President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with the family, friends and colleagues of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, who died in London on Friday. He was 52 years old. The president condoled with the National Assembly, and the government and people of Anambra…
Ohanaeze President-General, Iwuanyanwu dies at 82
The death of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo has been confirmed. Aged 82, his death was confirmed by his son, Jide in a statement. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, governors of the 17 states in the Southwest, Southeast, Southsouth…
We’ll respond to planned protest professionally, says Inspector General of Police Egbetokun
The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Olukayode Egbetokun, has said the Nigeria Police would respond to some Nigerians’ planned protest on Aug. 1 “in a most professional manner.” Egbetokun said this on Tuesday in Abuja during a meeting with Strategic…
UN agencies urge immediate boost in HIV services to end AIDS by 2030
An immediate increase in HIV services is needed in the countries most affected by the pandemic to end AIDS by 2030, according to a new report by the Global Alliance for Ending AIDS in Children by 2030, released on Monday.…
The United States and Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) launch the 2024 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Lesotho, Eswatini and South Africa (AWE LESA)
It supports the U.S. National Strategy on Gender, Equity and Equality and reflects the United States’ commitment to advancing gender equity and economic prosperity in Southern Africa The U.S. Mission to South Africa and the Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship…
CEO Forum: Ex-GMDs Commend NNPCL’s Leadership and Strategic Progress
Former GMDs of NNPC have given the corporation a resounding vote of confidence and increased support as the corporation hosted a CEO forum today, July 20, 2024. The forum held discussions on NNPC’s strategic direction post Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) and its implications.
Diaspora Commission, Usaid, US Advisory Council to strengthen Diaspora Engagement between Nigeria and United States
The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Dr Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Management team and USAID Mission Director, Ms Jones and the U.S. President’s Advisory Council on Africa Engagement (PACADE) had a roundtable discussion to deepen and strengthen Diaspora Engagement between…
Labour Leaders Praise President Tinubu Over Approval of N70,000 Minimum Wage and Promise of Review After Three Years
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja increased the federal government’s offer on the national minimum wage from N62,000 to N70,000, with an assurance that it will be reviewed after three years, instead of five years. In a meeting with…
Labour, FG Agree on ₦70,000 as New National Minimum Wage
Organised Labour and Federal Government of Nigeria have agreed on ₦70,000 as the new National Minimum Wage. This agreement was reached during the latest meeting between President Bola Tinubu and the leadership of organized Labour, held at the Presidential Villa…
Leading German diplomat nominated for UN General Assembly president
Leading German diplomat Helga Schmid is set to become president of the UN General Assembly in New York from next year. Germany’s federal government nominated the 63-year-old for the role at the headquarters of the United Nations on Wednesday, the…
