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Meeting at UN Headquarters, in New York, from 2 to 10 February, the Commission for Social Development marked its first session since the Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha last year.The gathering brought together ministers, senior UN officials, civil society groups and youth representatives to examine how global pledges can be translated into coordinated, inclusive and equitable policies at the national level.Opening the session, Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) President Lok Bahadur Thapa stressed that social development policies are where “resilience, social cohesion, and trust are ultimately tested.”He warned that widening inequalities, demographic change, and rapid digital…

Nigerian singer-songwriter Ayra Starr, and South African artiste Tyla are leading the African nominees at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) with four nominations each. The full nominees list was released by the organizers , Paramount International Network. Ayra Starr was nominated for Best African Act, Best Push, Best Afrobeats, and Best New Artist, while Tyla secured nods in Best African Act, Best R&B, Best New, and Best Afrobeats categories. They’re joined by other talented African artistes, including Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, and Asake, who are also vying for awards in various categories. Taylor Swift leads the nominations with seven. The…

Swiatek and Sabalenka withdraw from Dubai WTA 1000 Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka have both withdrawn from the Dubai Tennis Championships. World No. 1 Swiatek confirmed her decision was due to a scheduling change, opting to skip the tournament as she looks ahead to the next phase of the season. “I am sorry to announce that I will not be playing Dubai this year due to a change of schedule,” Swiatek said.“I hope I will come back next year to experience the great tournament. See you guys in Indian Wells.” Sabalenka also announced her withdrawal, citing fitness concerns after a…

In addition to reward in abundance, Sadaqah in Ramadan brings many benefits. In general, Sadaqah is a shield of a Muslim believer against calamity and danger. It is a means of an increase in one’s wealth and elevating the status of a Muslim believer. In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful Praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, may the blessings and peace be upon our beloved master, Prophet Muhammad, the last of Prophets, on his family, and all his companions. Dear brothers and sisters! In Islam, Ramadan is the best of months. Allah…

In addition to reward in abundance, Sadaqah in Ramadan brings many benefits. In general, Sadaqah is a shield of a Muslim believer against calamity and danger. It is a means of an increase in one’s wealth and elevating the status of a Muslim believer. In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful Praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, may the blessings and peace be upon our beloved master, Prophet Muhammad, the last of Prophets, on his family, and all his companions. Dear brothers and sisters! In Islam, Ramadan is the best of months. Allah…

By Dickson Omobola On Thursday, February 12, 2025, domestic and regional carrier, United Nigeria Airline, celebrated five years of connecting Nigerians across the country amid fanfare at the Sheraton Hotel in Lagos. The occasion featured the launch of an in-flight magazine, Harmony, and the United Airlines Foundation, which will support education, healthcare, aviation training and commerce development across Nigeria. During the event, Chairman of United Nigeria Airline, Obiora Okonkwo, recounted the challenges the airline faced before starting operations and discussed its projections for the foreseeable future. Excerpts: The beginning We are here to talk about a journey that started exactly five years…

A chieftain of the New Nigerian Peoples Party, NNPP, Abubakar Yesufu, has hinted on possible reasons the US Congress blacklisted former presidential candidate of the party, Rabi’u Kwankwaso. Speaking on Arise Television during an interview on Friday, Yesufu said the American lawmakers may be trying to checkmate the profile of Kwankwaso because he commands support. DAILY POST reports that United States lawmakers initiated a new bill aimed at increasing accountability for human rights abuses in Nigeria. The bill, Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026, contains provision for potential sanctions against Fulani militias and Kwankwaso. Reacting, Yesufu said, “Well,…

….Say budget bottlenecks killing public hospitals, fuelling japa Out of the N218 billion capital project funds appropriated for the health sector in 2025, only a paltry N36 million (barely 0.0165 percent) was released to the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. The massive shortfall, combined with delays in the release of counterpart contributions, prevented the Ministry from accessing donor-supported funds and incapacitated it from executing its 2025 capital budget expectations. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate who made the revelation during the week while presenting the Ministry’s 2026 budget defense before the House…

By Adedapo Adesanya Nigeria has secured a major strategic gain at the ongoing 39th African Union Summit, after securing a permanent seat on the board of the African Central Bank. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Yusuf Tuggar, confirmed this at the summit on Friday, highlighting it as a significant milestone for both Nigeria and the West African region. The African Central Bank (ACB) is one of the original five financial institutions and specialised agencies of the African Union (AU). “Importantly, Nigeria has been given the hosting of the African Monetary Institute and the African Central Bank. Not only that, in…

El-Rufai has urges opposition unity to unseat Tinubu in 2027 amid failed airport abduction controversy.   NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has called on opposition leaders to remain united ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that their focus should be on removing President Bola Tinubu from office.   El-Rufai made the remarks during a visit by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, following an alleged attempt by security operatives to detain him at an airport.   According to the former governor, the incident has strengthened his resolve to challenge the current administration.     “What…