Juliet Jacob Ochenje, Ogbodo Ozioma Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced that preliminary investigations conducted by security agencies have revealed the cause of the explosion that occurred in the Bodija Area of Ibadan on Tuesday. According to the governor, on Wednesday, the blast was triggered by explosive devices stored by illegal miners. The explosion…
Ogbodo Ozioma Favour The Karmo market in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) was engulfed by a devastating fire in the early hours of Wednesday, leaving traders helpless as their goods turned to ashes. Known for its affordable prices of used clothing, the market experienced a tragic incident that many believe could have been minimised if…
Juliet Jacob, Ogbodo Ozioma Favour Nigeria has been listed among the most dangerous countries in the world to live in 2024, according to the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2023 report. The factors used to compile this report include the number of internal and external violent conflicts, level of distrust, political instability, potential for terrorist acts,…
Jumoke Olasunkanmi Tanzania’s health authorities have issued a high alert following an outbreak of red eye disease, a condition characterized by eye redness often attributed to swollen or dilated blood vessels. The Director of Curative Services in the Ministry of Health, Pascal Ruggajo, announced at a press conference in Dar es Salaam that preliminary investigations…
Jumoke Olasunkanmi Despite concerns over the increasing exodus of skilled workers from Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has assured that his government will train more personnel to fill the void left by those leaving the country. President Tinubu said this on Monday during the inauguration of Governor Hope Uzodinma in Owerri, Imo state. The migration of…
Juliet Jacob Ochenje The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called for an emergency security meeting in response to the escalating security crisis in the nation’s capital. Bandits have been targeting residents in their homes, leading to fatalities and heightened tension. Speaking at the ongoing meeting in Abuja, Wike assured residents…
Jumoke Olasunkanmi The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched an appeal for US$ 1.5 billion to protect the health of the most vulnerable populations in 41 emergencies around the globe in 2024. This appeal aims to reach over 87 million people in the context of complex emergencies, including conflicts, climate change, and economic instability, which…
Juliet Jacob Ochenje The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has approved its largest annual budget to date, totaling $8.6 billion for 2024, a significant increase over the previous year. This budget represents a 4% increase over last year and a $2 billion increase over the 2021 budget. The decision comes as global contributions to health…
Jumoke Olasunkanmi The former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ibrahim Pantami, is facing accusations of funding terrorism after his donation of N50 million towards the release of six abducted sisters and their father sparked outrage among Nigerians. Many netizens took to social media to condemn Pantami’s actions, calling it “terrorism funding” and…
Ogbodo Ozioma Favour The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has revealed that it received a staggering total of 752 complaints of human rights abuse in Plateau between January and November 2023. Veronica Abe, the NHRC Coordinator in the state, disclosed this alarming statistic on Monday in Jos. Abe stated that the reported cases covered a…
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