In a recent survey, the North-East region of Nigeria recorded the highest fertility rate, averaging 6.1 children per woman, closely followed by the North-West at 5.9. The 2023–24 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS), released Wednesday in Abuja, highlights a decline in the national fertility rate from 6.3 children in 2008 to 4.8 now. The…
The Cross River State Government has appealed to the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) for support in establishing a state-owned University of Education and Entrepreneurship. Governor Bassey Otu made the request during a meeting in Abuja, highlighting the crucial role of human capital development in addressing Nigeria’s challenges, including poverty and unemployment. Otu praised TETFund’s…
Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, has announced the upcoming launch of the country’s first-ever state of health report. Speaking at a conference in Abuja on Thursday, the minister said this report aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the nation’s healthcare system and chart a course for future improvements….
President Tinubu has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as acting Chief of Army Staff. This was disclosed in a statement on Wednesday by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS). “Oluyede…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reveals that 32 per cent of Nigerians remain unbanked, highlighting a significant gap in financial inclusion. Speaking on Wednesday at the Financial Literacy Fair in Abuja, the Acting Head of the Consumer, Ibrahim Yahaya Protection Department, shared that 52% of adults now have formal bank accounts, totaling about 54.2…
The World Health Organisation, (WHO) report has revealed that approximately 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB) in 2023, marking the highest number recorded since global TB monitoring began in 1995. This figure is up from 7.5 million in 2022, solidifying TB’s position as the leading infectious disease killer, surpassing COVID-19. The Global…
The World Bank has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to avoid intervening in the foreign exchange market through forex auctions. In its recent Nigeria Development Update, the institution emphasised the need for the CBN to reaffirm its commitment to a flexible exchange rate, advocating for a comprehensive and transparent approach to foreign exchange…
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) announced an increase in the daily food allowance for inmates from N750 to N1,150, set to take effect in the 2025 budget. Stephen Abene, spokesperson for the Nasarawa State NCoS Command, confirmed the news on Tuesday, stating, “The government recently approved N1,150 for feeding per inmate from N750. This upward…
In this report, Gom Mirian explores the implications of the ongoing energy crisis, the disconnect between promises and reality, and the potential consequences for the upcoming elections. Reliable Electricity In a nation where reliable electricity is essential for development and poverty alleviation, the incessant collapse of Nigeria’s national grid has become a pressing concern…
The federal ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has called for the establishment of agricultural insurance and weather advisory desks at the community level to bolster climate resilience among smallholder farmers. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari made the call on Monday in Abuja. Kyari stressed the critical role of timely weather…
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