UN Women has called for economic empowerment of women in Nigeria and the rest of West Africa, insisting that systemic inequality and other barriers standing in the path of women’s economic emancipation need to be crunched. Speaking at Women’s Economic Empowerment Learning Week in Abuja, with the theme: “Accelerating the progress of Women’s Economic Empowerment in Sub-Saharan Africa amidst changing contexts,” UN Women Country Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms. Beatrice Eyong told the gathering of stakeholders from countries in West Africa, that deliberations should be on Women’s Economic Empowerment through Affirmative Procurement in Africa, the challenges identified, the key…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
The North-East Development Commission (NEDC) has started the assessment of the level of destruction caused by flood that ravaged parts of Maiduguri and environs in order to take decision on area of intervention. The Managing Director of the commission, Mr Mohammed Alkali said Wednesday, 11 September, 2024 during a briefing in Maiduguri, Borno State capital. Alkali, while sympathising with the victims, pledged to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to cushion the effect of the flood disaster. He said: ”This is unfortunate incidence and I will advise that those living in the flood prone areas to exercise extreme caution and avoid those…
Former Nigeria’s President Olusegun Obasanjo has written to United State’s President, Joe Biden to remove Cuba from among the countries listed as sponsoring terrorism globally. The former President in a letter dated September 3, said the effect of the listing is adversely affecting millions of Cuban citizens. The letter read: “I have great pleasure in addressing this letter to you, Mr. President, in my capacity as former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, who has always advocated for peace, justice and the well-being of all nations. “It has been brought to my attention that Cuba is currently listed by…
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Taraba State government have commissioned the remodeled Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Laboratory at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Jalingo for HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and other priority diseases testing and treatment monitoring. In April 2023, a devastating fire destroyed the PCR laboratory, which brought life-saving HIV/AIDS treatment to the people of Taraba State. In response, USAID worked with the management of FMC Jalingo to remodel the virology laboratory in the facility to serve as a PCR laboratory, a specialized lab that tests HIV with high accuracy and precision. Following the remodeling, USAID also…
The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd) has expressed his heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the government and people of Borno state over the devastating flood disaster that has displaced thousands of residents and damaged several properties in the state, Marwa, who is a former Military Governor of the old Borno state in his condolence message to the state governor, Prof Babagana Zulum on Wednesday, 11 September, 2024 empathized with him, the Shehu of Borno, His Highness Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanem, victims and residents of the state over the…
As many parts of the country continue to cave in to flooding, the federal government has ordered the relocation of vulnerable populations from floodplains A public advisory on Wednesday by the Minister of Environment, Mallam Balarabe Lawal read: “As the threat of flooding may increase due to forecast trends, we urge the States, Local Governments, Stakeholders, and all citizens to relocate vulnerable populations from floodplains. “Avoid traveling to flood-prone areas; Follow evacuation orders; Desilt drainage systems; Motorists and pedestrians are cautioned to avoid crossing heavy run-off flow as well as cut-off highways; Stay informed through official channels and adhere to…
Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering strategic partnerships that drive national development. The College, at a courtesy call, welcomed a high-level delegation from the National Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), South West Zone, led by the Deputy Director and Zonal Coordinator, Mrs. Alice Akinsola. The purpose of the visit was to explore avenues for collaboration that would advance the promotion of tourism and cultural heritage in Nigeria, with focus on engaging youth and educational institutions. In her remarks, Mrs. Akinsola expressed the NTDA’s vision to “spread the gospel of tourism and culture” across the…
President Bola Tinubu was warmly received on Wednesday, 11 September, 2024, in London by His Majesty King Charles III at Buckingham Palace for a private meeting, highlighting the enduring and cherished relationship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. This will be the two leaders’ first meeting since they met in Dubai at the COP 28 Climate Summit last year. The latest meeting was at the King’s request. Both leaders discussed global and regional matters of shared priority, focusing on the urgent and complex challenge of climate change. President Tinubu and His Majesty also explored opportunities for collaboration in anticipation of…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has approved two days off duty per week for officers on Grade Level 01-14, while officers on Grade Level 15-17 are to maintain one day off duty per week. A statement by the state Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya said the gesture is aimed at further easing the burden on the teeming workers who now face more significant challenges commuting to work. According to the Head of Service, the gesture is expected to translate to substantial relief while also enhancing service delivery through a more motivated and energized workforce. He described Governor Abiodun…
Ogun State workers will soon smile as the state Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has stated that his administration is working towards implementing the new minimum wage. The Governor, who made this statement at a meeting with the leadership of organized labor held at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan Abeokuta, noted that workers have been instrumental in the rapid economic growth the state is witnessing. He promised the union leaders that Ogun State would not take second place in the implementation of the new minimum wage. He said: “On the new minimum wage, all hands are on deck working assiduously, and I…