The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. WHO cited the rising cases, cross-border spread, and significant uncertainties about the epidemic’s scale as reasons for the declaration. The decision, announced by WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus on Sunday, follows reports of both confirmed and suspected infections linked to the Bundibugyo strain of the virus. While the situation is serious, it does not currently meet the criteria for a pandemic emergency under WHO’s International Health Regulations. As of May 16, health authorities…
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No fewer than 500 residents of Ijebu-Ode and neighbouring communities in Ogun State benefited from a free medical and eye outreach on Sunday. The outreach was organised by the Mosuro family as part of activities marking the 2026 Mosuro Family Day celebration. The exercise took place at the family’s ancestral home, which was temporarily converted into a medical centre for the programme. Family spokesperson, Dr. Kolade Mosuro, said the reunion aimed to strengthen family ties and promote unity. He added that the gathering also provided an opportunity to support the wider community through humanitarian service. “We decided to preserve the…
The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) and the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) have expressed deep sorrow over the death of Mr. Rotimi Edu. In separate condolence messages on Sunday, both bodies described Edu as a visionary leader and a pillar of the insurance industry whose contributions remain indelible. Edu was the 21st President of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB). The NIA Chairman, Mr. Kunle Ahmed, said the association received the news of Edu’s passing with profound shock and sadness. He described the deceased as an exceptional leader, astute legal practitioner, and committed insurance professional who devoted decades to…
Nurudeen Eniafe, Zonal Chairman of Ojo Zone 4, Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), has warned against reckless driving, especially on highways. He urged members of the association and other motorists to urgently desist from dangerous driving habits that endanger lives and public safety. Eniafe gave the warning on Sunday during the public presentation of his book, Drivers’ Reckless Behaviour on the Highway, at the Femi Gbajabiamila Hall, Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo. The event attracted transport stakeholders, academics, and road safety officials. He said reckless driving remains a major contributor to avoidable road crashes, injuries, and fatalities on…
Nigeria’s banking sector may be losing about N2.5 trillion annually in potential earnings due to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) high Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR), according to a new report by investment banking and research firm Chapel Hill Denham. The report, titled “The Nigerian Banking Paradox: High Returns, Deep Discounts,” said Nigerian banks continue to trade at significant discounts compared to peers in countries such as South Africa and Morocco despite posting some of the strongest returns on equity in Africa. According to the analysts, investor concerns over macroeconomic instability and restrictive regulations are weighing heavily on market valuations.…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has clarified issues surrounding a controversial bread product that trended online over claims it did not develop mould after more than two weeks. The clarification was contained in a statement signed by the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, and issued to journalists on Sunday in Abuja. Adeyeye said the controversy started on April 13 when a social media user alleged that a loaf of bread supplied to her for sale remained free of mould for more than two months. Although the complainant did not mention the brand or…
The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has warned residents against consuming spoilt or fungus-infested tomatoes, popularly known as ‘Ata Esha’, saying it could pose serious health risks. Afolabi Solebo, the agency’s General Manager, issued the warning in a statement signed by the Assistant Director of Public Affairs, Mr. Adesile Rufai, on Sunday in Lagos. Solebo urged consumers to avoid purchasing or consuming tomatoes with visible white, green, or black fungal growth. “Fungi found on spoiled tomatoes may produce harmful toxins, including aflatoxins, which can lead to severe health complications such as liver damage,” he said. Speaking on the importance…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted consignments of cocaine and various opioids concealed in the walls of cartons used to package clothes and other items destined for the United Kingdom and Australia. The two seizures were made at a courier company in Lagos on Friday, May 15, 2026, during the examination of outbound shipments. A total of 170 grams of cocaine, sealed in cellophane parcels and hidden inside the walls of a carton of clothes heading to Australia, were recovered. From another carton destined for the United Kingdom, operatives recovered various opioids comprising 200 ampoules…
Experts say China’s zero-tariff policy on goods and services from 53 African countries will boost Africa-China trade relations and improve market access for Nigerian products. The experts made the remark on Sunday in Abuja while reacting to China’s removal of tariffs on goods from 53 African countries. Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the zero-tariff policy on February 14, 2026, during the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa. The policy took effect on May 1. Chief Emeka Obegolu, President of the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), said the policy offers Nigeria significant new export opportunities. He noted that…
The Nigerian Association of Master Mariners (NAMM) has described the recently repassed Nigerian Port Economic Regulatory Agency Bill as a critical step toward addressing gaps in the port governance framework. Capt. Femi Amusa, a Master Mariner, made this known in an interview with reporters on Sunday in Lagos. Amusa said the bill, which had undergone several legislative cycles and a previous presidential rejection, highlighted both its importance and lingering concerns over mandate clarity, scope, and regulatory overlap. According to him, the proposed legislation seeks to institutionalise economic regulation in the port sector and strengthen the role previously performed in a…