…measures to eradicate quackery and reduce political interference in building control. Foundation problem Civil engineer and Managing Director of Omelis Empire Limited, Okey Emelibe, said structural problems could begin from the foundation. “When it comes to building collapse, the major cause has always been wrong found…
…on the daily lives of Nigerians. Akpabio said inclusion, trust and opportunity are the foundations of a democracy. He said, “If progress is not seen in our people, our work is not finished. Trust is the invisible currency of democracy. We cannot command it, demand it or legislate it into existence. We earn it through f…
The Foundation for Digital Justice has sued TikTok Inc. at the Federal High Court in Abuja, alleging that the social media platform is responsible for the widely reported restricted access that millions of users in Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi and Sokoto states continue to experience. The organisation, in the suit filed at Fede…
…administration’s investment in education was aimed at repositioning the sector as the foundation for the state’s development, stressing that the ongoing development of smart schools across the 17 local government areas was designed to prepare pupils for the future without undermining conventional education. He reaffirm…
…The suspect was arrested on Friday following a petition by the Stand for Humanity Foundation, a human rights organisation, after the child was brought to the organisation in a severely injured condition. The victim and her two younger siblings were rescued from the streets by concerned Nigerians and taken to the organi…
…of the education sector and the advancement of teachers, building on the solid foundation laid by Governor Seyi Makinde if elected in the 2027 governorship election. Adekanmbi, in a statement issued by the state APM governorship Director of Communication/Spokesperson, Yinka Oladoyinbo, in Ibadan, the state capital, pra…
…over 84 groups from eight countries. The QatarDebate Centre, founded by the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development in 2008, is Qatar’s national debating organisation.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Team Nigeria, presented by Presidential School Debate Nigeria and fully re…
…Centre for Teachers (M-TC) of the USA and the Intellectual Giants in Africa Foundation (INGAF). It brought together teachers, school owners, education administrators, policymakers, development partners, and innovation advocates under the theme "Championing Innovation in Africa: Honouring Teachers Who Shape the Future."…
…journeyTony Elumelu, chairman of Heirs Holdings and founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, wrote Eniolorunda’s tribute for TIME.Elumelu, himself a 2020 TIME100 honouree, described the entrepreneur as someone who “grew up without a silver spoon but still had the audacity to dream”.He said Eniolorunda’s success would de…
…Akinnola stated this shortly after he participated in the Health of Mother Health Foundation, HOMEF,’s Book Day which involved book reading and sharing of knowledge for the protection of the environment and protection of human rights. He said many Nigerians have lost confidence in the current judiciary because of those…
…healthcare delivery to personnel and host communities. The commissioner also laid the foundation for the expansion and upgrade of the Omu-Aran Police Hospital into a multispecialist facility during separate ceremonies in the two communities on Friday. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, discl…
…movements and the security of participants in the NYSC scheme. A 2023 report by the Foundation for Investigative Journalism revealed that at least 80 corps members were abducted between 2013 and 2023, with Rivers State accounting for half of the cases. Findings by Saturday PUNCH also showed that more than 20 corps memb…
…The governor, who urged labour to look beyond confrontation, said, “The real foundation for the economy has been laid.” He cited efforts to improve infrastructure, create investment opportunities, build human capacity and empower citizens, and said the state must move away from a “hand-to-mouth economy” towards one dri…
The Aliko Dangote Foundation launched a Student Share Grant Initiative tied to the ongoing Dangote Refinery IPONigerian students aged 18 and above must subscribe to at least 10 shares through a dedicated portal to qualify for the grantThe Dangote Refinery IPO is priced at N525 per share, with subscriptions open until O…
…to the police by the accused and the victim. A statement from the Stand For Humanity Foundation, the organisation that petitioned the police over the incident, was also tendered before the court. After Okon was convicted, the court invited her to make a plea in mitigation before sentencing. Okon pleaded for mercy, whil…
…early. Trading can be a legitimate way to grow and diversify your money, but only if the foundation is solid. Choose the platform carefully, and everything that comes after becomes a lot less stressful. The post Finding the Best Trading Platform in Nigeria: A Street-Smart Guide appeared first on Vanguard News.
…of the Hajj sector, describing the cordial ties between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia as the foundation for the expanded quota."The Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf, expressed the Commission's profound appreciation to the Federal Government of Nigeria, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,…
…intervention by the Kukah Centre had already impacted the outfit. “This year, the Kukah Foundation trained about 300 of our operatives across local governments, ward by ward. It was a great change because that training really opened their eyes to certain things they were not aware of,” she said. She noted that the outf…
…of their outputs. He said the four initiatives would strengthen the institutional foundations of the public service and contribute to improved governance and service delivery. Speaking on behalf of the Society of Corporate Governance, Malam Muhammed Ahmed said the initiative indicated the federal government’s intention…
…actions during the ongoing recapitalisation exercise as unlawful or lacking legal foundation was erroneous," the group said, attributing the error to a misunderstanding of the applicable legal and regulatory framework.The group offered an unreserved apology to Omosehin, NAICOM's management and staff, insurance operator…
…support for his doctoral studies. He said it is also recognition of the scientific foundation he received in Nigeria. “Receiving this award is particularly meaningful to me because much of the foundation for my career was built in Nigeria,” Onochie said. “To be recognised in a highly competitive process alongside other…
…Dapo Abiodun said the renewed engagement on OGLNG could provide an important energy foundation for the industrial development expected around the port and special economic zone. “Last Wednesday, we signed an MoU on the Deep Sea Port, and today we have the NNPC team here discussing the activation of the LNG plant,” Abio…
…to pursue reforms intended to strengthen the economy, expand opportunities and lay foundations for a more resilient and prosperous nation. She said Nigerians should continue to hope for the successful translation of those efforts into greater relief, opportunity and improved quality of life. “Our hope is not blind. It…
…that its economic reforms were necessary to correct structural weaknesses and create the foundation for sustained growth. In his May 2026 third-anniversary address, Tinubu acknowledged that the reforms had placed “enormous pressure” on families, workers and businesses, while maintaining that the economy had stabilised.…
…and promote widespread economic opportunities. “The emergency treatment is over. The foundation has been repaired. The central economic task before us has changed,” he said. “For three years, our overriding purpose was to correct our nation’s course. Now, our purpose is simple: shared and widespread prosperity.” Tinubu…