Stakeholders urge government to harness youth population for bio-economic growth By Olatunde Ajayi Stakeholders in agriculture and economic sectors have called on the government to harness opportunities in Nigeria’s huge youth population to boost the country’s economic diversification. The stakeholders, drawn from Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), academia,Continue Reading
By Oladapo Udom Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has described the widow of the late Admiral Augustus Aikhomu as an embodiment of patience, humility, selfless service and generosity. Sanwo-Olu said this on Friday during a commendation and holy communion service in honour of the widow, Rebecca, at the CathedralContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Chief Ehiagwina Patrick, Group Managing Director of Patjeda Group, says effective corporate social responsibility (CSR) by private sector firms can curb the rising migration of Nigerian youths abroad in search of better opportunities. Patrick, during a policy dialogue on Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development in NigeriaContinue Reading
Gboyega Isiaka, representing Yewa North/Imeko-Afon Federal Constituency, says the Badagry–Sokoto superhighway will unlock economic opportunities for border communities and reposition the South-West as a major trade and industrial gateway. Isiaka spoke to newsmen on Friday in Imeko on the sidelines of a formal reception for defected leaders ofContinue Reading
FG develops unified housing delivery framework for coherence with institutions, states By Bushrah Yusuf-Badmus The Federal Government said it has developed a unified Housing Delivery Framework to ensure ‘One Coherent National Housing Delivery System’ in the country. The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Alhaji Ahmed Dangiwa,Continue Reading
By Ilorin; The Builders, Construction and Skilled Artisans of Nigeria (BACSAAN) has called on the Federal Government to organise trainings on the latest technology for its members to enhance their professionalism. BACSAAN National President, Mr Mohammed Jamiu Fasasi made the call on Wednesday on the sidelines ofContinue Reading
How stigma isolates children with Cerebral Palsy in Kwara By Bushrah Yusuf-Badmus Saturday, Feb. 9, was meant to be an ordinary haircut day for Mrs Oluwabusayo Olaoye and her two sons. However, barely two minutes into her younger son Michael’s haircut, the atmosphere in the small neighbourhood salonContinue Reading
FG intensifies plans to establish local building materials manufacturing hub The Federal Government says it will intensify efforts to deepen industrial capacity through the establishment of local building materials manufacturing hubs. The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr Shuaib Belgore, made the remarkContinue Reading
Oyo State to Celebrate 50 Years with Carnival, Symposium, Awards By Adewale Owoade The Oyo State Government has unveiled a comprehensive programme of activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the creation of the state. The Chairman of the Oyo State @ 50 Anniversary Committee andContinue Reading
