1 hour ago Free maternity drives Anambra deliveries to 102,643 in 18 months

The Anambra Government said it recorded 102,643 deliveries and 343 Cesarean Sections in 18 months since the introduction of its free antenatal care and delivery policy. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Afam Obidike, made this known in Awka on Friday. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that on Sept. 5, 2023, Gov. Chukwuma Soludo Read More

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2 h. ago Surrogacy pathway to modern development in Nigeria — Experts

Tribune Online Surrogacy pathway to modern development in Nigeria — Experts Surrogacy has been described as a pathway to modern development in Nigeria, as it serves as a beacon of hope for those struggling with infertility or seeking alternative family-building options. ALSO READ: Nigeria Surrogacy Regulatory Commission Bill (2024): Exploring family law, legislative gaps in surrogacy This was the discuss at the Hanniel’s Noble legal practitioners maiden […] Surrogacy pathway to modern development in Nigeria — Experts Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Sokoto police offers free medical care in national police day celebration

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto   The Sokoto State Police Command marked National Police Day with a free medical outreach program, providing essential healthcare services to residents across the state.     The outreach, held at the Sokoto Central Motor Park, offered medical consultations, blood pressure checks, diabetes screening, malaria testing, and distribution of   essential medications as […] The post Sokoto police offers free medical care in national police day celebration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Manufacturers regaining confidence as forex stabilises – MAN

Manufacturers are optimistic about the stability of the sector following a challenging period of unsold inventory and economic uncertainty, according to the Chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter, George Onafowokan. The PUNCH reported in 2024 that the MAN Ogun State chairman lamented the unsold inventory of members rising to N350bn due Read More

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15 h. ago Maikalangu hails AMAC press corps chairman over induction into NIPR

Tribune Online Maikalangu hails AMAC press corps chairman over induction into NIPR Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Hon. Christopher Zakka Maikalangu, has congratulated the Chairman of the AMAC Press Corps, Comrade Wisdom Acka, on his induction into the prestigious Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) family on Friday, 28th March 2025, at Nasarawa State University, Keffi. In a statement released on Thursday and signed […] Maikalangu hails AMAC press corps chairman over induction into NIPR Tribune Online

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19 h. ago NSE, APWEN urge stakeholders to prioritise girl’s education, STEM

Tribune Online NSE, APWEN urge stakeholders to prioritise girl’s education, STEM The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and the Association of Professional Women Engineers in Nigeria (APWEN), NNPC Limited Chapter, on Thursday called on stakeholders to prioritise the education of girls and advance the study of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) for more female students. NSE, APWEN urge stakeholders to prioritise girl’s education, STEM Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Lagos: Land Dispute Turns Deadly As Retired Officer Kills Three, Ends Own Life

A retired police officer, yet to be identified, is said to have died by suicide after killing three people, including two family members, in Yovoyan community, Badagry, Lagos State. According to PUNCH Metro, the incident, reportedly tied to a long-standing land dispute, took place in the early hours of Tuesday. The victims who died have […] The post Lagos: Land Dispute Turns Deadly As Retired Officer Kills Three, Ends Own Life appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo, has tasked government at all levels to place high premium on prompt payment of gratuities and pensions to retirees. Oyedepo posited that delayed payment of pensioners’ entitlements was injurious to society, adding that regular payment of pensioners’ […] The post Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain tells govts

Tribune Online Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain tells govts chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo, has tasked governments at all levels to place a high premium on the prompt payment of gratuities and pensions to retirees. Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain tells govts Tribune Online

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47 h. ago Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain urges govt

Tribune Online Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain urges govt He further emphasised that retirees should not be left to struggle, advocating for timely gratuities and training programmes to help them transition smoothly into post-service life. Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain urges govt Tribune Online

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52 h. ago NSC DG Mourns President Of Taekwondo Federation, Abdullahi Saidu

The director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC)  Hon. Bukola Olopade, has expressed shock over the sudden demise of the President of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation, Abdullahi Saidu. Olopade described the death of the Taekwondo boss as a big loss not only to the taekwondo family but the entire sports sector. “Alhaji Saidu was an […]

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52 h. ago Southern Kaduna Christian Elders Felicitate Muslims At Sallah

The Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders Association (SKCLA) has congratulated Muslim Ummah on the successful completion of the Ramadan and the celebration of Sallah. A statement by the chairman of the association, Apostle (Dr) Emmanuel Nuhu Kure said the sacred period of devotion, sacrifice, and prayer as exemplified during the Ramadan period is a time of […]

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54 h. ago Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide

By John Ogunsemore Majority of Nigerians do not grasp the scale of world’s wealthiest black man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s wealth because of his family’s modest way of life, presidential aide, Gimba Kakanda has said. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Research & Analytics stated this in an X post on Tuesday. On Tuesday, […] The post Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago Collaboration key to advancing pharmacy practice, says ACPN chair

The Chairman, Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria, Lagos State chapter, Tolu Ajayi, has said the future of pharmacy depends on embracing innovation, fostering collaboration, and prioritising sustainability. A statement on Tuesday by ACPN said at the 2025 Continuing Education Conference in Lagos, themed “Transforming Community Pharmacy Practice through Collaboration, Research and Innovation,” Ajayi revealed Read More

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60 h. ago Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle over improved security

The Northern Elders Political Development Group has praised President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, for their collaborative efforts in enhancing security in the North-West region of Nigeria. In a statement issued by its Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in Kaduna on Tuesday, Read More

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61 h. ago Telecom operators adopt edge computing to power AI revolution

By Chinenye Anuforo chinenyeanuforo@gmail.com The global surge in AI-driven data traffic is compelling telecommunications operators worldwide to prioritise edge computing and Nigeria is no exception. A new GSMA Intelligence report, “Distributed inference: AI adds a new dimension at the edge,” underscored the urgency of this shift, particularly for emerging markets like Nigeria. While the potential […] The post Telecom operators adopt edge computing to power AI revolution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Northern Elders Hail Matawalle, CDS For Reducing Terrorists Attacks In N’ West

Northern Elders Political Development group has commended Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle and Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa for their efforts in reducing terrorists attacks in North West region. The group’s Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in a statement on Tuesday, said that majority of communities in the region observed their Eid-el-Fitri […] The post Northern Elders Hail Matawalle, CDS For Reducing Terrorists Attacks In N’ West appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago HURIWA condemns Ododo, police’s interference in Natasha’s visit

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria on Tuesday condemned the actions of the Kogi State Police and the state governor, Usman Ododo, accusing them of politically motivated interference to prevent Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from going to her family house and receiving her constituents. HURIWA, in a statement signed by its National Coordinator Emmanuel Onwubiko, Read More

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66 h. ago Ijaw elders, leaders, give hints how to protect pipelines, laud PINL efforts

As search for protection strategies for oil pipelines continues in the face of fresh threats, Ijaw elders and leaders have read more Ijaw elders, leaders, give hints how to protect pipelines, laud PINL efforts

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69 h. ago ‘Iluyomade Started A Church After Pastor Adeboye Asked Him To Leave RCCG’ – Elder

Quincy Ayodele, an elder of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, City of David Parish, has dismissed allegations that the former pastor-in-charge, Idowu Iluyomade, went against the church’s authority before setting up his own ministry. Ayodele mentioned that she had anticipated Iluyomade’s reinstatement to his parish or another after completing the three-month suspension imposed by […] The post ‘Iluyomade Started A Church After Pastor Adeboye Asked Him To Leave RCCG’ – Elder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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