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12Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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BREAKING: Nigerian Striker Ademola Kuti Joins SV Transvaal 🇸🇷

Suriname’s historic football powerhouse, SV Transvaal, has officially announced the signing of Nigerian forward Ademola Kuti on a two-year contract. Kuti makes history as the first Nigerian and African player to join the Surinamese giants. Renowned for his pace, power, and clinical finishing, the prolific striker brings a wealth of international experience to his new club. Remarkably, Kuti was once coached by the late Diego Maradona during his stint in the Dubai First Division—making him the only Nigerian footballer ever to have played under the legendary Argentine icon. Throughout his career, Kuti has represented several notable clubs across Africa and Asia, including: Accra Hearts of Oak 🇬🇭 – One of Ghana’s and Africa’s most successful clubs Lobi Stars FC 🇳🇬 – A respected...

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11Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Women Affairs Minister empowers 1200 women and youths in Nasarawa

By Olukayode Babalola Hon. Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Minister of Women Affairs has empowered 1200 women and youths across the 13 local government areas of Nasarawa state to alleviate their hardships and make them self reliant. Sulaiman-Ibrahim stated this at the empowerment programme tagged "Renewed Hope Women and Youths Empowerment and Health Outreach" held in Keffi local government area on Friday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the gesture is in commemoration of the Minister's one year in office as the honorable Minister of Women Affairs. The Minister said the gesture is also to celebrate President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda for Women, Children and for Families and the successes recorded so far. "It's been one year since i have been entrusted with this...

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9Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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IDPs Seek Farmland, Support as Philanthropist Lily Grace Visits Durumi Camp

By Victor Okoye Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) at Durumi Camp, Abuja, have appealed for urgent government intervention and farmland to support women-led households. The call came during a visit on Thursday by Lily Grace, a UK-based philanthropist and founder of Chat My Cause Farmers’ Initiative International. Grace said many displaced women had been neglected for over a decade, with no sustainable support or means of livelihood. "These women are not asking for handouts. They want land to farm, feed their children, and live in dignity," she said. She urged the Federal Government, National Refugee Commission, NEMA, the Ministry of Women Affairs, and other stakeholders to provide accessible farmland near the camp. "Give them land, and we will support them with seeds, t...

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9Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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The Race for Silicon Africa: Positioning Nigeria in the Global Chip Economy

By NAN In today’s technology-driven world, semiconductors are the invisible engines powering everything from smartphones and data centers to electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. As the global demand for these microchips skyrockets—expected to reach over $1.2 trillion by 2030—a fierce race is underway among nations to dominate the semiconductor industry, which is a race that Nigeria is now strategically entering. Nigeria’s emergence as a semiconductor hub is not just a possibility; it’s crucial. The continent’s growing digital economy, expanding tech ecosystem, and youthful population demand homegrown solutions that reduce dependency on foreign imports and supply chains vulnerable to geopolitical disruptions. Africa’s digital economy is projected to reach $712 billio...

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8Oct By Sharpedge NewsNo Comments

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Atiku Abubakar Demands Probe of Tinubu’s Cabinet over Forgery Allegations, Criticizes Minister’s Resignation

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the resignation of Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Uche Nnaji, accusing the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of institutionalizing forgery and deceit in governance. In a strong statement, Atiku described Nnaji’s resignation as a disguised attempt to whitewash a scandal that reveals a broader moral crisis within the Tinubu government. “Holding on to such a figure by allowing a quiet resignation is an insult to the citizens who expect accountability,” Atiku said in his statement Tuesday. He argued that Nnaji should have been dismissed and prosecuted for falsification rather than being permitted a “backdoor” exit. Atiku further targeted the Department of State Services (DSS), criticizing its clearance ...

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6Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Press council commends DSS for release of 2 journalists in Jos

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Press Council (NPC), Dr Dili Ezughah, has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for the recent release of two journalists who were wrongfully detained in Jos, Plateau. Ezughah in a statement issued by the Director, Research and Documentation of the Council, Mr Dan Ede on Monday in Abuja appreciated the paradigm shift in the relationship between the press and the Service. “The recent release of two journalists who were wrongfully detained in Jos, Plateau was indeed a positive turning point in the press/security relationship in the country. It was delightful to witness such. “I was touched by the uncommon show of understanding and humility by the Director-General of the DSS, Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi. ”He pe...

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6Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Dr. Princess Victoria Ibokete Empowers 270 Children in Bwari Community Through Back-to-School Initiative

By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA — In a remarkable demonstration of benevolence and visionary leadership, the Princess Victoria Ibokete Foundation once again illuminated the path of hope for children and families as it embarked on its 2025 Back-to-School Outreach at the Jikoko Community, Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The outreach, themed “Every Child is Your Child,” brought warmth, joy, and renewed enthusiasm to hundreds of children who benefited from the distribution of complete stationery kits designed to support their educational journey and inspire academic excellence. The atmosphere was vibrant and emotionally stirring as parents and community members watched in gratitude while their wards received essential learning materials — each pack representing not just ...

