The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a public health advisory warning that several northern states face a heightened risk of cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM) as dry season conditions intensify across parts of Nigeria. In a notice shared on its X (formerly Twitter) handle, the agency described meningitis as a serious infection that affects the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. It noted that the disease is commonly caused by the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis and spreads mainly through respiratory droplets, particularly in crowded or poorly ventilated environments. List of states at high risk of meningitis NiMet identified Sokoto, Zamfara,…
Author: Abdoulaye Kay
Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has said the outcome of elections in Nigeria ultimately depends on voters rather than political office holders, urging Nigerians not to panic over the recent wave of governors defecting to the ruling party.
Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has said ongoing economic reforms are reinforcing the foundations of Nigeria’s financial system and positioning the country to better withstand future economic shocks. Cardoso stated this on Thursday while delivering the 2026 Annual Distinguished Alumni Lecture of the as part of the Founders’ Day celebration of . Speaking on the importance of strong institutions and sound policies, the apex bank chief said the macroeconomic reforms introduced in recent years had strengthened Nigeria’s economic resilience. “The macroeconomic reforms and policy buffers we have built over the past two years have placed…
BUA Cement Plc has distributed agricultural inputs to about 300 farmers from resettled communities in Wamakko Local Government Area of Sokoto State to support dry-season farming and restore livelihoods. The intervention forms part of the company’s Sustainable Livelihood Restoration Programme designed to assist farmers affected by the expansion of its operations in the area. Speaking during the distribution exercise, the Chairman of Wamakko Local Government, Umar Mohammed, commended the company for supporting farmers in the host communities and urged beneficiaries to make effective use of the inputs to improve productivity and boost food production. Managing Director of BUA Cement, Yusuf…
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has said it did not approve the purported admission of candidates into the Law Faculty of , insisting that the admissions were not processed through its official platform. The Board, reacting to accusations of dereliction over the development, stated that the admissions were not conducted through the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS), the only platform authorised for processing admissions into tertiary institutions in Nigeria. According to JAMB, any admission not processed through CAPS is invalid and cannot be recognised by the Board. In a statement issued by its Public Communications Advisor, Dr Fabian…
Nine senators on Thursday defected from their respective parties to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), in one of the most notable political realignments in the Nigerian Senate in recent months. The defections were announced during plenary by Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, who read the letters submitted by the lawmakers notifying the chamber of their decision to leave their former parties. Those who joined the ADC are Aminu Waziri Tambuwal (Sokoto South), Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo (Nasarawa South), Binos Dauda Yaroe (Adamawa South), Austin Akobundu (Abia Central) and Lawal Adamu Usman (Kaduna Central), all formerly of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Others…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), subject to confirmation by the Senate. The nomination, announced on Wednesday, is in accordance with Section 8(1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007. Yuguda’s appointment follows the recent redeployment of the former Deputy Governor, Bala Bello, who has been appointed Special Adviser to the President on Political Economy. In a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President urged the nominee to bring renewed dedication, professionalism and commitment to the task of…
A Professor of Communication Physics at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Joseph Ojo, has called for intensified scientific research aimed at developing technological solutions to minimise the impact of rainfall and other adverse weather conditions on communication systems. Ojo urged telecommunications companies in Nigeria to strengthen collaboration with universities and research institutions to develop homegrown technologies capable of improving signal reliability during extreme weather conditions. He made the call on Tuesday while delivering the 194th Inaugural Lecture of FUTA titled “Communication in Rainy Conditions: A Coat of Many Colours.” ALSO READ FG to provide internet service for digital…
The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to rescind its blanket invalidation of university degree certificates obtained from the Republic of Benin and Togo. The resolution followed the adoption of a report by the House Committee on Public Petitions, which reviewed complaints arising from the Federal Government’s earlier decision to stop recognising degrees from the two West African countries. Lawmakers recommended that the government adopt a case-by-case verification mechanism to address confirmed cases of academic fraud rather than imposing a sweeping ban that could affect legitimate graduates. The House also urged the Federal Ministry of Education to strengthen…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed an appeal filed by Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, challenging a ruling of the Federal High Court in Akure on a suit questioning his eligibility to contest the next governorship election in the state. In a unanimous judgment delivered by a three-member panel, the appellate court held that the Federal High Court acted within its powers when it granted the plaintiff, Akindele Egbuwalo, leave to amend his originating summons in the case. Justice Uchechukwu Onyemenam, who delivered the lead judgment, ruled that Aiyedatiwa failed to show that the trial court’s decision delivered…