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 […]
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ALGON Urges Swift Action on Local Government Autonomy Implementation
Abuja: The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has called for the implementation of local government autonomy to strengthen grassroots governance structure. ALGON National President, Mr Bello Lawal, made the call during the 2nd Quarter Stakeholders and Citizens Engagement Forum, organised by the Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs in Abuja. According to […]
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 […]
Lagos Backs 2025 African Cultural Festival
Lagos: The Lagos State Government has endorsed the 2025 African Cultural Festival, calling it a tool for tourism promotion, economic growth, and diaspora engagement. With the theme ‘Africa to the World: Culture, Creativity, and Collaboration,’ the festival will include pre-event activities in Lagos starting July. The main celebration will hold in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, from Sept. […]
Saint Lucia Awards President Tinubu with Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Lucia
Abuja: Saint Lucia has conferred its highest national honour, the Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Lucia (KCOSL), on President Bola Tinubu. The honour was awarded in recognition of President Tinubu’s efforts to strengthen historical and cultural ties between Africa and the Caribbean region. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Mr Errol Charles, Governor-General […]