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6Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Princess Victoria Ibokete Foundation Empowers 270 Pupils in Bwari Area Council, FCT

By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA — In a remarkable demonstration of benevolence and visionary leadership, the Princess Victoria Ibokete Foundation once again illuminated the path of hope for children and families as it embarked on its 2025 Back-to-School Outreach at the Jikoko Community, Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The outreach, themed “Every Child is Your Child,” brought warmth, joy, and renewed enthusiasm to hundreds of children who benefited from the distribution of complete stationery kits designed to support their educational journey and inspire academic excellence. The atmosphere was vibrant and emotionally stirring as parents and community members watched in gratitude while their wards received essential learning materials — each pack representing not j...

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6Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Ashraaf Foundation calls for renewal of faith, resilience among Muslims

Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Founder of Ashraaf Islamic Foundation, Dr Sarafudeen Aliagan, has called for the renewal of faith and resilience among Muslims to perform expected duties and inherit the promises of Allah and the Holy Prophet Mohammed (SAW). Aliagan made the call at the 2025 Annual Maulud Nabiyy Celebration and Family Picnic on Sunday in Abuja The event with the theme, “The Ummah in Today’s World: Building Resilient Faith, Family and Community, through Prophetic Values” was organised by the Foundation. According to him, the issue of faith and resilience as far as Islam and humanity is concerned is germane. “You cannot remain a creature of God without having faith in your creator. So that faith has to be developed and nourished. “There is law of diminishing retur...

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6Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Alaafin of Oyo calls for more investment in women

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has called for more investments in women to enable the country have better homes and children. Owoade made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sideline of the 2025 Annual Maulud Nabiyy Celebration and Family Picnic in Abuja. The event with the theme,  “The Ummah in Today’s World: Building Resilient Faith, Family and Community, through Prophetic Values” was organised by the Ashraaf Islamic Foundation under the leadership of Dr Sarafudeen Aliagan “It is always very good to invest in our women. We should  not neglect that fact. “We need to invest in them because, by the time we get them into entrepreneurship, it is going to help our society and homes as well. “Not o...

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5Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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CIEPUK partners Nigeria, China varsities to launch global research centre in Awka

By Victor Okoye The Chartered Institute of Educational Practitioners, United Kingdom (CIEPUK), says it will launch a Global Southern Studies/Research Centre (GSSRC) at Paul University, Awka, in partnership with Soochow University, China. The unveiling of the centre is scheduled for Oct. 17 at the Nwawka Auditorium, Paul University. According to CIEPUK, the centre aims to enhance academic collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development across the Global South. It will also serve as a hub for research, knowledge exchange, and international partnerships. CIEPUK’s African regional office is located at Paul University, where the centre will be based. Key research areas include technology, climate change, agriculture, health sciences, social development, and cultural ex...

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5Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Biochemistry Practitioners want FG to prioritise use of alternative medicine 

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Biochemistry Practitioners, Plant Treatment Oasis Association of Nigeria has called on the Federal Government to prioritise the use of alternative medicine to enhance the health being of Nigerians. The President of the Association, Olayemi Ikotun made the call at the Association’s 2025 conference on Saturday in Abuja. The Conference with the theme “Advancement of Natural Plant Supplement in Nigeria” is organised by the association to highlight the gains of alternative medicine. According to Ikotun, the aim of the conference is to induct new members and to use the medium to educate the public on the importance of alternative medicine. He added that it was to propagate the use of effective natural medicinal supplements and raw material plant to tr...

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5Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NGO lauds Tinubu’s reforms, congratulates Nigerians at 65Commendation

Dr Kingsley Ogu, Convener of Enforcers of Good Governance (EGG), an NGO has commended President Bola Tinubu for the achievements recorded by his administration in the last two years. Ogu made the commendation in a statement issued in Abuja on Friday and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). He also congratulated Tinubu and Nigerians on the celebration of the nation’s 65th independence anniversary. “I want to commend Mr President for his reforms, especially the student loans, the coastal road project, and other legacy initiatives being undertaken by his administration. “With over N100 billion disbursed across 231 institutions and more than 581,000 beneficiaries, the student loan programme is magical. Posterity will be kind to you, Tinubu,” Ogu said. He stated t...

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5Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Women entrepreneurship workshop building legacy businesses – Convener

By Aderogba George The Convener, Women Entrepreneurship Workshop (WEW), Ngozi Enite-Okoro, says the Women Entrepreneurship Workshop is a transformational space that will not just enable women build enterprises but build legacy businesses. Enite-Okoro stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Abuja. According to her, when women come together to learn, the expectation is often inspiration and motivation. “But the WEW is more than a motivational platform, it is a transformational space where women take real, practical steps to move their businesses from passion projects to fully compliant, scalable, and investment-ready enterprises. “Since inception, WEW has achieved verifiable results. “More than 25 CAC business registrations have been comple...

