The Kaduna State Team Lead of the Nigerian Learning Passport (NLP), Philip Mamman, has disclosed that over 2.2 million users have enrolled on the online learning platform across Nigeria. This forms part of efforts to bridge the country’s learning poverty gap. Mamman stated this on the sidelines of this year’s National Children’s Day celebration at the Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna. Speaking on the impact of the initiative, which is supported by UNICEF in partnership with the Global Partnership for Education and hosted by the Federal Ministry of Education, Mamman said the NLP is an online learning platform designed…
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The Federal Government has intensified calls for enhanced cross-border cooperation among ECOWAS member states to combat transnational crime, terrorism, and other security challenges threatening regional stability. The Director-General of the National Boundary Commission (NBC), Adamu Adaji, made the call during the annual stakeholders’ meeting on ECOWAS Cross-Border Cooperation held in Abuja. Adaji, who was represented by Dr Farouk Tarfa, Head of Cross-Border Cooperation at the NBC, noted that Nigeria was the first country in the sub-region to establish the ECOWAS Cross-Border Cooperation (CBC) programme. He emphasised the need for member states to strengthen collaboration to tackle terrorism, transnational crimes, and…
Wife of Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, says home gardening offers a practical solution to healthy living, food sufficiency, and economic support for households, especially amid rising food costs. Soludo made this known in a statement on Friday in Awka while announcing plans to distribute 5,000 packs of hybrid, non-genetically modified (non-GMO) seeds to residents. She said the initiative aims to encourage household gardening and subsistence farming during the rainy season. READ ALSO: Herders abandon cattle after farm invasion in Abia “The initiative is to support individuals interested in cultivating home gardens and boosting food production across the state,”…
Dr Andrew Iyamu, Special Adviser to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo on Health, has reiterated the need for stronger sensitisation and monitoring of Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the state. Iyamu noted that many residents are unaware that certain drugs and services provided at PHCs are free. He made the remark at a town hall meeting organised by the Edo State Primary Health Care Development Agency (EDSPHCDA) in Benin City. “I personally visited several healthcare centres on the governor’s directive and discovered many challenges, including staff shortages and poor emergency response systems,” he said. Iyamu warned against over-reliance on poorly…
United Nations agencies have moved quickly to contain the latest Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), delivering emergency medical supplies, protective equipment, and logistical support. UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric gave the update on Thursday in New York. “Our humanitarian and peacekeeping colleagues continue to support the government’s efforts to address the fast-spreading Ebola outbreak,” he said. The province of Ituri remains the epicentre, with the most affected towns being Rwampara, Mongbwalu, and Bunia. The UN peacekeeping mission (MONUSCO) is providing critical logistical support, including four light passenger vehicles, one helicopter, two ambulances, and two armoured vehicles…
Some butchers in Dutse, Jigawa State, have expressed concern over high transportation fares, which may increase the cost of slaughter and meat processing services during the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. They warned that the development could negatively affect operations at slaughter slabs and mobile services. In separate interviews on Thursday in Dutse, the butchers said the cost of animal slaughter and meat processing had risen by about 200 per cent compared to the previous festive season. The slaughter fee for a ram now ranges from ₦5,000 upwards, while a bull costs between ₦20,000 and above, depending on size. Meat processing, including packaging…
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has welcomed the adoption of a General Assembly resolution that follows up on the International Court of Justice (ICJ) advisory opinion on climate change. UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric announced this on Thursday in New York, describing the resolution adopted on Wednesday as “a powerful affirmation of international law, climate justice, and science.” The resolution urges all UN Member States to take every possible step to prevent significant harm to the climate and environment, including reducing emissions within their borders and honouring their Paris Agreement commitments. It also calls on governments to cooperate in good faith and…
Junesberry School has won the grand finale of the Suleja Spelling Bee competition organised by the Foundation for Human Capacity Development and Innovation in Niger State. The school clinched the ₦500,000 star prize after a closely contested final that tested spelling accuracy, composure, and academic excellence. Hassan Dallatu Model School finished second and received ₦300,000, while Global Vision School placed third with ₦200,000. Eng. Mukhtar LEA School came fourth and got ₦100,000. Founder of the foundation, Rear Adm. Hamza Ibrahim, said the competition reflects the foundation’s commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting educational development in Nigeria. “We want the…
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) on Thursday inspected key facilities at four sacred sites (Masha’ir) in Makkah — Muna, Arafat, Jamrat, and Muzdalifah — in preparation for the upcoming Hajj rites. Dr Aliu Tanko, NAHCON team member in charge of pilgrim movement, said the inspection was meant to familiarise officials with the routes pilgrims would take. “From Makkah, they will proceed directly to Mina. After their stay in Mina, the following night they will move to Arafat,” he said. READ ALSO: Enugu digitises housing development corporation “This is the most important location in the entire Hajj. Whoever misses…
The Enugu State Government has launched a digitalised system for the Enugu State Housing Development Corporation (ENHDC) to improve efficiency, transparency, accountability, and service delivery. Speaking during the inauguration on Thursday in Enugu, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, said the initiative aligns with the state government’s vision of transparent and technology-driven governance. According to him, the digitalisation project aims to ensure accountability, traceability, and greater public confidence in government processes, especially in land and housing administration. Onyia noted that the adoption of technology would enable effective monitoring of processes, proper accounting for public resources, and…