The Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy and Development (FENRAD) has condemned the recent demolition of shops and structures at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex, describing the action as unlawful, economically oppressive, and a grave threat to Igbo traders who dominate business activities in the area. In a statement issued on Sunday by its Executive Director, Nelson Nnanna Nwafor, FENRAD said the demolition was carried out without due process, in clear violation of the 1978 Land Use Act and relevant physical planning regulations. According to the group, Section 28 of the Land Use Act stipulates that government may only revoke…
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As Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, marks its 63rd anniversary, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Ahmed, has revealed that the institution has lost nearly 2,000 staff to better opportunities both within Nigeria and abroad. Prof. Ahmed disclosed this at a press conference held as part of activities to commemorate the university’s 63rd anniversary in Zaria. He expressed concern over what he described as a worrisome trend of staff migration, attributing it to poor remuneration and deteriorating infrastructure, which have weakened motivation and institutional capacity. “It is disheartening to state that the university has lost nearly 2,000 staff in the last five…
Prime College, one of Kano’s leading private educational institutions, is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of exceptional service and contribution to the advancement of primary and secondary education in the state. Established in August 1995, the school has grown from modest beginnings into a symbol of academic excellence, producing generations of students who have gone on to excel in various professional fields across Nigeria and abroad. According to the school’s management, Prime College has consistently recorded remarkable academic achievements over the years — including a 100 percent pass rate in the IGCSE, WAEC, NECO, JAMB, and the Canadian…
Sokoto State is adopting Programme-Based Budgeting to enhance transparency and accountability in the 2026 budget process, with support from UNICEF and the EU SUSI Project. Speaker Tukur Bala Bodinga and Commissioner Dr. Abubakar Zayyana said the new model will align with the Governor’s Smart Points Agenda and strengthen fiscal efficiency across ministries. The Speaker made the pledge while declaring open a two-day sensitization and training workshop on Programme-Based Budgeting held at Kamba Motel, Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State. The event, organized by the Sokoto State Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning in collaboration with UNICEF, brought together lawmakers, ministry officials, and…
The Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board (KADSUBEB) has honored 23 teachers across the state’s Local Government Areas for their exceptional performance, dedication, and commitment to teaching. Speaking at the award ceremony, the Executive Chairman of KADSUBEB, Mr. Mubarak Muhammad, said the event was not just a celebration but a defining moment for education in Kaduna State, noting that it was the first of its kind to recognize basic school teachers. Muhammad explained that in line with Governor Uba Sani’s SUSTAIN Agenda, teachers are regarded as key drivers of change, responsible for developing and transforming other resources while shaping the…
Communities in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State have cried out to both the state and federal governments to urgently intervene in the worsening security situation that has displaced residents from at least 12 villages. Speaking at a press conference in Sokoto on Saturday, community leader Adamu Haruna Kebbe said the persistent attacks by armed bandits have forced hundreds of families to flee their homes, abandoning farmlands, livestock, and other sources of livelihood. Haruna, who spoke on behalf of the affected communities, described the situation as “tragic and unbearable,” lamenting that residents now live in constant fear. He said…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment to the Sokoto State Operations Coordinating Unit (SOCU) to support social protection activities. UNICEF is one of the UN agencies implementing the European Union-funded Sustainable and Inclusive Social Protection (EU-SUSI) project in Nigeria. Presenting the items on Saturday in Sokoto, UNICEF Chief of Field Office, Mr. Michel Juma, said the support was aimed at strengthening the functionality of the National Social Register (NSR) to capture more poor and vulnerable persons. Juma assured of continued partnership to expand access to both federal and state-managed social protection programmes…
The Lagos State Commissioner for Special Duties, Mr. Gbenga Oyerinde, says the state’s vision for emergency management is shifting from being reactive to becoming preventive. Oyerinde stated this on Saturday at the ongoing National State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMA) Conference 2025 in Lagos. He said the focus was to identify risks early and prevent avoidable disasters rather than continually responding to emergencies. “We don’t want to continually be in a cycle of emergencies. The next stage is to identify risks early and prevent untold incidents,” Oyerinde said. “Emergency management must start from the grassroots. It is not about massive resources…
The Federation of African Press Agencies (FAAPA) has pledged to provide more opportunities for photojournalists to tell authentic African stories through powerful visual storytelling. The President of FAAPA and Director-General of the Moroccan Press Agency (MAP), Mr. Fouad Arif, made this known on Friday at the close of a five-day photojournalism training held in Rabat, Morocco. Arif said the training was designed to empower African photographers to portray the continent with creativity and authenticity, adding that the seminar’s objectives were “totally met.” He reaffirmed FAAPA’s commitment to building professional capacity across African newsrooms. According to him, participants will have opportunities…
The Ondo State Government on Friday disbursed N38 million as medical assistance to 39 residents of the state under its Medical Assistance Programme. Speaking at the event in Akure, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Banji Ajaka, said the initiative reflects government’s commitment to supporting residents who cannot afford their medical bills. Ajaka assured that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration prioritizes the well-being of citizens. “This programme is part of the social welfare package under the Ease Agenda of the present administration. Some of the beneficiaries have kidney-related problems. “There is a board through which applications are submitted, examined and processed diligently.…