By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has been named the 2026 State Government Health Insurance Agency of the Year at the 12th Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Awards (NHEA), securing the prestigious honour for the third time in recognition of its outstanding health insurance service delivery. The award was presented on Friday at…
By Moyinoluwa Ojegbade and Ayomide Otitoju ABUJA – The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has encouraged Nigerians to explore food-related businesses and other entrepreneurial ventures as part of efforts to boost economic growth and promote self-reliance. Speaking on economic empowerment initiatives, Mrs Tinubu said her interventions are aimed at supporting individuals with grants…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government has called on secondary school students to take the lead in raising awareness about sickle cell disorder by knowing their genotype, promoting informed decision-making and educating their peers as part of efforts to reduce the prevalence of the condition. The charge was given during an inter-school debate and…
By Moyinoluwa Ojegbade. LAGOS – Poultry traders in Iju-Ishaga, Lagos, have expressed mixed reactions to the current prices of live chickens, with some saying rising costs are reducing their profit margins while others believe prices remain manageable for business. Speaking to Trust Africa News, Samuel Chukwuka, a trader in mature live broiler chickens weighing between…
By Moyinoluwa Ojegbade LAGOS – Some motorists and road users have alleged that officials of the Lagos State Motorcycle Operators Association and law enforcement personnel engage in extortion along major roads in Lagos, calling on the state government to strengthen oversight and accountability. Speaking to Trust Africa News, Durotoye Akinyemi alleged that some officials frequently…
By Moyinoluwa Ojegbade LAGOS – Rising house rents across Lagos State continue to place significant financial pressure on residents, with many tenants expressing concern over frequent rent increases amid the country’s challenging economic conditions. Several students living in different parts of Lagos told Trust Africa News that the rising cost of accommodation has become a…
The head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog has said Iran’s pledge not to develop nuclear weapons will require “very strong” international verification as Tehran and Washington negotiate a permanent agreement aimed at ending their months-long conflict. Speaking on Friday, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, said Iran had repeatedly…
By Ayomide Otitoju Zenith Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening trade, investment and economic cooperation between Canada and Africa as headline sponsor of the 6th Canada-Africa Business Conference held on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, at Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The conference, organised by the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business, brought together…
Heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk has announced that he is vacating his three world title belts but insisted he is not retiring from the sport. The 39-year-old Ukrainian, who remains unbeaten as a professional, said he was relinquishing the titles to allow other contenders an opportunity to compete for them while he prepares for what…
