Written by By Sola Ogundipe Partners at a one-day policy dialogue held in Lagos have called for stronger collaboration among civil society organisations through a unified coalition platform coordinated by the Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI), towards ensuring that advocacy for gender, PHC, and family planning speaks with a common voice. At the forum organised … Continue reading “CCSI-led forum seeks transparency, accountability in Lagos health sector”
By Chioma Obinna Nigeria LNG Limited,NLNG, has announced the introduction of The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, a new category under its flagship Nigeria Prizes, aimed at inspiring young Nigerians to tell stories that redefine the nation’s image through creative filmmaking.The Prize, which targets emerging Nigerian filmmakers aged 18 to 35, will reward outstanding documentary … Continue reading “NLNG unveils $20,000 Nigeria Prize for creative arts to inspire young filmmakers”
… Says myths, silence, weak enforcement fuelling practice By Chioma Obinna Despite federal and state laws prohibiting female genital mutilation, FGM remains alarmingly widespread in Nigeria. Findings show that the practice persists in many communities—fueled by myths, entrenched social norms, and weak law enforcement. Recent data from UNICEF and UNFPA reveal that an estimated 19.9 … Continue reading “If we can speak to our conscience, Nigeria can end FGM, — Aderonke Olutayo, UNICEF Consultant”
By Chioma Obinna In commemoration of International Stress Awareness Day themed “Promoting Mental Wellbeing and Effective Stress Management in Workplaces and Communities,” Nigerian-born UK-based wellbeing accelerator Oluwaseun Dosunmu hosted a Sip and Paint event in Bradford, West Yorkshire, aimed at promoting mental health awareness among artists and creatives.Organised in partnership with UnseenArt by Ladi and … Continue reading “Art event tackles mental health, stress among creatives in Bradford”
…As Education Minister meets Tinubu for more concessions …Says no 4-week ultimatum from tertiary institution unions By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA —THE Federal Government said, yesterday, said it has literally met demands of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, claiming the last strike embarked upon by the union was unjustified. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf … Continue reading “Strike: We’ve literally met ASUU’s demands — FG”
By Biyi Fadiji Nigeria’s economy has moved beyond survival mode into a phase of structural transformation and accelerated growth. Backed by decisive monetary and fiscal reforms, the nation is witnessing renewed global confidence, stable markets, and a clear shift toward long-term sustainability. This new wave of momentum isn’t just about recovery but reinvention. This positive … Continue reading “Nigeria’s Economic Reforms: How clear monetary policy direction creates window for strategic investments”
By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Jeffrey Osadebame Elimihe is a banker, technologist and a lecturer. He is the current Chief Information Officer at Zenith Bank, Sierra Leone. He has led large-scale core infrastructure programs, retail digital expansion, and national payments integrations across West Africa. In this interview, Elimihe discusses secure payments, AI in banking, talent … Continue reading “In next five years, banks treating tech as cost center ‘ll fall behind — Jeffery Elimihe, CIO Zenith bank, Sierra Leone”
The internal crisis within Nigeria’s main opposition, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), intensified on Monday as a faction led by suspended National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu unlawfully took over the party’s national secretariat and formally petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognize a new acting leadership. In a letter addressed to INEC Chairman […]
Political parties and their candidates participating in the November 8, 2025, Anambra State governorship election on Monday signed a peace accord, pledging to uphold non-violence and respect the outcome of the poll. The peace pact, organised by the Kukah Centre under the auspices of the National Peace Committee, chaired by former Head of State, Gen. […]
President Bola Tinubu is set to conclude the appointment of ambassadors to Nigeria’s foreign missions worldwide after months of diplomatic gaps and growing pressure over the country’s absence of envoys abroad. Multiple Presidency officials familiar with the development confirmed that the President had ordered a “final cleanup” of the list of nominees ahead of its […]