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By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD), will hold graduation ceremony and annual lecture for Set 23, of its Leadership School on Sept.6.Director of the Centre, Dr Umesi Emenike, said in a statement on Thursday in Abuja, that the event would bring together, policymakers, academia, civil society leaders and development practitioners.Emenike added that the centre would also be graduating and matriculating students, to critically examine the role of leadership in shaping Nigeria’s governance and anti-corruption agenda.He noted that the theme of the event is: “Leadership and Anti-Corruption Measures in Nigeria”.According to him, the keynote lecture will be delivered by the Executive Director of Lux Terra Leadership Foundation, R...

By Lucy Ogalue The Federal Government on Thursday in Abuja validated the Nigeria Industrial Policy (NIP), describing it as a framework to drive inclusive growth, job creation and national competitiveness. Sen. John Owan Enoh, Minister of State for Industry, said at the event that the policy marked a new covenant to reposition the economy on productivity and resilience. He said that NIP was designed to operationalise President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda by transforming industrial sector into the true engine of sustainable growth and national pride. The minister explained that the policy had been subjected to wide consultations involving the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN), Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), the ac...

The Secretary General, Organisation of Southern Cooperation (OSC), Manssour Bin-Mussallam. By Jacinta Nwachukwu Abuja, Sept. 4, 2025 (NAN) The Secretary General, Organisation of Southern Cooperation (OSC), Manssour Bin-Mussallam, has called on education authorities to redesign school curriculum to shift from problem solving to problem posing in Africa. Bin-Mussallam said this in an interview with newsmen in Abuja on Thursday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that problem posing is an educational strategy where learners create or reformulate questions from given situations or existing problems. It also serves as a teaching tool to assess understanding or as an instructional strategy to develop students’ ability to analyse information and generate their own meaningful...

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer Alhaji Fatai Adisa-Ogunwale, the new National President of National Association of Scrap and Waste Dealers Employers of Nigeria (NASWDEN), has solicited support of the Federal Government to effectively contribute in growing the economy. Adisa-Ogunwale made the appeal shortly after his election at the National Delegates Conference/National Executive Council Election of NASWDEN in Abuja. “We are calling on government for support. We need the support of the government. “When we get the support of the government,  it will assist us to achieve our aim, which is to contribute to the growth of the country’s economy. “If we can get the support of government through the provision of security, we can achieve it,” he said. Adisa-Ogunwale also promised ...

The Country Director, Plan International Nigeria,Charles Emmamuzou-Usie and the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa during the 2025 Gender Inclusion Summit on Wednesday in Abuja. By Jacinta Nwachukwu Plan International Nigeria has emphasised the urgent need for gender balance in governance, stating that women and girls continue to be excluded from key policy and decision-making processes. The Country Director of the organisation, Charles Emmamuzou-Usie, made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja, on the sidelines of the Gender Inclusion Summit. “Why equality for girls? Every day, through our policies and decisions, women and girls are being left behind, in education, healthcare, and financial inclusion,” he said. He noted ...

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris (middle); Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu (6th from right); Director General of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Dr. Mohammed Bulama, (4th from right); the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Mr. Sunday Dare (6th from left); the Director General, Voice of Nigeria, (4th from left) and State Commissioners of Information, at a Roundtable Engagement on Agenda Setting for Strategic Integration organised by the ICPC in Abuja on Wednesday. By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Federal Government has called on State Commissioners of Information to join hands with Independent Corrupt Practices and other related Offenc...

The Chairman/CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has applauded the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Nigerians abroad for driving an unprecedented rise in diaspora remittances, describing the inflows as a huge boost to Nigeria’s economy. According to the CBN, remittance inflows have tripled from about $200 million monthly to $600 million in the past two months—a 200 per cent increase. The apex bank projects the figure could climb to as much as $1 billion per month by 2026. In a statement issued by NiDCOM’s spokesperson, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa credited the surge to the Renewed Hope policies of the Tinubu administration and reforms introduced by the CBN under its Governor, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso. These reforms include the introduction of...

The unveiling of the pre-Primary school curriculum on Monday in Abuja by the Executive Secretary, Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), Prof. Salisu Shehu and the Minister of Education for State, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad By Jacinta Nwachukwu Stakeholders in the education sector have called for a holistic collaboration among curriculum development actors across Africa, to achieve qualitative, relevant and responsive  education system. They made the call at the 5th African Curriculum Association Conference on Monday in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports the theme of the conference is “Transforming Curriculum and Teacher Development in Africa for Inclusivity, Resilience, and Lifelong Learning through 21st Century Competences”. They said th...

Asaba, Delta State, is alive with youthful energy, sporting excellence, and national pride as the 9th edition of the National Youth Games (NYG) got underway last week, bringing together the brightest young talents from across Nigeria. Sharing his experience after attending a tennis event at the Stephen Keshi Stadium Indoor Sports Hall, Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, lauded the spirit and discipline of the young athletes. “It gave me so much joy to see their energy, discipline, and passion for the game. These young talents are the future of Nigerian sports, and it is our responsibility to create the right structures and opportunities for them to thrive.” The DG further underscored the broader vision driving the Games: “The future is...

By Joshua Olomu Denja Abdullahi, award-winning poet and former National President of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) has urged Nigerian poets to use their works to promote peace and social justice. Abdullahi made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday at the sideline of the August edition of the monthly “Reading and Writers Dialogue” in Abuja. The Reading and Writers Dialogue is a flagship programme of ANA Abuja chapter that brings together authors and other literary stakeholders to discuss the works of a selected Guest Author. The event with the theme “Celebrating the Embrace of Theatre and Poetry”, was also used by the writers to celebrate the former ANA president’s 56th birthday and to launch his book ‘Chants in a Cemetery.’ ...

