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Nigerian Red Cross Deploys Emergency Teams Following Train Derailment in Delta State
Nigerian Red Cross deploys emergency response teams to Agbor following a train derailment, providing rescue, medical aid, and psychosocial support.
3RD ANNIVERSARY: GOVERNOR FUBARA REAFFIRMS “RIVERS FIRST” MANTRA
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria,May 30, 2026 Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the “Rivers First” mantra, describing it as the guiding philosophy behind government policies and programmes over the past three years.In a goodwill message marking the third anniversary of his administration, the governor said his focus has consistently…
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, AKWANGA: Tinubu Commissions New School of Science Complex in Nasarawa
AKWANGA, NASARAWA STATE – May 30, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned the newly completed School of Science Complex at the College of Education, Akwanga, Nasarawa State, in a move aimed at strengthening science education and enhancing teacher training in Nigeria’s North-Central region. The inauguration of the modern two-storey facility forms part of the…
NPHCDA Inaugurates Lagos Vaccine Hub To Strengthen Nigeria’s Immunization Supply Chain
LAGOS, NIGERIA – May 30, 2026 The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has commissioned the Lagos Vaccine Hub (Cold and Dry Store) in Oshodi, Lagos State, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to strengthen its immunization supply chain and improve access to life-saving vaccines across the country.Speaking on behalf of President Bola…
AfDB Lauds Nigeria as Champion of Aviation Programme in Africa
BRAZZAVILLE, CONGO – May 30, 2026 The African Development Bank (AfDB) has commended Nigeria’s leadership in the aviation sector following the formal installation of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, as the African Champion of the Bank’s $7 billion Integrated Aviation Transformation Programme for Africa (IATP). The announcement was made during…
FG Approves Major Sports Infrastructure Upgrades Nationwide
Abuja, Nigeria – May 29, 2026 The Federal Government has approved a comprehensive nationwide upgrade of sports infrastructure as part of renewed efforts to reposition the country’s sports sector and promote youth development.The initiative, announced by the National Sports Commission (NSC), will focus on the rehabilitation, modernization, and construction of sporting facilities across the federation….
CPPE: Nigeria’s Economy on Gradual Recovery Path — but Structural Gaps Persist
Lagos, Nigeria ,Thursday, May 28, 2026 The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has stated that Nigeria’s economy is showing signs of a gradual recovery, while warning that deep-rooted structural weaknesses in key sectors could undermine long-term stability if not urgently addressed.The economic think tank made this known in its policy brief analyzing…
Ekiti ADC Kicks as Court Remands House of Assembly Candidate Over Alleged Rape
Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria,Thursday, May 28, 2026 A Magistrate Court in Ado Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State, has ordered the remand of Ayodele Babatola, the African Democratic Congress (African Democratic Congress (ADC)) candidate for Ado Constituency 1 in the Ekiti State House of Assembly, over allegations of rape. Babatola was reportedly arrested and…
2027 Politics Must Be Driven By Maturity, Tolerance – VP Shettima
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 28, 2026 Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on political actors across the country to embrace maturity, tolerance, and issue-based engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections, stressing that national unity and stability must remain paramount. The Vice President stated that politics should not be allowed to divide Nigerians along ethnic,…
At Sallah Mini Durbar: Emir of Gombe Hails Inuwa Yahaya Over LCDAs, Seven Years of Transformational Leadership
Gombe, Gombe State – May 28, 2026 Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Thursday led top government officials, political leaders and other dignitaries to the Emir’s Palace to witness the colourful traditional mini Sallah Durbar, popularly known as Jafi, as part of activities marking the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration. A statement issued by…