…of the State Government and ensure that the impact of government is felt in every community. Your legacies will be defined by the lives you touch, the problems you solve. “The best way to earn continued support is through good governance and visible development. Serve with humility, lead with integrity and work with pa…

…simulation brought together emergency responders, security agencies, health personnel, community representatives and other relevant stakeholders to test their readiness and coordination before, during and after disasters. Addressing participants at Odo Apo, Owu area of Abeokuta, Governor Dapo Abiodun stressed the need…

…which recognises the first son of a reigning monarch as the heir to the throne. The community said the practice had been maintained in Ekwuoma since the kingdom was founded nearly 400 years ago. Daniel’s enthronement therefore marked both the end of his father’s 18-year reign and the beginning of a new era under one of…

…civil society organisations, traditional and religious institutions, the private sector, community leaders and the media. She reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to working with UNESCO and other development partners to build a literate, sustainable and prosperous society. Ahmad said the government would continue to strengt…

…Abubakar has said the American University of Nigeria, Yola, was established to serve the community rather than as a profit-making venture for him or his family. Atiku stated this on Friday while responding to an X user who questioned what he had done to address the plight of Almajiri children in northern Nigeria. Defen…

…that the institution was already expected to have a wider economic impact on its host community, Southern Kaduna. Olukoyede also disclosed that another private university, which he described as “high value,” had recently been finally forfeited to the Federal Government, citing an unusually large house built for the ins…

…fish, periwinkles, crabs, and shrimps are back. This is vital for the local economy and community livelihoods,” he said. Lawal also disclosed that four local government areas in Ogoniland recently received Ramsar accreditation certificates, an international designation recognising wetland conservation efforts which he…

A nine-year-old married couple in Bara community, Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, has welcomed a set of triplets, with the father expressing concerns over how to cater to the growing family. The 27-year-old father, Sa’idu Aliyu, who spoke with Arewa PUNCH after the birth of the babies on Tuesday, said he w…

…and social interaction, introducing Guinness into Lagos’ rapidly growing padel community and creating a new destination for […] The post Guinness Nigeria, Magic Padel unveil new lifestyle lounge at Federal Palace Hotel appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Federal Government has dismissed reports alleging that Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) supported or endorsed the recent failed coup attempt in Niger Republic. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, described the claims circulating on social media…

…The project also seeks to strengthen healthcare workers’ capacity, referral systems, community engagement and linkages between primary healthcare facilities and communities, with technical support from partners including Jhpiego, the World Health Organisation and the Clinton Health Access Initiative.

…the same household have died after a residential building collapsed in the Goron Dutse community of Kano at about 2:00 am. The incident occurred behind the WRECA area of Goron Dutse, throwing residents and members of the victims’ family into grief. One of the victims was reportedly a 20-year-old woman who was said to b…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has dismissed claims that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) backed the recent failed coup attempt in Niger Republic, insisting that Nigeria remains opposed to military takeovers and other unconstitutional changes of government. The Minister of State for Foreign Aff…

The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested a man, Ajah Ikechukwu, of Ngwogwo Community, Ishiagu in Ivo Local Government Area of the state, for allegedly staging his own kidnap and extorting ransom from his family. The State Commissioner of Police, CP Hope Okafor, disclosed this on Thursday during a press briefing at…

…illegally siphoning petroleum products reportedly died after inhaling toxic fumes. While community sources put the death toll at 43, the Rivers State Police Command said it could not confirm the actual number of casualties, stressing that investigation into the incident was ongoing. The incident reportedly occurred aro…

…who wish to profit from the suffering of others. “We will continue to collaborate with community leaders, media organisations and law enforcement partners to ensure the safety and health of our citizens,” he stated. Also, in a concerted effort to tackle drug cultivation, Ofoyeju said enforcement officers identified and…

…were said to be missing following the incident, which occurred in the mainly coastal community. It was gathered that more than 100 persons from Okrika and neighbouring communities had stormed the jetty in locally made boats to load the product from the illegal tapping point. A source in the community told PUNCH Online…

…“The rescued victims and the vehicle were subsequently handed over to the relevant community authorities for further necessary action. “The successful rescue operation demonstrates the resolve by the troops of Operation Fansan Yamma to safeguard the lives and property of law-abiding citizens across the Joint Operations…

Zamfara State Community Protection Guards (Askarawan Zamfara) have paraded nine suspects in Gusau, including bandits, informants, logistics suppliers and a fake legal practitioner. The arrests followed intelligence-led operations across the state. The commandant of the CPG, retired AIG Shehu Dalijan, disclosed during t…

…in Benue, Plateau, Zamfara, Katsina and Kebbi during planting and harvest. Build community and national seed banks to preserve open-pollinated and indigenous varieties that farmers can save and replant. Give them an alternative to total commercial dependency. For farmers and associations: organise collective seed verif…

…justice within an Intelligence agency? The philosophy is that the Intelligence Community leverages humans as its greatest asset, not only technology. For Intelligence, you need the people. An Intelligence Service that is completely alienated from the people by its conduct might not get the credible information it needs…

…plans and budgets. While acknowledging progress in HIV testing, treatment linkage, community outreach, advocacy, and service integration, Adetunji urged corporate organisations, foundations, professional bodies, and other non-traditional partners to support HIV prevention, treatment, community mobilisation and health-s…

…from the Brigade and Army Headquarters Garrison advanced through ACO Estate and Gosa Community, making contact with the kidnappers.” It said the troops successfully rescued the victim around Angwan-Sabo Village, while another group continued pursuing the fleeing kidnappers. “At about 11:09 am on Wednesday, troops of 17…

…District Head of Kebbi, Mallam Lawal Labbo. The bandits reportedly initially gave the community five days to raise the money but later extended the deadline following appeals from residents. The telephone was subsequently handed over to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in the area. The gunmen allegedly instructed th…

…SP Josephine Adeh, said the suspects were apprehended after a concerned member of the community who witnessed the incident alerted the police. She said operatives responded swiftly, rescued the girl and arrested the two suspects. She said preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects had previously been arreste…