Trade Minister Hails SMEDAN’s G.R.O.W. Nigeria Model for MSME Development
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has commended the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) for its bold implementation of the G.R.O.W. Nigeria strategy. The strategy is a people-centred initiative designed to provide Guidance, Resources, Opportunities, and Workforce support for MSMEs across the country. Dr. […]
Kemi Adeosun Pays Respects to Late President Buhari
By Oluwakemi Kindness Former Nigerian Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has extended heartfelt condolences to the family of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday. Adeosun, who served in Buhari’s cabinet from August 2015, took to her official Facebook page on Tuesday to reflect on the privilege of working under the late president’s […]
West African Activists Unite for Climate Justice, Demand Debt Payment
By Oluwakemi Kindness West African climate justice activists are intensifying calls for the recognition and payment of climate debt not aid from industrialized nations. Speaking on Tuesday at a regional roundtable in Abuja, stakeholders raised alarm over ongoing environmental exploitation that continues to endanger communities and ecosystems throughout the region. Coming ahead of the 30th […]
Remains of Former President Buhari Laid To Rest in Daura
By Aremu Toyeebaht Remains of the legend, former President Muhammadu Buhari, have been laid to rest amidst shades of emotional expressions and the outpouring of prayers for the repose of his soul. The funeral prayers, led by former Minister of Communications, Professor Ali Fantami, were observed by family members of the deceased, his relatives, the […]
Davnotch National Open: Lucky Danjuma Advances to Round of 16 After Gritty Win
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Lucky Danjuma has booked his spot in the round of 16 at the Davnotch National Open Tennis Championship following a hard-fought win over Mathew Abamu on Monday in Abuja. The match, played at the National Tennis Centre, Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, saw Danjuma edge a tense contest 6-7(8), […]
NSITF, NDPC Collaborate to Enhance Workers’ Welfare, Data Safety
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, (NSITF), and Nigeria Data Protection Commission, (NDPC), have struck a partnership on promotion of workers’ welfare, workplace safety and data safety. The two agencies agreed to work together for the welfare of Nigerian workers and protection of digital privacy of Nigerians at an inter-agency parley held […]
NSITF Boss Calls for Data-Driven Solutions to Workplace Safety
By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, (NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, has advocated the adoption of Data-driven solutions for workplace safety and health. Faleye canvassed this position at the ongoing training on Enhanced Occupational Safety and Health, at the Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, Ibadan, the Oyo state capital. In his […]
Federal Government Declares Public Holiday in Honor of Late Muhammad Buhari
By Chinedu Echianu The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, as a public holiday in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Monday announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government, following the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. […]
NDLEA Chairman Marwa Mourns Buhari, Praises His Patriotism and Legacy
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa, on Monday joined millions of Nigerians in mourning the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as “a true patriot, principled leader, and servant of the Nigerian people.” In a statement he personally signed, Marwa […]
NILDS DG Advocates African Solutions for African Challenges
By Aremu Toyeebaht The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman, has called for the adoption of Afrocentric approaches to address the pressing challenges confronting the African continent. Speaking in Abuja, at the close of a five-day capacity-building programme for members of the Malawian Parliament, Professor […]