36 h. ago DOWNSTREAM REALITIES Stakeholders, Oil Marketers Seek Urgent Review Of PIA

Key petroleum marketers have embraced expert opinions calling for a review of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) to give a strong bite to market reforms that will engender efficiency and long-term investment opportunities in the downstream oil sector. Marketers also advocate a review of the PIA to examine necessary adjustments to ensure the Act aligns […]

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3 d. ago Reps seek increased funding for healthcare regulatory agencies

Tribune Online Reps seek increased funding for healthcare regulatory agencies The House of Representatives Committee on Healthcare Services has called on the federal government to increase funding for healthcare regulatory agencies in Nigeria. This appeal was made during an oversight visit to the Nurses and Midwifery Council of Nigeria(NMCN) to assess the state of healthcare services in Nigeria. The Chairman of the House Committee on […] Reps seek increased funding for healthcare regulatory agencies Tribune Online

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4 d. ago NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health

Tribune Online NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health The Nigerian Tobacco Control Alliance (NTCA) and the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) have called on the Federal Government to significantly increase the Tobacco Control Fund (TCF) beyond the N13 million allocated to it in the national budget for 2025, in the interest of public health. NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health Tribune Online

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5 d. ago World TB Day 2025: AHF Nigeria Mobilises To End Tuberculosis 

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) has joined partners globally in calling for more substantial political commitments, increased funding, and expanded access to Tuberculosis (TB) services. World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, is observed annually on March 24. AHF Nigeria as part of event marking World TB Day is set to hold event on Monday, March 24, across the […]

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5 d. ago Foundation seeks political commitment, funding increase to end tuberculosis

Tribune Online Foundation seeks political commitment, funding increase to end tuberculosis The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) has joined partners worldwide in calling for stronger political commitments, increased funding, and expanded access to tuberculosis (TB) services as the world observes World Tuberculosis Day. Foundation seeks political commitment, funding increase to end tuberculosis Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Adamawa govt commends family planning advocacy group, promises more support

Tribune Online Adamawa govt commends family planning advocacy group, promises more support She said the government of Adamawa State has been very proactive in healthcare, particularly in reducing maternal mortality. Adamawa govt commends family planning advocacy group, promises more support Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Stakeholders seek strengthening of democratic institutions at State, LG levels

Tribune Online Stakeholders seek strengthening of democratic institutions at State, LG levels Stakeholders have reiterated the urgent need to strengthen democratic institutions at the state and local government levels, emphasising the importance of inclusive governance and accountability.  Stakeholders seek strengthening of democratic institutions at State, LG levels Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Stakeholders Seek Increased Funding For Family Planning In Bauchi

Stakeholders in Bauchi State have raised the alarm over dwindling support for family planning initiatives, calling for urgent action to ensure their sustainability and accessibility. The appeal was made during a stakeholders’ engagement meeting organised by the Bauchi State Government in collaboration with The Challenge Initiative Nigeria (TCI). The chairman of Bauchi State Primary Healthcare […]

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9 d. ago Cappa commends Lagos on Adiyan II, urges increased funding of public water

Tribune Online Cappa commends Lagos on Adiyan II, urges increased funding of public water   Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Lagos State Government for making significant strides towards funding critical water infrastructure across the state, particularly the Adiyan II Water Treatment Plant.  In a statement made available to Nigerian Tribune, it said the steady progress on the project—12 years in the making—demonstrates that state-led and […] Cappa commends Lagos on Adiyan II, urges increased funding of public water Tribune Online

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1 week ago Sokoto govt increases family planning advocacy, calls for stronger community involvement

Tribune Online Sokoto govt increases family planning advocacy, calls for stronger community involvement The Sokoto State Primary Healthcare Development Agency has commended The Challenge Initiative (TCI) for its steadfast support in promoting family planning and reproductive health across the state. Speaking at a one-day roundtable discussion held on Monday at the Epidemiological Unit of the Specialist Hospital in Sokoto, the agency’s Executive Secretary, Dr. Larai Tambuwal—represented by Malam […] Sokoto govt increases family planning advocacy, calls for stronger community involvement Tribune Online

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1 week ago Anambra South: I Will Prioritise Infrastructure, Education, Healthcare – Amamgbo

A frontline Labour Party (LP) aspirant in the coming Anambra senatorial district by-election, Barrister Donald Amamgbo has said that if elected, he would prioritise increased funding for infrastructural development and maintenance and improved access to quality education and healthcare services in the senatorial zone. He also stated that he would regularly consult his constituents to […]

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1 week ago 2027: Southern Kaduna APC stakeholders seek massive votes for Tinubu

Tribune Online 2027: Southern Kaduna APC stakeholders seek massive votes for Tinubu Southern Kaduna All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders have called for massive votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027: Southern Kaduna APC stakeholders seek massive votes for Tinubu Tribune Online

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2 w. ago We didn’t nominate anyone to discuss burial plans, support — Clark’s family

Tribune Online We didn’t nominate anyone to discuss burial plans, support — Clark’s family The family of the late nonagenarian and prominent elder statesman, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, has disassociated itself from any unauthorised individuals or groups soliciting support or making burial arrangements on its behalf. We didn’t nominate anyone to discuss burial plans, support — Clark’s family Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Family planning uptake declines from 13,000 to 3,000 in Borno, others

Saleh Abba, a Borno State-based family physician, has decried the impact of the USAID funding cut on family planning, saying read more Family planning uptake declines from 13,000 to 3,000 in Borno, others

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3 w. ago IWD: Experts list challenges facing family planning accessibility

Tribune Online IWD: Experts list challenges facing family planning accessibility The FP experts listed other challenges to include misconceptions and myths discouraging contraceptive use, limited male involvement in FP decision-making and poor healthcare access, especially in rural and conflict-affected areas. IWD: Experts list challenges facing family planning accessibility Tribune Online

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3 w. ago ECOFEPA Calls For Increased Funding To Empower Women In Politics

The ECOWAS Female Parliamentarians Association (ECOFEPA) has emphasised the urgent need for increased funding to support the organisation’s mission of advancing women’s political participation in West Africa. The president of ECOFEPA, Hon. Veronica Kadie Sesay, who made the call at a meeting to review the ECOFEPA statute and adopt the 2025 work plan on Thursday […]

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4 w. ago Stakeholders seek SEZ regulators’ collaboration to boost exports

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s Special Economic Zones have called for stronger collaboration between Free Zones Regulatory Authorities and key government agencies to enhance operational efficiency and streamline regulatory processes. According to a statement, participants at the recently held 3rd SEZs Annual Meeting in Lagos, urged regulatory bodies, including the Federal Inland Revenue Service, National Agency for Read More

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last month Kano govt kicks on ‘constitutional breaches’ in Tinubu’s tax reform bills 

Tribune Online Kano govt kicks on ‘constitutional breaches’ in Tinubu’s tax reform bills  …opposes VAT increase, reduction in funding of TETfund, NASENI, NITDA as Sharia Council lists concerns in tax bills The Kano state government on Wednesday kicked against the constitutionality of certain provisions of the tax reform bills, specifically those granting the federal government extensive powers over state and local tax authorities.  The Permanent Secretary, Office of the […] Kano govt kicks on ‘constitutional breaches’ in Tinubu’s tax reform bills  Tribune Online

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