20 h. ago UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems

Tribune Online UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems The University of Calabar (UNICAL) is preparing to host the 26th Annual International Conference of the African Council for Communication Education (ACCE) for its Nigeria chapter from 21 to 24 October 2025. UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Access Bank, Stakeholders Champion Women’s Economic Inclusion

Access Bank, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Zambia’s vice president, Mutale Nalumango, among other stakeholders, have reiterated the need for women to take ownership of their economic power and drive financial inclusion for sustainable prosperity. Speaking at the Access Bank International Women’s Day Conference held in Lagos, the stakeholders emphasised that gender inclusivity is […]

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3 d. ago EU border policies killing migrants, activist Andrea Stäritz

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At Sixth International Conference on Development and Communication in Africa, themed, “Japa: Communicating Migration, Diaspora and Africa’s Development,” Andrea Stäritz, a Berlin-based activist with borderline-europe, delivered a powerful critique of the European Union’s border policies, calling them the root cause of migrants’ deaths in the Sahara and Mediterranean. Speaking virtually, at […] The post EU border policies killing migrants, activist Andrea Stäritz appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Failure in sustaining family businesses limits Africa’s growth – Aig

The co-founder of Tengen Family Office, Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, has warned about Africa’s economic future, stating that the continent’s failure to sustain family businesses across generations is a critical barrier to development. Aig-Imoukhuede said this at the Lagos Business School International Family Business Conference 2025, themed ‘Preparing the Next Generation for Stewardship: Building a Lasting Read More

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7 d. ago Female Leaders, Entrepreneurs Converge, Chart Path To Africa’s Growth

Esteemed female leaders and entrepreneurs from across Africa and the globe will be converging in Lagos to chart way forward for Africa’s development at the Annual Global Female Leaders & Entrepreneurs’ Conference (FLECGLOBAL). Organized by Compass Global Business Service in commemoration of International Women’s Day, the conference will be exploring strategies for innovation, resilience, and […]

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7 d. ago Wike inspects key projects in FCT, vows May completion date for Tinubu’s second anniversary in office 

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike on Wednesday conducted a comprehensive inspection of critical infrastructure projects, reaffirming timelines for completion ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s second anniversary in May. The sites visited according to a statement issued by Director of Press, Anthony Ogunleye, included the International Conference Centre […] The post Wike inspects key projects in FCT, vows May completion date for Tinubu’s second anniversary in office  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago FCTA will not award ICC maintenance contract to indigenous company – Wike

Tribune Online FCTA will not award ICC maintenance contract to indigenous company – Wike Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, has vowed not to re-award the contract for the maintenance of the International Conference Centre to a local firm. Wike, who stated this on Thursday during the inspection of the ongoing rehabilitation of the facility, said the dilapidated condition his administration met at the Centre was a […] FCTA will not award ICC maintenance contract to indigenous company – Wike Tribune Online

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1 week ago Access Bank to honour Power of 100 awardees at IWD conference

By Chinwendu Obienyi     Access Bank, in its quest to foster gender equality and women’s empowerment, has announced that it will be honouring the distinguished Power of 100 awardees at its upcoming International Women’s Day (IWD) Conference. The event, scheduled to take place on March 28, 2025, will celebrate the achievements of exceptional women […] The post Access Bank to honour Power of 100 awardees at IWD conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu to declare open Nigeria’s maiden maiden int’l civil service confab in June

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a significant move in the country’s efforts to enhance public sector effectiveness through global collaboration, Nigeria is set to host the inaugural International Civil Service Conference from June 25 to 27, 2025, in Abuja.   According to a statement by Director, Information and Public Relations, Office of the Head […] The post Tinubu to declare open Nigeria’s maiden maiden int’l civil service confab in June appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu to declare open maiden international civil cervice conference in June

Tribune Online Tinubu to declare open maiden international civil cervice conference in June To commemorate the 2025 Nigerian Civil Service Week, Nigeria will host the inaugural International Civil Service Conference in Abuja. This significant event aims to enhance the capacity and effectiveness of the public sector through global dialogue and collaboration. President Bola Tinubu will officiate the opening of the conference, which is expected to attract participation from […] Tinubu to declare open maiden international civil cervice conference in June Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Yusuf converts Kano’s ancient worship ground to Islamic centre

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has announced the conversion of the historic Kofar Mata Eid Prayer Ground into an International Islamic Conference Centre, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to religious development and harmony. The announcement came during an Iftar gathering hosted by the governor at the Government House on Saturday, where he welcomed prominent Read More

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3 w. ago Lassa fever: FG tracks 357 suspected patients after UK returnee’s death

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has listed 357 persons for follow-up over the possibility of being infected with Lassa fever, The PUNCH reports. This is following the death of a 31-year-old physician who returned from the United Kingdom on February 27, 2025, and died of Lassa fever on March 1, 2025. The Read More

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3 w. ago Ondo begins contact tracing as Lassa fever kills UK returnee

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed the death of a 31-year-old physician who succumbed to Lassa fever after returning from the United Kingdom. The NCDC, which disclosed this in a public advisory dated March 9, said the Ondo State Ministry of Health had activated contact tracing to check the further spread Read More

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3 w. ago Lassa Fever Death Toll Climbs To 53, 191 Suspected Patients Identified

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed a Lassa fever death in a 31-year-old physician who recently returned from the UK. As of March 2, 2025, the NCDC reported 535 confirmed cases out of 2,728 suspected cases, with 98 deaths across 14 states. The agency continues to monitor the situation, providing […] The post Lassa Fever Death Toll Climbs To 53, 191 Suspected Patients Identified appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NCDC confirms UK returnee’s Lassa fever death, toll reaches 98

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed the death of a 31-year-old physician who succumbed to Lassa fever after returning from the United Kingdom. The agency also reported that the cumulative number of Lassa fever cases has risen to 535 out of 2,728 suspected cases, with 98 deaths recorded across 14 states Read More

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3 w. ago Traoré, Other African Leaders For Honour At Palesh Nigeria 2025

The United Nations International Peace and Governance Council (UNIPGC AFRICA) is set to confer an award honour to H. E Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso, as Grand Commander of Peace (GCOP). In recognition of Leadership Excellence and exceptional performance in nation-building and transformational development of Burkina Faso. It is with great honour and respect […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s Amb. Metchie Leads Delegation To UN’s 8th Global Platform For Disaster Risk Reduction

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has announced that Ambassador John Metchie has been appointed as the head of delegation to the United Nations’ 8th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, scheduled to take place from June 2 to 6 at the UN International Conference Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. As the Deputy Commander […]

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3 w. ago WAHO to host 2nd international conference on Lassa fever in Cote d’Ivoire

Tribune Online WAHO to host 2nd international conference on Lassa fever in Cote d’Ivoire Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), through its specialized health institution, the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), will host the 2nd ECOWAS Lassa Fever International Conference (LIC) from September 22–26, 2025, in Côte d’Ivoire. WAHO to host 2nd international conference on Lassa fever in Cote d’Ivoire Tribune Online

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3 w. ago GITFiC, AfCFTA to launch tertiary curriculum on African trade

The Ghana International Trade and Finance Conference (GITFiC) has announced its plan to launch a tertiary curriculum in collaboration with read more GITFiC, AfCFTA to launch tertiary curriculum on African trade

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4 w. ago Lassa Fever: Nigeria Records 506 Cases, 95 Deaths In 8 Weeks

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has recorded 506 confirmed cases of Lassa fever and 95 deaths in the first eight weeks of 2025. According to its epidemiological report for week eight, the number of new confirmed cases alone rose to 54 from 38 the previous week. These new cases were reported […]

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