Category: News
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SNAKEBITE DEATH SPARKS SENATE ACTION ON ANTIVENOMS
One tragic loss has reignited a big question: why are life-saving antidotes missing when Nigerians need them most? The Senate has urged the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare to work with NAFDAC to ensure safe, effective and affordable antivenoms are available in hospitals nationwide. The call followed the reported death of Miss Ifunanya…
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WEST AFRICA GETS READY FOR LASSA VACCINES
Countries launch a first-of-its-kind roadmap to ensure fair access before vaccines arrive.West African nations have taken a big step toward stronger epidemic preparedness with the launch of the region’s first End-to-End (E2E) Access Roadmap for Lassa fever vaccines. The framework, unveiled during a webinar, is designed to make sure no country is left behind once…
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HOTEL TURNED BABY FACTORY: NAPTIP SMASHES TRAFFICKING RING IN ONITSHA
Six suspects arrested, 17 girls rescued as a hotel allegedly doubled as a trafficking hub. Operatives of NAPTIP have busted a suspected human trafficking and baby-selling syndicate operating from a hotel in Onitsha, Anambra State, arresting six suspects and rescuing 17 young girls. The sting, backed by the military, followed intelligence reports of underage girls…
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EFCC RAIDS ILLEGAL MINERS, SEIZES LITHIUM TRUCKS IN KWARA
10 suspects arrested as anti-graft agency targets unlicensed mineral operations. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has stepped up its crackdown on illegal mining in Kwara State, arresting nine truck drivers and an escort and impounding trucks loaded with lithium, tin, and lepidolite along the Ilorin–Ogbomosho corridor. EFCC’s Dele Oyewale confirmed the suspects had…
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OGUN AT 50: OBASANJO URGES UNITY FOR STATE DEVELOPMENT
Former president calls on Ogun residents to build on the state’s legacy. At Ogun State’s 50th Golden Jubilee thanksgiving service in Abeokuta, Former President Olusegun Obasanjo urged residents to work together, describing the state’s development as a shared responsibility. He congratulated citizens for the milestone and thanked God for seeing the progress so far. Governor…
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OGUN TURNS 50: TUESDAY DECLARED PUBLIC HOLIDAY
Governor Abiodun urges residents to join Golden Jubilee celebrations. To mark Ogun State’s 50th anniversary, Governor Dapo Abiodun has declared Tuesday a public holiday across the state. The move aims to give residents time to fully participate in the Golden Jubilee activities. The Secretary to the State Government, Tokunbo Talabi, said the milestone celebrates five…
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LAGOS COURTS INVESTORS AT NIGERIA–UAE FORUM
Sanwo-Olu promises a business-friendly Lagos as city positions itself for global investment. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday urged local and international investors to explore Lagos’ vast opportunities, pledging supportive policies, robust infrastructure, and a secure environment. Speaking at the Nigeria–UAE Investment Forum, ‘Investopia Global Africa’, the governor highlighted key projects including the Lekki Deep Sea…
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APC DENIES ADC CLAIMS, DEFENDS E-REGISTRATION DRIVE
Party says critics are spreading falsehoods as millions voluntarily register under “Renewed Hope Agenda”. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected claims by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that it pressured civil servants to take part in its electronic membership registration. APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka described the allegations as false, baseless, and deliberately…
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MAKOKO MAKEOVER: LASG SAYS SAFETY, NOT EVICTIONS, DRIVES REGENERATION
Amid public debate, Lagos insists its urban renewal push is about saving lives, upgrading communities and following global best practice. The Lagos State Government has doubled down on its urban regeneration plans, saying projects in Makoko and other communities are guided first by safety of lives, constant engagement and international standards. At a press briefing…
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NGX OPENS WEEK IN GREEN AS INVESTORS POCKET ₦9BN
A modest lift in the index, but stock pickers found plenty of winners despite broad sell-offs. Nigeria’s equities market kicked off the week on a positive note, with investors gaining about ₦9 billion as trading closed slightly higher on Monday. Market capitalisation edged up 0.01% to ₦106.162 trillion, while the All-Share Index inched up 14.24…
