Amid Economic Hardship, CBN Africa Announces ₦10 Million Telethon to Bring Hope to NigeriansAbuja, Nigeria
As Nigerians continue to grapple with the rising cost of living and increasing pressure on household incomes, many families, particularly those in rural communities, are struggling to meet basic needs, including food, healthcare, and other essential necessities. Against this backdrop, the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), Africa, has announced its 2026 Telethon, a live fundraising broadcast…
Omga0072027 Elections: Journalists Charged to Prioritize Fact-Checking, Professionalism
The International Press Center, IPC, has charged journalists and media organisations in Nigeria to prioritise professional standards, democratic accountability, and issue-based reporting ahead of the 2027 general elections. The call was made in Kano during an interface with the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, editors and publishers, organised by IPC under Component 4, Support to…
SWS Hails Flamingos On Historic FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Victory
By Sharon Akuboh The STANDUP FOR WOMEN SOCIETY (SWS) joyfully congratulates Nigeria’s Flamingos on their historic victory at the just concluded FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The Flamingos defeated Japan 2-1 in a thrilling final played on Saturday, 7th November, 2026 at the Mohammed VI Football Complex, Rabat, to lift Nigeria’s first-ever FIFA…
A Century of Service, A Father’s Love : Kaduna Mourns Alh Abubakar Muhammad Sanga
By Abdulbaki Ibrahim When a man lives to 100, he does not just live a long life. He lives many lives in one. Alh. Abubakar Muhammad Sanga lived as a teacher, as an administrator, as an electoral umpire, as a father of ten, and as a grandfather whose house in Unguwan Sanusi, Kaduna, became a…
NUJ Disowns Facebook Platform Operating as “Secret Reporter”
NUJ Disowns Facebook Platform Operating as “Secret Reporter” The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has received several complaints from members of the public, public officials, and journalists concerning alleged acts of blackmail, ethical violations, and unprofessional conduct attributed to a Facebook-based platform operating under the name “Secrets Reporter”. In view of these complaints and the…
NIS DG Moves to Revamp Facilities, Says Sports Devt Must Be Private-Sector Driven
The Director-General/CEO of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H.E. Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has commended Assuage Wellness, Cloudsports and G-Innovations for their intervention in the renovation of the Institute’s Academic Building, Hostel and Gymnasium Building, describing the initiative as a significant step towards strengthening private-sector participation in sports development. The DG, while expressing…
MHWUN Boss, Comrade Usman Abubakar Dabban, Marks Another Year of Impactful Leadership and Services
From Rashidat Suleiman ,Minna The Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN), Niger State Council, has felicitated with its Chairman, Comrade Usman Abubakar Dabban, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a committed labour leader, dedicated unionist, and an advocate of workers’ welfare and development. The Council acknowledges Comrade Dabban’s outstanding contributions…
Gov Yusuf Unveils ₦50,000 Monthly Empowerment Grants for 5,200 Kano Women
By Sharon Akuboh The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has unveiled a ₦50,000 monthly empowerment grant scheme for 5,200 women across the state as part of his administration’s sustained efforts to advance women’s economic empowerment, promote self-reliance and improve household livelihoods. The Governor unveiled the programme on Monday at the Open Theatre, Government…