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NAHCON categorically denies seeking a rollover of 2025 contracts, clarifying that its decision to re-engage certain service providers for the 2026 Hajj is a lawful emergency procurement. This action is justified by the non-negotiable Saudi timeline and is fully compliant with the Public Procurement Act, which permits bypassing standard bidding under urgent constraints. Critically, re-engagement does not guarantee unchanged contract terms, as agreements will be revised based on rigorous past performance reviews. The commission assertsContinue Reading

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COWA touches lives in kaduna with hospital, orphanage outreach, widow empowerment By Hussaina Yakubu December 18, 2026 The Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA), Kaduna Chapter, carried out a humanitarian outreach to Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital and Magajin Gari Orphanage Home, Kaduna, as part of efforts to support vulnerable groups inContinue Reading

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A critical public health crisis in Gombe State is being masked by declining official snakebite cases, as a 3.4% fatality rate reveals a severe shortage of free antivenom is driving victims to seek dangerous alternative treatments. While cholera outbreaks plague neighboring states, Gombe’s effective cholera containment strategy, supported by UNICEF, offers a transferable model for regional health collaboration. The data underscores that the apparent reduction in snakebite presentations is not a success but a dire access failure, indicating a silentContinue Reading

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First Bank of Nigeria is strategically expanding its digital footprint by launching a 24/7 Digital Xperience Centre at the University of Benin, positioning it as a nexus for banking, education, and community engagement. This initiative provides a full-service, self-service banking hub designed to enhance customer convenience and reduce branch congestion, while explicitly countering fears of job displacement by framing the technology as a complementary expansion. Beyond transactional efficiency, the center underscores a commitment to financial inclusion and digital literacy, embedding ESG principles intoContinue Reading

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Nasarawa State’s health insurance scheme has achieved rapid growth, enrolling over 308,000 residents since 2019 and providing access across 260 facilities. The agency’s operational digitalization and active stakeholder engagement are key drivers for improving service delivery and expanding coverage. This model demonstrates a practical, scalable approach to advancing Universal Health Coverage through public-private collaboration and community adoption initiatives. Continued success hinges on maintaining provider quality and government support to build lasting public trust in the system.Continue Reading

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A 26-year-old man has been remanded in custody after pleading not guilty to charges of threatening a woman’s life with a knife and maliciously damaging her high-value iPhone. The court set bail at N500,000, but he remains detained until meeting the sureties requirement, with the substantive hearing scheduled for February 2026. This case underscores the serious legal consequences for combined offenses of violent threat and significant property damage under Oyo State law. The high bail amount reflects the gravity ofContinue Reading

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The Taraba State judiciary is implementing a strategic shift towards non-custodial sentences, such as community service, to directly combat prison overcrowding and align with existing legal frameworks. This reform acknowledges systemic bottlenecks, particularly in police investigations and prosecutorial delays, which hinder justice and contribute to unnecessary pre-trial detention. The initiative represents a critical collaboration between the judiciary and correctional services, focusing on rehabilitation and societal reintegration over mere incarceration. Ultimately, this move aims to create a more efficient,Continue Reading

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Effective Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a critical, non-negotiable pillar for achieving sustainable development, environmental protection, and good governance in Nigeria. A leading expert warns that current practice is dangerously flawed, often reduced to a mere bureaucratic checkbox for permits rather than a vital tool for proper project design and risk mitigation. The root cause is a systemic failure by both public and private project proponents to commit adequate resources to rigorous assessments, leading to controversial infrastructure projects and environmental degradation. To rectify this, aContinue Reading

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Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has inaugurated 1.4km of internal roads at the state police headquarters, a strategic infrastructure investment aimed at enhancing police mobility and operational efficiency. Beyond this project, the governor committed to installing lighting facilities at all police stations, recognizing these physical improvements as critical to effective crime prevention. This initiative underscores a core governance philosophy: that proactive, tangible support for security agencies is foundational to maintaining the peace required for sustainable development. The reciprocal commendations between stateContinue Reading

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The Nigerian military leadership declares that transformation and deep integration of joint operations are now operational necessities, not options, to counter the convergence of conventional and asymmetric threats like terrorism and cyber warfare. To achieve this, the AFN is prioritizing the adoption of AI, unmanned systems, and data analytics while fostering indigenous R&D and industry partnerships. A core pillar of this modernization is directly linking technological advancement with enhanced personnel welfare and continuous skill development to maintain morale and combat readiness. Despite challenges in funding and domestic production, theContinue Reading