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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the release of funds aimed at bolstering development across Nigeria's regional commissions. The directive was made during the opening of the inaugural North Central Stakeholders Development Summit organized by the North Central Development Commission (NCDC).
The youngest candidate is 33-year-old Shedrach Udugbai of the ADC, contesting in Owan East/West, while the oldest is 75-year-old former governor of the state, Adams Oshiomhole of the APC, who is re-co
The Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD) has urged the Nigerian government to allocate ₦1 trillion annually to support the country's large population of individuals living with disabilities. This demand comes as advocates emphasize the need for increased funding to address the challenges faced by this community.
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences following the death of a key media official at the State House, acknowledging the profound loss and the 'difficult vacuum' it creates in the administration. The message was conveyed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, highlighting the significant impact of the official's contributions to the presidency.
In a tragic development, law enforcement officials have recovered a second corpse from a motor park in Osun State, following the recent murder of an ally to Governor Ademola Adeleke. This incident has raised serious concerns regarding safety and security in the area, prompting police action to shut down the facility.
A recent report has unveiled that 97% of Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities in 16 Nigerian states do not meet national staffing standards, raising concerns about healthcare delivery. The findings, based on an assessment of 277 local government areas, highlight critical gaps in the nation's health infrastructure.
Senator Ms. Banigo has been awarded the Health Champion 2026 title, emphasizing the urgent need for improved funding in Nigeria's healthcare sector. Her call to action comes during a prominent health sector review event in Abuja.
The construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is poised to have profound political, historical, and economic implications. This ambitious project acknowledges the historical importance of Calabar and its enduring legacy in Nigeria's development.
In a significant address in Abuja, health expert Mr. Pate emphasized the crucial role of tax reforms and economic growth in bolstering Nigeria's health financing. His remarks came during a review of the country's health sector reforms, highlighting urgent needs for sustainable funding.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has documented an alarming number of nearly 300,000 complaints in August, highlighting persistent issues such as killings, rape, and domestic violence. The data underlines a troubling trend of human rights abuses, including child abandonment and mass abductions across Nigeria.
The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria has expressed outrage over the recent police raid on a television station in Kaduna, calling for immediate sanctions against the officers involved. This incident raises serious concerns about the state of press freedom and human rights under the leadership of the new Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu.
In a distressing incident, a 16-year-old boy was abducted in Enugu State and later found abandoned in Anambra. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the kidnapping and the victim's safe return.
