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NGO Empowers Female Postgraduates in Fisheries Research with Intensive Training

Ibadan: The Centre for Gender Economics in Africa (CGE Africa) has elevated the academic research and publication skills of female postgraduate students specializing in fisheries and aquaculture. Regina Solomon, Programme Manager of CGE Africa, shared these developments with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) following a two-day training session held in Ibadan. According to News […]

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CMD Urges Supportive Workplaces for Breastfeeding Mothers

Abuja: The University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH) has called on all levels of government to implement sustainable policies that support breastfeeding mothers, particularly in workplaces. The Acting Chief Medical Director, Associate Prof. Bob Ukonu, made the appeal during the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week held from Aug. 1-7 in Gwagwalada. Represented by the Acting Director […]

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Tinubu Appoints New NERC Chairman and Commissioners

Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has nominated Mr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat as the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). This was announced in a statement by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Ramat, aged 39, is an electrical engineer with a PhD in Strategic Management and has […]

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Keyamo Directs NCAA to Place KWAM 1 on No-Fly List

Abuja: Mr Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has directed the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to place Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde, on a no-fly list. In his official X handle @fkeyamo on Thursday, Keyamo also ordered the NCAA to immediately notify both domestic and international airlines of the directive. According to […]

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Revitalising Youth Employment Through Embroidery Hubs

Abuja: Nigeria’s effort to combat high youth unemployment is receiving a boost with the emergence of innovative solutions. One of such initiatives is embroidery, not just as a cultural craft, but as a tool for economic empowerment and job creation. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Mr. Lukman Abdulsalam, an entrepreneur and embroidery expert, is […]