Government’s Poverty Alleviation Programs: Bringing Hope to Nigerians 

Adetutu A. ARD 30 September 2024

Small Scale Business Owners The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched several poverty alleviation programs to support low-income families and reduce unemployment. These programs are part of a broader effort to improve the quality of life for Nigerians, especially in tough economic times. 

Ondo State Partners with NGO to Train 168 Healthcare Providers on Birth Control 

Adetutu A. ARD 28 September 2024

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State. The Ondo State Ministry of Health, in partnership with the international non-governmental organization, Jhpiego, has successfully trained 168 healthcare workers in the use of Hormonal Intrauterine Devices (H-IUDs) for birth control. This initiative is part of a broader project aimed at expanding access to long-term contraceptive

NAFDAC Boss Warns Against Fake and Counterfeit Drugs 

Adetutu A. ARD 27 September 2024

Nafdac DG, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has raised an alarm about the high level of fake, substandard, and counterfeit drugs circulating in Nigeria. Speaking at a sensitisation programme in Ibadan, Oyo State, she expressed deep concern over the […]

Temi Otedola Makes Her Runway Debut at L’Oréal Paris Fashion Week 

Adetutu A. ARD 27 September 2024

Temi Otedola On The Runway Nigerian actress and fashion enthusiast Temi Otedola recently made her runway debut at the L’Oréal Paris Fashion Week, marking a significant moment in her career. Known for her role in Nollywood and being the daughter of billionaire Femi Otedola, Temi is now gaining recognition in the global fashion industry.  A […]

UNICEF and Bauchi State Government Provide Safe Water to Iyaka Community 

Adetutu A. ARD 26 September 2024

Access To Water Directly In a significant move to improve access to clean water, UNICEF, in collaboration with the Bauchi State Government, has provided a hand pump borehole to the Iyaka community in Bauchi State. For years, the people of Iyaka have faced challenges in accessing safe drinking water, which has affected their daily lives […]

Improving Conditions for Healthcare Workers in Nigeria 

Adetutu A. ARD 26 September 2024

Doctors At Work The Vice Chancellor of Elizade University, Prof. Kayode Ijadunola, has urged both federal and state governments to create better working conditions for doctors and other health workers. His remarks came during the induction of 23 new professional nurses into the Nurses and Midwifery Council of Nigeria on Wednesday. He expressed concern about […]

BUA Foods Expands to Boost Nigeria’s Food Security 

Adetutu A. ARD 25 September 2024

Chairman BUA Group, Abdul-Samad Rabiu BUA Foods Plc has announced plans to expand its pasta production facility by partnering with FAVA, an Italian company known for making pasta equipment. This move aims to enhance food security in Nigeria.  Increasing Production Capacity Chairman of BUA Foods, Abdul Samad Rabiu, shared that the expansion is part of their […]

APM Terminals Expands Barge Capacity for Non-Oil Exports 

Adetutu A. ARD 23 September 2024

APM Terminals APM Terminals Apapa has increased its capacity to handle more non-oil exports by expanding its barge lanes. This development was announced during the company’s second Exporters Forum held in Lagos. The expansion aims to support exporters and improve the terminal’s export processes.  Feedback Leads to Improvements  Caroline Aubert-Adewuyi, Chief

Afe Babalola to FG: Allow Dangote Sell Petrol at Lower Rates 

Adetutu A. ARD 23 September 2024

Dangote Refinery Afe Babalola, founder of Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) in Ado-Ekiti, has called on the Federal Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to allow Dangote Refinery to sell fuel directly to Nigerians at a lower rate. Babalola criticized NNPCL’s monopoly, saying it prevents Nigerians from benefiting from potentially lower fuel

Globacom Celebrates Wole Soyinka @90 on CNN’s African Voices Playmakers 

Adetutu A. ARD 20 September 2024

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, will be the special guest on this weekend’s episode of African Voices Playmakers, a 30-minute magazine show sponsored by Globacom and broadcast on CNN International.  Soyinka Shares His Journey on African Voices Playmakers  In a statement released on Thursday, Globacom confirmed that the program will be hosted by renowned