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FG launches automated app to enhance primary healthcare delivery
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government has unveiled a new digital innovation aimed at strengthening primary healthcare delivery across the country — the Automated National Standing Orders (NSO) Mobile Application for Community Health Practitioners (CHPs). The launch, held in Abuja on Saturday, was presided over by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako,…
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‘I am not done’ – Kamala Harris tells BBC she may run for president again
Former US Vice-President Kamala Harris has told the BBC she may run again for the White House. In her first UK interview, Harris said she would “possibly” be president one day and was confident there will be a woman in the White House in future. Making her strongest suggestion to date that she will make another presidential bid in 2028…
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BOA, IOM launch $200m fund to empower displaced Nigerians through agriculture
The Bank of Agriculture (BOA) and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) have launched a $200 million agriculture and livelihood fund aimed at empowering internally displaced persons (IDPs) across Nigeria and fostering economic inclusion. In a statement released on Friday, the BOA said the initiative seeks to move beyond humanitarian aid by providing displaced Nigerians with sustainable means of livelihood.…
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A new dawn for Nigeria’s economy, FATF delisting confirms Tinubu’s reform success, by Oluwadare Ayeni
For years, Nigeria’s placement on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list cast a shadow over the nation’s financial reputation. It strained the economy, discouraged foreign investment, and placed Nigerian financial institutions under intense scrutiny. Businesses faced higher costs when engaging in international transactions, while investors grew cautious about entering the Nigerian market. The effect extended far beyond Nigeria’s…
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Stella Obasanjo remembered for kindness, faith 20 years after passing
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, joined by family members, friends, and dignitaries, on Saturday honoured the memory of his late wife and former First Lady, Mrs. Stella Obasanjo, during a service marking the 20th anniversary of her passing in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The memorial, held at the Chapel of Christ the Glorious King within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, drew notable…
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2026: AMBO Media dismisses report of clash with Babayemi’s supporters
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo –The Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO) Media Fronts has denied reports alleging that members of the AMBO Movement clashed with supporters of Omooba Dotun Babayemi’s Ireti Osun 2026 group in Gbongan, Ayedaade Local Government Area of the state, describing the story as false and malicious.In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Adebayo Adedeji, the group said…
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NPFL: Fireworks as teams battle for points
By Tosin Omojola – Kano Pillars will begin life at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina, their new home ground, following their banishment from the Sani Abacha Stadium as a result of the crowd violence that accompanied their matchday eight fixture against Shooting Stars. The Sai Masugida will hope to make their new abode a fortress by starting with a win…
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Shettima Mohammed emerges new president, Nigerian Shooting Federation
Commodore Shettima Mohammed of the Nigerian Navy has emerged as President of the Nigerian Shooting Sport Federation. He defeated the incumbent President, Captain O.B. Ayoade, also of the Nigerian Navy, after securing eight out of fourteen total votes cast, while Ayoade got five votes. After a series of ties in previous elections, the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC)…
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FG doubles health insurance capitation fee to N1,450 per enrollee
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government has announced an increase in the health insurance capitation fee for enrollees from N750 to N1,450 per person, as part of efforts to improve access to affordable and quality healthcare services across the country. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, saying the decision…
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Zamfara governor defends endorsement of Kabiru Turaki as PDP consensus chairmanship candidate
By Kunle Sanni – Dauda Lawal, governor of Zamfara State, has defended the endorsement of Kabiru Turaki, a former Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, as the consensus candidate for the position of national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Northern PDP stakeholders had recently adopted Turaki at a meeting in Abuja ahead of the party’s national convention.…
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