NIS DG Moves to Strengthen Institute’s Legal Framework, Seeks Repeal and Re-Enactment of NIS Act
The Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H. E. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has disclosed that Management is pursuing the repeal and re-enactment of the NIS Act through the National Assembly as part of efforts to strengthen the Institute’s legal framework and reposition it to effectively deliver on its mandate. Shaibu made…
Omga007“More Than Lectures”: NIS Students Celebrate Sports Psychology Lecturer Attakhiru Abdulganiyu on His Birthday
By Destiny Jemiriayegbe It’s said that the golden fish has no hiding place. For the students of the National Institute for Sports, a birthday is more than cake and wishes. Today, it’s an opportunity to pause and honor the man they say has changed how they think about sports and the different games. Students of…
Jophia Nanker Gupar : A Sister, A friend, A Fighter
By Evelyn Onyilo, President/Founder, Initiative for Women’s Accelerated Development in Africa (INWOAD) The late Hon. Dr. Jophia Nanker Gupar was more than a sister and friend to Evelyn Onyilo. She was an ally, confidant and trusted family member, united with her by a shared vision of a society where women and young girls thrive in…
FCTA Begins Bus Terminals Operation, Urges Transporters Compliance
By Remi Johnson The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has commenced the operationalisation of its Mabuchi and Central bus and taxi terminals as part of efforts to eliminate illegal motor parks, improve passenger safety and modernise Abuja’s transportation system. The Mandate Secretary, FCTA Transportation Secretariat, Mr. Chinedum Elechi, who disclosed in Abuja while briefing journalists…
Breastfeeding Is First Immunization, Affordable, Life-Saving – Fasawe
By Remi Johnson Breastfeeding as been described has the first Immunization that is safe, most affordable and life-saving intervention required by every newborn for a healthy growth. The Mandate Secretary of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Health Services and Environment Secretariat, Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, stated this during the 2026 World Breastfeeding Week Commemoration in Primary…
Rt. Hon. Mukhtar Betara Bags WINSEC Grand Award as NAWOJ Launches Maiden Women in Security Summit
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has successfully launched the maiden edition of the Women in Security Summit and Awards (WINSEC) 2026, a landmark initiative designed to promote dialogue on security, celebrate exceptional leadership, and recognise individuals whose contributions have strengthened peace, security and national development in Nigeria. The…
Nigeria launches Tinubu Light Initiative as investor pledges $500 million for University Solar Projects
By Sharon Akuboh Nigeria has intensified its push for indigenous innovation and clean energy development, with the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) launching the Tinubu Light Initiative and a renewable energy investor announcing plans to provide up to $500 million for solar power projects across Nigerian universities. The announcements were made at the NextGen…
Gov Okpebholo Celebrates SSG Umar Musa Ikhilor on Birthday, Hails His Exceptional Service
By Jasmine Okogerie Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has congratulated the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a dependable administrator, an astute legal mind and a loyal partner in the administration’s drive to deliver good governance to the people of Edo…