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WAHO and FG organize regional meeting to combat Lassa fever

The West African Health Organization (WAHO), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and Welfare and with the support of the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), will host the inaugural meeting of the Governing Body of the...

Israel and Hamas finally agree on Gaza ceasefire deal

Israel and Hamas reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement after negotiations facilitated by Qatar's prime minister.However, the Israeli prime minister's office said there were still "several unresolved clauses," although it expressed hope that the deal would be finalized...

MDCAN gives 21-day ultimatum on CONMESS payment to Southwest teachers

The South West zone of the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to universities in the region to start paying Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) to clinical lecturers.This is stated in a...

NASS praises Adelabu for improving power supply

The Senate and House of Representatives on Monday commended the Minister of Energy, Adebayo Adelabu, for the remarkable improvement in power supply across the country.The commendation was awarded when the Minister appeared before both chambers of the National Assembly...

The US markets watchdog sues Elon Musk over the disclosure of his participation in Twitter

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk, accusing the billionaire of failing to disclose his acquisition of a significant stake in Twitter within the required time frame. The regulator alleged that this delay...

Global collaboration is a critical path for sustainable development – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the need for global cooperation to address climate change and foster sustainable development.Speaking on Wednesday at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025, on the theme “From Climate Imperatives to Economic Prosperity: Linking Africa to the...

CITAD launches project to empower women in the digital economy

The Center for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has launched the Women in the Digital Economy Fund (WiDEF) Project to equip women and girls with the skills, knowledge and opportunities needed to thrive in the digital economy.Speaking on the...

Ukraine carries out “most massive” attack and hits Russian territory

Ukraine launched what it described as its “most massive” attack of the war so far, striking targets deep inside Russian territory on Tuesday. According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, ammunition depots and chemical plants...

Bauchi Assembly holds retreat on LG administration and economic planning bills

To enhance legislative work and understanding of the Local Government Administration and Development Board Bill, the Bauchi State House of Assembly has commenced a vital retreat and roundtable discussion.The retreat is held in Kano for all members of the...

Nine princes of Oyo reject Oba Owoade as Alaafin

Nine families of the Atiba ruling House have rejected the appointment of Oba Akeem Owoade as Alaafin of Oyo.They alleged that the appointment of Prince Owoade as the designated Alaafin was contrary to Oyo customs, culture and tradition, adding...

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District Head District, dies in Kaduna

A district chief in the Emirate Council of Zazzau in the state of Kaduna had collapsed during an occasion...