The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has made a significant contribution to Nigeria’s public health efforts by donating 10,000 doses of the mpox vaccine. This donation, delivered on Tuesday, is aimed at supporting Nigeria’s response to the ongoing mpox outbreak, a critical health issue that […]
Month: August 2024
In recent years, sports betting and online gambling have surged in popularity in Nigeria, driven by increased internet access and the rise of digital platforms. However, the legal landscape surrounding these activities is complex and multifaceted. gambling is legal under the Nigerian Law, However Gabling outside the ambits of the […]
As the countdown to the highly anticipated September 10th presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump narrows to just 15 days, the two campaigns find themselves at an impasse. The crux of the disagreement? Whether the candidates’ microphones should be muted when it’s not their […]
The Federal Government has recently reinforced the age limit for students participating in major national exams, such as the National Examinations Council (NECO) and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exams. In a recent interview on Channels Television’s ‘Sunday Politics’ program, the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, clarified that […]
Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has announced a nationwide state of emergency in Israel, set to last for 48 hours beginning at 6:00 am on Sunday, August 25, 2024. This declaration follows a series of pre-emptive military strikes by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) on Lebanon. Gallant’s statement highlights that this […]
Introduction Monkeypox, a viral zoonotic disease, has emerged as a significant public health concern in recent years due to its potential for outbreaks beyond endemic regions. Originally identified in 1958 in laboratory monkeys, the virus has since been recognized as a pathogen that can infect humans, primarily through contact with […]
A confirmed case of Monkeypox (Mpox) has been reported in the Okoshe community within the Obudu local government area of Cross River State. This information was disclosed by the Cross River State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Egbe Ayuk, during a press briefing in Calabar on Sunday. Dr. Ayuk shared that […]
Governor Osman Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State made headlines today, August 24, 2024, by attending the PDP Governor’s Forum in Taraba. The presence of an APC Governor at a gathering traditionally reserved for members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has sparked widespread discussion across the country. This unexpected move […]
Introduction Over the years, the number of applicants to the University of Nigeria and other top universities across the country has been steadily increasing. This surge can be attributed to Nigeria’s growing population and the desire to gain admission to premier institutions, often referred to as Ivy League universities or […]
The Nigerian Navy has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against illegal oil refining in the Niger Delta. In a recent operation along the Isaka/Ogoloma River in Rivers State, the Navy uncovered an illegal refinery capable of producing over two million liters of Automotive Gasoline Oil (AGO) daily. This […]