2 h. ago NGF unveils $6.1m awards for states leading in primary healthcare

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) announces $6.1 million for its Primary Healthcare Awards to reward states with outstanding performance in healthcare del Read More: https://punchng.com/ngf-unveils-6-1m-awards-for-states-leading-in-primary-healthcare/

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12 h. ago Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri: The Trophy Cabinet Is Getting Full

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State stands as a distinguished figure on both the state and national landscapes, consistently making headlines for his outstanding leadership and transformative vision. His recent receipt of the Nigeria Excellence Award in Public Service – his third such national honour – further cements his reputation as a leader dedicated […]

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35 h. ago Venezuela’s opposition leader absent from Nobel ceremony, daughter accepts award

As Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado remains in hiding, her daughter accepts the Peace Prize, urging Venezuelans to fight for freedom against Maduro. Read More: https://punchng.com/venezuelas-opposition-leader-absent-from-nobel-ceremony-daughter-accepts-award/

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3 d. ago ‘One Battle After Another’ Leads Golden Globes Noms With Nine

The Globes, set for January 11, are widely seen as a bellwether for the Academy Awards. The post ‘One Battle After Another’ Leads Golden Globes Noms With Nine appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago PICTORIAL: Kwankwaso Hosts Governor Yusuf In Abuja After NEAPS Award

The National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on Sunday night received the Governor of Kano State, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, on a courtesy visit at his residence in Abuja, where the governor formally presented his recent national leadership award. According to a statement by Saifullahi Hassan, the media […]

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4 d. ago NGO Awards Scholarships, Empowerment Opportunities To UNILAG Students

A non-governmental organisation, Emmanuel’s Table — an initiative of the Prayer Network — has awarded scholarships and empowerment opportunities to students of the University of Lagos during its annual programme held yesterday. The event, which brought together students, volunteers, partners and members of the Prayer Network, featured teachings, prayers and the presentation of scholarships to […]

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6 d. ago Global, Local HR Titans Set To Headline HRCEA 2025 Confab In Lagos

HR Talent Hub has unveiled a lineup of global and local industry leaders for the 2025 HR Conference & Excellence Awards (HRCEA 2025), positioning this year’s edition as one of the most influential gatherings for HR and business leaders across Africa. On the list is Sim Shagaya, Founder of MIVA Open University, and Dr. Folasade […]

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6 d. ago Damissah, Sirajo, Others Honoured With PSR Nigerian Achievements Awards

As part of events marking the silver jubilee of prominent society media publication PSR, some eminent Nigerians across diverse professional backgrounds have been honoured with the Nigerian Achievements Awards 2025. The roll call included Hilary Damissah, a seasoned and versatile media and communication professional and Dr Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, President of the Nigerian Computer Society, […]

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7 d. ago Lagos dep gov, Senator Adebule lead dignitaries as LASUMA unveils 2025 General Assembly, scholarship awards

THE Lagos State University Muslim Alumni (LASUMA) is set to hold its 2025 General Assembly and Awards Ceremony on Sunday at the Eko Club Bamboo Elegushi Hall, Surulere. The event, commencing at 11 am, will bring together eminent LASU alumni, with former Lagos State deputy governor and serving Senator, Dr. Idiat Adebule, chairing the occasion, […]

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9 d. ago Africa’s next leap in health systems will come from lateral collaboration, not competition

Over the past decade, Africa has made remarkable progress in digital health, epidemic preparedness, primary healthcare reform, local manufacturing, and read more Africa’s next leap in health systems will come from lateral collaboration, not competition

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1 week ago NUJ FCT Chair, Grace Ike, Honoured With ‘Excellence In Media Leadership & Advocacy’ Award

It was a moment of pride and reflection on Saturday as the chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, was honoured with the “Excellence in Media Leadership and Advocacy Award” by the School of Communications and Media Studies, Learn To Live Business School UK (LLBSUK). The Award formed a […]

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1 week ago Sahara Group Foundation Awards $130,000 To 20 African EXTRApreneurs

The Sahara Group Foundation (SGF), the social impact arm of Sahara Group, a leading energy and infrastructure conglomerate, has awarded over USD 130,000 to 20 outstanding African EXTRApreneurs under its flagship Sahara Impact Fund (SIF) Cohort 4 and Making A Difference Around Africa (MADAA) initiatives. For nearly two decades, the Sahara Group Foundation has been […]

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1 week ago I Am Humbled By LEADERSHIP Award – MD, Development Bank of Nigeria, Tony Okpanachi

The managing director/chief executive officer of Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN), Tony Okpanachi, has said he is honoured by his nomination as Banker of the Year by LEADERSHIP Newspapers. Speaking when he received a delegation from LEADERSHIP Group Limited on Thursday in Abuja, he commended the recognition and dedicated it to his team at the […]

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2 w. ago Oyo flags off MNCH week, targets over 500,000 children with comprehensive health services

THE Oyo State Government has launched the second round of its Maternal and Newborn Child Week (MNCW) for 2025, unveiling a wide-ranging package of essential health services designed to protect children and strengthen primary healthcare delivery across the state. Speaking at the flag-off in Ibadan, Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Primary Health Care Board […]

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2 w. ago Tolu Olanipekun Emerges ‘Marketing Amazon’ At Nigerian Marketing Awards 2025

Tolulope Olanipekun, one of Nigeria’s most admired marketing leaders, has been named ‘Marketing Amazon’ at the Nigerian Marketing Awards (NMA) 2025, further cementing her reputation as a top industry influencer. The honour was announced on Saturday during the high-profile ceremony attended by major agency executives, brand custodians, and marketing professionals. Olanipekun, Head of Marketing at […]

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2 w. ago Subair Wins Award As Lagos Internal Revenue Service Emerges Top Agency

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has once again demonstrated excellence and sector leadership as it received major recognitions at the 2025 Peak Performer Awards, held in Lagos State Solidifying its position as an institution in public sector excellence and innovation, in a proud moment for the agency, the executive chairman, Ayodele Subair, was […]

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2 w. ago Court Orders Army To Vacate Disputed Land, Awards N3m To Claimant

A State High Court sitting in Jos, the Plateau State capital, has issued a perpetual injunction restraining the Nigerian Army and the General Officer Commanding 3 Armoured Division, Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos, to immediately vacate and dismantle all illegal structures erected on a disputed parcel of land at Adisindu village, Dutsen Kura in Bassa LGA […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria must strengthen primary healthcare to deliver real results for citizens — Pate

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2 w. ago Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers named Nigeria’s Best PFA at Global Banking & Finance Awards

Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers has been crowned Best Pension Fund Administrator (PFA) Nigeria 2025 at the prestigious Global Banking & Finance Awards, reinforcing its leadership in Nigeria’s pension industry and its commitment to safeguarding the financial futures of millions of contributors. Announced by the UK-based awards body, the recognition spotlights institutions driving innovation, operational excellence […]

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2 w. ago Zenith Bank Boosts Innovation With Tech Fair 5.0, Awards N140m To Hackathon Winners

A total cash prize of N140 million has been awarded to ten (10) African innovators to scale their transformative solutions after a keenly contested hackathon and pitch session at the Fifth Edition of the Zenith Tech Fair, themed “Future Forward 5.0: Tech for Success – Innovate, Adapt, Accelerate”, which held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, […]

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