The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Prof Simon Ortuanya has appointed globally acclaimed writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, African Development Bank (AfDB) executive Prof. Kevin Chika Urama, and Prof. James Robinson of the University of Chicago as Visiting Professors, as part of the drive to reposition the institution on the global academic stage. The appointments were communicated through official letters dated December 18, 2025 and signed by the Vice-Chancellor. The letters outlining the roles and expectations of the Visiting Professors, including teaching engagements, research collaboration, mentorship, and strategic academic interactions. Chimamnda Adichie, one of the influential literary voices…
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The Jigawa State House of Assembly has passed the 2026 Appropriation Bill of ₦901.84 billion for the services of the state government, with some amendments. The passage of the bill on Tuesday followed the adoption of the report of the House Standing Committee on Appropriation at a plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Haruna Aliyu, in Dutse. Presenting the report, the Chairman of the Committee, Mr. Ibrahim Hamza, said the House standing committees had earlier engaged all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) for the assessment and defence of their respective budget estimates. Hamza said the committee was satisfied with…
Sen. Sunday Katung (APC-Kaduna South) has distributed 4,000 bags of rice to his constituents across the district to support families in celebrating the Christmas season. The distribution exercise, which cut across party lines, reached beneficiaries including religious organisations, market women, vulnerable persons, community groups and party faithful across the eight local government areas of the district. Speaking during the exercise, Mr Yohanna Allahmagani, a former Kaduna State Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, urged the constituents to continue to support and pray for the Senator, particularly during the festive season. Allahmagani described the gesture as a reflection of Katung’s commitment to…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has warned Nigerians of increased risks of Lassa fever, cerebrospinal meningitis and foodborne diseases during the festive season, urging the public to celebrate responsibly and prioritise health and safety. Dr Jide Idris, Director-General of the NCDC, gave the warning in a signed public health advisory issued on Wednesday in Abuja. Idris said the festive period—characterised by increased travel, large social gatherings and food sharing—coupled with dry-season conditions, heightens the risk of infectious disease transmission. “Lassa fever is an acute viral haemorrhagic illness endemic in Nigeria and several West African countries, with…
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has appointed Afrinvest, a capital market investment firm, as its fundraising consultant that would boost its funding and make the organisation financially independent. Sen. John Azuta-Mbata, the President-General of the group disclosed this during the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Imeobi meeting held at the International Conference Centre, Enugu on Tuesday, where he gave account of his one year in office. He said that the partnership was designed to professionalise Ohanaeze resource mobilisation efforts, unlock new funding opportunities andmove them away from dependency on political office holders for funding. “To show financial sustainability and institutional growth, we have…
FirstPower Electricity Company, a subsidiary of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), has reaffirmed its commitment to improving power supply and service delivery to customers in Anambra. Mr Okechukwu Okafor, Managing Director of FirstPower, made the pledge on Wednesday in Awka at a Performance Recognition Ceremony to celebrate the contributions of its outstanding staff in the state. Okafor said:” FirstPower is committed to improving service delivery in Anambra. “We are committed to the state’s progress especially in the power sector. Our focus is on the customer because the customer is the platform for our success. “We will also continue to…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), has reaffirmed its commitment to peace, dialogue, and responsible energy development in Ogoniland. The Group Chief Executive Officer of Mr Bashir Bayo Ojulari made this known while speaking during a Federal Government delegation’s visit to Ogoniland, in Rivers. Ojulari, in a statement on Tuesday by Andy Odeh,Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd. described the Federal Government’s renewed engagement as a demonstration of hope and a new beginning built on partnership and understanding. “This visit is a demonstration of hope. It affirms the commitment of the Federal Government, under the leadership of President…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has distributed relief materials to victims of the 2025 flooding and windstorm in Eket Federal Constituency, Akwa Ibom State. The items distributed included rice, garri, spaghetti, vegetable oil, tomatoes, seasonings, and salt, among others. Speaking at the event in Ibeno on Wednesday, Mrs Mmandu Aisueni, Head of NEMA Operations in Akwa Ibom, said the gesture reflects the Federal Government’s support for the affected communities. Represented by Mr Akpakpan Victor, Head of Relief and Rehabilitation, Aisueni urged beneficiaries to make good use of the items to improve their welfare. “It is with mixed emotions that…
The Lagos State Command and Control Centre (LSCCC) has recorded 11,127 emergency incidents across the state between January and November 2025. Mr Femi Giwa, the General Manager of LSCCC, disclosed this on Tuesday at a news conference in Lagos. The centre coordinates emergency and disaster response across the state and manages the toll-free emergency lines 767 and 112 for rapid incident reporting. Giwa said the incidents covered medical emergencies, road accidents, fire outbreaks, security-related cases, and other emergencies handled through the centre’s real-time dispatch system. He noted that medical emergencies accounted for the highest number, with 2,192 cases reported during…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has released four telephone numbers for residents to report uncleared refuse for prompt action. Mr Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media, made the announcement in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. He listed the numbers as 08038643087, 07011073406, 07011255710, and 09114843425, and urged members of the public to send pictures and videos of uncleared refuse via WhatsApp. “Tell us where you see uncleared refuse; take pictures or record videos and include the location,” Olayinka said. ALSO READ: Free healthcare for pregnant women, under-5 begins in…