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Nigerian Scientist Advocates Computational Technologies to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance

Abuja: A Nigerian researcher, Dr. Gideon Gyebi, has emphasized the potential of emerging computational technologies to accelerate the discovery of new antibiotics, addressing the pressing global issue of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Gyebi, a scientist specializing in Computational and Systems Biology, shared insights from his recent study with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). According to […]

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Customer Service Week: CSCS Reaffirms Commitment to Capital Market Innovation

Lagos: The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc, Nigeria’s capital market infrastructure company, has joined the rest of the world to commemorate the 2025 Customer Service Week. The theme for the Customer Service Week celebration is ‘Mission: Possible’. CSCS, in a statement, said the week-long celebration highlighted the company’s commitment to resilience, innovation, and exceptional […]

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Nigeria Launches Extensive Vaccination Drive to Immunize 106 Million Children

Abuja: Nigeria is rolling out one of the largest integrated vaccination campaigns in its history, aiming to protect around 106 million children against measles, rubella, and poliomyelitis, the World Health Organisation (WHO) says. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the nationwide initiative will combine multiple vaccines and child health services in a single drive, ensuring […]

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Association Advocates Housing Policies to Boost Nigeria’s Economy

Abuja: The Association of Housing Corporations of Nigeria (AHCN) has called for appropriate policies that will position the nation’s housing sector to remain the ‘engine room’ for economic development. Eno Obongha, President and Chairman of Council, AHCN, made the call at the State of the Nation’s Housing Address to mark the 2025 World Habitat Day […]

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Ebonyi Government Initiates N10 Billion Gratuity Payments to Local Government Retirees

Abuja: The Ebonyi government has commenced the payment of gratuity backlog amounting to N10 billion to over 4,000 retired Local Government Area (LGA) employees. The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Mr. Uchenna Igwe, while inaugurating the payment in Abakaliki, said the move would ameliorate the suffering of the retirees. According to News Agency […]