Sanwo-Olu to declare open conference of communication scholars and professionals
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State is to declare the 11th Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals (ACSPN) open on September 4, 2024. The two-day event is billed for the Airport Hotel, Ikeja. The governor who is the Special Guest of Honour and Chief Host for the two-day event is to set the tone for […]
FG reiterates commitment to promoting peace, security
The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment towards strengthening it efforts to counter terrorism, prevent tragedy and promote peace and security in the country. Ribadu, represented by Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka, National Counter-Terrorism Coordinator, disclosed this during the commemoration of the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the victims […]
Four million children malnourished in Northeast, Northwest, FG declares
The Federal Government has said more than four million children in the Northeast and Northwest regions are malnourished. Mrs Ladidi Bako-Aiyebusi, the Director of Nutrition Department in the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, made this known on Wednesday at a five-day meeting with nutrition experts and stakeholders in Keffi local government area of […]
President approves conversion of Specialist Hospital to Federal UniversityTeaching Hospital
President Bola Tinubu has approved the takeover and conversion of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Lafia, to the Federal University of Lafia Teaching Hospital, Nasarawa, following a request by the Nasarawa State Government. The conversion of the health facility to a federal teaching hospital will not only enhance the training of students in medical and allied […]
Tinubu reappoints chief medical directors of Kano and Bauchi Teaching Hospitals
President Bola Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Professor Abdurrahman Abba Sheshe as the Chief Medical Director of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Kano, for a second and final term of four years, with effect from December 5, 2023. He has also approved the reappointment of Professor Yusuf Jibrin Bara as Chief Medical Director of Abubakar […]
Tinubu mourns Justice Ayoola
President Bola Tinubu has condoled with the Ayoola family of Ilesha, Osun State, over the passing of Justice Emmanuel Olayinka Ayoola, (CON). The late Justice Ayoola was a retired justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and former Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Justice Ayoola had an illustrious […]
Tinubu condemns killing of Sokoto monarch
President Bola Tinubu has condemned the tragic circumstances leading to the passing of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Isa Bawa, the District Head of Gatawa District in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. He described the savage attack on the traditional ruler as deeply disturbing and a heinous act that will not go without […]
Media roundtable participants seek more attention to audit reports
Participants at a media roundtable in Lagos have highlighted the importance of consistent reportage of the statutory government audit reports at federal, state and local government levels. The participants, comprising 40 editors, gathered at the Third FrontFoot Media Roundtable to discuss “The Nexus Between Media and Government Accountability”. According to a communique, made available on […]
Help fight sexual harassment in schools, NGO tells media
An NGO, The Alliance for Africa (AFA), has urged media organisations to champion the fight against sexual harassment at the nation’s tertiary educational institutions. The NGO made the call at a two-day capacity building training for media professionals in Abuja. The training was designed to enhance their understanding of national and legal frameworks in addressing […]
Tinubu off to France Monday
President Bola Tinubu will embark on a trip to France on Monday, August 19, departing from Abuja, the nation’s capital. A terse statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) said, the President will return to the country after his brief work stay in France.
