Intl Widows Day : NAWOJ Demands Stronger Protection, Economic Empowerment for Widows
By Cynthia Talatu Batuta The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has called for stronger legal protections, economic empowerment initiatives, and an end to harmful traditional practices that continue to undermine the rights and dignity of widows across Nigeria. The call was made as the association joined the global community in commemorating the 2026 International…
Omga007Over 137,133 EBSHIA Beneficiaries Endorse Nwifuru for Second Term
By Nkechinyere Ewa, Abakaliki (Opinion) More than 137,133 beneficiaries of the Ebonyi State Health Insurance Scheme on Tuesday endorsed Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru for a second term in office, citing his administration’s healthcare interventions as one of the most impactful achievements of his government. The beneficiaries, made up largely of nursing mothers, pregnant women, children…
Ronaldo at 41 : Still Silencing Critics, Still Making Portugal Proud
By Destiny Jemiriayegbe When many footballers have long retired and settled into punditry or coaching roles, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy age, expectations and criticism. At 41, the Portuguese captain once again reminded the football world why he remains one of the greatest players ever to grace the game, producing a masterclass performance in Portugal’s…
Business Women of Influence for Renewed Hope Agenda Unveils Logo at Abuja Launch
By Sharon Akuboh, Abuja Abuja witnessed a defining moment in women’s empowerment and leadership advocacy as the Business Women of Influence for Renewed Hope Agenda officially unveiled its logo during the grand launch of the organization. The unveiling ceremony emerged as one of the most memorable highlights of the event, drawing admiration, excitement and applause…
NSITF, South Africa’s Rand Mutual’s Partnership will strengthen Africa’s Social protection systems – Faleye…As Fund Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening the ECS
Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barr. Oluwaseun Faleye, has said collaboration between the Fund and Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) of South Africa would strengthen Africa’s social protection system. Faleye stated this on Tuesday when he hosted a high-level delegation from RMA South Africa led by the Group Chief Executive…
International Widows’ Day : FG Pushes Justice, Economic Empowerment for Nigerian Widows
By Joy Omagha Idam As Nigeria joined the rest of the world to commemorate the 2026 International Widows’ Day, the Federal Government has renewed its commitment to protecting widows from harmful traditional practices while expanding economic opportunities and social protection programmes aimed at improving their livelihoods. Speaking in a statement to mark the occasion on…
Tinubu Flags Off S20 Gaduwa Road Construction, With 6-Month Timeline
By Remi Johnson President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has flagged off the construction of the Southern Parkway service carriageways from Arterial Road S20 (Oladipo Diya Way) to Ring Road 2 in Abuja, with a six-month completion timeline. The Southern Parkway which serves as a major transportation corridor linking different phases of Abuja, stretches from the Inner…
Relief as Tinubu Commissions Lot 2 Water Supply Project in Karu
By Remi Johnson President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned the Lot 2 Water Supply Project in Karu Satellite Town, declaring that the era of abandoned projects in satellite communities is over. President Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashmir Shettima said the Karu Water Project is the second phase of the water supply scheme completed by…