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NASS Calls for Urgent and Credible Census to Drive Youth-Centric Development in Nigeria

Abuja: The Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Identity and Population, Sen. Victor Umeh, has reiterated the call for a credible and timely population and housing census in Nigeria. He emphasized that such a census is essential to support national planning and youth-focused development, particularly in a country where accurate data is key to […]

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Oyebanji Installs New Owa of Ayebode, Pledges Security for Ekiti Residents

Ayebode: Gov. Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti has installed the new Owa of Ayebode-Ekiti, Oba Olusola Omolayo. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Oyebanji, who officiated the installation of the new Oba, emphasized the importance of collaboration between the traditional ruler and the state government to enhance security and grassroots development. The governor highlighted his administration’s […]

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Cricket: Uganda Beat Nigeria by 38 Runs

Entebbe: Nigeria Men’s Senior Cricket team, on Tuesday, lost by 38 runs to hosts Uganda in the Pearl of Africa T20 Series at the Entebbe Cricket Oval. Earlier, Uganda won the toss and elected to bat first. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Nigeria restricted the Ugandan batting lineup to 147 runs for the loss […]

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Ebonyi Single Mother Refutes Claims of Selling Baby for N25 Million

Abakaliki: A 37-year-old single mother from Ebonyi, Susan Nweze, on Tuesday, stated that her newborn baby was not sold for N25 million. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Nweze explained at her residence in Abakaliki that she only received N700,000 for the adoption of her baby, contrary to allegations made by an online media outlet. […]

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FG Inaugurates Palm Oil Traceability System to Boost Quality and Exports

Abuja: The Federal Government has inaugurated the National Palm Oil Traceability System (NaPOTS) Framework and established a 16-member Inter-Agency Committee to implement it. NaPOTS is designed to enhance product quality, promote sustainability, support climate-smart practices, and position Nigerian palm oil for competitive markets both domestically and internationally. According to News Agency of Nigeria, during the […]