Minister of State for industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, has enthused that the N500m MSME Entrepreneurship Intervention program being doled out by him, should not be seen as a dash money for purposes of politics. He said rather, "it is a brain wave driven by sincere commitment and responsibility to the society and public aimed at empowering 1000 persons." Addressing newsmen at the Ernest Etim Bassey NUJ Press Centre in Calabar, the Cross River capital, the minister explained that the gesture remains a private personal project which stands as his contribution to the ecosystem. According to Enoh, "it is a grant not loan, a grant that will be stringent, not a dash money for purposes of politics, money that is intended to grow our economy and get people to do better. "When I do so,...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Gombe State has stepped up efforts to get more people registered in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration. The state’s Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Sa’ad Umar, at the weekend paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Gombe, Alhaji Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, seeking the support of traditional leaders in mobilizing citizens for the exercise. Dr. Umar thanked the Emir for his longstanding support to the Commission, noting that the royal father had previously recorded and aired messages encouraging residents to register, collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), and promote peaceful elections in the state. He explained that online pre-registration for new voters began on August 18, while physical registration at...

Former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Solomon Arase is deadHe reportedly passed away at Cedarcrest Hospital in Abuja.Arase, Nigeria’s 18th Inspector-General of Police, was appointed in April 2015 by then-President Goodluck Jonathan.Following his retirement in 2016, he continued to serve the country in various roles, most notably as Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), a position he assumed in January 2023 under President Muhammadu Buhari. He was later removed from the role in June 2024 by President Bola Tinubu.A distinguished intelligence officer, Arase once headed the Criminal Intelligence and Investigation Bureau, the apex intelligence arm of the police.He also served as Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom State and later as Assistant Inspector-General of Police in ch...

Gombe State Governor, muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has approved the the immediate dissolution of all existing State Sports Associations. The dissolution was conveyed over the weekend through the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, following a directive from the Governor. The action, the State Government said, is aimed at restructuring the sports sector to go in line with the National Sports guidelines. According to the directive, the restructuring exercise will be carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) 2017 Constitution and the recommendations of the National Sports Commission. The State Commissioner for Youths and Sports Development, Adamu Inuwa Pantami, emphasized that the move is p...

***Obasanjo, Emir Sanusi, Amosun, Osoba, Oloyede, Isola, serving, retired generals, senators lead guests to glamorous eventThe historic city of Abeokuta went agog on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 as distinguished guests and prominent figures gathered to celebrate the Nikkah ceremony of Faizah Omoteniola Kolapo, daughter of Dr. Yemi Kolapo, Publisher of The Point Newspaper and Iya Sunnah of Egbaland, and AbdulHakeem Jimoh, son of Brig.- Gen. Olanrewaju Jimoh (retd)."The Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library Marquee in Abeokuta was beautifully decorated into a vibrant celebration hub, with notable figures from various walks of life in attendance.Distinguished guests traveled from far and wide to join the Kolapo and Jimoh families in celebrating this joyous occasion. Many expressed that no distan...

By Victor Okoye The Nigeria Association of National Professional Footballers (NANPF) has commended President Bola Tinubu for signing a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with Brazil, a move expected to significantly enhance air travel between the two countries and unlock wide-ranging opportunities for Nigerian sports professionals. CSP Chijioke Kalu Erem, Director of Players’ Safety and Security at NANPF, said the agreement, signed during Tinubu’s official visit to Brazil, could revolutionise Nigerian football through strengthened collaboration with Brazilian and South American football institutions. According to Kalu, improved connectivity will facilitate player exchange, technical partnerships, and greater competitive exposure for clubs in the Nigeria Premier Football Leagu...

By Victor Okoye The President of the National Association of Nigeria Professional Footballers (NANPF), Sunday Abe, has commended the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for lifting the suspension on goalkeeper Adewale Adeyinka. Abe expressed appreciation to the NPFL for granting the Plateau United FC goalkeeper a fair hearing after his provisional suspension in July over allegations of involvement in betting. The NPFL announced on Thursday that Adeyinka is now free to register with any club of his choice for the 2025/2026 season, pending further investigation into the allegations. Abe, in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), described the NPFL’s decision as a “progressive step” and praised the league’s willingness to engage with the players’ union...

By NAN The Youth Coalition for Education in Nigeria (YOCEN), under the leadership of its Secretary General, Engr. Yakubu Nurudeen Yahaya, hosted the Leadership and Educational Summit 3.0 Award 2025 at the prestigious Nicon Luxury Hotel. With the theme “Education: A Panacea in Achieving the SDGs,” the summit celebrated individuals whose outstanding contributions have advanced human capital development and national growth. A major highlight of the evening was the conferment of the “Vanguard of Human Transformation in Nigeria” Award on Chief Dr. Amb. Ebosetale David Aigbefoh, Esq. The honour recognized his remarkable efforts in driving societal progress through effective service delivery, nation-building, democracy, youth empowerment, professional excellence, and unwavering commitment ...

…says Governor incurred over N500b debts in six years A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former gubernatorial aspirant of the party in Oyo State, Engineer Oyedele Hakeem Alao (Allow Alao), has strongly condemned Governor Seyi Makinde and the state House of Assembly following revelations by the lawmaker representing Saki West Local Government, Hon. Ibrahim Shittu, about the secret approval of a controversial N300 billion loan during an emergency sitting held amidst the Assembly’s ongoing recess. Alao in a statement issued from his media office, sharply criticised what he described as Governor Makinde’s administration’s glorification of misplaced priorities and reckless borrowing. He stated that the governor and the state House of Assembly have both mortgaged th...