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3Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Expert urges decisive action as fossil fuel demand declinesFossils

By Emmanuel Oloniruha A new research report has advised Nigeria to take decisive steps to diversify its economy as global demand for fossil fuels continues to decline. The report, titled “Domestic Implications of Existing and Planned Oil and Gas Demand Reduction Strategies for Nigeria”, was authored by Dr Oluwasola Omoju. Published on Tuesday by Climate Strategies and Salzburg Global, it warned that Nigeria faces urgent risks and untapped opportunities in the global energy transition. Omoju said Nigeria’s heavy dependence on oil and gas revenues makes it highly vulnerable to global decarbonisation efforts. He noted that in spite holding some of the world’s largest reserves, the country is already grappling with declining revenues, high production costs and limited refining ...

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3Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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ILO, OXFAM partner FG on gender equality in workplace

By Joan Nwagwu The International Labour Organisation (ILO), Oxfam and civil society groups have partnered with the Federal Government to promote gender equality in Nigerian workplaces. Mrs Olaolu Olaitan, Director, Inspectorate Department, Ministry of Labour and Employment, said this on Thursday at the stakeholders’ re-validation meeting on the National World of Work Gender Policy in Abuja. The meeting was organised by the Ministry of Labour and Employment in Abuja Olaitan said the policy was designed to eliminate discrimination, violence and harassment at work while advancing equity and inclusiveness. She explained that the re-validation process would strengthen the draft policy and align it with Nigeria’s realities and international best practices. Olaitan commended th...

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1Oct By Sharpedge NewsNo Comments

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Tinubu Honors Independence Heroes, Highlights Economic Progress

President Bola Tinubu paid tribute to Nigeria’s founding fathers as the country marked 65 years of independence. He recalled leaders like Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, and Ahmadu Bello, who envisioned a united and prosperous nation. Tinubu detailed milestones achieved under his administration, including a record non-oil revenue exceeding 20 trillion naira, reduced debt-service-to-revenue ratio, and an increase in foreign reserves to $42 billion. Nigeria has recorded five consecutive quarters of trade surplus, signaling economic diversification beyond oil. The president also highlighted improvements in youth empowerment programs, transport infrastructure, and national security efforts.

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1Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Nigeria @65: Fitness group in Bwari, FCT tasks citizens on regular exercise

NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIAYouth Initiative for Fitness and Impact (YIFI), a wellness and fitness group has tasked Nigerians on regular physical exercise to keep fit and enhance productivity.Comrade Kenneth Chima, National President, YIFI, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja, during the group’s fitness walk “Bwari Fitness Walk” to celebrate the Nigeria’s 65 independence anniversary.According to him, we want to use this fitness walk/exercise to chart a new course as a people to inspire hope, passion and courage on residents of the FCT.“We are also hopeful that this celebration will serves as a powerful reminder that we can become the better version of ourselves by genuinely changing our values, character, attitudes and  habits.“These qualities offer the right and healthy mindset necess...

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1Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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House committee commends NDPHC for high safety standards at Calabar power plant

By Constance Athekame The House of Representatives Committee on Safety Standards and Regulations has commended the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) for upholding high safety standards at the Calabar Power Plant in Odukpani, Cross River. Mr Emmanuel Ojor, Head, Corporate Communications and External Relations, NDPHC made this known in a statement in Abuja on Tuesday. Ojor said that the committee gave the commendation  after an on-the-spot assessment of the 565 Megawatts (MW) facility in Odukpani, noting the significant improvements since its last visit in 2018. The committee also called for improvement in the work environment for staff, including better lighting, rest areas for shift workers, and adequate seating in offices. He listed  members of the co...

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1Oct By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Aigbefoh Honored with Edo Quintessential Icon Award and Inducted into Edo Hall of Fame 2025

By Gami Tadanyigbe Chief Dr. Amb. Ebosetale David Aigbefoh, Esq., has been conferred with the Edo Quintessential Icon Award and formally inducted into the Edo Hall of Fame 2025 in recognition of his outstanding contributions to national development. The Edo State Quintessential Icons initiative was conceived as a noble platform to document, recognize, celebrate, and immortalize distinguished Edo sons and daughters whose lives and achievements have left enduring legacies in society. It is founded on the belief that excellence deserves recognition and that the stories of those who have contributed to the growth of Edo State, Nigeria, and humanity at large must be preserved for posterity. Through this initiative, the organizers seek to: Celebrate Heritage and Excellence by hon...

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