Mrs Lydia Olarewaju, former Head of the Oncology Pharmacy Unit at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH), has urged practitioners to prioritise continuous knowledge acquisition to improve service delivery and patient safety. Olarewaju made the call on Thursday in Ilorin during the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) Kwara Pharmacy Day and Merit Award Ceremony. The theme of the programme was “Empowering Pharmacists for Healthier Futures”, with the sub-theme “Together for Better Health”. Olarewaju observed that the rapidly evolving nature of medicine, drug research and healthcare technology demands that pharmacists remain lifelong learners. According to her, the pharmacy landscape is…
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Farmers in Kwaya Kusar Local Government Area of Borno have commended the state government’s security initiatives aimed at tackling farmer-herder clashes in the area. Hassan Musa, Chairman of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Kwaya Kusar chapter, made the commendation in an interview with reporters in Kwaya Kusar town on Thursday. Musa said measures adopted by the state government, including the establishment of Agro-Rangers and other security initiatives, had helped reduce farmer-herder clashes in the area. He said that since the state government, in collaboration with the local government, implemented the initiative, farmers had enjoyed safe access to their…
The Department of State Services (DSS), Sokoto State Command, has warned of a possible attack on tertiary institutions across the state by terrorist and bandit groups. The warning was contained in a letter dated July 18, 2026, addressed to the Sokoto State Governor and signed on behalf of the State Director of Security, B. Abdulaziz. Titled “Planned Attack on Tertiary Institutions by Terrorist and Bandit Gangs,” the letter said intelligence available to the command indicated a tactical shift in the focus of criminal elements. According to the DSS, the groups have shifted attention from vulnerable primary and secondary schools to…
Terra Academy for the Arts (TAFTA), a creative training institution, has said Artificial Intelligence (AI) and human connection must coexist in the creative industry. TAFTA Programmes Manager Chinedu Isagbah said this in an interview with reporters in Lagos on Thursday. TAFTA is the creative training arm of Terra Kulture, providing programmes aimed at developing skills and opportunities for young people in Nigeria’s creative industry. Speaking on the impact of AI, Isagbah highlighted opportunities for young creatives and challenges facing Nigeria’s creative economy. He said the rapid expansion of AI made it essential for creatives to adopt the technology. He added…
Al-Habibiyah Islamic Society and FIUSS Labs Sdn Bhd on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote the application of digital technologies in Waqf and Zakat management. The agreement was signed in Abuja by the National Chief Imam of Al-Habibiyah Islamic Society, Imam Fuad Adeyemi, on behalf of the society, while Mr Hamid Rashid, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FIUSS Labs Sdn Bhd, signed for the company. The partnership aims to explore innovative ways of applying technology to Islamic social finance and expand opportunities for sustainable community development. FIUSS Labs is a fintech venture based in Kuala Lumpur,…
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has warned broadcasters, online publishers, bloggers and other participants in Nigeria’s rapidly expanding information ecosystem against using their platforms to spread misinformation, hate speech, inflammatory material and other content capable of undermining peaceful elections. The warning comes as political campaigns for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections commence on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. In a statement released by Moses Jolayemi, Technical Adviser to the Director-General of the NBC, Mr Charles Ebuebu, the Commission said the commencement of political campaigns places an even greater responsibility on all those who disseminate information to the public to…
Mrs Zubaida Umar, the Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has urged Nigerians to embrace unity and collective action. Umar made the call in a statement on Wednesday while commemorating the 2026 World Humanitarian Day (WHD), with the theme “Act for Humanity”. She commended Nigerian humanitarians, including first responders, volunteers and citizens, for risking their lives to provide relief during crises. “This World Humanitarian Day 2026, we celebrate Nigeria’s humanitarians, responders, volunteers, and everyday citizens who show up when it matters most,” she said. Umar urged citizens to demonstrate kindness and vigilance daily to strengthen community mechanisms for…
Ebonyi State Government and the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) have explored a strategic partnership to address the housing deficit in the state. Gov. Francis Nwifuru made the call when he received a delegation from FMBN, led by its Executive Director, Ms Chinenye Anosike, on Wednesday in Abakaliki. Nwifuru urged FMBN to construct at least 1,000 housing units in each state, while encouraging state governments to provide an additional 1,000 units to tackle the housing deficit. He said his administration had prioritised housing and was planning to construct 600 additional duplexes, with a target of delivering more than 1,000…
Indigenes of Muye/Egba Ward in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State have appealed to the Federal Government to release additional funds to the National Hydro-Electric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) to accelerate construction of an embankment aimed at controlling perennial flooding in the community and surrounding villages. The Village Head of Muye and Amana Kakanda, Salihu Mohammed, made the appeal during an inspection of the ongoing project in Muye. He expressed concern over the devastating impact of flooding on the social and economic activities of residents. The traditional ruler said the slow pace of work was a source…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved an amendment to the National Mental Health Act to decriminalise attempted suicide in Nigeria. Speaking after the meeting, the Minister of Health and Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammed Pate, said suicide is a major public health concern in Nigeria. The World Health Organisation estimates more than 7,000 deaths and about 300,000 suicide attempts occur across the country each year. He noted that despite this significant burden, attempted suicide remains criminalised under colonial-era laws — specifically Section 327 of the Criminal Code Act and Section 231 of the Penal Code. These…