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Human rights activist, Femi Falana, has stated that the presidential pardon granted late foremost Ogoni environment right activist, Kenule Saro-Wiwa, and eight of his compatriots was in order. LEADERSHIP recalls that President Tinubu had on Thursday granted pardon to Saro-Wiwa and his compatriots, who were hanged on November 10, 1995 following a judgement of a […]
Bauchi State has secured investment commitments exceeding $5.2 billion following the conclusion of the Bauchi Economic and Investment Summit where the state government signed 47 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with both local and foreign investors. The summit, held at the Sir Ahmadu Bello International Conference Centre, Bauchi, attracted delegations and investors from China, Tunisia, Algeria, […]
First Bank of Nigeria has inaugurated a fully automated Digital Experience Centre at Bayero University Kano (BUK) to improve customer service through technology-driven banking. During the inauguration, the group head of Branch Operations and Services, Mrs Abimbola Ajayi, said the centre represents the bank’s push towards full digital transformation and enhanced convenience for customers. She […]
The Katsina State government has ordered the closure of several private tertiary institutions operating without proper accreditation or licenses from regulatory bodies. The commissioner for Higher, Technical and Vocational Education, Dr Muhammad Isah Kankara, disclosed this during the 2026 pre-budget defence before the committee chaired by the commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Malik Anas, […]
The medical director, National Orthopaedic Hospital Jos, Prof Inalegwu Onche, has stated that the hospital is now fully equipped to provide a wide range of specialist services. He said such services include joint replacement surgeries, trauma and spine care, limb lengthening, reconstructive procedures, physiotherapy, prosthetics and emergency services. According to him, the hospital has commenced […]
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has entered into a strategic corporate partnership with the Nigeria Police Force through the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) as part of efforts to build secure communities for young people. According to NECA’s director general, Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, the partnership reflects a shared commitment to create safer […]
Mashiah Foundation and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has provided support for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Bokkos and Bassa local government areas of Plateau State. Over 830 vulnerable individuals received relief materials and financial support from the organisations yesterday. The executive director of Mashiah Foundation, Pastor Bayo Oyebade, while speaking during the […]
First lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, has urged collective action to support the girl-child, saying every girl deserves the chance to reach her full potential. In her message to mark the International Day of the Girl Child 2025, themed “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead: Girls on the Frontlines of Crisis,” the first lady […]
The Gwong Development Association (GDA) has condemned the spate of killings, destruction of farms and damage to property allegedly being carried out by Fulani herdsmen in parts of Gwong Land, particularly in Tanda, Asso District in Kaduna State. In a statement issued signed by its president, Prof. I. K. Auta yesterday, the association described the […]
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has signed two agreements with the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and the SERVICOM Office to strengthen collaboration for data-driven decision-making and improved service delivery. Speaking during the signing ceremony, the Director General of NHIA, Dr Kelechi Ohiri, reiterated the importance of accurate data in ensuring Universal Health Coverage […]