- Development
FG launches MAF-TB, injectable Lenacapavir, targets health sector self-financing by 2030
The federal government has launched the Multisectoral Accountability Framework for Tuberculosis (MAF-TB) and injectable Lenacapavir for HIV prevention as part of efforts to strengthen disease control and reduce Nigeria’s dependence on foreign health funding by 2030. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, made this known during the 2026 World Tuberculosis (TB) Day ministerial press…
Read More » - Politics
Matawalle rules out 2027 governorship bid, declares support for Dauda Lawal
The Minister of State for Defence and former Governor of Zamfara State, Bello Matawalle, has announced that he will not contest the 2027 governorship election, declaring Governor Dauda Lawal as his preferred and sole gubernatorial candidate in the state. The position was contained in a statement signed by Ahmad Dan-Wudil, Media Adviser to the former governor, in which Matawalle reaffirmed…
Read More » - Politics
APC fixes March 26 for global media briefing ahead of 2026 national convention
The Media and Publicity Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Thursday, March 26, as the date for a global media briefing ahead of the party’s 2026 national convention scheduled to hold in Abuja. The convention is expected to take place on March 27 and 28. The co-chairman of the committee and Minister of Information and National Orientation,…
Read More » - Development
World TB Day 2026: Oluremi Tinubu urges increased funding, early detection to end tuberculosis
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has called for intensified efforts to strengthen domestic financing, improve awareness, and expand access to quality tuberculosis (TB) treatment as the country joins the global community to commemorate World Tuberculosis Day 2026. In her message on Tuesday to mark the day, themed “Yes! We Can End TB,” the First Lady emphasised that although tuberculosis is both…
Read More » - Economy
Switzerland to return Benin Bronzes, deepen diplomatic ties with Nigeria
Nigeria and Switzerland have agreed to strengthen bilateral relations across trade, security, migration and cultural cooperation, with Switzerland confirming plans to return Benin bronzes and other artifact’s to Nigeria. This followed a meeting between Vice President Kashim Shettima and Swiss Vice President and Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis on Tuesday in Abuja. Speaking after the meeting, Cassis said both countries discussed…
Read More » - News from States
PHOTOS: Shettima receives Zamfara governor into APC, says end to insecurity in sight
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday formally received Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, into the All Progressives Congress (APC), expressing optimism that insecurity in Nigeria will soon be brought under control. Speaking during a grand reception held in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, Shettima said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is working hard to restore peace and ensure the safety of…
Read More » - Development
FG, global partners move to bridge skills gap among Nigerian youths
The federal government has intensified efforts to equip millions of Nigerian youths with employable skills, calling on global development partners, industry leaders and policymakers to increase investment in its national skills acquisition programmes. Vice President Kashim Shettima made the call on Tuesday in Abuja while declaring open the National Skills and Industry Alignment Roundtable Series (Q1 2026), themed “Bridging Skills…
Read More » - National News
Tinubu celebrates Tunde Rahman’s service, loyalty at 60
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Special Duties, Tunde Rahman, on his 60th birthday, praising his loyalty, professionalism and years of dedicated service. In a congratulatory message on Tuesday signed by Bayo Onanuga, President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Tinubu commended Rahman for his long-standing commitment to duty, describing him as a dependable…
Read More » - News from States
Shettima leads APC delegation as Zamfara governor Lawal defects from PDP
Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has departed Abuja for Gusau to formally receive Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, into the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement posted on his official X account on Tuesday, the Vice President’s spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, said Shettima is representing President Bola Tinubu at the event and is heading a high-level delegation of APC leaders to…
Read More » - News from States
PHOTOS: Sanwo-Olu present as Faleke distributes empowerment items to over 2,000 Ikeja residents
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday joined James Faleke to distribute vehicles, tricycles, and other equipment to 2,247 constituents during the Renewed Hope Mega Empowerment Programme at the Police College in Ikeja. The event, announced via a post on X by James Faleke, was graced by the presence of governor Sanwo-Olu, who personally assisted in presenting some of the…
Read More »
Follow our WhatsApp Channel