A massive emergency vaccination campaign will roll out from February 22 to 26, 2025, aiming to protect over 591,000 children under 10 from a potential polio outbreak. The World Health Organisation (WHO), UNICEF, and other partners have joined forces to tackle this emergency after recent polio traces were found in Gaza’s wastewater. In a statement…
With less than 24 hours to Valentine’s Day, Nigerians are set to splurge, with nearly 80% of consumers planning to invest in food and perfumes, according to a recent report by SBM Intelligence. The 2025 survey, titled “Love in the Air,” highlights a notable shift in consumer behaviour, emphasising experiences over traditional gifts. The report…
A recent study highlights disparities in the use of medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) among older adults, despite an overall increase in treatment rates. Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch analysed Medicare data from 2017 to 2022, revealing that while MOUD usage among seniors rose from 4.8% to 15%, certain groups remain…
A significant study has uncovered a concerning connection between air pollution and the rising rates of lung cancer among non-smokers, particularly affecting women and communities in Southeast Asia. The research, published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine on World Cancer Day, on Tuesday highlights the shifting dynamics of one of the world’s deadliest illnesses. The study…
Hussaini Ibrahim in Kano Jigawa State has formalized a partnership with regional agricultural institutions to establish the Jigawa State Agricultural Transformation Agency, aimed at transforming the state’s agricultural sector. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Tuesday, by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Jigawa State, Hamisu Mohammed Gumel. The development…
A public health expert has issued a firm warning about looming health emergency in Nigeria if lack of safe water across the country persists. The expert, Chief Consultant Epidemiologist at the Federal Ministry of Health, Dr Ganiyu Jamiyu said that water is indispensable for proper hygiene. “For the general public, however, access to clean water…
In a shocking revelation, Nigeria, Africa’s largest black nation has plunged into a record low in the global rule of law rankings. In the recent release, The World Justice Project’s (WJP) Rule of Law Index 2024 paints a dismal picture, with Nigeria trailing behind 119 countries, ranking a depressing 120 out of 142 nations. Despite…
Stark Revelation In a stark revelation, Nigeria, the behemoth of black Africa, has plummeted to an alarming low in the global rule of law rankings. The World Justice Project’s (WJP) Rule of Law Index 2024 paints a dismal picture, with Nigeria trailing behind 119 countries, ranking a dismal 120 out of 142 nations. With the…
The Police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have begun an investigation into the unfortunate stampede at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, which resulted in the deaths of ten people during a food distribution event last weekend. This incident has ignited extensive public discussion, eliciting responses from various religious organizations and officials. In reaction…
Ghana’s President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced that all African nationals will soon enjoy visa-free entry to the country, fulfilling a promise made earlier this year. The policy, set to take effect before Akufo-Addo’s term ends on January 6, 2025, aims to improve continental mobility and economic integration. Speaking at the Africa Prosperity Dialogues…
