WHO raises concerns over 8m syphilis infections per year
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised alarm over the setbacks in the fight against sexually transmitted diseases. The UN organisation reported in Geneva, that the annual number of new syphilis infections rose from around 7.1 million in 2020 to eight million in 2022. It said that the largest increases were recorded on the American […]
Nigeria has witnessed significant strides under Tinubu , says Akume
Sen. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation says Nigeria has witnessed significant strides in various sectors, in one year of President Bola Tinubu’s stewardship. Akume stated this on Wednesday in Abuja, at the ministerial press briefing to mark one year anniversary of President Tinubu in office. “Through prudent fiscal policies and strategic […]
Anyaoku, The Patriots embark on nationwide advocacy for new constitution
The Patriots, a group of eminent leaders of thought in Nigeria chaired by a former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, on Wednesday announced the launch of a nationwide advocacy for a new constitution. The Patriots, in a statement by the Secretary, Mr Salvation Alibor, in Lagos, said that the advocacy was for mobilisation towards the […]
Senate probes Bayelsa explosion
The Senate has constituted an ad hoc committee to investigate the recent explosion near the Gbarain-Ubie gas processing facility in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. This followed the adoption of a motion at plenary on Wednesday on the need for urgent action on massive explosion close to Gbarain-Ubie gas processing facility in Yenagoa, Bayelsa by Sen. Benson […]
Senate probes Bayelsa explosion
The Senate has constituted an ad hoc committee to investigate the recent explosion near the Gbarain-Ubie gas processing facility in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. This followed the adoption of a motion at plenary on Wednesday on the need for urgent action on massive explosion close to Gbarain-Ubie gas processing facility in Yenagoa, Bayelsa by Sen. Benson […]
Misinformation responsible for low uptake of HPV vaccine – UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has attributed low uptake of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccines to misinformation. Mrs Aderonke Akinola-Akinwole, Social and Behaviour Change Specialist, UNICEF, said this on Wednesday at a two-day media dialogue organised for journalists in Lagos. Akinola-Akinwole said that misinformation and disinformation have continued to militate against the success […]
Plateau attack: Mutfwang vows to safeguard citizens
Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has condemned the recent attack on Zurak community of Wase Local Government Area of the state and vowed to safeguard lives and property of its citizens. This is contained in a statement by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Mr Gyang Bere, on Wednesday in Jos. According to […]
Court remands man, 46, over alleged killing of 70-year-old man
An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan, on Wednesday, remanded a 46-year-old man, Mutiu Balogun, in a correctional facility over alleged killing of a 70-year-old man. Balogun, whose address was not provided, was charged with murder. The Magistrate, Mrs Olasinmibo Sanusi-Zubair, did not take the plea of the defendant for want of jurisdiction. Sanusi-Zubair directed the […]
Olukoya, Esho to build Africa’s first Musical Museum and Empire The General Overseer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles (MFM), Dr. DK Olukoya is to team up with renown music archivist and founder of Evergreen Music Chief Femi Esho, to build what has been described as Africa’s first music museum and empire. The project, […]
TECNO partners Tiwa Savage on ‘Water and Garri’ Premiere
By Patrick Aigbokhan The recent premiere of the highly anticipated film, ‘Water and Garri’ was nothing short of a star-studded affair. Its compelling storyline and stellar performances captured audiences. Held at the Livesport Event Center, the event drew A-list celebrities, industry insiders, and eager fans, all eager to witness the cinematic spectacle unfold. One of […]
