GIZ, NOGALSS Engage Owerri Communities in Mobilization Workshop to Drive Digital Education and Economic Development

The Imo State GIZ Project Team, in collaboration with the Nigerian National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult, and Non-Formal Education (NOGALSS), has concluded a two-day mobilization workshop in Umuoda Community, Owerri Municipal Local Government Area, aimed at sensitizing stakeholders on the transformative impact

Huawei Unveils Nigeria’s First Local Cloud to Revolutionize Digital Ecosystem

Huawei Technologies Nigeria has launched Nigeria’s first local cloud at the 2024 Huawei Cloud Summit Nigeria in Lagos, marking a major milestone in the nation’s digital transformation journey. Themed “Leap Now with Cloud,” the event showcased Huawei’s commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s digital ecosystem

Nigerian Dermatologist Dr. Folakemi Cole-Adeife Wins Global Young Dermatologist Achievement Award

Dr. Folakemi Cole-Adeife, a Consultant Dermatologist at Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, has been honored with the prestigious 2025 Young Dermatologist International Achievement (YDIA) Award by the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS). She is one of six recipients globally recognized for

HEDA Calls for Youth Action and Establishment of Global Anti-Corruption Court

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has emphasized the vital role of Nigerian youths in combating corruption while advocating for the creation of an International Anti-Corruption Court. This call was made during a conference held on Monday to mark the

AWAMN Urges Robust Government Policy to Unlock Green Potentials in Nigeria’s Waste Sector

The Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria (AWAMN) has called for comprehensive government policies to fully harness Nigeria’s green potentials in the waste management value chain. Speaking at the Lagos Waste Forum, AWAMN National President, Olugbenga Adebola, emphasized the need for collaboration among

FG, BOI Disburse N23bn to Boost Manufacturing and Drive Economic Growth

The Federal Government and the Bank of Industry (BOI) have disbursed N22.89 billion to 29 manufacturing companies under the N75 billion Manufacturing Sector Intervention Fund. BOI Managing Director, Olasupo Olusi, disclosed this during an interactive session with the Organised Private Sector in Abuja.

Nigerian Government Urges Citizens to Boost Economy by Patronizing Made-in-Nigeria Goods

The Federal Government has reiterated the importance of patronizing and promoting Made-in-Nigeria goods and services as a pathway to sustainable economic development. Speaking at the Regional and State Coordinators Conference on Made-in-Nigeria in Abuja, Mohammed Sanusi Danjuma, Permanent Secretary, Special Services Office, emphasized

Farotimi, Afe Babalola Supporters Clash in Court Over Adjourned Bail Ruling

Tensions flared on Tuesday at the Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, as supporters of human rights activist Dele Farotimi and legal luminary Aare Afe Babalola clashed following the adjournment of Farotimi’s bail ruling to December 20, 2024. Farotimi is facing defamation

FRSC Orders Investigation, Prosecution of Female Motorist for Assaulting Officer

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has initiated an investigation and prosecution process against a female motorist who was captured on video physically assaulting an officer performing his duty in Lagos. The incident occurred on November 7, 2024, along the Lekki-Epe Expressway within

Court Hears Defamation Case Between Afe Babalola and Dele Farotimi

The Chief Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti is hearing the defamation case filed by legal luminary Afe Babalola (SAN) against Lagos-based human rights lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi over alleged defamatory content in his 104-page book, Nigeria and its Criminal Justice. Babalola had petitioned