In a message marking World Tuberculosis Day 2024, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, the WHO Regional Director for Africa, highlighted the progress and challenges in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) in the region. Moeti emphasised the importance of prioritizing childhood TB and the need for sustained efforts to eliminate TB as a public health threat. Moeti noted…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has welcomed the offer of support from the United Nations in the development of marine resources within Nigeria. During a meeting with Mohamed Malick, the UN Resident Coordinator in Nigeria, the Minister affirmed Nigeria’s commitment to harnessing the ocean’s resources and highlighted the creation of…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboye Oyetola, has reaffirmed the ministry’s dedication to tackling challenges within the maritime industry. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Secretary General of MOWCA, Paul Idakule, in Abuja, Oyetola emphasised the need to review past actions and activate the issue of the Regional Bank coming on…
A devastating outbreak of Diphtheria has claimed the lives of four children in villages within Kano State. The outbreak, which has affected Kwarkiya, Kuru, Kunya, and Minjibir Villages, has left an additional 28 children fighting for their lives. The Information Officer of the local government, Tasiu Yahaya Dadin-Duniya, revealed the alarming figures in…
A bill aiming to double funding for the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has passed the second reading in the Nigerian House of Representatives. The amendment bill, sponsored by Muktar Shagaya, seeks to raise UBEC’s funding from 2 per cent to 4 per cent of the consolidated revenue fund. During the committee’s oversight function…
In a groundbreaking development, the U.S. Department of Justice has announced an antitrust lawsuit against tech giant Apple. The suit made on Thursday, alleges anti-competitive behavior in the company’s app store practices. This move signals a significant escalation in the government’s efforts to address concerns about competition in the tech industry. The lawsuit is expected…
The Executive Vice President, Gas, Power and New Energy of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd, Mr. Olalekan Ogunleye, emphasised the importance of transparency, accountability, research, technology, and innovation as key drivers of the ongoing transformation within the company. Ogunleye made these remarks during a Panel Session hosted by NNPC Ltd at the 2024…
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says it is intensifying efforts to track down the prime suspect Endurance Okodeh, alias Amangben, and others involved in the killings of 17 soldiers and civilians at Okuama, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. The command also noted that the manhunt will continue until all stolen weapons are recovered…
The Renaissance Assembly, a group based in Delta State, has called on the Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoheed Lagbaja, to intensify the search for Endurance Okodeh, also known as Amangbein, the prime suspect in the murder of four army officers and twelve soldiers in Okuama town. In an open letter to the military…
In a bid to address the accommodation challenges faced by students in Nigerian tertiary institutions, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced plans to construct hostels in 36 universities across the country. This initiative aims to provide suitable living conditions for students and create a conducive environment for their academic pursuits. Arch. Sonny Echono,…
