The World Health Organisation (WHO) has published global cholera statistics for 2023, revealing a concerning increase in cases and deaths. According to a statement released on Wednesday, the number of reported cholera cases rose by 13 per cent and deaths by 71 per cent in 2023 compared to the previous year. The WHO reported that…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered a gun and other materials from 74 suspected internet fraudsters arrested in Abuja. Its Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. ”Items recovered from them include 86 phones, one rifle pistol and three motorcycles,” he said. According to him, the suspects…
Some educationists have said that child excellence goes beyond a good academic performance, warning that such an achievement alone would not equip a child to face life’s complex realities. They said on Sunday in Lagos that while academic achievements remained important, holistic child development encompassed emotional intelligence, empathy, confidence, creativity, resilience, and strong character. The…
Nigeria is making bold strides towards economic stability and digital transformation under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Vice-President Kashim Shettima said on Tuesday. Addressing the Digital Nigeria International Conference and Exhibition 2025, Shettima said the government’s policies are winning both investor confidence and international recognition. “The era of economic volatility is behind us,” Shettima declared, citing…
Nigeria’s Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that 85 underage students have been granted approval to proceed with university admission after meeting the requirements for exceptional admission. The announcement was made in Abuja on Monday by Dr Fabian Benjamin, spokesperson for the board, who stated that the successful candidates had completed an intensive…
President Bola Tinubu has charged Nigeria’s newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners to aggressively pursue foreign investments. He also charged them to strengthen strategic partnerships and reposition the country’s global image in line with evolving diplomatic realities. This is contained in a statement on Monday in Abuja, by Mr Yomi Odunuga, Special Adviser on Media…
Nigeria’s president has celebrated the accomplishments of two nationals making their mark abroad, describing them as symbols of the country’s growing influence in global affairs and sport. In a statement on Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu congratulated Farouk Gumel, recently appointed Chairman of Botswana’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Limited, and Tobi Amusan, who won silver in the…
A major health financing summit aimed at boosting the global fight against AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria will take place in Johannesburg on Friday, bringing together world leaders and development partners. The Global Fund’s 8th Replenishment Summit, announced by Global Health Strategies (GHS) in a statement on Wednesday, will be co-hosted by South Africa and the…
The Oyo State Government says Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, will begin international flight operations by June 2026. The Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, confirmed this in a statement issued on Monday in Ibadan. Oyelade said the international terminal, currently at 15 per cent completion, is expected to be ready…
Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Wednesday called for the temporary evacuation of Palestinian residents against the backdrop of a major counterterrorism operation in the north of the West Bank. “The Israel Defence Forces has been intensively operating in the Jenin at night, and Tulkarm refugee camps to combat the terrorist infrastructure established there. “Iran…
