President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun as the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), reaffirming his administration’s commitment to upholding the judiciary’s independence and sanctity. This was contained in a statement released on Monday and signed by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. The…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a step towards providing affordable transportation to its citizens. To commemorate the country’s 64th Independence Day, the government handed over 64 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to representatives of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). This…
The Nigerian Army has secured a major victory in its fight against terrorism, freeing 40 hostages and eliminating eight terrorists in various operations across the country. This achievement was announced by the Nigerian Army on its social media platform Sunday night. The successful operations not only rescued hostages but also dealt a significant blow to…
The World Bank has given Nigeria a major boost with three new projects totalling $1.57 billion in financing. This significant funding aims to tackle governance challenges in education and healthcare, enhance primary healthcare services, and bolster resilience to climate change through improved dam safety and irrigation infrastructure. The approval, made on September 26, 2024, underscores…
Every September 29, (Today, Sunday, September 29) marks World Heart Day. It is a global initiative to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD) and promote heart-healthy habits. As the world’s leading cause of death, claiming 17.3 million lives annually, CVD is a pressing concern that demands attention and action In Nigeria, the statistics are alarming,…
Palpable fears grip the residents of Lagos as the planned October 1 #FEARLESS Protest draws nearer. According to Africa Health Report AHR, checks their fear is over the likelihood of appearance of the Oro masquerades on the streets of Lagos on Independence Day. Previously, the Oro masquerades were released to the streets when mass protests…
Rwanda’s Health Minister, Sabin Nsanzimana, has confirmed six deaths and 26 cases of Marburg disease, a viral haemorrhagic fever, since the outbreak began. The majority of victims are reported to be healthcare workers, particularly those in intensive care units, highlighting the high risk of transmission in healthcare settings. “We are counting 20 people who are…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched an ambitious campaign to vaccinate at least five million children against measles and other life-threatening diseases in the South West and Edo states. This initiative, set to begin on October 5, 2024, is part of the 2024 Integrated Supplemental Immunisation Activities, undertaken in collaboration with the governments…
Nigeria’s oil exploration has taken a hit, decreasing by 22% year-on-year in August 2024, according to the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). This decline is largely attributed to low investment in the upstream sector of the petroleum industry. The number of rigs deployed for operations dropped to 14, down from 18 in the corresponding…
The Nigerian military has made significant strides in its fight against terrorism, neutralizing 1,937 terrorists and arresting 2,782 suspected terrorists and other criminal elements between July and September 2024. The military’s offensive actions resulted in the neutralization of over 65 prominent terrorist leaders, commanders, and combatants. Some of the significant leaders eliminated include Munzir Arika,…
