Abuja: Mr John Ugwu, the newly elected President of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council Association, FCT chapter (NSC-FCT), has pledged to prioritise safer shipping practices and tackle pressing financial challenges affecting members. Ugwu made the pledge following his victory over Mr Mohammed Patigi by 31 votes to 10 in the chapter’s keenly contested election. According to […]
Month: August 2025
Tinubu Announces Free Healthcare for Retirees, Addresses Police Pension Concerns
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has directed the immediate rollout of free healthcare for low-income retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). He has also mandated the prompt implementation of overdue pension increases and a minimum pension guarantee to protect vulnerable retirees. These initiatives, announced through a statement by his Spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, are seen […]
CHEDI Empowers Over 150 Women on Breastfeeding in FCT
Abuja: The Citizens’ Health Education and Development Initiative (CHEDI) has empowered over 150 women in the FCT with life-saving knowledge on breastfeeding practices. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the initiative was part of activities to mark the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week. The one-day sensitisation and advocacy programme, held at the Kuchiko Primary Healthcare Centre […]
Hamzat Commends Ikorodu Monarch for Decade of Impactful Leadership
Ikorodu: The Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has praised the traditional ruler of Ikorodu, Oba Kabir Shotobi, for his decade-long impactful leadership. Hamzat expressed his commendation during a public lecture in Ikorodu, recognizing the monarch’s contributions to educational development. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the lecture was part of a series of […]
Tinubu Lauds Nigerian Students for Excelling at Global Competition
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has congratulated three Nigerian students for emerging world champions at the 2025 TeenEagle Global competition in London, United Kingdom. Nafisa Aminu, Rukayya Fema, and Hadiza Kalli excelled in English communication and debate, bringing global honour to Nigeria. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the President’s message celebrating their achievements is contained […]