The Federal Government has moved to safeguard Nigeria’s multibillion-naira livestock industry, reaffirming its commitment to eliminating preventable animal diseases as a critical step toward achieving national food security. The Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, disclosed this on…
In a landmark move toward reforming Nigeria’s approach to substance use, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have launched a high-level initiative to transition the national drug response from a punitive,…
The Lagos State Blood Transfusion Service (LSBTS) has reached a significant milestone in its mission to guarantee safe blood for all residents, announcing that 72 per cent of participating blood banks scored above the 80th percentile in the newly concluded…
The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has officially commended the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) for its proactive steps in issuing timely guidance to broadcasters ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 General Elections. The organization noted that the move is essential for promoting professionalism,…
The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) has officially opened applications for its story support initiative under the Collaborative Media Engagement for Development, Inclusivity, and Accountability (CMEDIA) project. The call is specifically targeted at sub-national and local journalists who…
“Even a corpse put in a coffin will defeat Tinubu in 2027.” ADC chieftain and northern politician, Buba Galadima, gave that promise at the ADC convention last Tuesday. He was wrong. The corpse, the coffin and the carpenter will be…
In a significant move to fortify the state’s digital frontiers, the Lagos State Government has officially unveiled its Comprehensive Cybersecurity Guidelines. This strategic framework is designed to provide a robust layer of protection for small businesses, large enterprises, and public…
In a landmark move to fortify Nigeria’s economic trajectory, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, authorizing an aggregate expenditure of ₦68.32 trillion. The signing ceremony, held at the State House, also saw the…
ActionAid Nigeria recently joined forces with the European Union (EU) and a consortium of international development partners for the Second Joint Steering Committee Meeting aimed at advancing sustainable and innovative social protection programmes across the federation. The high-level gathering served…
The Federal Ministry of Finance has officially addressed and refuted recent media reports alleging hidden spending and the diversion of federation revenue. In a strongly worded statement, the Ministry clarified that these claims stem from a fundamental misinterpretation of the Nigeria…
