*** Says ‘Grand Challenges Nigeria’ an avenue to promote groundbreaking research, local expertise Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched ‘Grand Challenges Nigeria’ (GCNg), a national innovation programme aimed at revolutionising Nigeria’s healthcare landscape through locally-developed solutions. The initiative, which is part of the global Grand Challenges network, will focus on maternal and child health challenges…
The Deputy Spokesman for the House of Representatives, Mr. Philip Agbese, has revealed that certain state governors are allegedly threatening to block federal lawmakers from securing re-election tickets for the 2027 general elections if they fail to withdraw their support for President Bola Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills currently under consideration in the National Assembly. Agbese…
Nigeria’s downstream oil sector deregulation has sparked a gradual decline in petrol prices, presenting new opportunities for businesses and consumers. According to the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and major oil marketers, this shift could drive increased market competition, optimize supply chains, and reduce costs for end-users. This development comes as the Nigerian…
FirstBank has empowered 10 promising startups with N29.5 million in funding at its just concluded Fintech Summit 6.0. Themed Banking on Partnerships, the event highlights the bank’s role in shaping Nigeria’s fintech landscape and championing entrepreneurial innovation. The two-day event, held on November 13 and 14, 2024, at the Lagos Continental Hotel, showcased transformative ideas…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the successful elimination of multiple bandits through precision airstrikes carried out on November 15, 2024, in Babban Kauye village, located in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. In a statement on Sunday, Olusola Akinboyewa, NAF’s Director on Public Relations and Information, said the strikes were initiated after…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced the accreditation process for Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday by Fabian Benjamin, JAMB’s spokesperson. Benjamin said CBT centres that successfully participated in the 2024 UTME without issues should express their interest…
President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Sunday for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to participate in the 19th G20 Leaders’ Summit. The Summit which is going to last for two days will be held from Monday, November 18 to Tuesday, November 19, 2024. “The Nigerian leader’s participation is at the instance of the…
The Ondo State Governor, Mr Lucky Ayedatiwa, has been declared the winner of the just concluded Saturday’s governorship election in the state. He was returned elected by the Independent National Electoral Commission after winning the governorship poll in all 18 Local Government Areas of the state. Ayedatiwa, who won in Ese Odo Local Government Area…
As part of the ongoing efforts towards enhancing food security in the country, the Federal Government has outlined several initiatives and priorities that would aid farming, farmers and herders in Nigeria. These initiatives include the delivery of agricultural inputs to farmers, the repositioning of agricultural institutions, and deepening engagement among farmers, herders, and communities. The…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu paid a poignant tribute on Friday morning as the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, was laid to rest at the National Cemetery in Abuja. The president conferred a posthumous honor on the fallen general, marking a day of solemnity and heavy hearts for the nation. The…
