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The Oyo State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists has elected new leadership, with Akeem Abas of NAN elected Chairman after a competitive three-way race. In his inaugural address, Chairman Abas declared a “state of emergency on professionalism,” committing to a tenure focused on member welfare, unity, and elevating journalistic standards. The election results highlight a closely contested leadership transition, with key positions like Financial Secretary still pending a by-election. This signals a pivotal moment for the union,Continue Reading

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Kaduna State is advancing a major, multi-partner initiative to tackle out-of-school children, demonstrating a strategic model of coordinated funding and implementation. Key achievements include mapping over 15 local governments and enrolling thousands in accelerated programs, driven by distinct partner roles: construction by Islamic development funds, teacher training by global education alliances, and learning outcomes by Save the Children. This integrated approach is already improving access and equity, showcasing how targeted partnerships and clear governance can effectively address systemic educational gaps.Continue Reading

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Anambra police have achieved a critical breakthrough with the arrest of a 26-year-old suspect who confessed to leading the gang responsible for the high-profile kidnapping and murder of state legislator Justice Azuka. The arrest, following a violent confrontation, reveals a hardened criminal with a violent history, underscored by tattoos declaring “No Forgiveness” and “No Mercy,” and signifies a major step in dismantling regional criminal networks. This case highlights the persistent threat of organized violent crime and the operational pressure required toContinue Reading

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Seplat Energy is strategically investing in media capacity, recognizing that a skilled press corps is a public good that benefits both corporate reputation and societal development. Their workshop equipped journalists with essential modern skills—from mobile journalism and digital marketing to personal effectiveness—directly linking media competence to more ethical and impactful reporting. This initiative underscores a unique corporate insight: in a rapidly evolving information landscape, supporting the media’s adaptation to digital transformation is a critical form of stakeholder engagement that fosters a stronger, more reliable public discourse.Continue Reading

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Former CBN Deputy Governor Prof. Kingsley Moghalu will address African legislative leaders on securing the continent’s economic future, focusing on overcoming structural vulnerabilities and advancing industrialization through targeted legislation. His keynote underscores that Africa’s economic sovereignty hinges on proactive parliamentary diplomacy and robust legislative frameworks to navigate global transformations. This highlights a critical shift: empowering legislatures is not just a governance formality but a strategic imperative for driving tangible economic transformation and reducing external dependencies. The conference itself represents a pivotal move towards a unified, selfContinue Reading

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Kaduna reviews Roosc project, partners set new education targets By Hussaina Yakubu December 10. 2025 Kaduna State has held its bi-annual Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting for the Reaching Out-of-School Children (ROOSC) project to assess progress and strengthen interventions aimed at reducing out-of-school children across the state. The meeting, chairedContinue Reading

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A new initiative in Bauchi State, Nigeria, is launching a targeted three-year project to reintegrate married adolescent mothers and pregnant girls into the formal education system. The program directly confronts socio-cultural and economic barriers like early marriage by forging a critical coalition of government, legal, and community stakeholders to enforce re-entry policies and shift norms. Its core value lies in this integrated advocacy approach, which seeks to transform the local environment to protect girls’ educational rights permanently. The project’s success hinges on thisContinue Reading

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A prominent Nigerian religious institution has issued a direct, multi-faceted critique of the federal government, arguing that current economic policies are exacerbating poverty and must be redesigned with a “human face” to alleviate widespread suffering. It specifically calls for a strategic shift away from heavy external borrowing toward more effective domestic fiscal policies. The communiqué further identifies systemic corruption as a foundational national crisis that has eroded societal values and demands urgent, concrete action against offenders. This appeal is framed within broader concerns over severe insecurity andContinue Reading

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Australian researchers have discovered that macrophages act as key sentinels, efficiently capturing bacterial chemical signals via the MR1 molecule to activate powerful MAIT cell immune responses. This mechanism is crucial for maintaining balance with beneficial microbiota while defending against pathogens. By illuminating how this detection system works, the study provides a novel pathway to develop more effective vaccines and therapies that can precisely modulate these rapid immune defenses.Continue Reading

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Nigeria’s NPHCDA is executing a major reform to transform its primary healthcare system, directly funding thousands of clinics and deploying a targeted “Identify, Enumerate, Vaccinate” strategy to reach 2.1 million unvaccinated children. The initiative integrates digital tools for transparency and multilingual training to empower a massive frontline workforce, directly tackling preventable maternal and child deaths. By bundling immunizations and services, the agency is driving efficiency to close critical coverage gaps and build a sustainable, accountable healthContinue Reading