November 23, 2024
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Shortage of Radiographers Harped as Nigerian Governments Undermine Importance, Frustrate Diagnostic Sector

Korede Abdullah019 mins

Recently, the Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria cried out over acute shortage of radiographers and sonographers, sparking concerns about the implications for Nigeria’s healthcare system. In this special report, Korede Abdullah delves into the far-reaching consequences of this shortage, exploring how it affects the quality of care and patient outcomes in Nigeria’s health sector. Healthcare…

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NLC Demands Action on Economic Hardship, Minimum Wage Review, Workers’ Rights

Mirian Gom03 mins

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a strong statement demanding urgent action to address the worsening economic crisis, workers’ rights violations, and key challenges affecting Nigerian workers. In a communiqué released following their meeting in Port Harcourt on Friday, November 8, 2024, and sent to Africa Health Report,…

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Nigeria to Review Nigeria’s Investment Treaties, NIPC Act

Umar Dalhat Muaz03 mins

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has inaugurated a nine-member committee tasked with reviewing Nigeria’s Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) and the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) Act. The move, according to Fagbemi, is part of the federal government’s broader law reform agenda to enhance foreign investment…

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2 Chinese Brothers in EFCC Net over Alleged Illegal Dealing in Solid Minerals

John02 mins

Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested two Chinese siblings:  Wang Jiang and Wang Richard for allegedly making efforts to export some solid minerals without requisite permit. This was contained in a press release by the Head, Media & Publicity for the EFCC, Dele Oyewale. According…

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Onion Farmers Declare State of Emergency over Rising Challenges

Saultan Rabiu03 mins

The National Onion Producers, Processors, and Marketers Association of Nigeria, (NOPPMAN) has declared a state of emergency, urging coordinated action from all relevant stakeholders, including the government and financial institutions. Speaking at a conference in Abuja on Thursday, the President, NOPPMAN, Isa Aliyu highlighted several critical issues impacting farmers. Aliyu who is also the regional…

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Human Capital Gap Widens as Hardship Pushes More Children into Out-of-School Circles

Juliet Jacob016 mins

Nigeria has the highest number of out-of-school children in the world. The country is facing a staggering crisis in its education sector, particularly in the northern region, where the number of out-of-school children has reached alarming levels with over 10.5 million children aged 5-14 not attending school. Juliet Jacob delves into the far-reaching implications of…

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TinCan Customs Command Raises Revenue Generating Bar, Rakes in N1tn

Korede Abdullah17 mins

Korede Abdullah in Lagos In a historic success in revenue generation by any Nigerian agency, the Tin-Can Customs Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday announced a remarkable revenue collection of N1,046,496,593,103.60 from January 1 to November 7, 2024. This comes amid declining trade volume across Nigerian ports. The remarkable achievement demonstrates the…

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FG Reaffirms Commitment to CNG Vehicles, Cites Safety Amid Global Concerns

Juliet Jacob02 mins

In response to global safety concerns surrounding compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, Nigeria’s government has reaffirmed its commitment to using CNG as a safer, economical alternative to gasoline-powered vehicles. Under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, officials have addressed public concerns following Malaysia’s recent announcement to phase out CNG vehicles by 2025 due to safety issues with…

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