grassroots advocacy
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Reflecting on a decade of progress, AmplifyChange, a multi-donor challenge fund is celebrating its impact on marginalised communities through localised advocacy and funding for sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) initiatives across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Because of AmplifyChange-funded support for local activists in key African countries, millions now have better access to…
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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has notified the general public of the sale of counterfeit combiart (Artemether Lumefantrine 20/120mg) Dispersible Tablet in Nigeria. The notification is in a public alert marked: No. 043/2024, issued on NAFDAC website, disclosing the date of manufacturing of the drug to be Feb. 2023…
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As we approach the end of the year, it becomes necessary to take stock of our lives. We must not continue into the new year as we have done currently, assuming that everything is okay with us, when deep down, we know that we are not spiritually okay. Many people face life in this manner,…
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Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowan says he pleaded with late Gen. Sani Abacha not to execute former President Olusegun Obasanjo for alleged coup plot in 1995. Gowon said this at the maiden edition of the Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carol and Praise Festival organised by the Plateau Government. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)reports…
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EUNISELL Interlinked Plc., an electrical and electronic solutions company, has released its financial results for the first quarter ending September 30, 2024, showing significant improvements in key metrics. The unaudited financial statement filed with the Nigeria Exchange Limited reports a revenue increase to N360 million, up from N43 million in the same period last year,…
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NOOR Takaful Insurance Ltd has distributed N116,303,000.00 as surplus to an eligible group of policy holders who did not make claims on their insurance during the 2022 financial year. The surplus distribution was presented during the second edition of the African Takaful and Non-Interest Finance conference held in Lagos, which was well attended by industry…
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Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that local council autonomy is essential for bringing government and economic development closer to the good people. The governor, represented by the Commissioner for Local Governments and Chieftaincy Affairs, Bolaji Robert, said this during the 2024 Association of Ex-Local Government Chairmen of Nigeria (ASELGON) yearly retreat/award in Lagos.…
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The Group Chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Founder, Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Tony Elumelu, has passionately called for a change of long-standing workplace stereotypes that continue to hinder women's professional growth and potential. He said this while delivering a compelling address during a meeting with the Association of Professional Women Bankers (APWB) at…
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Towards ensuring food security in the country, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced its plans to ramp up rice and cassava production in states under its mandate. The commission made the disclosure at an event on Friday, in Warrake, a food-producing community in Owan East Local Council of Edo State, to celebrate the…
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Ever since I tried the smoked chicken salad at Quays Lagos in early 2023, it has become my go-to recommendation. This salad features succulent smoked chicken, offering a rich, savoury depth that pairs beautifully with crisp mixed greens and farfalle pasta. The addition of cherry tomatoes and seasonal fruits like strawberries and blueberries introduces a…
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President Bola Tinubu has declared that the ongoing economic reforms in Nigeria would improve Africa’s economic prospects, insisting that there will be no looking back. The President, who spoke at the State Dinner organised by the French Government for President Tinubu at Palais des Elysée in Paris on Thursday night, lauded the relations with French…