Kwara: When Peace Oladipo, a Nigerian freelance journalist, submitted a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to the Kwara Ministry of Justice in mid-2024, she encountered unexpected resistance. Investigating the case of an abandoned courthouse in Afon, Asa Local Government Area, where funds had reportedly been allocated but the building remained in disrepair, Oladipo sought records […]
Day: June 3, 2025
Centre Calls for Increased Support to Address Needs of Underprivileged Schools and Communities
Abuja: The Centre for School Health, Education and Environmental Hygiene (CSHEEH), a non-governmental organisation based in Abuja, has issued a call for increased support to help meet the needs of underprivileged schools and communities. The appeal was made by Dr. Folasade Olusola Momoh, the Executive Director and Founder of CSHEEH, during the NGO’s 10th anniversary […]
FG and FAO Launch N200 Million Initiative to Enhance Aquaculture in Nigeria
Odogbolu: The Federal Government, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), has introduced a N200 million initiative aimed at enhancing aquaculture in Nigeria. The project seeks to address the country’s annual fish demand and improve local fish production capacity. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Mr. Wellington Omoragbon, Director of Fisheries and Aquaculture […]
NSA Commends Agencies for Successful Destruction of 207 Containers of Illegal Drugs
Abuja: The National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, has praised the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for their significant efforts in tackling illegal drugs. This commendation follows the successful seizure and destruction of 207 containers of […]
Tuggar Reiterates Nigeria’s Commitment to Bolstering Economic Integration in West Africa
Abuja: The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, has reiterated Nigeria’s commitment towards working closely with the diplomatic community to bolster the inclusive economic integration of West Africa. Tuggar made this known on Tuesday in Abuja, during the stakeholders’ engagement with West African Ambassadors against the backdrop of the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES). […]