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August 6, 2025
Women in Oil and Gas Advocate for Climate Communication Ahead of World Decarbonisation Day
Lagos: The Women in Oil and Gas (WEOG) has emphasized the importance of sustainable awareness creation in advancing climate action initiatives in anticipation of the 2025 World Decarbonisation Day. The group articulated this during the Pre-Decarbonisa…
Tinubu Announces Free Healthcare for Retirees, Addresses Police Pension Concerns
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has directed the immediate rollout of free healthcare for low-income retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). He has also mandated the prompt implementation of overdue pension increases and a minimum pension g…
NSC-FCT President Pledges Safer Shipping, Financial Reforms
Abuja: Mr John Ugwu, the newly elected President of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council Association, FCT chapter (NSC-FCT), has pledged to prioritise safer shipping practices and tackle pressing financial challenges affecting members. Ugwu made the pledge …
FAAN Investigates Airport Incident Involving Musician K1
Abuja: The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has responded to an incident that occurred at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, involving musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, and a ValueJet pilot.
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Group Tasks APC Chairman on Farmer-Friendly Policies for Improved Productivity
Abuja: Coalition of Farmers Network (COFAN) has tasked Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman, All Progressives Party (APC), to champion farmer-friendly policies that would improve productivity of women and youth in agriculture. The organisation al…
Soludo to Redesign Igbo-Ukwu Museum to Spotlight Igbo Cultural Heritage
Anambra: Gov. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra has announced plans to redesign the Igbo-Ukwu Museum to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the South East. Soludo disclosed this during his recent visit to the Igbo-Ukwu Community in Aguata Local Government…
President Tinubu Mourns Media Icon Doyin Abiola, Celebrates Her Democratic Legacy
Lagos: President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Dr. Doyinsola Abiola, highlighting her legacy as a media icon and champion of democracy. Dr. Abiola, aged 82, was the wife of the late Chief MKO Abiola and died early on Wednes…
Kaduna Opens Baby Creches to Support Breastfeeding Mothers
Kaduna: The Kaduna State Ministry of Health has inaugurated baby creches in key government institutions to promote breastfeeding and support working mothers across the state. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Commissioner for Health, Umma Kaltum-…
Bauchi Residents Advocate for Re-Introduction of Homegrown School Feeding
Bauchi: Some residents of Bauchi State have reiterated the need to reintroduce the homegrown school feeding programme in order to boost school enrolment. The residents, who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Bauchi, said that the move would …
NCC Enforces New Governance Rules for Telecom Operators
Lagos: The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced a stricter corporate governance framework for telecom operators, aimed at enhancing transparency, internal controls, and risk management across the industry. The Executive Vice-Chairma…