The Federal Government is calling for deeper collaboration with the European Union (EU) to enhance Nigeria’s Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) policies and coordination mechanisms. The appeal was made by the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Nnaji, during a courtesy visit by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS on Thursday. In a…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) is set to formally launch the Accountability and Corruption Prevention Programme for Local Governments (CPP-LG) to curb systemic corruption and enhance transparency at the grassroots level. This move comes in response to recent legal affirmations of local government autonomy, which are expected to strengthen financial…
Nigeria has officially welcomed its first direct container-RoRo (Roll-on, Roll-off) vessel from China, marking a milestone in international maritime trade. The MV Great Cotonou, owned by global shipping giant Grimaldi Group, made its debut at PTML Terminal, offering a faster and more efficient shipping solution for Nigerian importers. The service, launched on Monday, drastically reduces…
In a landmark development for Nigeria’s digital transformation, the country has been selected to host the 2025 International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance (ICEGOV). The announcement, made by the United Nations University Operating Unit on Policy-Driven Electronic Governance (UNU-EGOV), places Nigeria at the heart of global discussions on e-Governance, digital public infrastructure,…
The European Union (EU) Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS is partnering with the private sector to bolster Nigeria’s pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities. Speaking on Saturday at a meeting in Lagos, stakeholders gathered to discuss strategies aimed at enhancing the country’s ability to produce vaccines, medicines, and other essential health products. Head of Cooperation at the EU…
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has expressed fury, calling for a resolute action by Nigeria to assert its position on the global stage in light of recent diplomatic embarrassment caused by the denial of visas to the Chief of Defence Staff, General CG Musa, and other members of the Nigerian…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Federal Government of Nigeria has urged citizens to disregard the “outrageous allegations, misinformation, and defamatory statements” made by Tigran Gambaryan, an American personnel of Binance. According to a statement by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris on Friday, Gambaryan’s claims are “falsehoods” aimed at discrediting Nigerian…
As the world marks World Radio Day, Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on radio stations across the country to take a proactive role in raising awareness about climate change and its consequences. In a personally signed statement on Thursday, Idris highlighted the vital role of radio in educating Nigerians…
MTN Nigeria’s recent data price hike has sparked widespread backlash, with customers expressing frustration over the sharp increase in costs. The telecommunications giant confirmed the adjustments on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, attributing the move to service improvements. “A price increase has been implemented to enhance our services and serve you better, which is…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has warned against the misappropriation of funds allocated to the health sector in the 2025 budget. Referencing past incidents where animals were blamed for missing public funds, Abubakar emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in the government’s $1.07 billion budgetary appropriation for the…
