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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has unveiled a multi-pronged plan to combat the growing public health threat posed by antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The new strategy, based on four strategic pillars, is Nigeria’s commitment to the “One Health” approach, which seeks to unite human, animal, and environmental health to tackle complex […]
A commercial bus driver and conductor are on the run after a horrific accident in Iyana Ejigbo, Lagos, resulted in the death of a pedestrian and severe injuries to two others. According to a statement released today by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the incident involved a speeding commercial LT bus with […]
Nigerian journalist Livinus Chibuike Victor aims to make history as he initiates a groundbreaking attempt to surpass the Guinness World Record for longest marathon interviewing by 72 hours and 30 minutes of non-stop interviewing. The event, with the title “Nigeria, Our Strength,” will be held from April 17 to April 20, 2025, at Abuja’s […]
Geregu Power Plc, a leading power generation company in Nigeria, today released its interim financial statements for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, revealing a pre-tax profit of N13.01 billion. While the figure remains substantial, it indicates a 40.57% decrease compared to the N21.9 billion profit recorded in the corresponding period of 2024. […]
The Gombe Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Haske Abubakar, for allegedly raping a six-year-old girl in the Billiri town of Billiri Local Government Area. The incident occurred on April 9 at about 3:00 p.m. while the minor was asleep at her grandmother’s house. According to DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the state police spokesperson, the […]
Despite the prevailing global economic fragility, Africa’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow by 4.0% in 2025, according to the 2025 African Trade and Economic Outlook (ATEO) Report released by Afreximbank. The report further predicts that Africa’s real GDP will reach 4.1% in 2026 and 4.2% in 2027. The 2025 ATEO […]
The World Bank has announced that it has invested over $16 billion in the country across 28 active projects. The financial institution made this known in a statement released on Saturday, highlighting its efforts to help Nigeria address its most pressing development priorities. According to the World Bank, the investments are primarily being made through […]
Two masquerades led youths in Omu-Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State to protest over alleged outrageous billing and sudden movement of the community’s electricity billing regime from Band C to Band A. The protesters, on Friday, gathered at Bareke Roundabout in the metropolis, carrying placards with various inscriptions amidst dancing and singing […]
Nigeria is in mourning following the death of Christian Chukwu, a towering figure in the nation’s football history, at the age of 74. Known as “Chairman” for his commanding presence, Chukwu wasn’t just a captain and coach; he was a symbol of national pride. He captained Nigeria to their first-ever Africa Cup […]
Ugandan diplomat and businessman, Chris Rugari is reeling in confusion after a DNA test revealed that two of his five children are not biologically his. The news comes as a devastating blow to Rugari, who had always believed that his wife was faithful and that all of his children were his own. The […]
