The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), in a statement signed by its Media & Communications Officer, Robert Egbe, has called on the Federal Government to cancel the concession of King’s College, Lagos, to the King’s College Old Boys’…
The Lagos State Government has restated its commitment to supporting women-led businesses with access to finance, technology and other resources needed to grow, as the third edition of W.O.M.A.N. 2026 ended on Friday. The two-day programme, organised by Alitheia Capital…
The Lagos State Government has stressed the need for closer collaboration between the legal profession and policymakers to ensure that the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) translate into effective laws, policies and measurable results. The Permanent Secretary, Office of Sustainable Development…
The Federal Government has inaugurated the Steering Committee of the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office (NHTDAO) to improve the coordination and use of technology and health data across the country’s health system. The committee was inaugurated during its…
Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has been announced as the keynote speaker for the 2026 edition of PodFest Naija, scheduled for September 25 at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos. Hamzat is expected to speak to young creators, podcasters, and storytellers…
The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) used the Africa Food Systems Forum 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda, to strengthen its engagement with governments, research institutions and development partners on rice production and food security across Africa. The Centre’s Director General, Dr. Baboucarr…
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has raised concerns over the increasing harassment, intimidation and prosecution of journalists by security agencies. The guild said such actions could undermine press freedom and legitimate journalistic practice, particularly where cybercrime laws and other…
By Micael Omotosho | The Tap Initiative for Citizens’ Development has called for stronger democratic institutions, meaningful citizen participation and the protection of civic space in Nigeria. The organisation made the call in a statement to mark the International Day…
The Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) Programme has trained 100 agricultural extension experts from seven North-West states to improve farmers’ access to agricultural technologies and innovations. The five-day training, held from September 7 to 11, 2026, in Dutse, Jigawa…
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has launched a four-year project to strengthen citizens’ participation in governance and their ability to influence public decisions. The People Influence & Action (PIA) Project, supported by Christian Aid under its People in…
