The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) of Nigeria is pushing for legislative control over social media, sparking a significant debate. This latest move comes amidst previous attempts by the Nigerian government …
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In Nigeria, the harsh economic realities have hit elderly citizens particularly hard. Many, lacking pensions or adequate fallbacks, struggle to meet basic needs. The Guardian reports on their plights and …
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In the twilight of President Muhammadu Buhari’s government, a sobering revelation emerged: 63% of Nigerians, amounting to 133 million people, are multidimensionally poor. This startling statistic was a key highlight …
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In Abuja, a gathering of key players in the HIV response sector reached a consensus: With appropriate treatment, HIV, the virus leading to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), is no longer …
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The Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG) championed a concerted push yesterday for a robust food safety framework, urging swift passage of the Food Safety and Quality Bill to bolster Nigerian …
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Eleven days after the Supreme Court’s affirmation of President Bola Tinubu’s electoral victory, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential contender, voiced his discontent yesterday. Obi criticized the verdict as a …
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President Bola Tinubu’s administration, upon taking office, pledged to reduce public spending funded by borrowing. However, he has recently requested the National Assembly approve fresh external loans totaling $7.8 billion …
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The question of election integrity is increasingly contested in developed nations, notes political commentator Dayo Sobowale. With the Nigerian presidential election reaching its constitutional conclusion, the focus shifts to the …
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Nigerians are increasingly concerned about a rampant black market for organs. Illicit dealings in organ donation and transplantation are escalating. Forcible organ removals, mainly for transplantation or illicit sale, are …
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The African Union Commission, Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, wrapped up a pivotal three-day forum last week, setting the stage for an extensive …
