Author: Nigeriacurrent

Sanwo-Olu inaugurates LASU Library Complex

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Tuesday inaugurated the Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu Library Complex at the Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the new complex is said to be the biggest university library in West Africa. Speaking at the ceremony, Sanwo-Olu described the library as a symbol […]

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Tinubu hails Kwankwaso at 69

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, influential politician and former governor of Kano State, on his birthday on October 21, 2025. He rejoiced with his family, friends and political associates as they mark this special day. The President acknowledged Kwankwaso’s invaluable services to the country in the various leadership positions he […]

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Reps to probe utilisation of HIV, TB, Malaria grants

The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the utilisation of grants received by Nigeria to combat HIV, Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria from 2021 to 2025. The resolution was sequel to the adoption of a motion by Rep. Philip Agbese (APC-Benue) at plenary on Tuesday. Moving the motion, Agbese said that Nigeria had received an […]

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Tinubu names Doro as minister, sends name to Senate

President Bola Tinubu has forwarded a letter to the Senate seeking the confirmation of Dr Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State as a Minister. His nomination follows Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda’s election as the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) chairman in July. Yilwatda previously served as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction. Born on January […]

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Why Fortifying Ultra-Processed Foods Won’t Solve Nigeria’s Nutrition Crisis

By Bukola Olukemi-Odele Food fortification is a well-established public health intervention designed to address widespread micronutrient deficiencies in populations. Over time, this strategy has proven remarkably effective in tackling several serious health conditions. One of the most notable examples is the addition of iodine to salt, which successfully helped combat goitre, a painful swelling of […]

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Joy Ogwu: Everlasting fidelity to God and country

 By Kingsley Dike There are very few people in this world whose chance encounter with you has such a transformative impact in your growth and development as a person. Professor Joy Ogwu, former Nigerian Foreign Minister and Permanent Representative to the United Nations who recently passed was one of them. I had met her at […]

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Ex-Lagos deputy governor urges charity for 80th birthday

 A former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Alhaja Sinatu Ojikutu, has urged friends and family to convert gifts for her 80th birthday into feeding the less privileged. Ojikutu, Nigeria’s first democratically elected female deputy governor, made the appeal in a statement on Sunday ahead of her 80th birthday celebration scheduled for Thursday. She declared the […]

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Mutfwang salutes Gowon at 91

Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has congratulated Gen. Yakubu Gowon, Nigeria’s former Head of State, on his 91st birthday anniversary. This is contained in a congratulatory message by Dr Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs (DOPPA) to the governor. Mutfwang described Gowon as a towering national figure and extra-ordinary peace-builder, adding […]

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Police confirm death of serial murder suspect in Benue

The police command in Benue State has confirmed the death of one Saater Aii of Wannune, Tarka Local Government Area (LGA). The command’s spokesperson, DSP Udeme Edet, made the disclosure in a statement made available to newsmen on Monday in Makurdi. He said the suspect before his death was wanted for the alleged assassination of […]

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Tinubu felicitates Oba of Benin on 9th anniversary

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, CFR, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, on the 9th anniversary of his ascension to the throne. The President joined the government and people of Edo State, the traditional council, and family members in celebrating with His Royal Majesty on the occasion, which […]

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