The Federal Government says it spends about 150 million dollars annually on vaccine procurement, even as it expands malaria vaccination to more states. Dr. Muyi Aina, Executive Director of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), disclosed this on Tuesday during the agency’s first quarterly media briefing for 2026 in Abuja. Aina explained that vaccine funding is sourced from federal allocations and development partners, particularly Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, noting that donor support has begun to decline. “Countries are now expected to increase domestic financing as global donor resources continue to shrink,” he said. He stated that vaccine financing…
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The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) has unveiled a new digital platform, the Nigerian Information Statistical System for Raw Materials and Products (NISSRAMP), aimed at transforming access to critical data on Nigeria’s raw materials sector. Speaking at the launch in Abuja on Tuesday, the Director-General of RMRDC, Prof. Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso, described the platform as a game-changer that would provide investors and stakeholders with reliable, data-driven insights into the country’s vast natural resource base. He said NISSRAMP was designed to address long-standing data gaps that had hindered effective decision-making and slowed industrial growth. According to him, the absence of…
Apple Inc. has appointed John Ternus as its next Chief Executive Officer, marking a major leadership transition at the world’s most valuable company. The announcement, approved unanimously by the company’s board, will see Ternus formally assume office on September 1, 2026, succeeding Tim Cook, who is set to transition into the role of Executive Chairman after more than a decade at the helm. Ternus, a long-serving Apple insider, brings over two decades of experience within the company. He joined Apple in 2001 as part of its product design team and rose through the ranks to become Senior Vice President of…
Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Equatorial Guinea on the last stop of his multi-nation tour of Africa, marking the conclusion of a demanding diplomatic and pastoral journey across the continent. The visit to the oil-rich Central African nation is the fourth and final leg of the Pope’s trip, which has taken him through Algeria, Cameroon and Angola since April 13. He was received by government officials and enthusiastic crowds in the capital, Malabo, in what is being described as a significant moment for the predominantly Catholic country, where the Church plays a visible social role. During his stay, the…
Gunmen have abducted 15 passengers during a pirate attack on a commercial boat along the Calabar–Oron waterways in Cross River State. The victims were reportedly travelling from Calabar, the Cross River capital, to Oron in Akwa Ibom State when the incident occurred on April 16, 2026. The spokesman of the Police Zone 6 Command, Jefferson Osupe, confirmed the incident in a statement, noting that the attack prompted an immediate security response. According to him, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 6, Auwal Mohammed, has ordered a sustained joint security operation to secure the release of the victims…
The Akinjide Adeosun Foundation (AAF) has emphasized the need for sustained interventions in zero hunger, good health, and quality education in Nigeria. The Founder and Chairman of AAF, Mr. Akinjide Adeosun, made the statement on Tuesday in Lagos while marking the foundation’s decade of leadership building and unveiling its 2026 initiatives. Adeosun, a pharmacist, said Nigeria’s development requires deliberate efforts to address hunger, healthcare access, and education gaps. “Nigeria needs interventions focused on zero hunger, good health and well-being, and quality education. The AAF has aligned its programs with these priorities over the past decade,” he said. Established in 2015,…
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has intensified measures to mitigate flooding as the rainy season approaches. The Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said in an interview on Tuesday that the agency had stepped up pre-rainy season waste evacuation, particularly in flood-prone and densely populated areas, to prevent blocked drainage channels. He noted ongoing enforcement against indiscriminate dumping in drains, canals, and road medians to ensure the free flow of stormwater. Gbadegesin explained that resurfacing of internal roads at Olusosun landfill had been approved to improve access and maintain seamless waste evacuation during heavy rains. Personnel and equipment…
Former Minister of Transport and ex-Governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, has called for significant investment in agriculture to ensure food security in Nigeria. Amaechi made the call during a visit to Maraba Gaate Settlement Farm in Nasarawa on Tuesday. He urged a shift from traditional, low-yield farming to modern, mechanized methods to boost food production, reduce dependence on imports, and create jobs. “The best way to fight insecurity in the country is to invest in agriculture,” he said. Amaechi emphasized transitioning from subsistence farming to modern agricultural practices to enhance economic growth and tackle food insecurity. He expressed satisfaction…
Wife of the Anambra State Governor, Mrs. Nonye Soludo, has urged young people to harness their creative potential and embrace innovation as a tool for societal progress. Soludo made the call on Tuesday in a message commemorating World Innovation and Creativity Day, highlighting the importance of ideas and originality in driving development. World Creativity and Innovation Day is marked annually on April 21 to raise awareness of the role of creativity and innovation in problem-solving and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. This year’s theme is “Harnessing Creativity for Global Progress.” She said the day celebrates the power of…
Members of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) have commended the rapid transformation of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) under the leadership of its Managing Director, Dr. Kayode Opeifa. The Chief Public Relations Officer of NRC, Mr. Callistus Unyimadu, said this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos. The commendation was made aboard an Abuja–Kaduna train transporting members to NIPR’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kaduna. Members from various state chapters used the rail service as a safer and more convenient alternative. Unyimadu noted that the train, filled largely with members, offered an opportunity for networking, reunion, and professional…