The wife of Osun State Governor, Mrs. Titilola Adeleke, has called on the residents of the state to take advantage of the free testing sponsored by the Governors’ Forum and the World Health Organisation to get screened for diabetes and hypertension. Adeleke spoke in Osogbo, Osun State, on Monday at the launch of ‘Project 10 Million,’ a national health campaign …

The Federal Government has officially unveiled the Conversion Incentive Programme in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, marking a significant step towards diversifying the transportation sector and reducing oil dependency in the state. Unveiling the programme in a brief ceremony at Nsik Motors Terminal, Itam, Uyo, on Friday, the Programme Director and Chief Executive of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas …

Wale Adenuga Productions (WAP) has revamped its iconic comedy series Papa Ajasco, introducing a fresh version titled *Papa Ajasco & Company: Gen Z Papi*. The reimagined show is set to debut on 15 October, 2024. This new iteration follows the lead character, Papa Ajasco, also known as Gen Z Papi, who embarks on a journey to stardom as an Afrobeats …

Osun State Government has said the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke has introduced a new technology to solve the problem associated with the process of issuance of Certificate of Occupancy in the state. A statement by the State Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning, Mr. George Alabi, on Sunday, said the administration intended to solve the challenge through automation of …

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has unveiled the “Catch Them Young” programme aimed at tackling the growing menace of drug abuse among Nigeria’s youth, particularly in secondary schools. The unveiling ceremony took place at Government Secondary School, Tudun Wada, Wuse Zone 4, Abuja, on Friday, with NAFDAC Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, emphasising the importance …

The Ministry of Finance Incorporated on Tuesday unveiled plans for a market-driven mortgage fund aimed at expanding access to affordable homeownership in Nigeria. Spearheaded by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, the initiative is part of the One Million Homes Presidential Initiative. The fund, known as the Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate …

The Federal Government unveiled the Conversion Incentive Programme for Compressed Natural Gas in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on Thursday. The initiative is designed to mitigate the impact of fuel subsidy removal and promote a safer, cleaner, and more reliable transportation future for Nigeria. The Chief Executive Officer and Programme Director of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative, Michael …

The Federal Government has inaugurated the Power Sector Communications Team (PSCT) in a bid to enhance transparency and communication within the power sector. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Power House in Abuja, was presided over by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, who emphasised the importance of effective communication in addressing the sector’s challenges. This was disclosed in …

The Federal Government of Nigeria commissioned a 40kWp solar hybrid mini-grid in Rafinzurufi Community, Gwagwalada Area Council, within the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja on Saturday. This initiative, executed through the Rural Electrification Agency under the Rural Electrification Fund’s Call 2 programme, aims to provide clean, affordable, and reliable electricity to underserved communities in Nigeria. The Minister of State for the …

President Bola Tinubu has launched 30 hybrid-powered Compressed Natural Gas buses donated by Depots and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria at the State House in Abuja. Speaking during the inauguration of the CNG buses on Monday, Tinubu emphasised the urgent need for Nigeria to utilise its vast natural gas resources in the transportation sector. The President stated that CNG …