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Oyetola Pledges CVFF Release, Unveils NPERA Logo to Power Nigeria’s Maritime Sector

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The Federal Government has renewed its pledge to supercharge Nigeria’s domestic maritime capacity, promising indigenous shipowners full backing and the swift disbursement of the long-awaited Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, dropped the anchor on these commitments on Friday, October 16, 2026, during the ministry’s Third Quarter Citizens’ and Stakeholders’ Engagement in Victoria Island, Lagos. In a statement released by his Special Assistant, Dr Bolaji Akinola, the Minister emphasized that the administration is unwavering in its enforcement of the Coastal and…

From Blueprints to Boom: Usoro Urges Nigeria to Build a ‘Whole-of-Government Engine’ for Blue Economy Wealth

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Nigeria has successfully found an administrative “home” and a 10-year master plan for its massive marine wealth, but the country must now aggressively transition from paperwork to practical profits for its citizens. This was the central message delivered on Friday, 16 October 2026, by Mrs. Mfon Ekong Usoro, FCILT, Managing Partner at Paul Usoro & Co., during a powerful keynote address commemorating World Maritime Day 2026. Speaking at the prestigious Oriental Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, the prominent maritime law expert—who brings monumental authority as the pioneer Director-General of the…

Data Security: NPERA, NDPC Partner to Secure Nigeria’s Port Economy

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The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency (NPERA), Akutah Piuys Ukeyima, MON, FCILT PhD, has initiated a high-level strategic alignment with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) to aggressively strengthen data privacy, information security, and responsible governance across the nation’s port economic regulatory landscape. Dr. Akutah formalized this push recently at the NPERA’s Abuja Liaison Office during a high-stakes executive session with the National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the NDPC, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, who led a high-powered delegation to the newly transitioned…

Bauchi LGAs Pledge N10m Each to Tackle Child Malnutrition

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Local Government Chairmen in Bauchi State have pledged to contribute N10 million each to a Child Nutrition Fund and to recruit at least 20 health service volunteers per LGA to boost results for children’s health in the state. The resolution was contained in a communique issued at the end of a two-day advocacy meeting on Investing in Results for Children, held from October 12 to 13, 2026 at Crispan Suite and Event Centre, Jos. The meeting was organized by the Bauchi State Ministry of Budget, Economic…

Milestone for Bauchi Youths as Govt, UNFPA Validate Comprehensive Youth Policy

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi State has recorded a major breakthrough in youth development as the State Government, through the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development and the Office of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), successfully reviewed and validated the draft Bauchi State Youth Policy. The validated policy, described as a significant milestone, now provides a definitive, inclusive and sustainable framework for all youth-related interventions and programming in the state. Aligned with the Bauchi State Development Plan and UNFPA’s 2026–2029 Strategic…

​NAPTIP Rescues 25 Bauchi Indigenes Trafficked to North Africa

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​By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar ​The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued 25 Bauchi State indigenes trafficked to North African countries, including Libya and Morocco, in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Bauchi State Coordinator Alhaji Atiku Kalli disclosed this on Monday during a two-day review workshop for the state’s Youth Policy Development framework, organized by the SDGs office and supported by the UNFPA. Kalli lamented that the majority of victims were youths lured abroad by misleading prospects, urging young people instead to…

53,843 Rehabilitated: Marwa Demands Funds for Women, Children to Break Drug-Mental Illness Loop

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The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has warned of a vicious, reinforcing cycle between substance abuse and psychological distress, stating that “drug use and mental illness feed each other.” Calling for a paradigm shift in how the nation tackles addiction, Marwa cautioned: “If we only arrest the symptoms, we will keep missing the cause.” The NDLEA boss made the remarks on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, while presiding as Chairman of the 5th edition of The Conversation…

At UN, NDLEA Showcases Nigeria’s ₦2.5T Drug War Success; Demands Global Intelligence, Collaboration and Action on Illicit Finance

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In a bold presentation at the ongoing 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, USA, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has spotlighted Nigeria’s overhauled drug control architecture as a definitive blueprint for institutional transformation and adaptive threat management. The landmark submission forms part of Nigeria’s national presentation delivered under the UN assembly’s guiding theme: “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations that Delivers for All.” According to an official statement released by the NDLEA Director of Media & Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, the strategic address…

Eye care must go beyond blindness prevention, advocate says

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By: Prosper Okoye Efforts to prevent vision loss must be matched by greater support for people already living with visual impairment, including access to healthcare, employment and education, a Nigerian health advocate said. Dr. Kiema Ogunlana, programme director of Daisy Oak Foundation, made the call during a World Sight Day outreach in Ruga community along Airport Road in Abuja, where underserved residents received free eye examinations and other healthcare services. “While we are investing in preventing vision loss, there should also be investment in those who are already visually impaired…

Bauchi CSOs Join Forces with Alheri-YS Foundation to Drive Hope and Action on World Breast Cancer Day

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar In a powerful demonstration of collective advocacy, the Alheri-YS Foundation, in collaboration with the Bauchi State Government and a coalition of civil society organizations (CSOs), led a vibrant 5km awareness walk and medical outreach across Bauchi metropolis to mark the 2026 World Breast Cancer Month Moving through key arterial routes from Destination Hotel to Government House, the campaign brought together key public health stakeholders to advocate for early detection, reduce community stigma, and champion accessible healthcare for women across the state. Guided by the international theme…