Elections: Facebook is Working to Reduce the Spread of Misinformation Across Africa
By Akua Gyekye With a number of upcoming elections across Africa, Facebook is working to reduce the spread of misinformation, protect election integrity and support civic engagement across the…
Alcohol in Sachets Greatly Contribute to Increased Drug, Alcohol Abuse -NAFDAC
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it will no longer approve new registration for alcohol packaged in sachets. The Director General, Prof. Mojisola…
Nigeria’s Q4, 2018 GDP, Clear Indication of Effectiveness of Economic Policies – FG
In what is a clear indication of the effectiveness of the economic policies of the Buhari presidency, Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures recorded a marked improvement in the…
African Heads Pledge to Support ABC Health, To Tackle Basic Health Challenges
Tony Elumelu and Dangote Heads of Government in Africa have pledged their supports to the African Business Coalition for Health (ABC Health). ABC Health is a joint initiative…
Ambode Receives ICC Cricket World Cup Trophy, Plans to Institutionalise Sport in Secondary Schools
Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday received the 2019 World Cup Trophy of the International Cricket Council (ICC), with a pledge to come up with action…
4,695 Smart Card Readers destroyed in Anambra inferno; it won’t affect polls – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed that 4,695 Smart Card Readers were destroyed in an inferno that occurred in its office in Awka, Anambra on Tuesday. Mr Festus…
Jumia, Konga plan $1.5b, $3.2b international IPOs
The Nigerian e-Commerce market is set for exciting times ahead as two major players, Jumia and Konga, are reportedly set for eye-catching listing of their shares on the international market….
Protest: JOHESU Demands Upgrade of Hospitals Across Nigeria
The Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) on Tuesday in Abuja urged the Federal Government to upgrade hospitals across the country to ensure quality healthcare delivery. Mr Jelili Kilani, the…
NCAA Refute Claims of Nigeria Aircraft Operating With Worn Out Tyre
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) says no airline in Nigeria can operate an aircraft with worn out tyre based on safety checks put in place by the agency….
Arrested Election Day Offenders to Face Immediate Trial- CP Muazu
CP, Lagos State, Zubairu Muazu The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, CP Zubairu Muazu, says the security agency is working with the judiciary to ensure persons arrested…