President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on all Nigerians to join forces in the fight against corruption, emphasizing that no single individual or agency can tackle this menace alone. Speaking at the opening of a Capacity Building Workshop for Justices and Judges in Abuja, organized by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the…
A cholera outbreak in Kanye Village, Kabo Local Government Area of Kano State, has claimed the lives of seven people. Reports of similar outbreaks in other parts of the state have recently affected 600 people and resulted in over 30 fatalities. According to a report by BBC Hausa Service, the cholera outbreak on Saturday was…
Hussaini Ibrahim Kafi In its bid to harmonized activities of agencies and parastatal under its supervision in the coming year to achieve one health goal, the Kano State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Development Partners, has organized a 5-Day Health Sector 2025 Annual Operational Plan (AOP) Harmonization. Being conducted in Kaduna State, the…
At least 84 Nigerian academics have died in the past three months due to extreme economic hardship and unpaid salaries, according to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). ASUU President, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke revealed this troubling statistic during an interview on Channels Television’s Inside Sources. “From May to August 2024, Nigerian universities lost 84…
President Bola Tinubu has urged calm in Rivers State amid tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election. This was made known in a press statement released on Monday a nd signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. The President expressed concern over reports of arson and explosions, calling…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has strengthened its border security and surveillance capabilities with the acquisition of a new Cessna Grand Caravan EX-208B aircraft, marking a significant upgrade to its air wing operations. This acquisition sends a clear message to economic saboteurs that the NCS is stepping up its game in the fight against smuggling…
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has on Monday reduced bail for protesters involved in the #EndBadGovernance demonstrations to N5 million each. Africa Health Reporter, AHR reported earlier that bail conditions were set at N10 million with requirements for substantial property in Abuja. The decision preceeded by Justice Emeka Nwite of the Court comes…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), in collaboration with key organisations, has taken steps to harmonise Nigeria’s food labelling practices with international standards. This initiative aims to empower consumers and strengthen confidence in the food supply chain. In a statement released on Monday, NAFDAC’s Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stressed…
The Federal Government has unveiled the National Health Research Ethics Committee (NHREC) Electronic Portal to modernize health research proposal approvals. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, launched the portal, praising its potential to drive efficiency, transparency, and accountability. “The electronic platform is more than just a technological tool; it’s a…
Nigeria’s electricity distribution companies have seen a significant boost in revenue, reaching N887.86 billion in the first seven months of 2024. This surge is largely attributed to the electricity tariff hike implemented in April, which increased the rate from N66 per kilowatt-hour to N225. According to data from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, the distribution…
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