Gombe: The Federal Government, through the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES), has approved the establishment of a model veterinary hospital in Gombe State. The National Project Coordinator of L-PRES, Mr. Sanusi Abubakar, made this known during a two-day technical visit to the state. Abubakar led the site assessment team to inspect progress at […]
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JAMB Inaugurates Admission Scrutiny Panel for Under-Aged Candidates
Bwari: The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) inaugurated a committee to oversee the admission process for under-aged candidates. The JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, disclosed this during the inaugural meeting of the committee members in Bwari, FCT. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the committee is tasked with determining modalities for assessing ‘specially gifted […]
Tinubu Offers Condolences to Ghana Following Fatal Helicopter Crash
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to President John Mahama and the people of Ghana following a tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians, including two ministers. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the crash occurred in Ghana’s southern Ashanti region, resulting in the deaths of all passengers on board. […]
First Lady Donates N1bn to Support Niger State Disaster and Banditry Victims
Minna: The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has made a significant donation of N1 billion to the Niger State government. This contribution is aimed at aiding victims of natural disasters and banditry attacks within the state. The announcement was made during the inauguration of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Women Empowerment Programme in Minna. According […]
14% of Newborns Breastfed Within First Hour in Lagos: UNICEF Official
Lagos: Mr. Muhammad Okorie, Social Policy Manager and Officer-in-Charge of the UNICEF Lagos Field Office, has raised fresh concerns over Nigeria’s declining rates of optimal breastfeeding practices. He warned that lack of supportive systems was threatening the health and development of children in the country in spite of increased public awareness. According to News Agency […]