The Zamfara State chapter of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised alarm over the growing number of human rights violations recorded in 2024. Speaking at the 2024 World Human Rights Day rally, The NHRC Coordinator for Zamfara, Abdullahi Abubakar stated that over 120 cases have been documented so far this year, including abuse,…
Residents and businesses in Nigeria are voicing frustration over the recurring issue of cash scarcity as the festive season approaches. The annual challenge has left many grappling with long bank queues, limited withdrawals, and high transaction charges by shylock POS operators, causing widespread inconvenience and economic strain. During a field interview on Wednesday by our…
The Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has temporarily closed down the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, saying in a statement that it was a necessary action following an Allied Air Cargo aircraft which suffered a tyre burst causing it to skid the Runway 22 on Wednesday. The plane with registration number 5N-JRT had…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Mr. Ekoh Justin Okezie on multiple charges, including forgery and providing false information to an officer of the Commission. According to a statement by the ICPC on Tuesday, Mr. Okezie appeared before Honorable Justice N.K. Nwosue-Iheme at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos A landmark gene therapy has shown unprecedented results in reversing heart failure and restoring cardiac function in a large animal model. The therapy, which increases cardiac bridging integrator 1 (cBIN1) levels, significantly improved heart function and survival rates. Researchers focused on restoring cBIN1, a critical heart protein, which is lower in…
The Federal Government of Nigeria’s decision to implement a zero Value Added Tax (VAT) on pharmaceutical products and medical devices was widely celebrated as a game-changer, aimed at reducing drug prices and easing financial pressures on Nigerians. The government set aside 150 days for the realization of the policy by offering zero import duty on…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed frustration with accessing the area in the Democratic Republic of Congo where a mysterious disease has emerged, saying the difficulty is a major challenge in determining its cause. WHO said in a new report heavy rains have made the region, located within a 48-hour drive from Congo’s capital…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Nurses employed by the Ogun State Government have expressed their gratitude to Governor Dapo Abiodun for implementing the new minimum wage and the 25% Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS) adjustment. This development has significantly improved their salaries, bridging the gap between their earnings and those of federal-level nurses. At the 2024…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Atsi Kefas, the 44-year-old sister of Taraba State Governor Kefas Gagbus, has tragically died from gunshot wounds sustained during an attack in Kente village, Wukari local government council. She passed away at a private hospital in Abuja, where she was receiving treatment after being transferred from the Federal University Teaching Hospital…
A gridlock erupted at the Kuje Junction in Abuja, on Thursday as the only road linking the area to the Highway (Yar Adua Expressway-Airport Road) was blocked for about 30, minutes leaving people stranded. A security guard who prefers anonymity, said our Reporter the roadblock was caused by the Police in order to pave way…
