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News Agency of Nigeria

September 18, 2026

ECA,‌ Osinbajo lead push for sustainable domestic health financing

The UN Economic Commission for Africa and former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo are leading efforts to promote sustainable domestic health financing in Africa.

Osinbajo at Ford Foundation event
September 18, 2026

CR-SEMA, NEMA assess UniCross drainage channels over flooding

CR-SEMA, in collaboration with NEMA, has begun assessing drainage channels at the University of Cross River on Friday.

Flood: Jigawa
September 18, 2026

South Korea’s Lee rules out military involvement in Middle East conflict

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung said on Friday he would not deploy military ‌assets to the Middle East in a way that could draw the country into conflict.

President Lee Jae-myung
September 18, 2026

CBN, finance ministry sign MoU to improve fiscal, monetary policy coordination

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso said it marked a significant milestone in Nigeria’s pursuit of stronger macroeconomic management and lasting economic stability.

Olayemi Cardoso and Taiwo Oyedele
September 18, 2026

Gov Oyebanji hails retired public servants as pillars of governance, stability

Governor Biodun Oyebanji has hailed the civil service as the engine room of effective governance and sustainable development.

Ekiti State Governor; Gov Biodun Oyebanji
September 18, 2026

Cross River targets N100 billion livestock economy in proposed seven-year roadmap

The Cross River government says it is targeting a livestock economy valued at above N100 billion under its proposed seven-year livestock development roadmap.

Livestock
September 18, 2026

UNTH urges public not to panic over suspected diphtheria case

UNTH has urged the public to continue accessing healthcare services without fear of contracting diphtheria, assuring them the situation remains under control.

UNTH
September 18, 2026

Korea Film Festival will deepen cultural understanding, strengthen film value chain: Yo-an

Korea’s ambassador to Nigeria, Jeong Yo-an, says the Korean Film Festival will deepen cultural understanding, foster creative collaboration and strengthen bilateral ties.

Korean film
September 18, 2026

Cross River begins statewide distribution of improved cowpea seeds

The Cross River government says it will commence statewide distribution of improved SAMPEA 20-T PBR cowpea seeds to interested farmers beginning on Monday.

Cowpea seeds
September 18, 2026

SSANU ‌seeks more women as university principal officers

SSANU has called for deliberate strategies to position more women for leadership and decision-making roles in universities across the North-West.

Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU)