The Kwara State Government, under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, is set to launch a free screening exercise for hypertension and diabetes across all 16 Local Government Areas of the state. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Health’s Press Secretary, Falade Gbenga, the week-long exercise will run from October 28 to November 3. The state Commissioner for Health, Amina Ahmed El-Imam, made this announcement during a…

The Nigerian Senate has approved 15 percent from the Consolidated Revenue Fund as source of funding for the newly created zonal development commissions by member-states.The approval followed consideration and adoption of the report of the Senate Committee on Special Duties on the bills establishing the commissions on Thursday.The lawmakers were earlier divided over the source of funding for the newly created zonal development commissions, which emerged during the clause-by-clause consideration…

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakuleyin, has emphasised the pressing need for government intervention regarding the issues faced by Almajiri and out-of-school children. He declared these matters to be national concerns that require immediate action from relevant authorities. Oba Olakunlehin stated this on Friday, during a courtesy visit paid to him by the Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education, Dr. Muhammad Sani Idris…

A Nigerian Naval leading seaman (LS), simply identified as Akila has gunned down his colleague (name withheld) during an argument in Dansadau, Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. According to SaharaReporters, the incident happened on Friday at about 6am. Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, has confirmed the incident. The two personnel, who were serving at Team 3, former Operation Hadarin Daji now newly named Operation…

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has expressed displeasure against the University of Lagos (UNILAG) management, denying any agreement on the proposed annual fee increment, following a recent meeting with student representatives. NANS in a statement made available to Vanguard on Friday by the Senate President, NANS headquarters, Senator Akinteye Afeez Babatunde, firmly refuted claims that student representatives consented to these hikes, labelling the assertions as misleading and an…

At the National Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2024 celebration, Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation, underscored the essential role of digital literacy in combating misinformation and promoting responsible media consumption. The event, held on Friday, October 25, focused on the theme “New Digital Frontiers of Information: Media and Information Literacy for Public Interest Information,” and was organised by the International Media and Information Literacy Institute in…

The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has approved the bid by the Kogi State Government to build an International Airport in Zariagi. The State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr Kingsley Fanwo, said the approval was conveyed in a letter by the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, dated 9th October, 2024. He said the administration of Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo was committed to the timely completion…

The Rivers State Government (RSG) has signed a substantial Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiative in waste management to sustain the state’s economy and create jobs, particularly for youths. This initiative was announced after Governor Siminalayi Fubara signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth $300 million with Intec and Omene Group of Companies at the Ministry of Justice in Port Harcourt on Thursday. The deal covers the Waste-to-Wealth project, a 200MW power…

Following allegations of revenue leakages totaling N32,151,775,466.87 accrued to the coffers of the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) on behalf of the Federal Government between 2015 and 2022, the House of Representatives has issued a 96-hour ultimatum to the Chief Executive Officer of the commission, Engineer Gbenga Komolafe to appear before them. Chairman of the House Committee on Public Accounts, Hon. Bamidele Salam, during the investigative hearing on Thursday,…

Nigeria, alongside 12 other nations have joined the BRICS bloc as partner countries, enhancing their economic linkages with the intergovernmental alliance. BRICS, initially composed of Brazil, Russia, India, and China, expanded in 2010 to include South Africa. In 2024, the alliance admitted Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates as full members, all of whom participated in the Kazan summit. The announcement was made during the 16th annual BRICS…

Five persons allegedly involved in the killing of a 46-year-old University of Ilorin graduate, Lanre Adebayo have been arrested. The Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Kwara State Police Command, Toun Ejire-Adeyemi confirmed the arrest of the all-male suspects. The deceased, a Political Science graduate was tortured to death on Monday, October 21, 2024. According to reports, the arrested persons included a community leader, two local vigilant security guards, and…

In a significant move to alleviate the impact of economic hardship on vulnerable populations, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has distributed over 1,200 bags of rice to less privileged women in Anambra State. Each bag weighs 25 kilograms, aimed at providing much-needed support to families struggling to make ends meet. The distribution event, held on Friday, October 25, underscores the First Lady’s commitment to empowering women and addressing food insecurity in…