Abuja: The Federal Government has commended the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) for its role in promoting Open and Distance Learning and for hosting the International Media and Information Literacy Institute (IMILI). The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, gave the commendation in Abuja when he received a delegation from NOUN […]
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FG Pledges Speedy Trials for Awaiting Trial Inmates
Abuja: The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has announced that the Federal Government is set to accelerate the judicial process to ensure the speedy trials of inmates currently awaiting trial. This was disclosed during an unscheduled inspection visit to the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Kuje, Abuja. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Tunji-Ojo […]
Cervical Cancer: Experts Call for Free HPV Tests Amid Vaccination
Abuja: The National Taskforce for Cervical Cancer Elimination (NTF-CCE) has called for universal access to free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) DNA testing to address the growing burden of cervical cancer in Nigeria. Prof. Isaac Adewole, Chairman of NTF-CCE and former Health Minister, made the appeal during the 2025 International Cancer Week organised by the National Institute […]
Experts Warn Against Self-Medication for Eye Problems, Urge Regular Check-Ups
Abuja: Medical experts have cautioned against self-medication for eye problems, emphasising the importance of regular eye check-ups to prevent vision loss. They gave the advice at a Workshop on Eye-Health and its Relevance to Effective Journalism, organised by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Abuja Chapel with support from Sightsavers […]
World Bank Launches AgriConnect Initiative to Boost Global Food Production and Job Creation
Washington: The World Bank has announced a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing global food production and generating employment through its AgriConnect program. This initiative was revealed during the ongoing Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund/World Bank Group in Washington. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the World Bank emphasized that AgriConnect is designed to […]