The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed a significant development in the field of pathogen genomic surveillance, with the announcement of US$ 4 million in funding from donors to establish a catalytic grant fund. This fund aims to support organisations working in this area, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, to pilot projects and create…
In a powerful display of unity and determination, women from various community-based organisations in the Niger Delta have voiced their strong opposition to the plans of oil companies to divest their onshore assets without proper consultation. The women accused Shell, AGIP, and Exxon Mobil of the plot and added the companies did so without addressing…
…As Troops denied Oil Thieves N2.5 bn Worth Of Crude Oil The Director, of Defence Media Operations,(DMO), Major General Edward Buba at a conference in Abuja on Thursday emphasised the need for good governance to effectively combat insurgency and other criminal activities in the country. Gen. Buba said, “The classic principle of counterinsurgency is that…
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the tragic deaths of three of its medical personnel and a patient due to acute Viral Hemorrhagic Fever (VHF), commonly known as Lassa fever, at the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna. The victims reportedly passed away within the last 48 hours, with some in critical condition. In response…
The growing breach of privacy and patients’ rights and dignity in Nigerian hospitals is just concerning. Oftentimes, you hear issues discussed in hush tones, all because the next person must not hear about it. But this is real, happening inside the confines of supposedly Care Homes-hospitals and leaves the victims traumatized. With Sexual harassment of…
President Bola Tinubu has given his nod to the appointment of Ms. Hafsat Abubakar Bakari as the Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), signaling a new era for the agency. Ms. Bakari, a distinguished lawyer and financial intelligence expert, brings a wealth of experience in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing to…
In a bid to revolutionize the health and life science sector in Nigeria, the Nigerian government, through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), has unveiled plans to establish institutions focusing on this critical area. This announcement was made on Tuesday during a meeting in Abuja where TETFund’s Executive Secretary, Arc. Sonny Echono welcomed a senior…
Nigeria’s currency, the naira, hit a record low at both the official and unofficial markets on Tuesday, plunging to 1,869.17 naira per dollar. This drop has raised concerns about the country’s economy and the impact it will have on businesses and ordinary citizens. The black market rate, which is often more favourable for those dealing…
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to introduce electronic gates at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport and several other airports across Nigeria by March 2024, aiming to streamline the travel experience for all airport patrons. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, highlighted the significance of this development, emphasising the seamless…
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has taken a firm stance against 86 government agencies and departments with outstanding electricity bills totaling N47.1 billion. In a notice issued on Monday, the AEDC has given these entities 10 days to settle their debts or face disconnection. Among the entities listed in the notice are the Presidential…
