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Livestock Ministry Targets Youth Empowerment Nationwide

Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has announced an ambitious plan to empower 1,000 youths per state through strategic initiatives aimed at unlocking the full potential of Nigeria’s livestock sector. This announcement was made by the Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Maiha, during the closing ceremony of the four-day Hack4Livestock…

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NAHCON Tasks Ulama with Hajj Awareness Drive

Abuja, Nigeria:The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has urged its Ulama team to intensify sensitization efforts to ensure Nigerian pilgrims are well-prepared for the core rites of Hajj. Speaking to journalists in Madina, Professor Abubakar Yagawal, NAHCON’s Commissioner for Planning, Research, Statistics, Information, and Library Services, emphasized the critical role of the Ulama in…

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JAMB to Conduct Mop-Up UTME for Absent Candidates

Abuja,Nigeria:The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced plans to organize a mop-up Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for candidates who were unable to participate in the 2025 exercise. JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed this during a stakeholder meeting in Abuja, held to review challenges encountered during the recent examination cycle. According to…

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IHVN Advocates Better Tracking of Vaccine Reactions

Abuja, Nigeria :The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has called on governments and healthcare institutions to prioritize the training of healthcare workers and invest in robust infrastructure to improve the monitoring of Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI). This move aims to promote safer vaccination practices and reinforce public trust in immunization programs across the…

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2Baba Celebrates Natasha as “Most Beautiful Lawmaker”

Lagos, Nigeria — Renowned Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has publicly expressed admiration and affection for Edo State legislator, Natasha Osawaru, following her recent recognition. The Afro-pop legend took to his Instagram Story to shower praises on the lawmaker, whom he fondly referred to as the “most beautiful lawmaker,” while congratulating…

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Zamfara govt equips healthcare centre in Gusau

Zamfara state, Nigeria:The Zamfara State Government has restated its commitment to strengthening the state’s healthcare system by providing accessible, high-quality services and reducing dependence on external medical referrals. Governor Dauda Lawal made this known during the commissioning of the fully renovated and remodeled General Hospital in Gusau, the state capital. The rehabilitation project, he said,…

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FRSC issues two-week ultimatum on vehicle registration

Osun state, Nigeria: The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Osun State has issued a two-week ultimatum to owners of unregistered or improperly registered vehicles and motorcycles to regularize their documentation or face enforcement action. This directive was announced by the Osun State Sector Commander, Mr. Leye Adegboyega, in a statement released by the Corps’…

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Erosion renders many homeless in Delta community

Delta state,Nigeria:   Severe coastal erosion has devastated Akugbene Community in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State, leaving many residents homeless and without means of livelihood. The erosion, which occurred several days ago, swept away homes, the community’s central jetty, fish ponds, and canoes, triggering fears of a potential recurrence. Community leaders and affected…

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Petrobras eyes Nigeria comeback as Brazil ties deepen

Brazil, Nigeria:Brazil’s state-owned oil company, Petrobras, is preparing to re-enter Nigeria’s energy sector with a focus on deepwater exploration, signaling renewed bilateral engagement ahead of the 2025 Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism (SDM). The development was disclosed during an interministerial review meeting chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The session…

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NESREA Seals 21 Abuja Firms Over Violations

Abuja, Nigeria: The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed 21 facilities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) over violations of national environmental regulations. The affected sites include several major construction and real estate projects that reportedly failed to conduct the mandatory Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), in breach of the National Environmental…

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Abuja barber attempts GWR for longest Haircut Marathon

Abuja, Nigeria: An Abuja-based barber, Joshua Aiyenuro, has announced plans to attempt a Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest haircut marathon, aiming to cut hair continuously for seven days. Mr. Aiyenuro, founder of the T-Jos Signature brand—renowned for serving high-profile clients including top Nigerian footballers—disclosed the ambitious initiative during a press briefing in Abuja….

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Jonathan, Diri, others pay tribute to late Edwin Clark

Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria – Political leaders, traditional rulers, and prominent voices from the Ijaw ethnic nationality gathered in Yenagoa over the weekend to pay tribute to the late elder statesman and nationalist, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark. At a solemn commendation service and lying-in-state ceremony held at the Ijaw House, dignitaries hailed the late Chief…

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Amotekun Operatives Attacked by Armed Hoodlums in Osun

Osun state, Nigeria: Operatives of the Osun State Security Network Agency, popularly known as Amotekun Corps, came under violent attack by suspected armed hoodlums at their command base in Awo, Egbedore Local Government Area. The incident, which took place last Friday, was confirmed in an official statement by the Corps’ spokesperson, Yusuf Idowu Abass. According…

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NSITF decries fraud, low enrollment in Social Insurance Scheme

Abuja, Nigeria: The Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Dr. Oluwaseun Faleye, has raised concerns over fraudulent activities and low participation in the country’s social insurance initiatives. Speaking at the West Africa Technical Workshop of the International Social Security Association (ISSA) held in Conakry, Guinea, Dr. Faleye emphasized that the prevalence…

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