Hussaini Ibrahim Kaif in Kano The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched a new initiative aimed at significantly increasing polio vaccination coverage in Katsina State, with a target of reaching over 45% of eligible children by the end of the year. This ambitious initiative is part of a broader effort to eradicate poliomyelitis in…
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has unveiled the state’s new Education Policy, aimed at addressing the challenges of inadequate infrastructure, low enrollment, and high dropout rates. The policy is designed to create an inclusive, equitable, and high-quality educational framework. Represented by his Deputy, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, Governor Fintiri explained that the policy was developed…
The Cross River State government has ordered an immediate investigation into the activities of medicine vendors, particularly patent medicine dealers, in Ebom and other communities within Abi Local Government Area. This directive follows an outbreak of abnormal sleep disorders affecting several residents in Ebom, suspected to be linked to trypanosomiasis or substance abuse. Health Commissioner…
Africa Health Report findings has revealed that, from 2023 to August 2024, 15,000 refugees have returned to Nigeria, adding to the existing health crisis in a region grappling with vulnerable conditions. A government official in Gambaru, a town bordering Cameroon, confirmed the return of the refugees and heightened fears of sudden rise of diseases. In…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has called for renewed efforts in public-private partnerships and integrated service delivery to combat the growing tuberculosis (TB) burden in the country. Speaking at the 2024 National TB Conference in Abuja, Mrs. Tinubu emphasized the urgency of addressing the disease, describing it as “a leading cause of death in Nigeria.”…
In an effort to eliminate the Lakurawa sect in Sokoto and Kebbi States, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has deployed a Special Operations Brigade to both regions. This deployment is part of the ongoing Operation Forest Sanity III (Chase Lakurawa Out), aimed at building upon previous successes. While addressing the troops on…
Katsina State has made significant strides in technological innovation by establishing a state-of-the-art Geographical Information Service Agency (KATGIS). Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda has revealed that this agency is the most cost-effective in the entire country. During a recent ceremony, Governor Radda emphasized that KATGIS is equipped with advanced technology, including QR-code certification, which surpasses…
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has approved the establishment of a new Ministry of Livestock Development. This strategic move aims to bolster the state’s agricultural sector and enhance livestock production. A statement from the Governor’s office revealed that the Secretary to the State Government, Head of Service, and Commissioner for Agriculture have been tasked…
The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of Academic and Non-Academic Staff of state-owned tertiary institutions in Bauchi State has announced a two-week warning strike, set to commence on Monday, December 17th, 2024. The decision was reached after an emergency meeting held at the NUJ Press Center on Thursday, December 12th. This follows an earlier 21-day ultimatum…
Hussaini Ibrahim Kafi in Kano A tragic road accident involving a Borno State University staff bus and a truck has claimed the lives of two students and left three others critically injured. The accident occurred on Njimtilo Road on Wednesday. According to the Borno State Police Command, the collision resulted in severe injuries for several…
