The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa has emphasized the power of kinetic and non-kinetic methods to defeating terrorists in their games. He also pledged commitment to restoring peace in the Lake Chad Basin region. “He pledged to do more in order to restore lasting peace in the Lake Chad Basin”, a…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the recent 50% telecommunications tariff hike approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), disclosing its planning a nationwide protest. In a statement issued after an emergency meeting of its National Administrative Council (NAC) on Wednesday, President, NLC, Comrade Joe Ajaero condemned the decision as “insensitive” and “unjustifiable.” “The…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano Max Air has announced a temporary suspension of all domestic flight operations for 90 days, effective midnight, January 31, 2025, to conduct an internal operational evaluation. The announcement was contained in a post on the airline’s official Facebook page, which was sighted by the Africa Health Report correspondent in Kano. According…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has revealed that Taraba, Lagos, and Benue states have the highest prices for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), also known as cooking gas, in Nigeria. According to the latest NBS report, the average price of five kilograms of LPG increased by 44.62% to N7,000 in December…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano …Emphasizes Unity for Economic Growth Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has called for the strengthening of cross-border trade between Nigeria and the Republic of Cameroon, highlighting its role in fostering greater unity and cohesion between the two nations. Governor Zulum made the call during a bilateral meeting in the…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano Katsina State Government, through the Katsina Enterprise Development Agency (KASEDA), has released the first batch of beneficiaries for the Bank of Industry (BOI) managed loan initiative. According to KASEDA Director General, Hajia Aisha Aminu Malumfashi, “A total of 88 business owners and operators have been selected as the first Batch for…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has once again shut down the infamous Cemetery Market in Aba, Abia State. Widely regarded as a hub for Africa’s largest cartel in the manufacture of fake wines and beverages, the market has been described as a “menace to public health” by officials. The…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Kebbi Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) marked the International Customs Day (ICD) 2025 with a grand event held at its premises in Birnin Kebbi. The celebration, themed “Customs Delivering on its Commitment to Efficiency, Security, and Prosperity,” brought together dignitaries, including retired senior officers, representatives of sister…
Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu has announced commitment to enhanced access to electricity. The president made this pledge in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, where he joined other African leaders to participate in the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit. The two-day Summit, hosted by the government of Tanzania in collaboration with the African Union, the African Development…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Tuesday disclosed plans to commence implementation of new guidelines towards port decongestion and enhancing the ease of doing business in the country, urging stakeholders to comply with these regulations to facilitate smooth trade operations. The new measures are targeted at addressing port congestion, streamline clearance processes and reduce disputes arising…
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