local Government Areas against measles and rubella. Dr. Francis Akanbiemu, the agency’s Permanent Secretary, disclosed this on Thursday during a media sensitization on the upcoming vaccination exercise. He was represented by Dr. Victor Adefesoye, Director of Disease Control and Immunization. The vaccination campaign is scheduled to run from January 20 to January 29, 2026, targeting children aged nine months to 14 years. Akanbiemu assured that the vaccines would be administered through safe injections with no adverse effects. He added that…
The Women Environmental Programme (WEP), a non-governmental organization, has announced plans to empower 100 people in Benue State through aquaponic farming and climate-smart mini ranches. Ms. Damaris Uja, Head of Programmes at WEP, disclosed this on Thursday at a project inception meeting in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area. She said the project is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) through the SPRiNG Programme and implemented in partnership with Tetra Tech International Development and ActionAid Nigeria. Uja explained that the initiative was designed to address persistent farmer-herder conflicts caused by climate-induced resource pressures, declining agricultural productivity, and limited…
The Network of People Living With HIV in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) has expressed excitement over the N100.6 million allocation by the Sokoto State Government for HIV/AIDS kits and consumables. Yahaya Sanusi, NEPWHAN Programme Officer, made the disclosure during a media engagement on Thursday in Sokoto. Sanusi described the allocation as a landmark achievement, crediting advocacy efforts by NEPWHAN with government institutions and other stakeholders. “This will ease the anxiety created after the United States Government paused foreign aid funds in January, an action that immediately affected the delivery of life-saving HIV medicines and prevention services in several countries,” he said. He…
The Deaf Supporters Development Initiative (DSDI) has affirmed its support for Nigeria’s leadership under President Bola Tinubu, while calling for greater inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in government policies. DSDI President, Mr. Afolabi Dahunsi, made the call during a public lecture on Democracy, Disability, and Good Governance in Lagos on Thursday, commemorating the 2025 International Day for PWDs. The event, organized by DSDI, was themed: “The Renewed Hope Agenda: A Life-Saving Intervention for the Deaf and Persons with Disabilities.” Dahunsi noted that Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda promised to include PWDs in governance, stressing the need to actualize this commitment.…
The Catalyzing Strengthened Policy Action for Healthy Diets and Resilience (CASCADE), a non-governmental organization, has inaugurated nutrition corners and facility gardens in 10 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Bauchi State. Anna Ishaiku, Health and Nutrition Technical Officer of CASCADE, disclosed this on Thursday while handing over the facilities to Inkil and Gokaru Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) in Alkaleri LGA. She said the facilities were also inaugurated in Bauchi, Misau, Zaki, Warji, Katagum, Jama’are, Ningi, Toro, and Dass LGAs. “The overall goal of inaugurating these facilities is to reduce maternal and child malnutrition across CASCADE implementing states,” Ishaiku said. She explained…