Author: Newsjaunts
Union Bank, one of the nation’s most respected financial institutions,reinforced its commitment to national progress as a proud partner of the inaugural International Civil Service Conference held on June 25 and 26, 2025 at the Eagle Square Arena, Abuja. The conference, themed “Rejuvenate, Innovate & Accelerate,” convened civil servants, policymakers, and development partners to drive reforms and digital transformation in Nigeria’s public service. Organised by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation and the GlobalGovernment Forum UK, the conference highlighted critical priorities such as strong inclusive leadership, fostering an agile and digital culture, and effective public…
As a mark of recognition for brilliance and dedication, Governor Dapo Abiodun has appointed Tunde Delu as a Senior Special Assistant (SSA). Tunde Delu, a former banker and well-known sports administrator, currently serves in an adhoc position as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation. He has contributed to various national sporting efforts, including serving on committees such as the Local Organising Committee of the recently concluded National Sports Festival, where he chaired the Catering Subcommittee, successfully providing three square meals daily to over 10,000 athletes and officials from across Nigeria’s 36 states and the FCT.…
In a significant leap toward smarter healthcare delivery, the Lagos State Government has launched a new digital platform comprising the Lagos State Blood Transfusion Committee (LSBTC) website and a Blood Inventory Management System (BIMS). This innovation supports improved access to real-time blood supply data, enabling more coordinated and effective healthcare delivery. The launch, which took place recently at Providence by Martins, GRA, Ikeja, marks a significant milestone in Lagos State’s journey toward digitalised, data-driven health services. It further demonstrates the state’s commitment to leveraging technology to transform healthcare delivery. With interoperability at its core, the new system integrates seamlesslywith the Lagos Smart Health Information Platform (Lagos SHIP),…
Abeokuta, Ogun State – July 6, 2025 The Ogun State chapter of the National Association of Political Science Students (NAPSS) has officially endorsed Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, for the 2027 Ogun State governorship election. At a press conference held at the Iwe Iroyin Press Centre in Abeokuta, the association’s President, Comrade Florence Badejo, declared the group’s unanimous support for the Senator representing Ogun West at the National Assembly. She cited his “track record of competence, compassion, consistency, and good governance” as the driving force behind their endorsement. “Senator Adeola’s leadership style exemplifies the core principles of…
By Gbenga Shaba In 2025, a critical question resonates across Nigeria: “Am I better off today than I was yesterday?” For the vast majority of Nigerians, this is not a rhetorical exercise but a stark, lived reality, whispered in homes fractured by hunger and screamed in the silent desperation of stalled ambitions. From the bustling arteries of Lagos to the tranquil villages of Lafia, the answer, tragically, is a resounding no. Since the return to democratic governance in 1999, despite five presidents promising a brighter dawn, each new regime seems to bring less hope and more profound hardship. The very…
The 25th anniversary edition of the MILO Basketball Championship came to an exciting close at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, with Father O’Connell Science College, Niger State, and Government Secondary School (GSS) Karu, FCT, emerging as national champions in the male and female categories, respectively. The national finals brought together the best secondary school basketball teams from across Nigeria in a thrilling celebration of sporting excellence and youth empowerment. This milestone edition highlighted the impact of the championship, which has helped shape the lives of students in over 13,000 schools this year. In a hard-fought…
The recurring tragedy of building collapse in Lagos once again came under the spotlight today as stakeholders from across Nigeria’s building industry gathered at the University of Lagos for the Professor Leke Oduwaye-Adron Homes Urban Development Dialogue, a high-level forum aimed at addressing regulatory and construction lapses fueling the crisis. Themed “Recurring Building Collapse in Lagos: The Challenge of Regulatory Oversight and Construction Practices,” the dialogue was organized by the Department of Urban and Regional Planning (DURP), University of Lagos, in collaboration with real estate giant, Adron Homes. Delivering goodwill remarks, the Group Chairman of Adron Group, Sir Aare Adetola…
Anambra State Governor, Professor Charles Soludo, and members of Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) have approved additional training and a code of conduct for the state’s law enforcement agents, to enhance performance. The decision was reached at the 13th ANSEC meeting held at the new government house called the Light House, Awka, on Monday, June 30, 2025, where other crucial state matters of developmental effect were also discussed. The State’s Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, stated that this stems from Governor Soludo’s transformation of the vital sectors of the state, thereby making it the dream place for the people with…
Kano, Nigeria, July 2, 2025 — The Federal Government has commissioned the fully refurbished and restored Kano Digital Industrial Park, reaffirming its commitment to inclusive digital growth, youth empowerment, and strong private sector collaboration. The facility, which suffered significant damage during the August 2024 protests, has now been fully restored through a generous intervention by IHS Nigeria. The commissioning ceremony, which took place on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, was led by the President of Nigeria, ably represented by the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani. The event was graced by several dignitaries, including the Deputy Governor of Kano State (representing the Governor) AminuAbdussalam Gwarzo; the…
Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) has approved a start-up business incubation programme run by the Solution Innovation District (SID) to assist early-stage businesses in 2025. The decision was reached at the 13th ANSEC meeting held at the new government house called the Light House, Awka, on Monday, June 30, 2025. The State’s Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, stated that this special business startup training supports Governor Soludo’s goal of promoting innovation-led growth and establishing Anambra as a centre for entrepreneurship and technology. The programme, which will be offered in two batches of eight-week cohorts, will develop tech-enabled, scalable solutions in…