Abuja: The Federal Government has launched the Accelerated Basic Education (ABE) programme, targeting 80 million underserved non-literate Nigerian youths and adults who remain outside the reach of basic literacy. The initiative is set to address the educational needs of non-literate individuals across the six geopolitical zones of the country, ensuring both quality and relevance in […]
Day: July 30, 2025
NEITI Recommits to Automated, Centralised Extractive Sector Data
Uyo: The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has reiterated its commitment towards ensuring real-time, automated, and centralised extractive sector data. The Executive Secretary, Dr. Orji Orji, announced at the 2025 National Extractives Dialogue in Uyo that NEITI had already established a data centre aimed at automating and centralising extractive sector data. The event was […]
FCTA to Initiate Screening for Hepatitis Among Food Handlers in Abuja
Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced plans to commence the screening of food handlers, specifically those employed in restaurants, markets, bakeries, and canteens, for hepatitis. This initiative was revealed by the FCT Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, in a message marking the 2025 World Hepatitis Day. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the […]
Strategic Work-Based Learning to Boost Private-Sector Participation in Agriculture, Says UNESCO
Abuja: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) advocates for a strategic approach to Work-Based Learning (WBL) to enhance private sector involvement in Nigeria’s agriculture sector. Mr. Mendy Albert, Head of the Abuja Office and UNESCO Representative to Nigeria, conveyed this message during a one-day workshop in Abuja focused on promoting private-sector participation […]
MAN Calls for Seamless Execution of Road Tax and Haulage Fee Initiatives
Lagos: The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has made a strong appeal for the seamless implementation of the Single Inter-State Road Tax Sticker (SIRTS) and Single Haulage Fee (SHF) systems. These initiatives are seen as crucial steps toward addressing the issues of illegal road taxes and the heavy burden of multiple taxation on businesses operating […]