Winifred Ibeh Owerri, Nigeria — In a significant move to bridge healthcare gaps in Nigeria’s correctional system, the Ikukuoma Foundation, a nonprofit organization led by a philanthropist Hon. Edith Nwosu, conducted its first-ever free medical outreach for inmates at the Owerri Custodial Centre, Imo State. The initiative, held on 26th June 2025, provided critical medical […]
Winifried Ibe In a bid to enhance evidence-based communication and strengthen factual public reporting, JournoTech has conducted a capacity-building training for the staff of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Imo State. The session brought together representatives from all the local government areas in the state. Facilitated by Harriet Ijeomah, Nigeria Product Manager for NewsAssist […]
By Harriet Ijeomah Students across nursery, primary, and secondary schools within the Catholic Diocese of Okigwe, which spans six local government areas in Imo State and two in Abia State, gathered this June for the much-anticipated Annual Educational Week, a vibrant showcase of learning, talent, and community spirit. The week-long event, which began in the […]
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has applauded the Nigeria Police and other security agencies for the arrest of the suspected mastermind behind the recent massacre in Yeletawa, Benue State, which claimed several lives and destroyed properties. The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced on Tuesday that 53 suspects have so far been arrested in […]
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Bauchi State is rolling out a media awareness campaign to educate both sellers and users of agricultural chemicals on safe handling practices. State Coordinator Hamis Yahaya disclosed the initiative during an interview on Tuesday, highlighting the urgent need for public education as the […]
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to consumer protection and food safety, urging stakeholders in the food industry to prioritise safe practices across the value chain. This was the focus of the 2025 Food Safety Workshop held on Tuesday in Lagos, organised in partnership with DIDONI Company Limited. The event, themed “Food Safety […]
The European Union and UNICEF have pledged their commitment to support the safe return of displaced residents from Yelwata and other communities in Benue State, following recent deadly attacks by armed herders. Their assurances came during a visit to an emergency camp at the International Market in Makurdi, where victims of the June 13 attacks […]
In a bold step to elevate the voices of young Nigerians in shaping the country’s future, Citizen Commons Advocacy International has launched the first-ever Nigerian Youth Voice Survey. Unveiled at a media briefing in Abuja on June 20, 2025, the nationwide initiative aims to capture the lived realities, viewpoints, and aspirations of Nigerians aged 18 […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a directive mandating all grid-connected power generation companies (GenCos) to fully integrate their operations into the National Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Energy Management System (EMS) by December 31, 2025. The new regulatory order, titled “Order on the Mandatory Integration of Grid-Connected Generating Units into […]
The Oyo State Government has reiterated that the anti-open grazing law remains in full effect, warning that violators will face legal consequences. Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Olasunkanmi Olaleye, made this known during an inter-ministerial press briefing held Thursday in Ibadan. Olaleye disclosed that over the past two years, more than 58 cows had […]
