A Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Maymunah Kadiri, has warned that social media addiction or overuse is a risk factor for depression and other mental health problems, which could escalate to suicidal tendencies. Kadiri, who is also the Medical Director of Pinnacle Medical Services, said this in an interview with reporters on Wednesday in Lagos, citing multiple studies linking heavy social media use to depression, anxiety, loneliness, self-harm, and emotional trauma. She lamented that many people have become so addicted to social media that they cannot stay a minute without checking their phones to chat on WhatsApp, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), watch…
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Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), publishers of PRNigeria and Spokespersons Digest, has emerged as Africa’s Best Strategic Communication Agency in Crisis and Issues Management at the 2026 SABRE Africa Awards, reinforcing Nigeria’s growing influence in the global public relations landscape. The awards ceremony, held in Johannesburg, South Africa, took place on the sidelines of the Public Relations and Communication Association (PRCA) Conference, marking a shift from its traditional hosting alongside the African Public Relations Association (APRA). Two other leading Nigerian PR agencies recorded impressive performances at the awards. Chain Reaction Africa secured multiple honours across the Public Sector, Travel, and…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced the full restoration of train services on the Abuja-Kaduna rail corridor following Monday’s disruption that left 26 passengers injured. Ashenews reports that the Managing Director of the corporation, Kayode Opeifa, disclosed this on Wednesday, assuring commuters of improved safety and operational standards. Opeifa, in a post on his 𝕏 handle, confirmed that operations had resumed after swift intervention by NRC personnel. “Following the incident on Monday, 16th March 2026, normal train operations have been fully restored through the swift intervention of the Nigerian Railway Corporation,” he said. “Passengers can now confidently book tickets, as improved safety and operational measures…
Namibia’s receipt of more than 800 new exploration licence applications is more than a mining statistic—it is a signal of a shifting geopolitical landscape, where Africa is rapidly emerging as a central battleground for control over the minerals powering the global economy. Across the continent, a new resource contest is taking shape. Governments are accelerating exploration, reforming licensing systems and courting foreign capital, not only to boost revenues but to secure strategic leverage in a world increasingly defined by access to critical minerals, as explored in Africa’s evolving critical minerals strategy. Key data snapshot 800+ new exploration licence applications — Namibia 600+ environmental…
The Commissioner for Health in Cross River State, Henry Ayuk, says deploying drone technology has improved access to essential medicines in remote communities, strengthening healthcare delivery across previously underserved and hard-to-reach areas. Ayuk in Calabar on Wednesday, said the government had leveraged drone technology to improve healthcare delivery and ensured equitable access statewide. He explained that the innovation had expanded immunisation coverage and enabled efficient delivery of essential medicines and supplies to every nook and cranny of the state, including isolated and difficult terrains. According to the commissioner, the initiative, implemented in partnership with Zipline, is designed to serve more…
The National Executive Council (NEC) of Labour Party has fixed May 23 for its presidential primary. Senior Special Adviser (Media) to the Interim National Chairman, Ken Asogwa, made this known in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. Asogwa said this was part of the approved the timetable for the conduct of the party’s primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. He said that the timetable was fixed at a statutory NEC meeting observed by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Asogwa said the party, in compliance with the Electoral Act and INEC guidelines, also approved April 15 for submission of membership…
Eswatini has begun scaling up the use of a new long-acting HIV prevention injection, with authorities confirming that around 2,000 people have already received the treatment since its introduction in December. The southern African kingdom joins a small but growing group of countries deploying lenacapavir, a breakthrough drug designed to reduce HIV transmission through a twice-yearly injection. The rollout marks a significant shift in HIV prevention efforts in one of the world’s most affected countries. By moving away from daily pills to long-acting injections, health officials aim to improve adherence, reduce new infections, and sustain gains made over the past…
The Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football (FRMF) has acknowledged CAF’s Appeal Board ruling following the disputed AFCON 2025 final. In a statement on its official website, the federation said its appeal was aimed at ensuring proper application of competition rules, not disputing the sporting merit of any team. “The Federation reiterates that its approach has always been grounded in respect for the rules and stability of African competitions,” it stated. The Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football also commended all participating nations, describing the tournament as significant for African football development. It said a detailed position would be released after a…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted dust haze across the country from Wednesday to Friday. NiMet’s weather outlook, released on Tuesday in Abuja, indicates moderate dust haze with horizontal visibility between two and five kilometres over the northern region on Wednesday. The agency also indicated localised visibility of less than or equal to 1,000 metres over parts of Katsina, Kano, and Jigawa states throughout the forecast period. NiMet expects moderate dust haze over the North-Central region throughout the period. It predicted sunny skies with a few patches of cloud over the southern region, with slim prospects of afternoon or…
Rex Insurance Ltd. has partnered with the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) to introduce weather index insurance to protect smallholder farmers from climate-related risks. The company said on Tuesday that the initiative supports climate-smart agriculture by combining insurance with real-time weather data. It said the approach would improve farmers’ decision-making and reduce losses from adverse weather conditions. At the MoU signing, Chief Executive Officer, Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, said the partnership signalled a shift toward data-driven agricultural insurance. Nwachukwu said the firm would leverage NiMet’s location-specific data to power weather and hybrid index products. She said the solution would guide planting periods, crop…