2 mn read To alleviate the suffering of flood victims in Borno State, the Federation of Nigerian Pharmaceutical Industry Associations (FeNPIA) and the Nigeria Academy of Pharmacy (NAPharm) have donated essential medicines and medical supplies to the Borno State Government. This donation supports the ongoing relief efforts by the Federal Ministry of Health for victims of the devastating […]

< 1 mn read The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) has firmly opposed the establishment of a National Health Facility Regulatory Agency (NHFRA), labeling it a potential threat to the independence of the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN). In a letter addressed to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, signed by PSN President Prof. Cyril […]

< 1 mn read Mi Nurudeen Salam, Esq., Executive Director of the Initiative for Positive Growth and Collective Development (IPAD), has condemned the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its response to Senator Oyelola Ashiru’s criticism, labeling it a reckless attack on legislative immunity. The controversy erupted when Senator Ashiru referred to the NDLEA as “corrupt and compromised” […]

< 1 mn read In preparation for the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), the Building Blocks for Peace Foundation (BBFORPEACE) has launched a climate conversation in Nasarawa State. The organization hosted a one-day community dialogue in Lafia, bringing together over 70 stakeholders, including traditional leaders, local government officials, business owners, […]

< 1 mn read Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has pardoned more than 100 inmates at the Sokoto Central Correctional Centre in honor of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary. The Governor, represented by Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Nasiru Binji, stated that the pardon aligns with Section 212 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has addressed circulating claims on social media regarding the ongoing investigation into the alleged murder of Miss Priscilla Ocheme by her boyfriend, Ekosuehi Iseh Elvis, also known as Richard, at his home in Lugbe, Abuja. In a statement, the police clarified that Ekosuehi Iseh Elvis was invited for […]

< 1 mn read Looking ahead, the IMF has projected global growth to reach 3.1 percent over the next five years, labeling it a “mediocre performance.” The organization underscored the necessity of structural reforms and targeted support for vulnerable populations to strengthen global economic resilience. Additionally, the IMF emphasized that as disinflation progresses worldwide, careful management of dynamics within […]

< 1 mn read Traditional rulers in Delta State have urgently appealed to the Federal Government to repair the state’s federal roads, which they described as “death traps” due to their deteriorating condition. In a five-point communiqué issued after their meeting in Asaba, the monarchs, led by Pere Luke Kalanama VIII, the 1st Vice Chairman of the Delta State […]

< 1 mn read Mr. Carl Toriola, Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, has issued a stark warning that the proposed reintroduction of a 5% excise tax on telecom services will severely impact the operations of telecom operators in Nigeria, including MTN. The National Assembly has recently proposed this tax as part of a broader tax reform initiative targeting […]

< 1 mn read Chief Gani Adams, the Aare-Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, has stated that the Olokun Festival has significantly enhanced the spiritual and developmental landscape of host communities in Badagry. Speaking during the 2024 edition of the festival at Sultan Beach, Adams, who is also the Chief Promoter of the Olokun Festival Foundation (OFF), highlighted the positive impacts of […]

< 1 mn read The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, emphasized the need for diverse stakeholder involvement to effectively combat cybercrime in Nigeria. She made this statement at the 2024 National Cybersecurity Summit, organized by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja. The summit, themed “Alternatives to Cybercrime; Optimizing Cyber Skills for National Development,” aimed to raise […]

< 1 mn read The Olu of Obafe in Obafemi/Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, Oba Taofeek Owolabi Olukayode, has been arraigned before the Magistrates’ Court in Owode-Egba on charges of fraud, conspiracy, and assault on a law enforcement officer. The embattled monarch, along with yet-to-be-apprehended accomplices, faces allegations related to a fraudulent land deal valued at N75 […]

2 mn read One of the tightest U.S. election races in modern history entered its final two-week stretch on Tuesday, with Republican Donald Trump reaching out to Latino voters, while Democratic rival Kamala Harris sat down for a national TV interview. Both campaigns are investing hundreds of millions of dollars in a last-ditch effort to sway undecided voters, […]

< 1 mn read The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff F.O. Oborevwori, has approved the appointment of Prof. Samuel Ogheneovo Asagba as the new Vice Chancellor of Delta State University, Abraka. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Eze Emu, the appointment will take effect from December 1, 2024. […]

< 1 mn read The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Nigeria has announced the schedule for the Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for Private Candidates, 2024–Second Series. The exams will take place from Friday, October 25, to Friday, December 20, 2024. In a statement, the Acting Head of the Public Affairs Department, Adesina Moyosola Fadekemi, highlighted […]

< 1 mn read Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Industries, is set to deliver the keynote address at the 2024 Alumni Day of the University of Dundee Alumni Chapter, Nigeria. The event is scheduled for November 2, 2024, in Lagos and will focus on investment issues within the nation. Represented by Fatima Dangote, Executive Director at Dangote Industries, […]