A team of academics overseeing the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) initiative has called for its expansion to pre-primary, primary, and secondary schools across Nigeria to bolster the country’s technological growth. Speaking at the presentation of the STEAM project report in Abuja yesterday, the Chairman of the Implementation Team, Professor Emerita Nwaorgu,…
Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has relieved Khadija Sidi Suleiman of her position as Special Assistant to the Governor on Gender. The decision was announced in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Bala Ibrahim, and made available to the press on Wednesday. The statement did not provide specific reasons…
35 minors have been confirmed dead in a stampede at a funfair held at Islamic High School, Orita Bashorun, Ibadan. The incident which happened on Wednesday during a carnival has generated serious panic and opened fresh issues. The Oyo State Police Command has announced that seven suspects have been arrested for their roles in the…
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the promotion of 8,053 senior police officers, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s operational restructuring. This decision follows thorough evaluations conducted by the PSC’s Standing Committee on Police Promotions, chaired by retired DIG Taiwo Lakanu. A statement made available to Africa Health Report on Wednesday by the…
The Cross River State government has announced an extension of maternity leave for all civil and public service employees, increasing the duration from three to six months. This move, which takes effect on December 20, 2024, aims to improve infant health and well-being, especially regarding breastfeeding rates. The decision, outlined in a government circular dated…
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has pledged to work with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to combat corruption in the country. The Chairman of the National Litigation Committee (NLT) of the NBA, Barr. Vincent Otaokpokpu, made this commitment during a visit to the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu on…
…47% of Nigerian children live in poverty … Nigeria is not complying with the standards of accessibility of primary healthcare facilities in the communities … Misconception about polio vaccine is high … Abused children are double victimized by the event but also by the community many times …Nigeria will achieve few SDGs by 2030…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Female Handball Team has achieved a historic feat by winning the Ardova Premier League for the fifth time, earning them a continental ticket to represent Nigeria in the 2025 Africa Cup Winners Competition. The FRSC announced this achievement in a statement signed by the Corps’ Public Education Officer, Assistant…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Professor Iya Abubakar, a renowned mathematics professor, on his 90th birthday. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Saturday, President Tinubu commended Professor Abubakar for his remarkable services to the nation, acknowledging his contributions to the fields of Mathematics…
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has concluded a 4-day training program for 34 officers of the ICT and Cyber Security Directorate. The training, which took place from December 10 to 13, 2024, aimed to equip the officers with the necessary skills to prevent and tackle digital hacking activities, as disclosed by the Service’s Public Relations…
