2026 - Page 9 of 95 - Africa Health Report

Nigeria Targets 25m Tonnes of Maize Production to Boost Food Security Maize farmers harvest corn in a Nigerian farm as the government targets increased production to strengthen food security.

Oluwafunbi Bello March 7, 2026

ABUJA, Nigeria -Nigeria must produce at least 25 million tonnes of maize annually to meet its domestic...

Korede Abdullah March 7, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – When wars erupt thousands of kilometres away, they often feel distant — dramatic headlines...

Contractor Scandal Rocks Federal Road Project in Nasarawa as Officials Demand Action Federal officials inspect sections of a road construction project in Nasarawa State amid concerns over alleged poor construction practices.

Oluwafunbi Bello March 7, 2026

NASARAWA, Nigeria – Allegations of poor construction practices have cast a shadow over the federally funded Keffi–Nasarawa–Toto–Abaji...

Customs Zone ‘A’ Strengthens Collaboration With NDLEA, Freight Forwarders Nigeria Customs Service launches One-Stop-Shop to cut cargo clearance time

Korede Abdullah March 6, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – The Zone ‘A’ Headquarters of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed its commitment...

Edo Police Arrest 65 Suspected Kidnappers, Recover ₦1.85m Ransom in Aviele Raid Police officers rescue suspected trafficking victims in Nasarawa

Otamere Gladness March 6, 2026

BENIN CITY, Nigeria – The Edo State Police Command has arrested 65 suspected kidnappers and recovered ₦1.85...

Kidnappers Kill Ebonyi Monarch, Police Arrest Nine Suspects Katsina Police Recover AK-47 Rifles After Foiled Ambush

Edino Chubiyo Cornelius March 6, 2026

ABAKALIKI, Nigeria – The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed that Francis Igwe, a traditional ruler and...

Emirates Resumes Dubai–Lagos Flights After Middle East Airspace Disruptions An Emirates aircraft prepares for takeoff as the airline resumes Dubai–Lagos flight operations after regional disruptions.

Korede Abdullah March 6, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – Emirates Airline has announced the resumption of its Dubai–Lagos–Dubai flight operations after a temporary...

Group Marks International Women’s Day With Free Health Services in Lagos Women participate in health screenings during the emPOWERHer campaign organised by emPLE to mark International Women’s Day in Lagos.