The gaffe by the Sokoto State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Aliyu about the state spending N2.2 billion to repair 20 boreholes had captured the interest of many Nigerians so much that the disclosure is trending all over the social media, evoking even more condemnation from yet more denizens on these shores. According to the governor, his administration has spent a whopping N2, 200,000,000 (2.2 billion) to REPAIR 20 boreholes in a state noted for a high number of out of school children, who roam the city streets begging. But the spokesman, Malam Abubakar Bawa tried his best to correct the governor,…
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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), has said that Nigeria witnessed a significant rise of 128 per cent in cholera cases.
The Federal Government has warned of an impending surge in cases of Lassa fever in the country.
The Kebbi State Government has set up a high-powered 14-man safety-crisis management committee to avert the effects of impending flood sequel to the forecast of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET).
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has secured an order from the Federal High Court to freeze N548.6 million in bank accounts belonging to suspected crypto users on platforms like ByBit, KuCoin, and others, based on their alleged role in naira fluctuations.
The Kano State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has confirmed 49 persons killed and 226 communities affected by flood and windstorms in 27 Local Government Areas of the state from January 2024 to date.
Some Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have called on the Federal Government to expedite action on energy transition from fossil fuels to clean energy sources to prevent climate crisis.
The National President of the Association of Radiation and Clinical Oncologists in Nigeria (ARCON), Dr Nwamaka Lasebikan, says collaboration among stakeholders is vital to transform cancer care delivery in Nigeria.
There is growing concern over the shortage of foodstuff and other commodities in Maiduguri, Borno state as thousands of resident struggle for survival, the aftermath ravaging flood.
The Federal Government has expressed concern over weak data systems, limited resources, and other bottlenecks hindering the country’s ability to achieve its nutrition goals.