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The organisers of the National Women Mega Empowerment and Rally 2026 have unveiled a high-profile entertainment committee featuring top government officials and Nollywood stars ahead of the May 5 event in Abuja. The initiative, linked to the office of Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim and the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, said the committee will drive cultural and creative engagement at the rally scheduled to hold at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium. Nollywood Actress and Filmmaker, Toyin Abraham.. Credit: Instagram | toyin_abraham According to the organisers on its official handle on Instagram on Sunday, the event, themed “The Power of 10 Million: One…

Speaking at the conclusion of an official visit to Mexico, the High Commissioner warned that violence remains a serious concern, with women rights defenders and reporters facing heightened risks, particularly when confronting organized crime, corruption or gender-based violence.Organised crime, fuelled by drug trafficking and the influx of arms, continues to have a major impact on public security and the enjoyment of human rights, he said, calling for the strengthening of civilian institutions and accountability mechanisms. UNIC/Mexico A protest rally in Mexico City on the case of Ayoitzinapa rural school attended by the 43 disappeared students.. “An end to impunity, justice…

The Federal Government on Tuesday said it is intensifying efforts to bridge the gap for out-of-school children through coordinated reforms and targeted interventions across the country. The Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alausa, stated this on Tuesday at the ongoing 2026 Basic Education in Nigeria Boot Camp Summit, a three-day event holding in Jos, the Plateau State capital, from April 28–30. The summit is themed “Enhancing Access to Inclusive Quality Education and Bridging the Gap for Out of School Children in Nigeria”. “This gathering comes at a defining moment in our nation’s education journey, as we collectively seek sustainable solutions to…

Playtek Technologies Limited is set to enter Africa’s fast-growing digital advertising and mobile ecosystem with four new products scheduled for launch in the third quarter of 2026 as the telecoms technology company positions itself to compete in a market increasingly shaped by global platforms. The company said the rollout will mark one of its most significant entries into Africa’s mobile advertising and digital infrastructure space, targeting mobile network operators, advertisers, and digital platforms across the continent. In a statement on Monday, Chief Executive Officer of Playtek Technologies, Osa Umweni, said the timing of the launch reflects structural shifts in Africa’s…

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has called on Nigerian academics and professors to transition from passive teaching to “active developmental intellectualism,” stressing that the wealth of knowledge within university walls must directly translate into public policy and societal transformation. Soludo argued that while Nigeria produces thousands of scholarly articles and professors, the disconnect between academic research and national governance remains a significant barrier to progress. The governor stated this on Tuesday while delivering a lecture during the sixth Biennial Adada Lecture Series at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. The event was organised by the Association of Nsukka Professors. In…

The National Bureau of Statistics has said that the average retail price of a litre of petrol witnessed an increase from N1,051.47 in February to N1,288.54 in March. The bureau said this in its Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) Price Watch for March, released in Abuja on Tuesday. It said that the March price of N1,288.54 represented a 22.55 per cent increase over the price of N1,051.47 recorded in February. The report said that the average retail price of petrol also increased on a year-on-year basis from N1,261.65 recorded in March 2025 to N1,288.54 in March 2026, adding that it represented…

A new baseline study has revealed severe waste management challenges in Ajegunle, Ikorodu, an informal settlement in Lagos State, while highlighting strong community readiness to support sustainable solutions. The study, conducted by the African Cities Research Consortium, Rethinking Cities and the Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development, found that poor waste disposal practices are contributing to flooding, environmental degradation and health risks in the community. In a statement signed by the lead researcher, Deji Akinpelu, researchers surveyed more than 400 households across three Community Development Associations namely; Ajegunle CDA, Irawo CDA and Thomas CDA and held focus group discussions with…

3rd from right, ECOWAS Commission President Dr Omar Touray, receiving the symbolic key to the new ECOWAS Headquarters from Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Yu Dunhai, 4th from right, at the handover ceremony on Tuesday in Abuja(NAN). President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Touray, has described China as West Africa’s most strategic partner, adding that China’s multifaceted engagement with the sub-region would continue to deepen. Touray stated this at the handover ceremony for a new multimillion-dollar ECOWAS headquarters complex, funded and built by China for the commission. He recalled that China had previously partnered with ECOWAS in numerous…

Paris Saint-Germain secured a thrilling 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich in an action-packed UEFA Champions League semi-final clash at Parc des Princes. It was an entertaining contest filled with goals, attacking football and late drama, as PSG made the most of their chances while Bayern’s relentless pressure was not enough to complete a comeback. The statistics reflected Bayern’s dominance in several areas, but PSG’s clinical finishing and determined defending proved decisive. Goals and major incidents Harry Kane gave Bayern the lead in the 17th minute from the penalty spot. PSG responded quickly as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia equalised on 24 minutes after…

A 21-year-old man went on trial in Austria on Tuesday over a plot to attack a Taylor Swift concert, which led to shows by the US megastar in the Alpine nation being scrapped in 2024. Three dates in Swift’s record-breaking “Eras” tour were cancelled in the summer of 2024 after authorities warned of the plot. Beran A., who was led into the courtroom by masked police personnel, has been in detention since his arrest in August 2024 and is facing terror offences and other charges. The Austrian is accused of having been a member of a terror organisation from May…