NITDA, TikTok Partner to Boost SMEs’ Digital Skills, Launch Commerce Labs Initiative

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and TikTok have launched a strategic partnership aimed at equipping Nigerian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with the digital commerce skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital economy. The partnership was unveiled during the launch of the TikTok Digital Commerce Labs Programme for SMEs in Lagos, bringing together stakeholders from government, the private sector, entrepreneurship support organisations, and the broader digital ecosystem to explore innovative approaches to business growth through technology. Speaking at the event, NITDA Director-General and Chief Executive Officer,…

NYSC Sets July 9 for Passing-Out of 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream I Corps Members

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has fixed Thursday, July 9, 2026, as the official passing-out date for members of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream I across the country. According to a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline W. Embu, the winding-up activities commenced on June 23, 2026, and will feature a series of programmes designed to prepare corps members for life after national service. The activities include Job Advisory and Counselling (JAC) sessions organized by the NYSC in collaboration with relevant agencies, registration and…

Deputy Speaker Kalu Woos Global Investors in London, Unveils Nigeria’s Multi-Billion-Dollar Green Economy Opportunities

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has called on global investors to take advantage of Nigeria’s expanding green economy, highlighting vast investment opportunities across renewable energy, climate-smart agriculture, transportation, and resilient infrastructure. Speaking at the Nigeria Climate Investment Summit, a flagship event of London Climate Action Week themed “Catalyzing Nigeria’s Climate Policy Progress into Financial Flows for Green Projects,” Kalu said Nigeria is prepared to translate climate policies into bankable projects capable of attracting significant international financing. The Deputy Speaker identified key investment opportunities…

Deputy Speaker Kalu Celebrates Gbajabiamila, Sanwo-Olu on Shared Birthday, Hails Leadership and Service

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has congratulated the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on the occasion of their birthdays. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu, Kalu described the coincidence of both leaders sharing the same birth date, June 25, as symbolic of two distinguished public servants whose contributions to governance and national development have left lasting impacts on Nigeria. The Deputy Speaker praised Gbajabiamila,…

FG Appoints Dr. Donald Ofili as MLSCN Registrar/CEO, Reaffirms Commitment to Healthcare Professionals

The Federal Government has appointed Dr. Donald Ibe Ofili as the substantive Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).   The appointment was announced on Tuesday by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, during the presentation of the letter of appointment to the new Registrar/CEO at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja.   Dr. Salako said the appointment followed a rigorous, transparent and merit-based selection process conducted in line with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria…

IGP Disu Bans Unauthorised Social Media Use by Police Officers, Orders Strict Enforcement

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has directed all personnel of the Nigeria Police Force to immediately desist from unauthorised social media activities that could undermine the integrity, professionalism and public image of the Force. The directive was conveyed in a statement issued on Tuesday by Force Public Relations Officer, Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu, following growing concerns over the increasing trend of police officers creating and publishing videos, conducting live broadcasts and engaging in other social media activities while in uniform or in situations that clearly identify them as…

NSITF, South Africa’s Rand Mutual Forge Strategic Alliance to Strengthen Workers’ Protection Across Africa

The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and South Africa’s Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) have commenced a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening social protection systems, workers’ compensation administration, and occupational safety standards across Africa. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NSITF, Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, disclosed this on Tuesday while hosting a high-level delegation from RMA, led by its Group Chief Executive Officer, Bilal Adam, at the Fund’s headquarters in Abuja. Faleye described the visit as the beginning of a mutually beneficial and enduring relationship between two of Africa’s foremost…

NYSC DG Commends Nigerian Army for Ensuring Safety of Corps Members

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has praised the Nigerian Army for its unwavering commitment to the safety and security of Corps Members and NYSC formations across the country. General Nafiu gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division of the Nigerian Army in Jos, Major General Folusho Oyinlola, where he acknowledged the critical role of security agencies in sustaining the Scheme’s operations nationwide. According to the NYSC Director General, the success of the Scheme…

MPAC Demands Justice for Lynched Kaduna Woman, Warns Against Rising Mob Violence

The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has condemned the brutal lynching of Ummulkhairi, a Muslim woman and mother of four, in Maraban Jos, Kaduna State, describing the incident as a grave miscarriage of justice and a dangerous sign of growing mob rule in the country. In a statement issued by its Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, the organisation expressed outrage over the killing of Ummulkhairi, who was reportedly accused of child kidnapping before being attacked and murdered by a mob. MPAC said the victim, a teacher, wife and mother, was denied…

EMAN Urges Moral Rebirth, Peaceful Coexistence at Hijrah 1448AH Lecture in Okene

The El Birru Muslim Association of Nigeria (EMAN) has called on Muslims and residents of Ebiraland to embrace moral transformation, peaceful coexistence and productive living as part of the lessons of the Islamic New Year. The call was made by the Chairman of the Hijrah 1448AH Activities Committee, Alhaji Abu Imam Onizeiza (Dan-Amana Ebira), during the Hijrah Lecture, Launching of the Islamic Calendar and Awards Ceremony held at the Ohinoyi Palace Conference Hall, Okene, Kogi State. Addressing participants, Alhaji Abu Imam said the Hijrah of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was not…