8 h. ago 1.9m children targeted in Nasarawa as UNICEF, partners flag off Measles

From Abel Leonard, Lafia   No fewer than 1.9 million children are to be immunized against measles, rubella, and polio in Nasarawa State, as UNICEF, in collaboration with the government and partners, flagged off preparations for the Integrated Polio-Measles-Rubella (MR) Vaccination Campaign.   The one-day media dialogue held on Friday, October 3, 2025, at De […] The post 1.9m children targeted in Nasarawa as UNICEF, partners flag off Measles-Rubella, Polio Vaccination Campaign appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Nigeria’s transport crisis deepens despite massive investment

.As experts warn sector is on brink of collapse Sixty-five years after independence and decades of investment in infrastructure, Nigeria’s read more Nigeria’s transport crisis deepens despite massive investment

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11 h. ago Adeleke: Osun will reclaim unlawfully seized local government allocations

Tribune Online Adeleke: Osun will reclaim unlawfully seized local government allocations OSUN State governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on during the week spoke with journalists on Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, assessed his government’s performance and addressed concerns surrounding the lingering local government allocation crisis in the state. On Nigeria at 65 Governor Adeleke described Nigeria’s journey since independence as remarkable, despite several hurdles. According to him, “Nigeria […] Adeleke: Osun will reclaim unlawfully seized local government allocations Tribune Online

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23 h. ago “2014 Chibok Girls’ Abduction Still Haunts Me Till This Day” – Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described the 2014 Chibok girls abduction as a scar that will remain with him for life. Reflecting on the abduction of 276 schoolgirls from Chibok in Borno State, Jonathan said the tragic event left an indelible mark on his government and continues to haunt him. The former President made the […] The post “2014 Chibok Girls’ Abduction Still Haunts Me Till This Day” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago YABATECH council chair tasks stakeholders on sustainable tourism transformation

The Chairman, Governing Council, Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Prof. Funso Isolaowa, has urged stakeholders in Nigeria’s tourism sector to embrace innovative models and scholarly research that will drive sustainable transformation in the industry. He made this call in his address at the 2025 World Tourism Day celebration held at the Tourism Village, YABATECH Epe […] The post YABATECH council chair tasks stakeholders on sustainable tourism transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Christy Opara Unveils Plans To Empower Over 300 Girls Through Sports, Mentorship

Former Nigerian international and Olympic medallist Christy Opara has announced plans to empower between 200 and 300 girls through sports and mentorship in commemoration of the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child. The Nigerian-American track and field athlete revealed her initiative at a press conference held in Abuja yesterday. She stated that the programme, […]

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36 h. ago Nigeria’s education crisis: Between decline and pockets of innovation

“Knowledge is like a garden: if it is not cultivated, it cannot be harvested.” This African proverb underscores the truth read more Nigeria’s education crisis: Between decline and pockets of innovation

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36 h. ago Chukwu tasks leaders on economic reforms, inclusive governance

Head, Due Process and Public Procurement Bureau, Abia State, Dr. Oluebube Chukwu, has urged leaders across all levels of government to confront the nation’s pressing challenges with sincerity, patriotism and people-centred reforms. Speaking with journalists in Umuahia, Abia State, in commemoration of the 2025 Independence Day anniversary, Chukwu congratulated President Bola Tinubu and Nigerians, describing […] The post Chukwu tasks leaders on economic reforms, inclusive governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago World Contraceptive Day: Oyo govt, SFH urge mothers to make family planning a norm

Tribune Online World Contraceptive Day: Oyo govt, SFH urge mothers to make family planning a norm THE Oyo State government, in partnership with the Society for Family Health, the Planned Parenthood Federation, and other organizations, has urged women to make family planning a norm, emphasizing that contraception provides families with the freedom to plan, the power to choose, and options for all. During a speech at the 2025 World Contraception Day […] World Contraceptive Day: Oyo govt, SFH urge mothers to make family planning a norm Tribune Online

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55 h. ago Independence Day: Wives Of Soldiers Detained For Offences Relating To Fight Against Boko Haram, ISWAP, Beg Tinubu For Pardon

