Abuja: The Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) has launched an initiative aimed at reducing prison congestion and promoting access to justice for indigent inmates in Nigeria. The initiative, named ‘Reforming Pre-trial Detention in Nigeria Project,’ was introduced by the organisation’s Chief Executive Officer, Lucy Abagi, during a visit to law clinics at the University […]
Month: January 2025
West Africa Steps Up Lassa Fever Vaccine Efforts
Abuja: The West African Health Organisation (WAHO), in collaboration with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and national task forces from five countries, met on Thursday to advance efforts in developing a Lassa fever vaccine. The inaugural meeting and launch of the Lassa Fever Coalition Governing Entity (LFGE), hosted by the Federal Ministry of […]
Indonesia Launches Free Meals Programme to Combat Malnutrition in Schools
Jakarta: The Indonesian government has launched an ambitious free meal programme to combat malnutrition and promote healthy eating among students in underserved communities in the country. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the ‘Free Nutritious Meal Programme’, a centerpiece of President Prabowo Subianto’s election campaign that propelled him to power in 2024, aims to reach […]
Tinubu Emphasizes Global Collaboration for Sustainable Development
Abu Dhabi: President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday assured a global audience in the United Arab Emirates that Nigeria is ready to work with other nations to build a resilient, equitable, and sustainable world for all. Tinubu made these remarks while speaking on the topic, ‘From Climate Imperatives into Economic Prosperity: Bridging Africa with the Global […]
CBN Sanctions 9 Banks for Failing to Dispense Cash via ATMs
Abuja: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced sanctions against nine Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) for their failure to dispense Naira notes through automated teller machines (ATMs) during the yuletide season. This move by the CBN underscores its strict stance on ensuring uninterrupted cash availability across the country. According to News Agency of Nigeria, […]