Newswatch has honoured its founding Editor-in-Chief, Dele Giwa, with the presentation of a book documenting his journalism legacy, as the
The Federal Government has assured Nigerians of its preparedness to contain the Ebola virus disease outbreak, saying health authorities and
The Lagos State Government has proposed a series of reforms to strengthen education quality assurance, including digital monitoring, school-based evaluation,
By Michael Omotosho | The World Health Organization (WHO), World Meteorological Organization (WMO), UNICEF and the United Nations Population Fund
UNICEF, Airtel Africa and the Government of Nigeria are expanding access to free digital learning, digital skills and livelihood opportunities
By Michael Omotosho | The World Association for Christian Communication (WACC) Africa Region has elected Lekan Otufodunrin of Journalists for
The African Union Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting human rights, promoting justice and equality, and upholding human dignity
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to girl-child education, safety and empowerment, pledging to address gender disparities in education
The African Union (AU) has trained more than 60 security and technical experts from 17 member states across West Africa
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has launched the National Digital Literacy Dashboard to track progress, improve coordination and
Nigeria has confirmed an imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with 44 contacts
More than 60 representatives from 35 diplomatic missions, United Nations agencies, development partners and media organisations have participated in the
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Newswatch Honours Dele Giwa with Book on His Journalism Legacy

Newswatch has honoured its founding Editor-in-Chief, Dele Giwa, with the presentation of a book documenting his journalism legacy, as the media organisation marked the 40th anniversary of his assassination. Titled Dele Giwa’s Granite Journalism, the book brings together Giwa’s writings…
FG Assures Nigerians of Strong Containment Strategies Following Ebola Index Case

The Federal Government has assured Nigerians of its preparedness to contain the Ebola virus disease outbreak, saying health authorities and relevant agencies have activated response measures to prevent further spread. The Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Ebola Virus…
Lagos OEQA Adopts Global Best Practices to Upgrade Education Standards

The Lagos State Government has proposed a series of reforms to strengthen education quality assurance, including digital monitoring, school-based evaluation, annual self-assessment and improved teacher development, as part of efforts to improve learning outcomes across public and private schools. The…
WHO, WMO, UNICEF Unveil Heat Risk Framework for Mothers, Children

By Michael Omotosho | The World Health Organization (WHO), World Meteorological Organization (WMO), UNICEF and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have launched a new global framework to help countries track the health risks of extreme heat among pregnant women,…
UNICEF, Airtel Africa Expand Free Digital Learning in Nigeria

UNICEF, Airtel Africa and the Government of Nigeria are expanding access to free digital learning, digital skills and livelihood opportunities following visits to schools and youth programmes in Lagos and Abuja. The joint delegation, led by Garreth Spillane, Chief of…
WACC-Africa Elects New Executive Board, Names Otufodunrin President, Amie Joof-Cole as VP

By Michael Omotosho | The World Association for Christian Communication (WACC) Africa Region has elected Lekan Otufodunrin of Journalists for Christ International Outreach, Nigeria, as its new president. In a statement signed by Secretary Blessing Oladunjoye, the organisation elected Otufodunrin…




