The World Bank is set to approve $632 million in loans to Nigeria, focusing on nutrition and education, amid concerns over the country’s increasing debt.
Otobong Tommy
Otobong Tommy
Otobong Tommy is a violinist, writer, and teacher. With a BSc. in public administration (2014) from Babcock University, Ogun State, Nigeria, she has previously worked at Ventures Africa, NAEC, The Eagles Music Academy, and currently at L'Orbe, a non-profit where she is co-founder, managing the music room targeted at children and teenagers. She also enjoys exploring design and content creation.
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Lagos State develops expanded teaching facilities to combat the 30,000 doctor shortage while seeking additional enrollment for medical students to strengthen healthcare service quality.
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The Federal Government has established March 31 as well as April 1 as official public holidays for Eid el-Fitr and stressed both national unity and compassionate actions.
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Nigeria will begin a full crackdown on irregular migrants starting August 1, 2025, following a three-month amnesty period launching in May.
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu pledges an additional N1bn to combat Tuberculosis in Nigeria, aiming to eliminate the disease by 2030 with a collective effort from all sectors.
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Lagos State government has developed plans for redeveloping Oshodi Transport Interchange with the purpose of unifying Rail Mass Transit operations while enhancing safety conditions for commuters.
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Atiku Abubakar demands the government to establish a national emergency regarding tanker explosions to avoid future catastrophes.
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Speaker Abbas calls for legislative measures to tackle food insecurity and malnutrition, with the initiative expanding to state parliaments.
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Rivers Government makes an appeal to all lawmakers to stop an impending crisis before the impeachment plot against Gov. Fubara gains further momentum.
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Lagos police arrested six suspected robbers and fraudsters in a coordinated raid in Iju-Ishaga, recovering counterfeit currency and stolen valuables.