…identified inadequate teacher training, limited access to assessment and stigma as major challenges facing neurodivergent children and their families. “Autistic children are misunderstood because they communicate or interact or experience the world differently. Parents carry the burden of blame, teachers also are confu…

…of its Certificates of National Service.He said, "We must remain vigilant against challenges such as certificate forgery and racketeering, discrepancies in records, delays in certificate issuance, and the growing demand for faster, more transparent and accessible services."The Director-General, represented by the Direc…

…Obi maintained that his political campaign focused on addressing Nigeria’s pressing challenges, including poverty, insecurity, corruption and economic hardship. He also highlighted the need to expand opportunities for young people and build a country where citizens could live with dignity and hope. He challenged politi…

…exchange market, while admitting that food prices and the cost of living remained major challenges. “Macroeconomic stability means little to a mother who still cannot afford food. And to be candid, food inflation remains too high,” he said. The minister said the government recognised that falling headline inflation did…

…was not intended to absolve Nigerian leaders of responsibility for domestic economic challenges. Rather, he said, the structure of international trade should be examined to determine whether it delivered equitable benefits to countries producing valuable agricultural commodities and natural resources. Imasuen maintaine…

…new products developed and processes introduced to address Nigeria’s development challenges. The approach, he said, was intended to make university rankings more responsive to national needs by assessing not only academic output but also the practical contributions of institutions to society. The planned shift comes am…

Dangote Cement drivers discussed road safety, workplace welfare and operational challenges at a safety retreat organised by the company in Ogun State. The discussions took place during the 2026 Drivers’ Safety Retreat for personnel at the company’s Ibese plant. Participants considered issues affecting their work, inclu…

…in line with prevailing epidemiological evidence and public health guidance. Atiku challenges Tinubu to account for N10bn Reacting to the development yesterday, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, challenged President Bola Tinubu to account for the N10 billion announced for Ebola preparedness, alleging that the conf…

…equality. Delivering a keynote address titled “Human Rights Advocacy in Nigeria: Challenges and Imperatives for Justice and Equality”, Ogundipe said rights were universal entitlements that should be protected regardless of a person’s status or affiliations. “Fundamental rights belong to every individual by virtue of be…

…to improve learning outcomes. The partners reaffirmed their commitment to addressing the challenges and expanding access to digital learning opportunities across the country. The statement further disclosed that the five-year Airtel Africa-UNICEF partnership had connected more than 3,000 schools across 13 African count…

…in parts of Plateau State, where communal tensions and attacks have continued to pose challenges to peaceful coexistence. Security authorities are expected to investigate the murder and establish the motive behind the attack. Residents have been urged to remain calm and avoid actions that could trigger reprisals or fur…

…home-grown engineering solutions to address insecurity, unemployment and economic challenges. The National Chairman of NIMechE, Babagana Tela, made the call in his welcome address at the institution’s 39th International Conference, Exhibitions and Annual General Meeting, tagged Jewel 2026, on Wednesday in Abuja. Tela s…

…noting that they were better positioned to explain their companies’ operational challenges and commitments to improving service delivery. Also speaking, Rep. Ibe Osonwa criticised the operators for what he described as disregard for the House, despite the substantial revenue they generated from their operations in Nige…

…in parts of Plateau State, where communal tensions and attacks have continued to pose challenges to peaceful coexistence.He explained that security authorities are expected to investigate the killing and establish the motive behind the attack, while urging residents to remain calm and avoid actions that could trigger r…

…called on the government, farmers, processors and consumers to work together to address challenges in the domestic rice industry.“Everybody must be educated, and all hands must be on deck for us to be able to work together to solve this problem of importation,” he said.Mrs Elizabeth Yisa, Business and Marketing Develop…

…as stakeholders list challenges, proffer solutionsBy Cynthia AloNigeria has an estimated 11 million tonnes of perishable produce requiring cold storage, but less than 20,000 tonnes of long-term capacity, stakeholders have said.They blamed short-term financing for blocking investment needed to cut post-harvest losses.S…

…risks as major concerns ahead of the 2027 elections, alongside broader security challenges in parts of the state.The commissioner said the command had commenced several measures to strengthen security ahead of the polls.These include securing INEC offices, political party offices and other sensitive locations; conducti…

…health, establish personal boundaries and speak out whenever they experienced health challenges or abuse. She highlighted the need for the Foundation’s presence at Aba General Hospital, Abia State University Teaching Hospital and Abia Specialist Hospital, Umuahia, explaining that its patient liaison officers could help…

…on federal, state and local governments to work together on flooding and other climate challenges through better infrastructure and mitigation measures.WorldFish Country Representative in Nigeria, Dr Charles Nyangbe, pointed out that the country had attracted about $2.5bn in climate-related funding so far, well below e…

…Communities, Driving Innovation, Shaping Health Future,” the don said Nigeria’s health challenges extend beyond hospitals, drugs and disease treatment, stressing that environmental health and primary healthcare systems remain critical to improving the population’s well-being. He lamented the inadequate provision of ess…

…Makinde, had the vision, experience, knowledge and roadmap needed to address Nigeria’s challenges and unlock the country’s potential. He expressed satisfaction with the reception accorded the party in the South-South, describing it as a sign of support for its quest to build a new Nigeria. Mohammed also urged Nigerians…

…with a 2022 shooting involving another man in Las Vegas. Despite his ongoing legal challenges, the rapper recently made headlines for a more positive development in his personal life after becoming engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Chrisean Rock.

…pressing. He urged the commission to strengthen its capacity to anticipate emerging wage challenges and provide recommendations based on credible economic data and consultations with organised labour, employers and other stakeholders. Akume identified three priorities for the commission, including stronger policy coord…

…programme was necessary as Nigeria approached the 2027 general elections amid recurring challenges of electoral violence, rigging, vote-buying and ethno-religious divisions.The bishops urged dioceses, parishes, church societies, prayer groups, families and individuals to participate actively in the spiritual exercise.T…

…the attackers during the exchange of gunfire. The ambush comes amid persistent security challenges along the Geidam-Kanamma and Mayamti routes, which sources said had remained closed for months because of terrorist activities. Army Arrests Suspected Terrorist Collaborator In a related development, troops of the Nigeria…