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CHINA TO BUILD AFRICA’S FIRST INSULIN PRODUCTION FACILITY IN NIGERIA
Nigeria set to become a medical biotech hub with China’s groundbreaking local insulin project. Chinese Ambassador Yu Dunhai announced plans to establish Africa’s first local insulin production facility in Nigeria, aiming to end reliance on imports and improve diabetes care. Speaking at China’s 76th National Day reception in Abuja, Yu highlighted this project alongside other…
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RAMAPHOSA SPOTLIGHTS AFRICA’S RISE, CALLS FOR FAIR DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE
Africa’s growth demands fair trade, debt relief, and an end to conflict for true global progress. At the 80th UN General Assembly, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted Africa as “irreversibly on the rise” and urged decisive action to end global conflicts and promote sustainable development. He pointed to South Africa’s historic G20 presidency hosting…
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NHIA CELEBRATES QUADRUPLET BIRTH UNDER LIFE-SAVING EMERGENCY CARE PROGRAM
Life-saving maternal care delivers four healthy babies, highlighting progress in Nigeria’s healthcare.The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) celebrated a remarkable birth of quadruplets at the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital, Azare, under its Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (CEmONC) programme. The babies two boys and two girls were born via C-section on…
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EBERE OKEREKE WARNS U.S. AMERICA FIRST HEALTH STRATEGY UNDERMINES AFRICA’S HEALTH SOVEREIGNTY
Africa urged to unite and protect its health future amid shifting global aid dynamics. Ebere Okereke of the Tony Blair Institute cautions that the new U.S. America First Global Health Strategy risks weakening Africa’s health sovereignty by prioritizing U.S. interests over continental goals. She critiques the strategy’s blame on African inefficiency, ignoring donor-driven dependency, and…
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KEYAMO SEEKS INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT FOR NIGERIA’S RE-ELECTION TO ICAO COUNCIL
Nigeria pushes for global backing to strengthen its role in shaping international civil aviation. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, called on delegates at the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal to support Nigeria’s re-election to Part 2 of the ICAO Council. Highlighting Nigeria’s commitment to safe, secure, and sustainable air transport, Keyamo emphasized…
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INEC WARNS POLITICAL PARTIES AGAINST ABUSIVE CAMPAIGN LANGUAGE FOR 2026 FCT ELECTION
Calm, respectful campaigns urged as electioneering kicks off in FCT. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cautioned political parties involved in the 2026 Federal Capital Territory Area Council election to avoid using provocative and abusive language during their campaigns. According to Mr. Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education…
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TRIBUTE TO LATE SOLOMON ARASE: LEGENDARY I-G CELEBRATED FOR INTEGRITY AND SERVICE
Nigeria’s police family honors a disciplined, humane leader who left a lasting legacy. Inspector-General of Police Olukayode Egbetokun and former I-Gs gathered in Abuja to pay tribute to Solomon Arase, highlighting his exceptional blend of intellect, discipline, and humanism since joining the police in 1981. Arase moved steadily through the ranks, serving with quiet confidence…
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FEMALE REPORTERS URGED TO EMBRACE IMPACT JOURNALISM FOR SOCIETAL CHANGE
Female reporters called to build capacity, tell authentic women’s stories, and drive meaningful change. Fellows of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism’s ReportWomen 2025 Female Reporters Leadership Programme (FRLP) have urged women journalists across Nigeria to focus on impact journalism that transforms society. Speaking at the 6th Fellowship Induction and Award in Lagos, senior…
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SWAN INAUGURATES LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE FOR 60TH ANNIVERSARY
Preparations kick off for SWAN’s Diamond Jubilee to honor legends and envision the future. The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) launched its Local Organising Committee at the Abuja secretariat to oversee the 60th anniversary celebration. LOC Chair Ben Ogbemudia pledges full commitment, with the event set for October 30-31 to honor past heroes and…
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BENUE PARTNERS WITH MASS INTERNATIONAL AND SABASPAC TO BOOST FARMER MECHANISATION
New agri-programme empowers 300 farmers with tractors to restore Benue as Nigeria’s food basket. Benue Government, led by Gov. Hyacinth Alia, launched an agricultural mechanisation outgrower scheme to enhance food security and commercialise farming. The pilot supports farmer cooperatives with tractors, inputs, and technical aid, aiming for economic growth and inclusive development for youth and…
