The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilesa (UNILESA), Osun, Prof. Taiwo Asaolu, says academic programmes in the Faculties of Education and Agriculture are tuition-free. Asaolu made the disclosure at a news conference on Wednesday in Ilesa to mark his three years in office. He explained that the tuition-free policy in the two faculties was introduced to boost student enrollment and address critical national manpower gaps. “We cannot afford to leave the teaching profession in the hands of non-professionals and quacks. Equally, agriculture is central to economic prosperity and food security. We therefore considered it expedient that these two strategic sectors…
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The Ebonyi Primary Healthcare Development Agency, under the Ministry of Health, has targeted Ohaukwu and Onicha Local Government Areas for intensified routine vaccination to improve immunisation coverage across the state. The State Immunisation Officer, Mr. Solomon Elom, disclosed this on Wednesday during an interaction with reporters in Abakaliki, noting that the areas were identified as low-performing in routine immunisation. He said the intervention aims to strengthen immunisation services, reach zero-dose children, and accelerate progress toward improved vaccination coverage in underperforming communities. Elom explained that Ohaukwu and Onicha LGAs were selected because they did not meet the 95 percent national immunisation…
Life’s Good (LG) Electronics has unveiled a new product, a “dehumidifier,” designed to reduce humidity and curb airborne diseases in homes, hospitals, and other environments. A dehumidifier is an electrical appliance that removes excess moisture from the air, helping to maintain optimal humidity levels and prevent mold, mildew, and musty odors. Humidity is the concentration of water vapor in the air, indicating the likelihood of precipitation, dew, or fog. Unveiling the product in Abuja on Wednesday, Olugbenga Ogunbayo, LG’s Product Expert, said the dehumidifier is designed to automatically detect and remove excess moisture in indoor spaces. Ogunbayo, also LG’s Master…
Dr. Mark Ofua, Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), has called for greater inclusion of veterinarians in Nigeria’s public health planning, stressing their critical role in the One Health agenda. Ofua made the call in an interview with reporters on the sidelines of an event marking the 2026 World Veterinary Day celebration on Wednesday in Lagos. Speaking on the global theme: “Veterinarians: Guardians of Food and Health,” Ofua said the Lagos chapter adapted it to reflect local realities by adding “The Nigerian Paradox.” He explained that while veterinarians are globally recognized as essential…
Rotary Districts 9127 and 3204, along with the Rotary Foundation, have donated 70 school desks to Government Junior Secondary School Naraguta-Farin-Gada in Jos. The donation was facilitated by the Rotary Club of Jos-Utan. The past district governor of District 9127, Mike Ukachi, said at the presentation on Wednesday in Jos that the gesture was part of Rotary’s “Dust to Desk Project.” Ukachi explained that the project aims to serve humanity, enhance learning, and create a conducive environment for students. “In Rotary, we have thematic areas of focus, and basic literacy is one of them. We want to see students comfortable…
A Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Engineering, Mr. Ifeoluwa Oyedele, has called for urgent infrastructure upgrades and human capacity development in Nigeria to keep pace with emerging technologies. Oyedele made the remarks on Wednesday at the Risk Managers Society of Nigeria (RIMSON) conference in Abuja. The theme of the conference was: “Sustainable Technology Innovations and Risk Management for Resilient Economies.” He warned that inadequate investment in these areas could lead to inefficiencies and setbacks in national development. According to Oyedele, improved private-public collaboration in technological innovations is needed to promote social cohesion, inclusion, and peaceful community relationships. “The consideration…
The Federal Government says Nigeria loses about 24 million tonnes of topsoil each year due to erosion and land degradation, warning that this trend poses a serious threat to food security and climate resilience. The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja during the unveiling of the Global Project – Soil Matters. Abdullahi emphasized that healthy soil is critical for water retention, drought resistance, and carbon sequestration, stressing that restoring soil organic matter has become imperative amid rising climate shocks. “Soil is not merely the dirt beneath our feet; it…
Nigeria’s economic activity slipped into contraction in April 2026, as the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 49.4 — its first decline after 16 consecutive months of expansion. The latest report released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Wednesday shows the index dropped below the 50-point benchmark that separates expansion from contraction, pointing to a broad-based slowdown across key sectors of the economy. According to the report, the marginal decline reflects weakening demand conditions and reduced business activity, particularly in the industry and services sectors, even as agriculture maintained modest growth. “The composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for…
Australian scientists are developing solar-powered technologies to convert plastic waste into clean fuels, offering a potential solution to both pollution and energy challenges. The research explores how sunlight-driven processes can transform discarded plastics into hydrogen, syngas, and other industrial chemicals, providing a pathway toward a more sustainable, circular economy, the Australian study revealed on Wednesday. Global plastic production exceeds 460 million tonnes annually, with large volumes leaking into the environment, the research noted. The study also highlights the rich carbon and hydrogen content of plastics, which can be repurposed as an untapped resource rather than treated as waste. The process,…
The Kaduna State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting ethical journalism, especially in reporting issues affecting children, as stakeholders gathered for a two-day capacity-building workshop. Speaking at the workshop organized by the Nigerian Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Kaduna Chapter in collaboration with UNICEF, Commissioner for Information Ahmed Maiyaki described the training as timely and crucial in an era of rapid information dissemination. Represented by the Director of Information, Yunusa Abdullahi, Maiyaki said the workshop, themed “Strengthening Child-Sensitive Media Reporting,” was particularly relevant. He emphasized that journalists play a critical role beyond reporting, noting that coverage involving children demands…