As it becomes increasingly evident that the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) will, no doubt, conduct elections into the 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs)—in addition to the 20 constitutionally recognized local government areas (LGAs)—during the forthcoming July 2025 council elections, more voices are rising to caution the state electoral body against becoming an agent of illegality for the ruling political class. Prominent among these voices is Mr. Ayodele Adio, the Youth Party (YP) Chairmanship Candidate for Eti-Osa Local Government Area. Mr. Adio has expressed serious concerns over LASIEC’s alleged decision to include the 37 LCDAs in the upcoming…
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As the water scarcity crisis deepens across Sokoto metropolis, a tragic incident has occurred, claiming the life of a young man, simply identified as Salim, who reportedly slipped and fell into a water reservoir at the Sokoto State Water Treatment Plant. An eyewitness, who pleaded anonymity, said the deceased had attempted to fetch water from the reservoir due to the ongoing acute shortage. Unfortunately, he lost his balance and fell into the tank. Despite his visible struggle, there was no immediate assistance available, and he drowned before help could arrive. This incident comes amid growing frustration among residents, who have…
As global temperatures continue to rise, expectant mothers face an increasingly hazardous health landscape. Medical experts warn that extreme heat significantly increases the risk of pregnancy complications, including miscarriages.
I borrowed my headline from a surah in the Holy Qur’an— Suratul Rahman. Ar-Rahman in English means “The Beneficent”, and is known for its repetition of the phrase “Then which of your Lord’s favours will you both deny?”, Surah Ar-Rahman, with 78 ayats (verses), is the 55th chapter (surah) in the Qur’an. Surah Ar-Rahman, a Makkiya (revealed in Makkah), was unveiled in the early stages of the Prophet Muhammad’s (SAW) prophethood. This revelation underscores Allah’s mercy, numerous blessings, and gifts upon humanity, fostering gratitude and recognition of His power. The recurring question, “Which of the favours of your Lord will you deny?”, is a…
Former Kano State Governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has delivered a fiery condemnation of politicians who defect to rival parties after winning elections with the people’s mandate. He described such actions as “the greatest political sin” in any democratic system. Kwankwaso made the remarks on Friday at his Miller Road residence in Kano while receiving dozens of defectors from Takai Local Government Area into the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). “This is the highest form of betrayal in a democracy,” Kwankwaso said. “There is no greater political sin than for the vulnerable masses to…
The Kwara State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr Afees Alabi, says the Kaiama Shea Butter Factory will create 10,000 direct and indirect jobs after completion.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised an alarm as 42 per cent of nurses in Africa reported intentions to emigrate, posing a significant threat to the region’s already strained healthcare workforce.
The government of Cross River and Evidence Action, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), are targeting 912,854 children across 14 Local Government Areas (LGAs) for the 2025 deworming exercise in the state.
SightSavers, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has reiterated its commitment to improving healthcare and reducing child mortality in Akwa Ibom State.
A non-governmental organisation (NGO), Lupus Warriors NG, has urged all levels of government to increase efforts in raising awareness about the illness, which is an autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the eyes, hands, and legs. By Anna Moses The call was made by the organisation’s founder, Ms. Olatomiwa Ogunwomoju, who was diagnosed with the disease seven years ago, during a Lupus Awareness Walk held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Ogunwomoju stressed that a widespread lack of awareness often prevents early diagnosis, which is critical to managing the disease and improving patients’ quality of…