Abuja: A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Adeniyi Akintola, has urged an FCT High Court in Gwagwalada, Abuja, to dismiss the charges against former Resident Pastor of First Baptist Church, Garki, Abuja, Rev. Israel Akanji, citing lack of evidence. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Rev. Israel Akanji and five others face allegations of […]
Day: May 27, 2025
Foundation Marks Children’s Day, Seeks More Support for Young Cancer Patients
Abuja: In a bid to create more awareness and advocate for increased support for childhood cancer, a non-governmental organisation, Okapi Children Cancer Foundation (OkapiCCF), took action on Children’s Day 2025. The foundation marked the celebration with young cancer patients in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), bringing attention to their struggles and the need for early […]
ECOWAS Commends Nigeria Customs Service for ‘B’Odogwu’ Innovation Boosting Trade
Lagos: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed its appreciation to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for the implementation of the ‘B’Odogwu’ Unified Customs Management System. This innovative, locally-developed platform aims to enhance trade facilitation and revenue generation in Nigeria. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the commendation was delivered by the […]
Children’s Day: Gallery of Art Celebrates with ‘Harmony in Diversity’ Exhibition
Abuja: The National Gallery of Art (NGA) marked the 2025 Children’s Day celebration with an art exhibition to promote national unity and cultural understanding. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the event had no fewer than 600 children from various schools in attendance. The exhibition is themed ‘Harmony in Diversity: Art as a Unifying Force’. […]
Ebonyi Govt. to Review Policies Against Child Bullying
Ebonyi: Gov. Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi says the government has commenced efforts to review the existing policies against child bullying. Nwifuru gave the hint on Tuesday, during this year’s Children’s Day celebration, with the theme, ‘Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation.’ According to News Agency of Nigeria, the governor, represented by Deputy Gov. […]