Anambra to serve as pilot state for National HIV Prevention Plan The Anambra State Government has been selected as a potential pilot state for the implementation of the National HIV/AIDS Prevention Plan (2026–2030). The development follows…
UNICEF urges multi-sectoral action as Enugu, Benue intensify fight against Malnutrition
UNICEF urges multi-sectoral action as Enugu, Benue intensify fight against Malnutrition Chief of UNICEF Field Office in Enugu, Mrs Juliet Chiluwe, has commended the governments of Enugu and Benue states for their commitment to improving the…
Tomato Prices Triple in Nigeria as Supply Drops, Transport Costs Hit N2 Million Per Trailer
Tomato prices have surged sharply across Nigeria following worsening supply shortages in key northern producing states and rising transportation costs, according to the Tomatoes Growers and Processors Association of Nigeria (TOPAN). The association said the ongoing scarcity has triggered one…
Senate Confirms Joseph Tegbe as Power Minister Amid Nigeria’s 4,500MW Electricity Supply Crisis
Nigeria’s Senate has confirmed Mr. Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power following his successful screening at plenary, as lawmakers intensified calls for urgent reforms to address the country’s persistent electricity crisis and weak power infrastructure. The confirmation came after extensive…
SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria Launches Phase II of Eco Champions Project to Drive Youth-Led Gender-Responsive Climate Action
SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria has unveiled the second phase of its Eco Champions Project aimed at empowering young people to lead gender-responsive and inclusive climate action initiatives across Nigeria, as the organisation deepens efforts to strengthen grassroots environmental sustainability and…
Dangote Refinery Holds PMS Price at N1,275 Amid Global Oil Surge
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has revealed that the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains same, stating that its ex‑depot price remains N1,275/litre. The Refinery by sustaining its current prices is reaffirming its commitment to supporting stability…
Unlocking Nigeria’s Blue Economy Potential for Growth
Stakeholders recently converged in Abuja to explore pathways for harnessing Nigeria’s emerging marine and blue economy, a sector widely regarded as a critical frontier for sustainable growth and economic diversification. The gathering, tagged the Blue Economy Investment Summit, was organised…
Expert advocates unified directive on federal payment system integration
Expert advocates unified directive on federal payment system integration A fintech expert, Mr Sola Fanawopo, has called for policy integration to address emerging concerns within Nigeria’s federal payment architecture. Fanawopo made the call in a statement in Lagos.…
FRSC sensitises road users, conducts free drunk-driving tests in Anambra
FRSC sensitises road users, conducts free drunk-driving tests in Anambra The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra on Wednesday sensitised motorists and pedestrians on safe road usage, while conducting free drunk-driving tests at motor parks in Awka. The…
NLNG Receives 98 Entries for Maiden Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts as Youth Documentary Filmmakers Spotlight National Identity
Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has received 98 entries for the maiden edition of The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, marking a major milestone in the company’s push to strengthen creative storytelling and youth participation in Nigeria’s cultural and documentary filmmaking…