FG Intergrates Haemophilia, Other Bleeding Disorders into Primary and Secondary Care. Federal Government says plans are underway to integrate haemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders care and services into the maternal and child health services especially at the primary and secondary levels of healthcare in Nigeria to improve early identification of cases and enrolment into the comprehensive care for Inherited Bleeding Disorders. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare Professor Muhammad Ali Pate disclosed this during a Press briefing to commemorate the 2026 World Haemophilia Day held in Abuja. Represented by Dr. Kamil Shoretire, Permanent Secretary Designate and Director…
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FG Charges Medical Directors To Prioritize Government’s Policies and Priorities. The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako has charged the newly appointed Medical Directors of Federal Medical Centers to effectively and efficiently commit themselves towards achieving the desired goals of government policies and priorities. Dr. Salako gave the charge on Friday 17th April 2026 while presenting letters of appointment to six Medical Directors, in Abuja-two out of the six are on renewal of tenure while the other four are on fresh appointments. His words “I want encourage you to be fully abreast of…
Nigeria and Zimbabwe: Advancing a Shared Liberation Legacy and Enduring Partnership on Zimbabwe’s Independence Day The Federal Government of Nigeria extends warm felicitations to the Government and people of the Zimbabwe on the occasion of their Independence Day, commemorated annually on 18 April, marking the country’s attainment of independence in 1980. This historic milestone represents the culmination of Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle and its transition to sovereign statehood, reflecting the resilience, determination, and aspirations of its people. The anniversary stands as a reminder of Africa’s collective journey toward freedom, dignity, and self-determination, values that continue to underpin the continent’s development and…
Foreign Affairs Minister Receives Apostolic Nuncio Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu on Friday, April 17, 2026, met with the Apostolic Nuncio and Ambassador of the Holy See to Nigeria, Archbishop Michael Crotty, in her office. The Minister of State reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to fostering cordial and mutually beneficial relations with the Holy See, under the Holy Father’s leadership, especially in the areas of Interreligious Dialogue, Health, Culture, Education, Pilgrimage, Tourism, Migration and Counter-terrorism. She highlighted the efforts of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu in strengthening the country’s democracy and repositioning its economy. The…
NYON Honours Kimiebi Ebienfa For Exceptional Leadership And National Unity Advocacy The Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, has been honoured with a prestigious award by the Northern Youth Organisation of Nigeria (NYON) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to national development, youth empowerment, and public communication. The award, presented during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Organisation to the Ministry in Abuja, on Friday 17 April, 2026 celebrates Mr. Ebienfa’s role as a distinguished public communicator and a strong advocate for unity, inclusiveness, and youth engagement across Nigeria. The Organisation noted that…
Nigeria Committed To Resolving The Palestine Question The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu received in audience the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Nigeria, Muhannad Alhammouri. Discussions during the meeting were centred on peace and coexistence with the Minister reiterating Nigeria’s position of a two-state solution as panacea to the Palestine question. According to Ambassador Bianca, “Nigeria will continue to support the independence of the State of Palestine, and that the Palestine people’s right to self-determination is non-negotiable”. Speaking further, she noted that Nigeria like most other countries was concerned about finding solution to the…
CRACKDOWN ON TERROR: Troops Intercept Large Cache Of Ammunition And Explosive Components On Kaduna-jos Highway ​In a significant breakthrough for internal security, vigilant troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have dealt a significant blow to the logistics network of terrorists elements operating within its Joint Operations Area. The troops deployed at Manchok and reinforced by its Special Forces Tactical Team, successfully intercepted a high-capacity shipment of heavy ammunition and suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) components during a precision stop-and-search operation in Kaduna State. This occurred at approximately 11:45am on Thursday, 16 April 2026, near the Boys Science Secondary School along the…
FG Targets 100 Million Poverty Exit, Minister Calls for More Funding, Partnerships The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard M. Doro, has called for increased funding and stronger partnerships to support efforts aimed at lifting Nigeria’s poorest citizens out of poverty and making them economically viable. Dr. Doro made the appeal while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) during a courtesy visit to his office. He reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to lifting up to 100 million Nigerians out of poverty by 2029, noting that inadequate financing remains a major obstacle to achieving the…
Col Anele Lauds NASPRI Achievements at 2026 Second Quarter Course Launch The Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Apollonia Anele, has inaugurated the 2026 second quarter courses at the Nigerian Army School of Public Relations and Information (NASPRI), commending the institution for its steady growth and professional contributions since its establishment in 2010. Speaking as Special Guest of Honour at the inauguration ceremony held at the Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja Auditorium in the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment, Giri, Abuja, Colonel Anele described NASPRI’s progress as a reflection of its commitment to capacity development and institutional excellence. She emphasized the relevance…
IGP Disu Hosts NIPSS DG, Seeks Stronger Security Collaboration The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on April 16, 2026, received the Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Professor Ayo Omotayo, at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, as both institutions explored avenues for strategic collaboration. The NIPSS delegation included DIG ‘Leye Oyebade (Rtd), mni, and Dr. Garba Malumfashi. Discussions during the meeting centered on strengthening the institutional relationship between the Nigeria Police Force and NIPSS, with emphasis on national security, strategic leadership, capacity development, and policy support. Speaking during the visit, Professor Omotayo described…