…researchers and the media.She also urged policymakers to create healthier food environments, strengthen nutrition education, expand access to preventive healthcare services and support programmes that encourage healthy living among young people.“Hypertension among young people is no longer an emerging concern. It is a…

…of the people for the administration’s development programmes. Also, Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Alhaji Abubakar Buba, said the inspection was organised to assess the quality and progress of the project. Buba said the visit reflected the stakeholders’ appreciation of the governor’s commitment to…

…said the company maintained strong commercial momentum despite a challenging operating environment. “We delivered a strong first-half performance, with sustained commercial momentum, improved profitability and robust cash generation,” he said, adding that demand for the company’s services remained resilient despite mac…

…behaviour and achievements are largely shaped by life experiences, upbringing and environment. The male housemates, on the other hand, defended nature, arguing that inherited traits play the greater role in shaping individuals. After evaluating the presentations, Big Brother declared the male housemates winners of the…

…in his lifestyle, family responsibilities and a desire to create a more productive environment. The singer said that unlike in the past when he moved with a large group of people, he now prefers a smaller circle, especially since getting married and becoming more focused on his family and career. Davido disclosed this…

…in recent weeks. Residents of the state have also acknowledged the improved security environment, commending the efforts of the DSS and other security agencies for restoring confidence and enabling communities to resume normal economic and social activities. They, however, urged the security agencies to sustain the ong…

…sales volumes, improved operational efficiency, and a more stable foreign exchange environment.The sharp increase in cement prices, from between N9,300 and N9,700 per bag in January to an average of N10,500 to N13,000, also played a significant role in boosting the companies' revenues and profitability.Dangote Cement g…

…larger investment inflows, she said developing countries must strengthen their business environments, upgrade physical and digital infrastructure, and maintain stable macroeconomic conditions. Okonjo-Iweala added that Africa has a unique opportunity to become a major contributor to the future global workforce and expan…

…of domestic investors. When local investors thrive, they send a powerful signal that the environment is conducive to investment.” The industrialist revealed that Dangote Industries recently raised an unsecured and unrated bond at rates below Nigeria’s sovereign benchmark, demonstrating growing investor confidence in cr…

Environmental experts, academics, traditional rulers and civil society stakeholders on Tuesday warned the Federal Government against indiscriminate exploration of solid minerals in the rush to meet global energy transition demands, cautioning that weak governance could trigger fresh insecurity, environmental degradatio…

…and dedication of the INTERPOL NCB Abuja team in the successful operation, charging the Environmental Crimes and Works of Art Team to intensify intelligence-led efforts against wildlife trafficking and other transnational organized crimes. "He reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force's commitment to strengthening internatio…

…of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency after a Lagos court ordered its removal over environmental concerns. An AFP correspondent who visited the site alongside NDLEA officials observed local artisans dismantling large cooking cauldrons, filtration equipment and chemical processing facilities allegedly used in the…

…of attracting private investment. “Our job as government is to create the enabling environment for investments to thrive,” he said. The Vice President emphasised collaboration as central to the commission’s effectiveness, urging it to work closely with state governments across the South-West, traditional institutions,…

…of climate change, which it said had contributed to extreme weather conditions and environmental degradation. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Ede Yakubu, disclosed this while speaking with journalists on Wednesday in Lafia, the state capital. Yakubu said the ban was introduced be…

…and vice-chairmen of the six area councils to activate sanitary inspectors for improved environmental sanitation. He described proper waste disposal and regular drainage maintenance as essential measures for reducing flood risks. Community leaders urged the agency to prioritise preventive measures and structural interv…

…last week that during testing, the models powering the agent broke out of their confined environment and connected to the internet to find ways to infiltrate Hugging Face. In the company’s update of the events leading to the hack, OpenAI said it found a handful of instances where the AI models came across login details…

…ensuring that businesses operate in a fair, transparent, and predictable regulatory environment,” he said. Earlier, the General Manager of LASCOPA, Afolabi Sholebo, maintained that the gathering signalled a shared conviction that the marketplace must be fair, transparent, and worthy of consumers’ trust. “Today is not m…

…that while mining has economic potential, it must be conducted in line with safety, environmental and legal standards. According to the union, it had received complaints from residents over alleged destruction of farmland, public infrastructure and concerns about the reported use of hazardous chemicals near water sourc…

…Jimoh Gabi, explained that the commission was established to address the developmental, environmental and socio-economic challenges confronting hydropower-producing communities. The managing director listed the commission’s areas of intervention to include housing, healthcare, education, agriculture, water supply, envi…

•Urges more predictable regulatory environment By Yinka Kolawole The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, LCCI, has warned that Nigeria risks losing its position as Africa’s leading technology hub unless the government accelerates policy reforms, expands digital infrastructure and creates a more predictable regulato…

…including officials of the Ogun State Safety Office, State Fire Service, Ministries of Environment, Physical Planning and Urban Development, Works and Infrastructure, the Nigeria Police Force and the Ifo Local Government Water and Environmental Sanitation Department, immediately mobilised to the scene. He noted that co…

…examined strategies to improve safety standards in the state’s rapidly expanding built environment. The forum, themed “Safe Building, Protected Workforce,” brought together facility managers, occupational safety experts and professional bodies to strengthen collaboration on building safety and regulatory compliance. Sp…

…a primary healthcare centre renovated. The administration further said it strengthened environmental sanitation by acquiring a heavy-duty refuse truck and 10 waste collection tricycles, alongside routine desilting of drainage channels to reduce flooding in parts of the council area. Other initiatives highlighted includ…

…would enable its members to continue their legitimate businesses in a safe and secure environment. MACBAN reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful coexistence, respect for the rule of law, and collaboration with governments, host communities and security agencies to promote peace, security and national unity. The post Two…

…illegal substances are brought to justice. Together, we can build a safer and healthier environment for current and future generations,” Ofoyeju added.