Category: International
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WHO RESTRICTS ERVEBO VACCINE USE IN BUNDIBUGYO VIRUS OUTBREAK
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued new emergency guidance limiting the use of the licensed Ervebo vaccine during outbreaks of Bundibugyo virus disease to approved research protocols. The decision followed an extraordinary meeting of WHO’s Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunisation on August 19, 2026. The organisation said Ervebo should currently be used…
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WHO: AFRICAN TRADITIONAL MEDICINE CAN SUPPORT UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for greater investment in research, regulation and innovation to unlock the potential of African traditional medicine and strengthen healthcare delivery across the continent. WHO made the call on Monday as Africa marked the 24th African Traditional Medicine Day, themed “Reflection on research and development efforts of traditional medicine…
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JUNIOR FEMALE YELLOWGREENS THRASH MALAWI, MAINTAIN PERFECT START
Nigeria’s Junior Female YellowGreens continued their impressive run at the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division 1 in Tanzania with a commanding 94-run victory over Malawi on Monday. Nigeria posted 152 runs for seven wickets in 20 overs, led by Shola Adekunle’s 32 runs, while Omosigho Eguakun and Beauty Oguai contributed 26…
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TINUBU REPORTS XENOPHOBIC ATTACKS IN SOUTH AFRICA TO A.U.
President Bola Tinubu has formally raised concerns over recurring xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks against Africans and other nationals in South Africa before the African Union (AU). Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima at the AU Extraordinary Session in Luanda, Angola, Tinubu called for stronger continental action to protect the safety, dignity and rights of African…
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CRICKET: NIGERIA’S JUNIOR FEMALE YELLOWGREENS BEAT UGANDA IN U-19 CUP QUALIFIER
Nigeria’s Junior Female YellowGreens opened their ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division 1 campaign in Tanzania with a four-wicket victory over Uganda. Uganda, after winning the toss and electing to bat, managed 59 runs for seven wickets in 20 overs. Nigeria’s bowlers produced a disciplined performance, with Chisom Okpe taking two wickets…
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ENUGU GOVT APPLAUDS WOMEN FARMERS FOR BOOSTING FOOD SECURITY
The Enugu State Government has commended women farmers supported by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP) for their growing contributions to food production, processing and food security in the state. The Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro-industrialisation, Mr Patrick Ubru, gave the commendation during the 2026 International Year of Women…
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NIGERIA, BANGLADESH DEEPEN MARITIME SECURITY COOPERATION
Nigeria and Bangladesh are moving to strengthen bilateral defence and maritime security cooperation, with both countries exploring practical areas of collaboration to improve naval capacity and address emerging maritime threats. The Bangladesh High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr Mainul Kabir, reaffirmed his country’s commitment during a high-level meeting with the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm.…
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NIGERIA, THAILAND MOVE TO DEEPEN TIES IN TECHNOLOGY, AGRICULTURE
Nigeria and Thailand have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in technology, agriculture, commerce and renewable energy, as both countries seek to expand economic and strategic partnerships. Vice President Kashim Shettima stated this on Wednesday when he received a delegation from Thailand at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. He said Nigeria’s relationship with Thailand should move beyond…
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GREAT GREEN WALL RESTORES OVER 20 MILLION HECTARES ACROSS AFRICA — U.N.
UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed says more than 20 million hectares of land have been restored through efforts associated with Africa’s Great Green Wall initiative and related programmes. Mohammed disclosed this at a high-level meeting of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, describing the Great Green Wall as a strong example…
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U.S. MOVES TO REVOKE 200,000 BUSINESS, TOURISM VISAS
The United States Department of State is set to revoke at least 200,000 visas issued to foreign nationals who entered the country on business or tourism visas but subsequently applied or are seeking to apply for asylum, according to U.S. officials and documents obtained by The Associated Press. The move, which could become the largest…
