Fully-Vaccinated People Can Gather Without Masks – CDC
People who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 can gather indoors unmasked with others who have been vaccinated, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in new guidance…
AfDB approves $1.3m grants for two research efforts to enhance women’s digital access to loans, micro-insurance
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved two grants for research that will increase African women’s access to a range of digital financial services including loans and micro-insurance. The grants,…
Wike: Infrastructure Governor like no other
Governor Nyesom Wike is only one in a class of 36 governors. But he stands out. He towers over his peers in infrastructure development. He’s simply bullish about it, weaving…
NBA, BAL launch Gender Equality Initiatives in Africa
In commemoration of International Women’s Day, the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Basketball Africa League (BAL) have announced the launch of several initiatives to advance gender equality and economic…
IWD: Bring abductions of women, girls to an end – Aisha Buhari charges Nigerian leaders
The first lady of Nigeria, Aisha Buhari has urged Nigerian leaders to bring an immediate end to the incessant abductions of women and girls in the country. In a message…
Buhari Approves Establishment Of Federal Polytechnic Orogun, Delta
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the establishment of the Federal Polytechnic Orogun, Delta State. The President’s approval was conveyed to The Obarisi of Urhoboland and Deputy President of the Senate,…
Naira 4 Dollar scheme aimed at reducing rent-seeking activities, enhance flexible, transparent diaspora remittances – Emefiele
Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, says the new, “Naira 4 Dollar Scheme’’ for diaspora remittances will enhance a transparent and more flexible remittance administration….
Benin Republic, RIFAN to sign MoU to boost local rice production
The Republic of Benin is going into partnership with the Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN) to boost her local rice production. RIFAN National President, Alhaji Aminu Goronyo made this…
Hijab controversy: Kwara govt rescinds decision on 10 schools reopening as C&S Church seeks God’s intervention
Kwara government on Monday rescinded its decision to reopen 10 schools shut on account of a controversy surrounding the wearing of hijab by their students, citing safety reasons. The reversal…
Buhari’s Chief Of Staff, Garba Shehu, Others Take COVID-19 Vaccination
The Chief of Staff to the President, Professor Ibrahim Gambari, and the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu have received their first dose of…