Stanley Ihedigbo Federal Government, through the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) and the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), has addressed growing public concerns surrounding the newly introduced SON-NADDC Vehicle Conformity Assessment Programme (VehCAP), assuring…

New Era for mining revenue as NRS takes charge of royalties

Stanley Ihedigbo Collection of mineral royalties from mining operators across Nigeria has officially been transferred to the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), marking a significant shift in the administration of revenues from the country’s solid minerals sector.…

Alpha Morgan Bank reinforces commitment to education at Redeemer’s University Business School commissioning

L – R: Vice Chancellor, Redeemers University, Prof. Shadrach Olufemi Akindele; Managing Director, Dover Engineering Limited, Engr. Eloka Eje; Lead Pastor, Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Dominion Centre, Port Harcourt, Dr. Perez Araka; Mother-In-Israel, RCCG,…

50 Abia youths graduate from NCDMB-Bellazir welding, fabrication programme

Michael Olumide Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in partnership with Bellazir Energy Ltd, has successfully concluded a comprehensive Steel Welding and Fabrication training program for 50 youths in Abia State. The initiative, part of…

World Health Day 2026: CAPPA demands evidence-based policies, increased health funding

Akinbode Oluwafemi, Executive Director, CAPPA Stanley Ihedigbo As the world marks World Health Day 2026, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on governments at all levels in Nigeria to urgently address chronic underfunding…

FENRAD sounds alarm over Abia’s weak audit transparency score

Nkem Ukaegbu, Umuahia Following the release of the 2025 Subnational Audit Efficacy (SAE) Index, the Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy and Development (FENRAD) has raised serious concerns over Abia State’s dismal performance, describing it as a…

YALI empowers female teachers with AI skills in Anambra outreach

Mercy Iheoma Ihedigbo As global conversations intensify around the future of work and the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence, educators are increasingly being called upon to adapt to a rapidly evolving digital landscape. In Anambra State,…

Restoring hope beyond classroom: Activista, YALI reach vulnerable pupils in Onitsha

Mercy Iheoma Ihedigbo In commemoration of the International Day of Education, Activista Anambra, in partnership with YALI Network Anambra, carried out a heartfelt outreach initiative aimed at supporting vulnerable pupils at Lafiaji Primary School, Fegge, Onitsha.…

YALI launches Adopt-a-School Initiative, trains 55 Lagos students in business skills

Michael Olumide Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Network Lagos has empowered no fewer than 55 secondary school students through its Adopt-a-School Entrepreneurship Initiative in Lagos. The programme, organised by the Ikeja Division of YALI Network Lagos,…

Alleged ₦100,000 extortion: LASTMA begins probe, seeks evidence

Stanley Ihedigbo Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has launched a full-scale investigation into allegations that its officers extorted ₦100,000 from commercial bus drivers along Coastal Road, while calling on the accuser to provide credible evidence…

Abdullahi Lamino recognised for transforming lives through education

Michael Olumide Leading education advocate and Founder of the Education Support Initiative, Abdullahi Lamino, has been selected as one of the recipients of the prestigious Mirror Newspaper Excellence Award for Heroes of Our Time, in recognition…