A recent report from Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), in partnership with the Lagos State Government, has shed light on the staggering fuel consumption in Lagos, raising urgent concerns about the environmental and economic impacts. The report shows that households and businesses in Lagos use a staggering 15.6 billion litres of fuel each year, which…
In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s industrial sector, the Ministry of Steel Development has introduced a specialized bootcamp aimed at empowering Nigerian youths with advanced technical skills. The program, which focuses on welding, industrial foundry, metallurgy, and related fields, is expected to bolster job creation and entrepreneurship within the country’s metals industry. The Permanent Secretary…
In a stark revelation of the global scope of childhood sexual violence, the United Nations children’s agency (UNICEF) has reported that up to 310 million boys and men, roughly 1 in 11, have suffered sexual abuse or rape during their childhood. This information, published on UNICEF’s official website and shared with Africa Health Report (AHR),…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has confirmed that the construction of the new Massey Children’s Hospital is on track for completion by mid-2025. During a recent site inspection, the Governor announced that substantial construction work is expected to be finished by the end of 2024, with final touches to follow. In a statement posted…
In a significant policy shift, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced that married women will no longer need to present a letter of consent from their husbands to obtain visa clearance for certain countries. This development is part of a comprehensive review of the visa clearance process required by the NDLEA for…
In observance of World Mental Health Day, the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Health has urged for greater attention to be paid to mental health in the workplace, stressing the importance of a safe and healthy environment for all employees’ well-being. The ministry conveyed its message through its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, highlighting…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised an alarm over the rising cases of hearing loss in Africa, projecting an increase from 40 million to 54 million people by 2030 if immediate measures are not taken. This warning was highlighted in the newly released Status Report on Ear and Hearing Care in the WHO African…
Bribery, VIP Treatment Deepening Crises/Scandal Often, narratives about Nigerian Prisons or properly stated, Correctional Centres are emitting highly reprehensible vicious activities that unfortunately mirror the country before her peers in the comity of nations. Juliet Jacob, taking as a case study the recent controversy involving a popular transgender based in Lagos, South West Nigeria, looks…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has strengthened its border security and surveillance capabilities with the acquisition of a new Cessna Grand Caravan EX-208B aircraft, marking a significant upgrade to its air wing operations. This acquisition sends a clear message to economic saboteurs that the NCS is stepping up its game in the fight against smuggling…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially commenced the sale of crude oil and refined petroleum products in Naira, effective October 1st, 2024. This development follows a directive from the Federal Executive Council (FEC), aimed at enhancing the country’s economic sovereignty. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Adebayo Olawale Edun,…
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