Rwanda Launches First Mpox Vaccination Campaign in Africa
Rwanda has made a groundbreaking advancement in public health by launching the first mpox vaccination campaign on the African continent. This initiative aims to combat the growing threat of mpox, particularly in regions at high risk. As of Tuesday, Rwanda has administered 300 doses of the mpox vaccine to individuals in vulnerable populations, focusing on […]
Correctional Officer Killed by Colleague Over Lunch Dispute in Bauchi
A recent incident at the Burra Correctional Centre in Bauchi State has shocked the community, as a correctional officer lost his life in a dispute with a colleague over food. This tragic event took place on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, and has raised concerns about workplace violence within correctional facilities. According to eyewitness accounts, the […]
NAFDAC closes Maiduguri market for selling flood-damaged drugs
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has closed down the Gomboru drug market in Maiduguri, Borno state. In a recent statement, NAFDAC revealed that it discovered drugs damaged by the recent floods were being washed and sun-dried for resale at the market. According to the agency, after the recent flooding […]
Public Endures Hardships While Criminals Remain Unpunished – Archbishop Ojumu
In a heartfelt address during the special church service titled “Let Justice Flow,” Archbishop Solomon Ojumu of the African Church emphasized the urgent need for justice in society. Held to mark the beginning of the 2024/2025 Legal Year at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter in Ake, Abeokuta, the event brought together legal professionals and […]
Nigeria is Basically Bankrupt, and the Federal Government is Outdated – Obaseki
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, recently stated that Nigeria is “basically bankrupt” and urged the Federal Government to implement much-needed structural reforms to ensure the country’s economic growth. During an interview on Politics Today, a Channels Television program, on Thursday evening, Obaseki criticized the way Nigeria’s finances are managed. He pointed out that the government is […]
World Bank Set to Approve $1.5 Billion Loan for Nigeria’s Development
The World Bank is preparing to approve a substantial loan of $1.5 billion to Nigeria, with the approval date set for September 26. This funding is part of a broader initiative to support crucial development projects that aim to enhance Nigeria’s economic stability and capacity for resource mobilization. The $1.5 billion loan will be allocated […]
Dangote Officials and Refiners Challenge Marketers Over Imported Petrol
The ongoing tension between domestic oil refiners and major oil marketers in Nigeria has reached a new level, with Dangote Refinery officials strongly criticizing the importation of low-quality Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol. This comes after the commencement of large-scale fuel imports by some oil marketers, despite the availability of locally refined […]
Ngor Okpala Communities Lament Poor Road Conditions in Imo State
Communities in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area, Imo State, are in distress over the deplorable condition of their roads. These communities have been enduring years of neglect, leading to severe economic, social, and educational challenges. The bad roads are not just an inconvenience; they are creating serious obstacles to daily life, limiting access to markets, […]