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[ad_1] The School of Politics, Policy and Governance (SPPG) has called on Nigerians to ensure regular checks on their mental health, adding that it limits not only individual but also national growth. Chief Executive Officer of SPPG (Africa), Alero Ayida-Otobo, who made the disclosure in Abuja recently, said the school was championing the campaign to boost mental health, which is why it convened a conference on ‘Big Ideas with a focus on mental health. She said, “WHO noted that middle and low-income countries account for 70 per cent of brain diseases and mental disorders, including Nigeria, which is why there is…

[ad_1] A Malian army base came under attack on Monday, and shells were fired at the airport in the northern city of Timbuktu, where heavy gunfire was heard, the army, local officials and residents said.Junta-ruled Mali has since 2012 faced attacks from groups linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State group, as well as separatist movements and criminal gangs. For several months in 2012, jihadists took control of the fabled desert city of Timbuktu.SPONSOR AD The army’s general staff said in a statement that it had “thwarted an attempt by terrorist fighters to infiltrate the Timbuktu camp” at around 10:00am…

[ad_1] The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru Plateau  State has explained the reasons for suspending  the publisher of PR Nigeria, Yushau A. Shuaib (mnipr), who is a participant in Senior Executive Course (SEC) 47.Yushau had petitioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over what he termed planned ‘expulsion’ from NIPSS. Reacting to the petition, the Head of Public Affairs Department of NIPSS, Professor Sola Adeyanju, said the allegations of bullying by Yushau are baseless, and that their only demand from him is adherence to the clearly communicated rules of the institute.SPONSOR AD “The National Institute is Nigeria’s…

[ad_1] The Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Power, has launched two Energy Efficiency Networks (EEN) in Kano State in a bid to improve energy efficiency and expand access to sustainable electricity.The initiative, co-funded by the German Development Cooperation and the European Union, aims to support industries—particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to reduce energy costs, improve productivity, and contribute to environmental sustainability. Speaking during the launch, the Director General of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Dr. Segun Ajayi-Kadir, lamented the significant losses suffered by Nigerian businesses due to unstable electricity supply.SPONSOR AD…

[ad_1] The Federal High Court (FHC) Chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), on Monday, locked out judges, lawyers, staff and litigants from accessing the court following the indefinite strike declared by its national body.A check by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the FHC headquarters located along Shehu Shagari Way in Abuja revealed that all the entrance gates into the high-rise building were under lock. Judges, staff, lawyers, litigants and members of the public were denied access as business activities in and around the court were paralysedSPONSOR AD NAN reports that JUSUN national body had, on…

[ad_1] The Katsina State Government has unveiled new operational guidelines for private and community schools, aimed at strengthening the operations of the institutions and fostering collaboration with the government to improve the quality of education in the state.In her address during a sensitization workshop held on Monday,  the state Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Hajiya Zainab Musa Musawa,  said the guidelines are a draft shared with the stakeholders seeking their suggestions for “evidence-based improvements”.She said the guidelines were designed to create a transparent, efficient, and inclusive framework for school operations.The commissioner said the guidelines address critical areas such as…

[ad_1] At least 20 vigilantes have been mistakenly killed by a Nigerian military fighter jet during an operation targeting bandits in Zamfara State.The tragic incident occurred in Garin Mani, a village in the Maru Local Government Area, following an attack that left several residents dead. Over 50 residents mostly farmers working on their fields, were abducted in the attack.SPONSOR AD Eyewitnesses said the assailants arrived on motorcycles around noon, opening fire indiscriminately and causing widespread panic.In response, local vigilante groups mobilized and gave chase to the fleeing attackers.However, in a devastating twist, a military aircraft deployed to the scene allegedly…

[ad_1] At least 43 people have been killed in fresh attackson communities in Gwer West and Apa Local Government Areas of Benue State.The latest attacks, which occurred Sunday evening, marks another bloody episode just one week after over 40 people, including a police officer, were killed in similar attacks on villages within Gwer West. Locals told our correspondent in Makurdi that the attackers stormed Tse Antswam, a suburb of Naka town in Gwer West LGA, around 7pm and opened fire indiscriminately, leaving at least 18 dead and many others wounded.SPONSOR AD Survivors said several villagers fled into nearby bushes or…

[ad_1] The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has stated that 2,717 Nigerians missed the 2025 Hajj over late payment.Daily Trust reports that the this led to the non issuance of visa to the affected intending pilgrims by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In a statement by NAHCON’s Assistant Director Information and Publication,  Fatima Sanda Usara, said despite its inability to get approval from the kingdom to extend closure of its visa registration, it secured 13,217 visas for  Tour Operator Companies out of 14,158 registered pilgrims.SPONSOR AD It said this indicated strong participation from the private Hajj sector. “In the light…

[ad_1] In a landmark move aimed at enhancing the welfare of grassroots workers, Adamawa State Governor, His Excellency Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has commenced the payment of the new ₦70,000 minimum wage to local government employees across the state.This development was highlighted during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Nigerian Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), who came to express their profound gratitude to the Governor for the wage increase. The union commended Governor Fintiri for his unwavering commitment to workers’ welfare and for setting a commendable precedent in labor relations. In his remarks, Governor Fintiri reaffirmed his administration’s…