An explosion happened at a factory owned by the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON). The explosion was believed to come from gunpowder production. Two workers died, including a military officer, and four others were hurt on Saturday. The workers were on a weekend shift at the factory. People living near the factory in Kurmim Gwari, Kaduna city, told our reporter that the explosion made a very loud noise. It was so strong that it shook nearby buildings. The injured workers were quickly taken to St. Gerard Catholic Church hospital in Kakuri, about two kilometers from the factory. When our…
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Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo state started a group of 135 people called Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs). Their job is to help the state be ready for floods and respond quickly when disasters happen. The LEMCs have five people from each of the 27 local government areas in Imo state. At a two-day training in Owerri, Governor Uzodimma said his government will keep working hard to manage emergencies and disasters in the state. The governor was not there in person but sent Chief Cosmas Iwu, the Secretary to the State Government, to speak for him. He said that the…
Cassona Global Imaging Ltd., a U.S.-based medical supply company, has restated its commitment to improving healthcare in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa by making advanced medical imaging equipment more available. At the company’s third anniversary in Lagos, Cassona’s CEO, Dr. John Chigbu, said that strengthening Africa’s ability to diagnose diseases is very important for fast and accurate treatment, which will lead to better health outcomes. He explained that the company’s goal is to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for more people. Dr. Chigbu said Cassona’s mission is not just to supply equipment. It also includes building hospitals, offering flexible payment…
The Sokoto State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has suspended six secondary school principals for misconduct. Some of them were accused of collecting fees illegally for Junior Secondary School exam results. The suspended principals are from these schools: Nana Girls Secondary School, Government Day Secondary School (GDSS) Gagi, GDSS Mana, Giginya Memorial College, Mana Basic Secondary School, and GDSS . According to the Ministry’s spokesperson, Ibrahim Iya, some principals were suspended for collecting illegal fees, while others were punished for disobeying orders. The Education Commissioner, Prof. Ahmad Ladan Ala, approved the suspensions and also set up a five-member panel…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has told Abuja residents that disease monitoring has been increased. They asked people to stay alert and report any suspected cases of Ebola to the proper health authorities. Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, the Secretary for Health Services and Environment, gave this update during a press briefing. She said both the FCT health system and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) are fully ready to handle any possible outbreak. This announcement came after the public started worrying due to reports of suspected cases of viral hemorrhagic fever in Abuja. The NCDC confirmed that two suspected…
The Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has inaugurated the Seraphic Psychiatric Hospital and Old People’s Home in Aguleri, Anambra East Local Government Area. The 400-bed facility was built by the Seraphic Foundation, the charity arm of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach, led by Evangelist Ebuka Obi. Speaking at the event, Governor Soludo praised Evangelist Obi for building the hospital, saying the project aligns with his administration’s goals. He noted that while some pastors use ministry to enrich themselves, Obi is using his calling to serve society, which reflects the true meaning of Christianity. The governor promised to partner with…
The Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Auwal Jatau, has revealed that a fresh outbreak of cholera has killed 58 people across 14 of the 20 local government areas in the state. He made this known while inaugurating the State Cholera Steering Committee and the State Technical Working Committee. He also confirmed that the state has recorded 258 new cases of the disease. Jatau noted that cholera remains one of the biggest public health threats in the state, despite the government’s ongoing efforts to fight it. He stressed that most outbreaks can be prevented if timely action, proper coordination, and improvements…
The Khayr Cancer Health Initiative (KCHI) has hosted its 18th webinar series, focusing on the theme: “Employment, Workplace Adaptations and Return to Work.” The session formed part of KCHI’s ongoing efforts to empower survivors through advocacy, shared experiences, and capacity building—helping cancer survivors navigate life after treatment. The guest speaker, Mrs. Abigail Simon-Hart, Co-Founder of The Bricon Foundation, brought both expertise and lived experience to the discussion. A multi-award-winning breast cancer survivor, counselor, and patient advocate, she shared practical strategies to support survivors and those still undergoing treatment in transitioning back into the workplace. Her presentation highlighted key steps such…
Public debt is both a ladder to prosperity and a chain of bondage. At the 11th Annual Conference of the West Africa Association of Public Accounts Committees (WAAPAC), House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas reminded leaders that debt, when managed prudently, can drive growth. But when mismanaged, it traps nations in economic dependence. Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria is pursuing a non-oil revenue drive that has already produced results. In a rare milestone, the country met its 2025 revenue target ahead of schedule—without borrowing. This proves that with discipline and focus, nations can reduce reliance on external loans and reclaim economic…
The administration of President Bola Tinubu has allocated ₦25 billion for healthcare projects in the 2025 capital budget of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, disclosed this on Thursday while inaugurating the construction of Arterial Road N1 from Wuye District to Ring Road II in Abuja. Wike dismissed criticisms suggesting that his administration prioritised road infrastructure over other sectors, insisting that no sector had been neglected in the development of the FCT. “Nobody will blackmail me. Nobody will stop me from doing what I think is right. Enough is enough. They will fight me, but I am…