The Nasarawa State Government has officially launched the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project in collaboration with the World Bank. This initiative will benefit 490 public secondary schools across the 13 Local Government Areas of the state. Governor
Digitvant Microfinance Bank, an emerging name in Nigeria’s fintech space, has successfully supported over 50,000 small and medium businesses through its flagship loan product, Market Monie. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the bank’s branch in Ikeja, Lagos. Licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Digitvant is on a mission […]
The African Quality Academy is set to host the 11th edition of the African Quality Congress, African Quality Achievements Awards (AQAA), and a Quality Exhibition, later this month at the prestigious Oriental Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos. Themed “Managing Quality for Growth, Innovation, and Improvement,” the event aims to promote a culture of excellence, best […]
Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa. The Federal Government has launched a major initiative—the Renewed Hope Social Housing Programme—to tackle Nigeria’s housing shortage and create over two million jobs nationwide. According to the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, this project will deliver 100 affordable homes in each of
Nollywood star, Lilian Afegbai. Nollywood star, Lilian Afegbai, has shared the inspiring story behind her role as Idia in the hit film To Kill a Monkey. According to her, the role was not just another acting gig but a defining moment where years of preparation finally aligned with the right opportunity. Speaking in an interview, […]
Juma Jux And Priscy Nigerian social media was lit up on Thursday when Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, shared beautiful maternity photos with her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Jux. The photos, posted on her verified Instagram page (@its. priscy), came with the caption, “Mom & Dad. Blessed • Grateful • Thankful,” hinting […]
In Nigeria, where over 150,000 babies are born annually with sickle‑cell disorder and up to 100,000 dies before age five, the need for informed genotype awareness is urgent. Efforts like those of the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria—through genotype testing, community awareness, and premarital counselling—are making sickle cell birth a choice rather than
Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Enoh. The Federal Government has inaugurated the new Governing Board of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), with a strong push to transform Nigeria into an automotive manufacturing and export hub. The 12-member board, chaired by Chief Emma Eneukwu, was inaugurated by the Minister of State […]
Nigerian Navy Logo The Nigerian Navy, through its International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION), has introduced a special executive course to train journalists and media executives on the Blue Economy. The initiative is aimed at boosting public understanding and participation in Nigeria’s maritime sector. The course, scheduled for later in July, will host
Nestlé Nigeria has trained 100 plastic waste workers in Lagos and Abuja under its Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Training Programme. The initiative is part of Nestlé’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and social inclusion. The training aims to equip waste workers with essential skills to improve safety, dignity, and efficiency in plastic waste