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‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎. ‎ ‎Kolawole (aka Iya Gani) , lawyer and a human rights activists is to preside over the association’s affairs ‎ ‎This is her acceptance speech,the new chairperson thanked the new members of the National Executive Committee are indebted to God Almighty who has given us the grace to see another day and with humility we express our profound gratitude to as many comrades who came from far and wide to graced the occasion through physical appearances,virtual attendance and absentis we say thank you. ‎ ‎This is a clarion call for the voiceless, for the legacy. …

‎‎‎The Managing Director of Pinecrest HealthCare Limited, Dr Chijioke Onyia, has called for a comprehensive overhaul of quality assurance systems in Nigerian medical laboratories, warning that inaccurate and unreliable diagnostic results could endanger patients’ lives.‎‎Onyia made the call while briefing journalists on the company’s inaugural Quality Assurance Summit, themed: “From Bench to Benchmark: Raising Laboratory Quality Standards for Patient Care.” The summit is being organised by Pinecrest HealthCare Limited in partnership with global diagnostics firm, Bio-Rad.‎‎According to him, quality in laboratory medicine must go beyond producing technically acceptable results to embracing continuous measurement and systematic improvement across the entire analytical…

‎‎Dr Bolaji Akinyemi, the convener of Naija PVC has called for nation-building where no one is oppressed as stated in Nigeria’s national anthem.‎‎‎Akinyemi made the call during a special thanksgiving service in Lagos to pray for the nation and her citizens in celebration of her 66th anniversary as a nation. ‎He warned that the future of the nation’s democracy cannot be left for the political class alone. ‘Citizens must become knowledgeable, organised and actively engaged in the political process,” he added.‎‎He said that Nigerians need to thank God for preserving the nation, but noted that thanksgiving must not become an…

‎‎‎‎The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BOCA Energy Resources Limited, Mr. James Ukachukwu, is set to receive the Energy Man of the Year Award at the Momentous Magazine Personality Awards (MOPA) 2026.‎‎The recognition is expected to honour Mr. Ukachukwu’s contributions to the energy sector, corporate leadership, innovation and the broader development of Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.‎‎The MOPA awards, organised by Momentous Magazine, have previously recognised individuals and organisations across different sectors for notable achievements and contributions to society. In 2023, for instance, the awards recognised RedGecko PR as Outstanding PR Agency, with MOPA Convener and Momentous Magazine CEO,…

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has stepped up efforts to remove bottlenecks hampering Nigeria’s non-oil exports, with a renewed push to expand export channels, improve cargo processing and boost foreign exchange inflows into the economy. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, disclosed this at the 21st Abuja International Trade Fair was held under the theme, “Resilient Trade, Taxation, and the Economy.” He said the authority was strengthening port infrastructure and extending maritime logistics into the hinterland to enable exporters to access global markets more efficiently. Dantsoho spoke at the NPA Special Day at the 21st…

‎…., ‎ ‎ ‎The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA has announced the opening of the application portal for its Blue Economy Accelerator Programme, NIMASA-BEAP on Monday, October 5, 2026. ‎ ‎The Agency invites young Nigerian innovators between the ages of 18 and 28 to submit innovative ideas capable of driving growth and transformation in Nigeria’s blue economy. ‎ ‎The initiative, which includes a National Innovation Hackathon and a 12-week accelerator programme, is designed to identify, nurture and support young talents with innovative solutions that can unlock the vast economic opportunities in Nigeria’s maritime and blue economy sectors. ‎…

BOCA Energy Resources Limited Chairman and MD, Mr. James Ukachukwu, has reaffirmed that the private sector has an important role to play in complementing public-sector efforts through investment, job creation, technology transfer, professional development and responsible corporate citizenship. “The Nigeria of tomorrow will require imagination, innovation and the courage to build differently. We must continue to invest in people, embrace technology and develop sustainable solutions that will strengthen our economy and improve the quality of life of future generations.” Commitment to People and Communities The BOCA chairman also stressed the importance of people and communities in the company’s development philosophy.…

‎‎‎‎ The National Secretariat of the Association of Proprietors of Private Media Establishment of Nigeria (APPMEN) has announced the appointment and official inauguration of its Lagos State Council.‎‎The inauguration ceremony is scheduled to hold on *Saturday, 10th October, 2026 by 11am at No 133 Idimu Ejigbo Road Adjacent Christ Land  School, Alimosho Lagos State.*‎‎In a statement signed by the National Coordinator, *Chief Precious Enebuse*, the National Working Committee (NWC) after careful screening, has approved the appointment of:‎‎*1. Princess Agbonifo* as *Lagos State Coordinator* of APPMEN‎‎*2. Onome Naomi Onojaefe* as *Public Secretary, APPMEN Lagos State Council*‎‎Princess Agbonifo, a seasoned media entrepreneur…

WHY IS SHE STILL SEEN AS LESS? In Africa, And Especially In Nigeria, A Woman Can Be A CEO, A Professor, A Mother Of Five, And Still Be Told She Cannot Sit Where Decisions Are Made. How Did We Get To This Point? Why Is A Woman Still Seen As Less When It Comes To Becoming A Chief, Having A Say In The Family Or Being A Breadwinner Like In The Case Of The Yorubas And Even To Preaching On A Pulpit? Let’s Me Break It Down This Way: In Most Nigerian Traditions, Chieftaincy Is Hereditary And Patrilineal – It…

The Federal Government has indicated plans to extend the Presidential Executive Order supporting local pharmaceutical manufacturing by another two years as stakeholders push for sustained policies, investment and regulatory reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s medicine security and position the country as a regional pharmaceutical manufacturing hub. The indication was given at the 8th Nigeria Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Expo (NPME) 2026, held on September 28 and 29 at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos, where manufacturers, regulators, investors, policymakers and development partners renewed calls for stronger local production and improved access to the African market.Organised by the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Group of the Manufacturers Association…