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Gates Foundation calls for shift in use of external development assistance

The Gates Foundation has emphasized the need to rethink the role of Official Development Assistance (ODA) in Nigeria while calling for greater focus on maximising domestic resources. Country Director of the Foundation, Uche Amaonwu, made the call while moderating a panel at the Agenda-2025 National Health Financing Dialogue with the theme: Reimagining the Future of…

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Ekiti First Lady Vows Justice for Woman Allegedly Killed by Husband in Domestic Dispute

By Emamuzo Iboma The First Lady of Ekiti State, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, has pledged to ensure justice for Mrs. Modupe Alasin, a housewife reportedly murdered by her husband following a domestic altercation in Efon Alaaye. The incident, which took place in late August, saw Alasin allegedly beaten mercilessly by her husband over tardiness to the…

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Peter Obi Slams FG Over 5% Fuel Tax as CNG Subsidies Disappear, Exposes Growing Hardship

Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has strongly criticized the federal government over the introduction of a 5% tax on all fossil fuel sales, set to take effect in January 2026. Speaking on his X platform Wednesday evening, Obi condemned the move, asserting that instead of alleviating Nigerians’ suffering, it further burdens them.  Under the…

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Stakeholders Call for Collective Efforts at Reducing Carbon Emissions

Stakeholders have called for collective efforts towards reducing carbon emissions to safeguard public health and the environment. Speaking at the maiden two-day World Decarbonization Summit 2025, themed “Accelerating decarbonization for a climate-secure future,” in Abuja, they also highlighted the roles of women and the media as central to climate advocacy and behavioural change, noting that…

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ISPON Pushes for Stronger Safety Education Reforms in Nigeria

The Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON) has renewed calls for comprehensive safety education reforms across the country, stressing the need to instill a culture of safety in workplaces, communities, and public spaces. The call was made at the Abuja Safety Summit themed “Safe Cities, Sustainable Tomorrow: Pathway to Responsible Development.” ISPON President, Chief…

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European Union, International IDEA Launch Project to Strengthen Civil Society in Nigeria

The European Union (EU) and the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) have launched the CSO Strengthening Bridge (EU CSO-Bridge) Project, an initiative designed to enhance the credibility of civil society organisations (CSOs), improve regulatory and operational environment in Nigeria. Funded by the EU and implemented by International IDEA, the project will…

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