July 7, 2025 In a renewed drive to improve healthcare delivery across Lagos State, the Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) has expressed its commitment to forging stronger partnerships with stakeholders to elevate healthcare standards. Speaking at a strategic engagement session with public and private health sector leaders in Ikeja on Monday, the Executive
July 7, 2025 The Federal Government is set to embark on the rehabilitation of the ageing Carter Bridge in Lagos, following structural concerns raised by engineers. The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, disclosed this during an inspection tour of the facility on Monday, July 7, 2025. Accompanied by a team of ministry engineers and
July 7, 2025 In a major relief for Nigerian consumers and businesses, several Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) have resumed international transactions on naira-denominated debit cards, following notable improvements in the country’s foreign exchange (FX) liquidity. The reinstatement comes after years of suspension due to severe FX scarcity, which forced banks to restrict or halt the
July 7, 2025 The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has spoken out on the continued detention of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, stating that his prolonged incarceration is a reflection of deeper national disunity and the failure of dialogue-based governance. Speaking during a live
July 7, 2025 A senior officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Dr. Oluwafemi Adeyemi Badiru, has initiated criminal proceedings against the Service, its top leadership, and other unnamed individuals, accusing them of conspiracy, obstruction, and deliberate perversion of the course of justice. The legal action, filed before a competent court, outlines serious allegations that
July 7, 2025 Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has restated his administration’s unwavering commitment to revitalising the public service sector, positioning it as a benchmark for excellence and innovation across the country. In a statement issued on Monday, Governor Oborevwori emphasised the need for a forward-looking, well-equipped, and value-driven workforce that can effectively
July 7, 2025 In a troubling paradox, Nigeria is losing nearly half of its fresh farm produce annually—worth over ₦3.5 trillion ($2.4 billion)—to post-harvest wastage, even as millions of citizens grapple with food insecurity and rising hunger levels. Agricultural experts and food security advocates have raised the alarm over what they describe as a “systemic
July 7, 2025 | Ibadan, Oyo State The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed on at the age of 89, marking the end of an era for the ancient city of Ibadan and the traditional institution in Oyo State. Though official confirmation from the Oyo State Government and the Olubadan-in-Council is still being
July 7, 2025 — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for an urgent overhaul of the global governance architecture, as well as the financial and healthcare systems, to better reflect the needs and aspirations of low-income and emerging economies—particularly those in Africa. Speaking at the ongoing 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the
July 7, 2025 Educators seeking to enhance their skills in technical and vocational instruction can now register for the upcoming Technical Teachers’ Training Programme, aimed at equipping teachers with modern tools, techniques, and industry-relevant knowledge. The initiative targets instructors across various technical disciplines, including engineering, ICT, applied sciences, and vocational education. The training is designed
