Abuja: Senior Pastor of the First Baptist Church Garki, Abuja, Rev. Tom Takpatore, has urged Nigerian leaders to redouble their efforts in addressing the rising cost of living. The cleric who made the call during the Church’s mid-year thanksgiving service on Sunday in Abuja, also urged them to prioritise the well-being of citizens. Takpatore emphasised […]
Month: July 2025
Military Receives 84 CNG-Powered Vehicles to Boost Operations
Abuja: The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has recently taken possession of 84 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered vehicles, including 20 buses, 50 Jet Lander pickup vehicles, and 14 Jet Mover Executive buses, to enhance its operational capabilities. This acquisition, which forms part of a collaborative effort with the Presidential CNG Initiative (Pi-CNG), was inaugurated by the […]
Computer-Based WASSCE to Promote Objective Scoring, Says LASUED VC
Lagos: The Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University of Education, Prof. Bilkis Lafiaji-Okuneye, has stated that the introduction of a computer-based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) will enhance the objective evaluation of candidates. Lafiaji-Okuneye shared her insights during an interview in Lagos. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the Vice-Chancellor’s remarks come in light […]
AFNIS 2025 Targets Sustainable Local Solutions for Africa’s Industrialisation
Abuja: The fourth edition of the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS) is set to explore strategies to promote local industrialisation in Africa by leveraging local content. This announcement was made by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, during a news conference in Abuja. Dr Alake was represented by Mr […]
Leave Phones Alone, Focus on Reading, Ogiame Urges Students
Warri: The Olu of Warri Kingdom, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has urged students to drastically minimise the use of cell phones and focus more on reading books. The Royal Father made the remarks on Tuesday at the scholarship award ceremony held at Nana Model College, Warri. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the scholarship, facilitated by […]