Ernest Ikoli celebrated as crusader of truth, anti-discrimination icon
The Ernest Sisei Ikoli Foundation has hailed Chief Ernest Ikoli, Nigerian politician, nationalist, and pioneering journalist, as a crusader of truth and a symbol of the struggle against oppression and…
Preparations intensify for Lions Int’l Multiple District 404 Convention 2026 in Asaba
BENIN CITY: As preparations for the Multiple District 404 Convention 2026 of Lions International, themed “Asaba Amaka,” gain momentum, organisers have assured that all arrangements are on course. Speaking to…
Edo Varsity targets 800 residents in free multi-community medical outreach
IYAMOH (EDO) — No fewer than 800 residents across five communities in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State are set to benefit from a three-day free medical outreach…
Consumer products must be labelled in English – FCCPC warns manufacturers, others
Abuja: The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has urged manufacturers, distributors and importers to ensure that all consumer products in Nigeria are labelled in English language to inform consumers…
CMD raises concern over increasing HBP rate among adolescents, youths
Hypertension By Chimezie Anaso Awka, March 25, 2026.(NAN) The Chief Medical Director of Rock Foundation Hospital, Awka, Dr Chukwudi Njelita, has expressed concern over what he described as “the increasing…
ADC NEC approves congresses timetable ahead of convention
Abuja: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) National Executive Committee (NEC) has approved a detailed timetable for congresses nationwide, beginning with polling units and wards slated for April 7. ADC National…
Army moves to stem medical brain drain with training, welfare boost
LAGOS — The Nigerian Army has intensified efforts to curb the growing exodus of medical personnel by prioritising training, improved welfare and enhanced working conditions within its medical corps. Commander…
Crime ‘ll find no safe haven in FCT – New Police Commissioner
ABUJA — The newly deployed Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Ahmed Sanusi, has declared an uncompromising stance against criminality, vowing that crime will not thrive…
Group demands overhaul of INEC guidelines to reverse voter apathy
LAGOS — A civil society organisation, the Movement for Credible Elections, has called for an urgent overhaul of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) guidelines to tackle persistent voter apathy…
NDLEA links drug abuse to rising HIV cases, seeks unified response
ABUJA — The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has identified drug abuse as a significant driver of HIV transmission in Nigeria, calling for a coordinated and integrated response to…