Thirty-nine years ago today, on September 23, 1987, General Ibrahim Babangida signed the decree that carved Akwa Ibom out of the old Cross River State. That single stroke of a pen changed the fortunes of millions of people who had spent decades asking Abuja, politely at first and then insistently, to be seen. Today, that …
Edo State,Nigeria – Nigeria’s health sector has undergone a “historic transformation” in the past two years, with the Federal Government executing over 500 health-related projects and establishing three world-class oncology centers in Nigeria. This significant milestone was announced by the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, on Thursday during the inauguration …
Abuja, Nigeria – The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a groundbreaking $40 million ICT project, the Blueprint ICT Development (Blueprint-ICT-Dev) Project, set to revolutionize and digitize tertiary education across the nation. This ambitious initiative, funded by the French Development Agency (AFD), will initially be rolled out in 10 federal universities, marking a pivotal step towards a …
Nigeria’s diverse landscape is dotted with states exhibiting varying degrees of development, heavily influenced by economic factors, human capital, infrastructure, and governance. As of 2026, a few states consistently stand out as leaders in the nation’s progress, driven by their unique strengths, fiscal resilience, and strategic initiatives. Here are the top 5 states in …
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima has announced that the federal government’s health sector reforms have already attracted over $4.8 billion in potential investments. According to him, the investments are part of the commitment of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to revitalising Nigeria’s healthcare system. Disclosing this on Saturday at the commissioning and …
