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…
A fertility expert, Dr. Abayomi Ajayi, has warned that undergoing fibroid treatment or surgery does not guarantee fertility and is primarily for symptom relief. Speaking at the Nordica Fibroid Care Centre in Abuja, Dr. Ajayi clarified that there is a common misconception that removing fibroids will automatically lead to pregnancy, but this is not always…
The World Bank’s latest report paints a grim picture of poverty in Africa, with Nigeria leading the pack as the country with the highest share of the global population living below the extreme poverty line. Despite abundant resources, the poverty rate in Nigeria stands at a staggering 11.3%. “An estimated 87 million Nigerians live below…
The Presidential flag bearer for the Labour Party, Peter Obi has criticised the Federal Government for considering purchasing new aircraft for the Presidential fleet. This comes after the House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence recommended buying new planes for President Bola Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima. Obi on his X handle on…
In the rugged terrain of Bungudu local government area of Zamfara State in Northwest Nigeria, 32-year-old Shaawanatu Sani’s life has been marked by heart-wrenching tragedies and losses. A mother of eight, Shaawanatu’s foreboding experience serves as a poignant reference of the devastating impact of cultural beliefs and practices in the underserved communities. Gom Mirian who…
