The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has declared a nationwide nine-day prayer effort aimed at ending the persistent violence in Benue State and promoting national reconciliation. The announcement was made on Sunday in Lagos through a statement co-signed by Archbishop Lucius Ugorji of Owerri and Bishop Donatus Ogun of Uromi, the CBCN President and…
Chinese President Xi Jinping will not be attending the upcoming summit of the BRICS group of emerging economies, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning announced in Beijing on Wednesday. Prime Minister Li Qiang will travel to this year’s meeting in Brazil, she said. No reason was given for Xi’s absence. The Kremlin has announced that Russia…
Congo’s mpox control programme on Wednesday said Congo has been unable to launch mpox vaccination campaign in Kinshasa due to shortage of doses, while cases countrywide continue to rise, especially among children. Cris Kacita, the head of operations for Congo’s mpox control programme said the World Health Organization declared mpox a global health emergency in…
For the second time this month, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has again announced a reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from N890 to N825 per litre. This follows a N60 reduction earlier on February 1, a move aimed to provide relief to Nigerians, particularly during the Ramadan season,…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Wednesday published final list of 16 candidates for Nov. 8 Anambra governorship election. The commission stated that electioneering campaigns would begin on June 11. Mr Sam Olumekun, INEC National Commissioner and chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja. Olumekun said that…
The Kaduna State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has attributed the victories at Saturday’s by-elections in the State to the enduring resonance of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the inclusive, people-centered leadership of Gov. Uba Sani. Mr Yahaya Pate, Kaduna State Secretary of the APC, made the affirmation on Sunday in…
The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) and the Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at tackling environmental challenges and strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural sector. This development follows a high-level meeting between NOSDRA’s Director General, Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke, and NAIC’s Managing Director, Hon. Yazid Umar Danfulani, at NAIC’s headquarters….
The record-breaking heat wave of 2023 and how climate change is intensifying extreme weather events is surprising many. The factors contributing to rising temperatures, marine heat waves, and the possibility of setting a new record for the warmest year globally have been unveiled. The Earth is experiencing an onslaught of heat records, and 2023 is…
The Vietnamese Ministry of Health on Wednesday urged the public to remain vigilant and continue practicing COVID-19 prevention measures as case numbers are rising in several countries around the world. The advisory, which calls for preventive measures such as wearing face masks in public spaces and avoiding large gatherings, came amid a slight uptick in…
In the aftermath of the tragic Gaza hospital blast, we delve into the details, the claims, and the global reactions surrounding this devastating incident. The recent explosion that rocked Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza has left many questions unanswered. While it triggered widespread protests, both Israel and the United States have presented their assessments of…
