In Nigeria, the battle against hepatitis B faces a new challenge as corrupt practices in government health facilities hinder access to affordable vaccination. Residents like Mr. Ralph and Maryam in Abuja are left frustrated and helpless in the face of exorbitant fees for essential healthcare services. Mr. Ralph expressed his disbelief at the inflated costs,…
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has criticised the Nigerian government for prioritising other sectors over the teaching profession, which they believe is the foundation for the development of all other fields. The National President of NUT, Audu Amba, expressed his concerns during a meeting in Abuja on Thursday where he called on the Federal…
The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation received a donation of $2 million from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to support flood relief efforts in Nigeria. The funds were distributed to the World Food Programme and the Nigeria Red Cross Society. The ECOWAS Commissioner for Human Development and Social Affairs,…
A recent report by the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) has exposed the alarming extent of corruption in Nigeria’s maritime sector, revealing that the country is losing a staggering $204 million annually in gross domestic product due to bribery demands. According to the report titled ‘The cost of maritime corruption to the industry and society sighted…
The Nigerian Senate, on Tuesday, refuted claims that the 10th Senate is suggesting the procurement of new aircraft for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. Speaking in Maiduguri, Senate President, Godswill Akpabio dismissed the report as false, emphasizing that the Senate’s focus is on legislative support for President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda….
The World Health Organization, (WHO) revealed that alcohol is responsible for nearly three million deaths each year, with a slight decrease in recent years but still at an “unacceptably high” level. A report made public on the organization’s website and sighted by Africa Health Report, (AHR) on Tuesday, shows that in 2019, 2.6 million…
The president and founder of LoveWorld Incorporated, also known as Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome has shared his perspective on the recent fire incident at the church’s headquarters in Lagos on Sunday. Oyakhilome sees the recent fire as an opportunity for growth, saying, “Now that this has happened, we will build a bigger, better,…
The Deputy Governor of the Economic Policy Directorate at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Muhammad Abdullahi, has assured Nigerians that relief from the high cost of living may be on the horizon. The assurances have raised hope for many who have been struggling with the current harsh economic impacts’ consequent to the removal…
A devastating downpour in Benue State has left residents reeling from the aftermath of severe flooding, with houses submerged and livestock losses mounting. The alarming situation unfolded on Thursday night, catching locals off guard and plunging them into a state of distress. Mrs. Rosemary Iorhemen, a resident of Abger Village, a community few minutes away…
Nigeria’s economy has taken a significant hit, slipping from its long-held position as Africa’s largest economy to a disappointing fourth place. The latest data from the IMF World Economic Outlook, April 2024, reveals a stark decline in Nigeria’s GDP, with the country’s economic performance plummeting behind South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria. In an exclusive interview…
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