Author: NewsUltra360
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FG PUSHES TO INTEGRATE TRADITIONAL MEDICINE INTO NATIONAL HEALTHCARE
Nigeria steps up efforts to validate and mainstream traditional medicine for safer, effective healthcare. Minister Dr. Iziaq Salako announced bold initiatives to build evidence and regulation for traditional medicine in Nigeria, unveiling strategic policy documents and promoting collaboration with global partners. With over 200 medicinal plants documented and agencies boosting research and standards, the government…
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BPP ORDERS ONLINE REGISTRATION OF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS BY SEPTEMBER 8
Federal agencies must update procurement officer records to boost management efficiency. The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) directed all federal accounting officers to ensure procurement officers complete online registration by Sept. 8, following a presidential directive. BPP DG Dr. Adebowale Adedokun explained the new Procurement Management System (POMS) will unify and update procurement records, with…
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APAPA CUSTOMS RAISES N215BN IN AUGUST DESPITE UCMS GLITCHES
Homegrown B’Odogwu platform powers record revenue, signalling a trade system breakthrough. Nigeria Customs Service’s Apapa Command generated N215 billion in August using the new Unified Customs Management System (B’Odogwu), despite network challenges. Comptroller Babatunde Olomu praised stakeholder confidence and resilience, assuring ongoing improvements to make the system a reliable trade facilitation tool that will boost…
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ABUJA-KADUNA RAIL REPAIR TO BE COMPLETED IN 10 DAYS, SAYS MINISTER
Rapid response underway to restore train operations after derailment near Asham Station. Transport Minister Said Alkali confirmed that repairs to the 150-meter damaged Abuja-Kaduna rail tracks will finish within 10 days. NRC staff are working around the clock to clear wreckage and fix the line, with damaged coaches to be removed shortly. The government is…
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KWARA LAUNCHES RESMAT TO SAVE MOTHERS AND NEWBORNS IN RURAL AREAS
Kwara’s new emergency transport programme aims to end delays in maternal and newborn care. Kwara Government introduced the Rural Emergency Services and Maternal Transport (RESMAT) in Moro LGA to ensure timely, free emergency care and transport for pregnant women and newborns. Health Commissioner Dr. Amina El-Imam and RESMAT Coordinator Dr. Arigidi highlighted efforts to tackle…
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MINISTER TIJANI URGES AFRICA TO LEVERAGE AI FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH AT GITEX
AI is Africa’s bridge to global competitiveness—minister calls for urgent investment in digital infrastructure and skills. At the 2025 GITEX Africa launch, Minister Bosun Tijani emphasised that Africa must adopt AI to avoid falling behind, highlighting its potential to boost productivity, create jobs, and transform sectors like agriculture and education. He urged investments in connectivity,…
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LIVERPOOL CLOSE TO SIGNING MARC GUEHI FOR £35M IN SUMMER SPLASH
Liverpool targets defensive boost with Palace captain Marc Guehi as part of a £500M summer spree. Premier League champions Liverpool have agreed a £35 million deal for Crystal Palace and England centre back Marc Guehi, who scored in Palace’s recent win and is undergoing a medical. The club is also set to confirm a record…
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NBMA VOWS STRICT REGULATION ON GMOs, WARNS OF SANCTIONS FOR VIOLATORS
Nigeria’s biosafety agency assures rigorous science-based checks to protect people and environment from unauthorized GMOs. The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) reaffirmed its strict approval process for GMOs, requiring detailed scientific risk assessments and public review before approval. NBMA warns violators will face sanctions including seizure and destruction of unauthorized GMOs. The agency highlights its…
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AFRICA URGED TO BUILD SHARED INFRASTRUCTURE FOR AI AND 4IR LEADERSHIP
Collaborative digital foundations key for Africa to thrive in the AI era, says NITDA DG at GITEX Africa. Malam Kashifu Inuwa, NITDA DG, called on African nations to unite in developing talent, infrastructure, and policies to lead the Fourth Industrial Revolution and AI transformation. Highlighting Nigeria’s initiatives like the Talent Acceleration and Digital Literacy programmes,…
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PROF. BARTH NNAJI APPOINTED CHAIR OF EBONYI ECONOMIC COMMITTEE
Ebonyi taps power expert Nnaji to lead industrial revival amid energy challenges. Former Power Minister Prof. Barth Nnaji now chairs Ebonyi’s 15-member Economic Committee, tasked by Governor Francis Nwifuru to drive industrialization and tackle erratic power supply. The committee will focus on reviving cement factories, harnessing salt resources, and attracting investments to boost the state’s…
