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Ahead of the yuletide, the Hadiza Foundation has called on well-meaning Nigerians to come to the rescue of over 35.5 million persons living with disabilities (PWDs) in the country. The founder of the foundation, Hadiza Umar, who spoke during the end-of-year prayer session with the less privileged held at the Unity Fountain, Abuja, said she…
25 Nov
The Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo Foundation (NNIIF), a socio-cultural organization of accomplished Igbo women, has announced plans for its 2024 Annual Conference, scheduled to take place on December 3rd at the Sandralia Hotel, Abuja. With the theme "Driving Transformation through Value Re-orientation, Inclusive Leadership and Sustainability," the conference aims to address critical national issues, fostering…
21 Nov
An Abuja-based non-governmental organisation, CLEEN Foundation, and security scholars have called for reforms in the Nigeria Police Force for the optimum performance of the agency. The Acting Executive Director, CLEEN Foundation, Peter Maduoma; a Professor of Criminology and Sociology of Law, Etannibi Alemika, and Dr Nathaniel Danjibo of the University of Ibadan, made the call…
18 Oct
As part of its commitment to fostering education and innovation, the Tosin Eniolorunda Foundation has completed the renovation and upgrading
11 Oct
As the world commemorates World Mental Health Day, the Starburg Empowerment Foundation on Friday urged the public to stop the stigmatisation of those suffering from mental health challenges. This comes as the organisation donated medical supplies, including drugs and cash, to the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital (FNPH) in Benin to commemorate the 2024 World Mental Health…
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Three people have been confirmed dead following a violent clash that erupted between worshippers of the United Methodist Church in Nigeria (UMCN) and the Global Methodist Church (GMC) in Taraba State.
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The Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Lagos, in collaboration with the Huaxing Art Troupe Nigeria, China Business Association, and Overseas Chinese Women's Federation
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PanAfrican Capital Holdings (PAC Holdings), a Proprietary investment company has announced the promotion of three senior executives, reinforcing its commitment to excellence and employee development.
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A United Kingdom-based pastor, Tobi Adegboyega, has condemned the claims made by UK Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch, that Nigeria is a country that drives its citizens to engage in questionable behaviours. Badenoch has been vocal about her opinion of Nigeria. She accused Nigerian leaders of being corrupt and responsible for the ills in the…
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The Commission Electorale Nationale Autonomie (CENA) of Benin Republic has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing it as a model for other West African countries to follow. According to CENA, Nigeria's electoral progress has positioned INEC as a benchmark for best practices in electoral management in the sub-region. President of CENA, Dr. Sacca…
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A student opened fire Monday at a school in the northern US state of Wisconsin, killing at least two people and injuring several others before apparently taking their own life, officials said. Shon Barnes, police chief in the state capital Madison, told a press briefing that three people had died at the Abundant Life Christian…
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The South African presidency of the G20 from this month until November 2025 offers a critical opportunity to move beyond symbolic African Union (AU) membership in the forum. I propose in the analyses that follow steps for South Africa (SA), Nigeria and others to take on implementing reforms that will amplify Africa’s voice, strengthen intra-African…
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The Police Command in Oyo State on Monday paraded 15 suspected cultists and armed robbers, recovering dangerous weapons and two cars. The state Commissioner of Police (CP), Ayodele Sonubi, paraded the suspects at the command’s headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan. Sonubi said other offences committed by the suspects ranged from unlawful possession of firearms and hard drugs.…
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The Management of the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH) said its internally generated revenue between January and October stood at N1.6 billion. The Chief Medical Director of the facility, Dr Oluwabunmi Fatungase, disclosed this while defending the institution’s 2025 budget proposal before the Ogun House of Assembly in Abeokuta on Monday. Fatungase said that…
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The Federal Government, on Monday, said it would adopt a centralised national database as party of the measure to enhance justice delivery in the country. Mrs Beatrice Jedy-Agba, the Solicitor General of the Federation and Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Justice, stated this in Abuja at the 2-day Strategic Session for ICT Representatives from Stakeholder…