The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has sealed 50 outlets in Kaduna State for selling edible oil under unhygienic conditions. The operation was said to be part of a sensitisation workshop for dealers, focusing on Registration Procedures and Food Management. This was disclosed in a statement posted on the agency’s X…
About 19 children may have died from sickness suspected to be complication from measles in Mubi North Local Government Area of Adamawa. Adamawa state Commissioner for Health, Mr Felix Tangwami told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Mubi on Saturday that more than 200 children in the local government area were already infected. He…
Justice H.H. Kereng of the Gombe State High Court has sentenced the President of the National Association of Charcoal Producers and Exporters, NACPE, Edu Babatunde Azeez, to one year in prison over a fraud case involving N7 million. Azeez and his company, Ablims Limited, pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy and obtaining under false…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced the launch of a large-scale rollout of the life-saving malaria vaccine in the Republic of Benin, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. This initiative targets millions of children across the three West African nations. WHO stated, “Today’s launch brings to eight the number of countries on the continent to offer…
In a bid to tackle noise pollution and uphold environmental standards, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has taken decisive action, closing several organisations in the state. The Agency conducted enforcement operations in key areas including lfako-Ijaiye, Abule-Egba, Alagbado, Command, Abesan Estate, and Dopemu, several establishments have been temporarily closed down. According to a…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Jim Ovia, as the Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). Mr. Ovia, a renowned banker and businessman, is known for his efforts in nurturing and empowering young Nigerians. In a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, it…
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to eradicating criminal elements from the state. Speaking during the unveiling of new operational vehicles for the Kogi State Vigilante Service in Lokoja on Friday, Governor Ododo emphasized the significance of enhancing safety and security across all regions of Kogi. In his address, Governor…
A document which filtered through a Federal High Court Abuja, has revealed an agreement for prepaid school fees until graduation of four children in The American International School Abuja AISA, reportedly, kids of the immediate past governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello. In the document obtained by Africa Health Report AHR, one Mr Ali Bello…
In Nigeria, the labour movement has historically been a powerful force, advocating for the rights and interests of all Nigerian workers. However, in recent years, the once formidable Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has faced criticisms and scrutiny for its perceived decline in effectiveness and integrity. This feature story explores the evolution of labour activism in…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited said it has resolved the tight supply of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in some areas across the country, attributing the issue to logistics problems that have now been addressed. Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye emphasised this in a statement issued in Abuja. Soneye also reassured the public…
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