EditorTinubu: Nigeria’s Reforms Will Benefit Africa, Commends Macron’s Commitment to the Continent
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the strong relationship between Nigeria and France, highlighting French President Emmanuel Macron’s enduring interest in Africa. Tinubu expressed optimism that Macron’s goodwill would further…
Tax Reform Bill Will Disadvantage Northern Region, Zulum Urges Tinubu to Withdraw
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to withdraw the proposed Tax Reform Bill, warning that it could disproportionately harm the northern region and…
Tinubu Vows to Return Out-of-School Children to Classrooms
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing education for Nigerian children during dialogue with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais des Élysée. President Tinubu outlined…
World AIDS Day 2024: A Call to Protect Human Rights, Overcome Barriers to HIV Elimination – WHO
By Fatima Saka The World Health Organization (WHO) has emphasized the protection of human rights as a cornerstone in achieving universal HIV care and breaking down barriers that hinder access…
NAHCON Paid out Sum of N5.3 Billion in Refunds for Poor Services Rendered During 2023 Hajj
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the disbursement of N5.3 billion in refunds to State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the Armed Forces, and…
Tax Reform Bills Pass Second Reading: States to Receive 55% of VAT Revenue
By Fatima Saka The Senate on Thursday advanced four key legislative proposals under the Tax Reform Bills, seeking to redistribute value-added tax (VAT) revenue, allocating 55% to state governments and…
SGBV: NHRC pledges commitment to train law enforcement officials
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reiterated commitment to address Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) through continuous sensitisation and training of law enforcement officials. Mrs Yemisi Akhile, the Deputy…
Civil Society Organization Congratulates NNPCL on Port Harcourt Refinery Operations
Press Statement The Centre for Social and Economic Rights (CSER) has commended Mallam Mele Kyari, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and his…
7.2% of Ogun’s 7 Million Population Are Diabetic — Expert
The acting Director of the Talabi Diabetes Centre in Isara Remo, Ogun State, Dr. Ayotunde Ale, has raised concerns about the growing prevalence of diabetes in the state. Speaking at…
2024 World Pneumonia/ Prematurity Day: 808,920 Deaths Linked to Pneumonia in Low, Middle Income Countries – FG Highlights
…Launches 400 CPAP Machines for 139 Health Facilities By Fatima Saka The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed that globally, childhood pneumonia causes over 100 million episodes and 808,920 related…