Wives of soldiers currently detained for offences related to the fight against Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Maiduguri, Borno State, have appealed to President Bola Tinubu and military authorities to show compassion and grant their husbands pardon in the spirit of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. Over 30 women, some […] The post Independence Day: Wives Of Soldiers Detained For Offences Relating To Fight Against Boko Haram, ISWAP, Beg Tinubu For Pardon appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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57 h. ago Wema Bank Set To Celebrate Nigeria’s Most Impactful Educators

Ahead of the International Teacher’s Day celebration on October 5, 2025, Wema Bank has announced the launch of the #WemaAt80TeachersDay Challenge, an initiative designed to reward and celebrate teachers whose impact has shaped generations of students. This year’s challenge invites students and graduates across Nigeria to post an 80-second video on any social media platform […]

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60 h. ago International Day of Older Persons 2025: Fostering older adults’ well

Tribune Online International Day of Older Persons 2025: Fostering older adults’ well-being ACCORDING to the World Health Organisation, the population of older adults is projected to almost double by 2050. It is also projected that by 2050, 80% of older persons will live in low- and middle-income countries. Nigeria currently has the highest number of older persons in Africa and the 19th globally, with the number likely […] International Day of Older Persons 2025: Fostering older adults’ well-being Tribune Online

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69 h. ago Independence Day: Nigeria Has Failed To Optimise Its Resources — Rewane

Rewane blamed Nigeria’s four-year political cycle for weak infrastructure growth, saying it undermines long-term planning and capital project execution. The post Independence Day: Nigeria Has Failed To Optimise Its Resources — Rewane appeared first on Channels Television.

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69 h. ago Independence Day: Military Brought Us Where We Are Today — Clement Nwankwo

Clement Nwankwo, a lawyer, says every president since former President Olusegun Obasanjo in 1999 has operated using the machinery that was left behind by the military to continue to operate Nigeria as a unitary system. The post Independence Day: Military Brought Us Where We Are Today — Clement Nwankwo appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Independence Day: Nigerians Should Use Technology To Hold Govt Accountable — Ndidi Nwuneli

The entrepreneur stressed that transparency must be a governance culture, urging young Nigerians to demand daily accountability using digital tools. The post Independence Day: Nigerians Should Use Technology To Hold Govt Accountable — Ndidi Nwuneli appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Independence Day: Nigeria Has Been Greatly Diminished Under APC’s Leadership — Obi

Peter Obi, who is a former Anambra State governor, says Nigerians must end a system where leaders feast while the masses starve. The post Independence Day: Nigeria Has Been Greatly Diminished Under APC’s Leadership — Obi appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Independence Day: 1966 Military Coup Was Nigeria’s Worst National Tragedy — Joe Abah

He stressed that Nigeria’s 1963 Republican Constitution offered a stronger structure for governance and economic development. The post Independence Day: 1966 Military Coup Was Nigeria’s Worst National Tragedy — Joe Abah appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Rabies: Kebbi govt vows to prirotize Veterinary doctors’ welfare, livestock sector

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Governor, Dr.Nasir Idris has vowed to put the welfare of Vetinenary Doctors as top of his administration priorities as well as livestock sector to improve the livelihood of the common citizens in the state. Idris,who stated this while addressing Vetinenary Doctors at the 2025 World Rabies Day […] The post Rabies: Kebbi govt vows to prirotize Veterinary doctors’ welfare, livestock sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago How NEV Electric Ltd Is Using Local Manufacturing to Solve Nigeria’s Mass Transit Crisis and Power a Clean Future

As Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, attention is shifting toward the next phase of freedom — one defined not read more How NEV Electric Ltd Is Using Local Manufacturing to Solve Nigeria’s Mass Transit Crisis and Power a Clean Future

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3 d. ago Full Text Of President Tinubu’s 2025 Independence Day Address

The President also assured Nigerians of better days ahead. The post Full Text Of President Tinubu’s 2025 Independence Day Address appeared first on Channels Television.

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