[ad_1] The general debate at the recent United Nations General Assembly’s 78th session concluded in much the same way as the many that preceded it – with significant global attention that trailed off shortly after it began. The annual gathering is the preeminent multilateral stage for countries to showcase their commitments, achievements and visions for…
[ad_1] The federal government on Friday unveiled the Cardiac Emergency Response Box, otherwise known as Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), to respond to heart emergencies such as cardiac arrest. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, inaugurated the three devices in Abuja in commemoration of the 2023 World Heart Day. Mr Pate, represented…
[ad_1] A vaginal ring that prevents HIV will soon be rolled out in South Africa, and the silicone ring releases dapivirine, an antiretroviral drug worn constantly and replaced monthly. An initial order of 16,000 rings has already been made. In Nigeria and other parts of Africa, women are at higher risk of contracting HIV than…
[ad_1] The Federal Capital Territory Administration has said it is considering arresting and prosecuting passengers of commercial motorcycles, to discourage the activities of operators in the FCT. This is as the administration said it it is deepening its operation in riding the city of the menace of commercial motorcycle riders. A joint taskforce, on Thursday,…
[ad_1] By AFP A “revolutionary” vaginal ring to prevent HIV is soon to be rolled out in South Africa — which has the largest epidemic of the virus in the world, a global financing partnership said on Friday. The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria said three groups involved in the fight against…
[ad_1] Save the Children, the charity organisation, says Nigeria needs urgent funds to manage the diphtheria outbreak. According to the ministry of health, 7,202 cases of diphtheria and 453 deaths have been confirmed since the outbreak started. The ministry said majority of the confirmed cases were recorded in Kano and 73.6 percent of all cases…
[ad_1] Manchester United have announced that Antony, their Brazilian winger, will resume training at the club despite ongoing investigations into assault allegations. In a statement on Friday, the Old Trafford club said the winger will be available for selection while police inquiries into the assault allegations continue. “Since allegations were first made in June, Antony…
[ad_1] Michael Gambon, the Irish–English actor famous for playing Professor Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight ‘Harry Potter’ films, has passed on. A statement released by Gambon’s representatives revealed that he died on Thursday after suffering from “pneumonia”. He was 82. “We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon. Beloved husband…
[ad_1] A graduate of Ambrose Ali University (AAU) in Ekpoma, Edo state has reportedly attempted suicide over the institution’s alleged refusal to issue him his results. The student, identified as Precious Ogbeide, graduated from the state-owned university in 2018 but lamented that he has not been issued his certificate. According to PUNCH, the parents of…
[ad_1] Economy Procurement watchdog flags fresh Kenya Power meters tender Thursday September 28 2023 Kenya Power and Lightning Company (KPLC) Managing Director Joseph Siror makes his remarks during a roundtable discussion with The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Energy held at Hilton Garden Inn on August 4, 2023. PHOTO | FRANCIS NDERITU | NMG The…
