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 All ministries will be entirely paperless from Dec. 31 – Walson-Jack

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The Nigerian government has mandated a complete, enterprise-wide transition to a paperless civil service by December 31, 2025, leveraging a homegrown digital platform to drive this transformation. This initiative is a strategic leap beyond mere digitization, aiming to fundamentally reshape governance by enabling instant online citizen services, secure inter-ministerial collaboration, and virtual meetings. A core expected outcome is the significant reduction of inefficiency, delays, and corruption by minimizing direct human interaction in service delivery. The government is supporting

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Volleyball:Onikeku hails Customs team’s dominant league victory , sets sight on Africa glory

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The Nigeria Customs Service women’s volleyball team has secured the 2025 national league title with three matches to spare, a significant improvement over last season’s last-day victory. This dominant success is attributed to a deliberate strategic overhaul focused on infusing younger talent into the squad. Looking beyond domestic dominance, the team’s leadership has set a clear ambition to build a squad capable of challenging North African powerhouses on the continental stage. This early league triumph is positioned as the first step in a long-term development strategy

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PSC, Nigeria Police Force open portal for recruitment of Constables Dec. 15

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The Nigeria Police Force and Police Service Commission are launching a major recruitment drive for 50,000 constables, opening a transparent, free application portal from December 15, 2025, to January 25, 2026. This initiative prioritizes merit-based selection for Nigerian citizens aged 18-25 (or 18-28 for specialists) who meet strict educational, physical, and medical standards. Crucially, the process is explicitly free, with officials warning applicants to avoid fraudsters and

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FRSC unveils magazine to boost road safety awareness

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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched “Safe Wheel Nigeria” magazine, strategically positioning road safety as a critical driver of national economic development, not just a regulatory function. This publication serves as a core platform for national dialogue and advocacy, transforming public safety through expert insights, practical guidance, and feedback mechanisms to shape user behavior. The initiative is bolstered by concurrent operational campaigns leveraging intelligence-driven patrols and enhanced logistics, particularly for high-risk periods, linking safe mobility directly to economic progress.

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FG commits to sustainable disability inclusive family planning services

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The successful five-year IFPLAN project demonstrates a powerful model for inclusive development, having directly reached nearly 2,000 persons with disabilities (PWDs) and disseminated family planning information to over half a million more. Its key achievements—training 1,500 healthcare providers, upgrading facilities for accessibility, and reducing stigma—prove that equitable reproductive health is achievable. This initiative is now a cornerstone of the government’s Renewed Health Agenda, reframing inclusive family planning not as an afterthought

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50 journalists benefit from SWAN maiden medical outreach in Anambra

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A local sports journalists’ association has pioneered a novel health-focused partnership, securing free medical screenings for its members through a collaboration with a private hospital. This initiative underscores a critical, often overlooked need for health advocacy within the media profession, particularly for those covering demanding fields like sports. The event successfully fostered institutional goodwill and established a model for future corporate-community partnerships aimed at journalist welfare. Ultimately, it highlights how professional associations can provide tangible value beyond networking by directly addressing members’ well-being.

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Ondo to vaccinate 2.2m children against measles, rubella

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Ondo State is launching a targeted public health campaign to vaccinate 2.2 million children against measles and rubella from January 20-29, 2026. The initiative demonstrates a proactive, community-tailored strategy to overcome local access barriers and ensure seamless delivery through both fixed and mobile posts. Notably, authorities are leveraging legal enforcement to counteract potential resistance, underscoring the campaign’s critical priority. This large-scale, free vaccination effort is essential for safeguarding child wellness and preventing outbreaks across all

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Nigerian Red Cross reaffirms humanitarian commitment amidst financial challenges

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The Nigerian Red Cross Society is critically constrained by inadequate funding, forcing the discontinuation of essential services like ambulance patrols and HIV projects despite a clear and ongoing need. While reaffirming its commitment to disaster response and public health, the organization clarifies its identity as a secular humanitarian entity to broaden its support base. Its operational viability relies heavily on inconsistent member dues and voluntary donations, highlighting a precarious financial model. The society’s proven value is demonstrated through its training partnerships with local institutions, which enhance community emergency response

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Olanrewaju reelected Ogun NUJ chairman 

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Wale Olanrewaju has been re-elected unopposed as Chairman of the Ogun State NUJ, signaling strong incumbent support and union stability. The election saw decisive victories for key officers, though a treasurer vacancy was created due to candidate disqualifications. In his mandate, Olanrewaju has committed to prioritizing enhanced welfare packages for journalists, underscoring a core focus on improving professional conditions. This outcome reflects a consolidated leadership poised to continue its existing constitutional and advocacy agenda.

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