HEALTH SECTOR'S JOINT ANNUAL REVIEW

Special Report: Nigeria’s Health Sector Joint Annual Review 2025

The Health Sector’s Joint Annual Review (JAR) has emerged as one of the most critical accountability and performance assessment platforms in Nigeria’s healthcare system.

Convened annually by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the 2025 edition held in Abuja brought together government officials, development partners, private sector stakeholders, and civil society organizations under the theme “All Hands One Mission: Bringing Nigeria’s Health Sector to Light.”

FG outlaws mother tongue policy, reinstates English as language of instruction

Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria's Minister Of Education

Federal Government Revokes Mother Tongue Policy, Reinstates English as Sole Language of Instruction

In a significant reversal of educational policy, the Federal Government of Nigeria has officially scrapped the National Language Policy (NLP) that mandated the use of indigenous languages as the medium of instruction in early education.

This decision was announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, during the 2025 Language in Education International Conference held in Abuja.

The Moneyline with Nancy Investment Forum

The Moneyline with Nancy Investment Forum

The recently streamed Moneyline with Nancy Investment Forum stands out as a one-day conference designed to unpack pressing economic and financial issues in Nigeria.

Hosted on the Moneyline with Nancy TV channel, the program brought together thought leaders, analysts, and participants eager to gain insights into the evolving investment landscape.

Morgan Freeman says AI cloning his voice is ‘robbery’, reveals his lawyers are busy with cases

Morgan Freeman Condemns AI Voice Cloning as ‘Robbery’ and Mobilizes Legal Action

Morgan Freeman, one of Hollywood’s most iconic voices, has publicly denounced the unauthorized use of artificial intelligence to clone his voice, calling it a form of “robbery.”

In recent interviews and public appearances, Freeman expressed deep frustration and concern over the increasing trend of AI-generated voices mimicking his own without his consent. He emphasized that his voice is not just a recognizable feature, it is his livelihood, and using it without permission is tantamount to theft.

Japa: Two Nigerians dead, 2 rescued in Mediterranean shipwreck — IOM

Tragedy in the Mediterranean: Two Nigerians Dead, Two Rescued in Migrant Shipwreck - IOM Report

A devastating maritime tragedy unfolded in the Mediterranean Sea earlier this month, claiming the lives of two Nigerian nationals and leaving 42 others missing and presumed dead.

According to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), the incident occurred when a rubber boat carrying 49 migrants and refugees capsized after departing from Zuwara, a coastal town in northwest Libya, around 3 a.m. on November 3, 2025.

Military Officers On Lawful Duty Will Be Protected — Defence Minister

Defence Minister Reaffirms Protection for Military Officers on Lawful Duty

In a firm declaration during a ministerial press briefing held at the National Defence College in Abuja, Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, emphasized the unwavering commitment of the Federal Government and the Military High Command to protect all officers engaged in lawful duties.

This assurance came in the wake of a publicized altercation between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Navy Lieutenant A.M. Yerima, which occurred over a disputed parcel of land in Abuja allegedly linked to former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo (retd).

No Media Outlet Has Been Threatened, Gagged By Tinubu’s Govt – Information Minister

Tinubu Administration Reaffirms Commitment to Press Freedom: No Media Outlet Threatened or Gagged

In a bold reaffirmation of democratic principles, Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, declared that no media outlet has been harassed, threatened, gagged, or shut down under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

This statement was delivered during the 2025 All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC), held at the State House in Abuja, where the President himself made a historic appearance, the first time a sitting Nigerian leader has personally attended the Guild’s annual conference.

Poverty Not Our Milestone, We’ll Come Out Of It — Tinubu

Tinubu’s Declaration: “Poverty Not Our Milestone, We’ll Come Out Of It”

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu recently delivered a resolute and optimistic message to Nigerians, asserting that poverty will not define the nation’s future.

Speaking at the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) Conference held in Abuja on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Tinubu emphasized his administration’s commitment to reversing Nigeria’s economic challenges and laying the foundation for long-term prosperity.

‘They Put Their Lives On The Line,’ Tinubu Hails Nigerian Military

President Tinubu Commends Nigerian Military for Their Sacrifices and Dedication

In a powerful and heartfelt address delivered at the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) conference in Abuja on Wednesday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu paid glowing tribute to the men and women of the Nigerian Armed Forces, acknowledging their unwavering commitment to national security and their willingness to risk their lives in defense of the country.

The President’s remarks, encapsulated in the phrase “They put their lives on the line,” underscored the gravity of the sacrifices made daily by military personnel in the face of persistent security challenges.

Trump Signs Bill To End Record-Breaking US Shutdown

Trump Signs Bill to End Record-Breaking US Shutdown

In a dramatic conclusion to the longest government shutdown in United States history, President Donald Trump signed a funding bill on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, officially ending a 43-day standoff that had paralyzed federal operations and left hundreds of thousands of government workers without pay.

The shutdown, which began in late September, stemmed from a fierce budgetary impasse between Republicans and Democrats, with both sides entrenched in a high-stakes political battle over spending priorities and policy concessions.

Dangote to Invest Over $1B in Cement, Energy Sectors of Zimbabwe

Dangote to Invest Over $1 Billion in Cement and Energy Sectors of Zimbabwe

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man and the CEO of Dangote Group, has announced a landmark investment plan in Zimbabwe valued at over $1 billion.

This initiative marks a significant expansion of the conglomerate’s footprint in Southern Africa and is set to transform Zimbabwe’s industrial and energy landscape.

What Benefits Await Nigerian Youths In Nigeria-UAE Digital Education Partnership

What Benefits Await Nigerian Youths in the Nigeria-UAE Digital Education Partnership

The Nigeria-UAE Digital Education Partnership represents a groundbreaking collaboration designed to transform the educational and employment landscape for Nigerian youths.

Signed under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the UAE Digital School, part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, sets the stage for a future where millions of young Nigerians gain access to world-class digital learning opportunities.

FG Stops 15% Import Tax On Petroleum Products

FG Stops 15% Import Tax on Petroleum Products

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially announced the suspension of the recently introduced 15% import tax on petroleum products.

This decision was communicated through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), which clarified that the implementation of the levy is “no longer in view.”