The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on traditional rulers in Adamawa State and across the North East to take an active role in the fight against the growing number of out-of-school children, especially girls. Speaking at a one-day stakeholders’ meeting on Tuesday in Yola, the Chief of UNICEF’s Bauchi Field Office, Dr. Nuzhat […]
A storm is brewing in Nigeria’s electricity sector as the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and the Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC) lock horns over a controversial tariff cut.The Enugu commission had, in a bold move, slashed the Band A electricity tariff from ₦209/kWh to ₦160/kWh, directing MainPower Electricity Distribution Company to implement the […]
On July 21st, 2025, Whisper for Humanity, a Not-for-Profit, met with the Imo State Secondary Education Management Board (SEMB) to propose a bold idea: reimagine education to be more creative, inclusive, and in tune with the times. At the heart of this proposal is their new project, Community Education for Loyal Indicators, a campaign designed […]
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling flooding through major upgrades to drainage infrastructure across the state. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, gave the assurance on Sunday during an assessment tour of ongoing drainage works tied to the Lagos Island regeneration project and other critical flood-prone areas. Wahab, […]
The 2025 edition of the Nigeria Manufacturing and Equipment (NME) and Nigerian Raw Materials (NIRAM) Expo will place a strong emphasis on promoting indigenous technology as a catalyst for sustainable local manufacturing, aligning with the Federal Government’s ‘Nigeria First’ policy. Jointly organised by the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) and the Raw Materials Research and […]
Harriet Ijeomah Owerri, Imo State – In a landmark effort to empower rural women as agents of peace and conflict resolution, Alliances for Africa (AfA) recently convened a community awareness campaign for over 130 women from seven villages in Owalla autonomous community, Owerri North Local Government Area of Imo State. The outreach, held as part […]
The Borno State Government has issued a strong warning to parents against the resale of Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) provided by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). Health Commissioner Baba Mallam Gana made the appeal during the reception of 2,254 cartons of RUTF in Maiduguri, emphasizing that the food is intended for the health and […]
Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Decries Federal Government’s Allowance Circular**: Doctors in Ekiti and Ondo have labeled a recent Federal Government circular regarding health worker allowances as “obnoxious” and in violation of prior agreements.Warning of Potential Nationwide Strike**: The NMA chapters have issued a 21-day ultimatum for the withdrawal of the controversial circular, threatening a nationwide […]
The Benue State Government has urgently appealed for support from civil society organizations and international donors to assist internally displaced persons (IDPs) residing in the NKST camp in Naka, Gwer West Local Government Area. This call comes in light of ongoing violence that has led to significant displacement within the region, particularly following several attacks […]
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has highlighted a pressing issue affecting one billion Africans who rely on open fires or hazardous cooking fuels, leading to significant health and environmental concerns. This situation results in greenhouse gas emissions comparable to those of the aviation industry, exacerbating global warming.The IEA report indicates that roughly two billion people […]
