A coalition of four prominent Nigerians has urged the public to avoid what it describes as destructive criticism and instead support government efforts aimed at national development, warning against distractions targeting the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila. The appeal was contained in a joint statement issued by US-based public affairs commentator Kofo Williams, Chairman of Concerned Nigerians in Diaspora United Kingdom, Abanikanda Olumoro, Convener of the Concerned Fulani People of Nigeria, Alhaji Ibrahim Barkindo Chubado, and leader of the Assembly of Lagos Youths, Comrade Lasisi Robert. The statement was in response to a video circulating on YouTube,…
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The management of Northwest University Sokoto (NWUS) has alerted prospective students and the general public to a fake admission screening notice circulating on social media, warning that it is a fraudulent scheme designed to defraud unsuspecting applicants. In a disclaimer issued by the University’s Directorate of Communications, Public Affairs and Protocol, the institution said the false message claims that NWUS has opened an online screening portal for candidates seeking admission into the university. The university, however, described the information as “false, misleading, and the handiwork of fraudsters attempting to deceive unsuspecting admission seekers.” According to the management, Northwest University Sokoto…
Mrs. Akanchawa Emmanuel, an audiologist at Capital Healthcare, has warned Nigerians against prolonged use of earphones at high volumes, stating that this habit could cause permanent hearing damage and other long-term auditory health issues. Emmanuel issued the warning in an interview with reporters on Tuesday in Benin City, urging Nigerians to adopt safer listening habits and undergo regular hearing assessments. She explained that hearing relies on delicate hair cells in the inner ear, which convert sound waves into electrical signals sent to the brain. Damaged cells cannot regenerate. According to her, normal hearing ranges between zero and 25 decibels. Prolonged…
The President of the Association of Public Health Physicians of Nigeria (APHPN), Dr Terfa Kene, has urged newly inducted medical doctors to resist emigration and contribute their skills to Nigeria’s development. Kene gave the charge on Tuesday in Makurdi as guest speaker at the 12th induction ceremony of 56 medical graduates of the College of Health Sciences, Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM). He said many Nigerians who emigrated abroad in search of better opportunities were not gainfully employed, noting that migration does not always guarantee career advancement or improved economic prospects. Kene warned that some Nigerian doctors abroad often…
eHealth Africa (eHA) has strengthened partnerships aimed at accelerating the deployment of digital health solutions across Africa. The initiative, undertaken in collaboration with the EHA Group, the Africa HealthTech Summit (AHTS), and Dala Africa, also focuses on strengthening public health systems and advancing healthcare delivery across the continent. The Executive Director of eHealth Africa, Atef Fawaz, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja ahead of the 2026 Insights Learning Forum (ILF), scheduled for July 28 and 29. Fawaz said the forum reflects growing collaboration among institutions committed to advancing digital health transformation through innovation, partnerships, and sustainable investments.…
Some agriculture experts have advised farmers to adopt preventive measures to minimise crop losses during flooding. The experts gave the advice in separate interviews with reporters on Tuesday in Lagos. The Acting Chairman of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Mr Sakin Agbayewa, urged farmers to cultivate crops on raised beds and construct drainage channels, ditches, and ridges to reduce the impact of flooding. “To prevent crop losses during the rainy season, farmers should construct drainage channels to redirect excess water away from their farms,” he said. “They should also plant crops on raised beds to keep roots above…
Some fruit traders in Lagos have improvised ways to keep fruits fresh and minimise losses despite inadequate storage facilities and erratic power supply. The traders shared their experiences in separate interviews with reporters on Tuesday in Lagos while discussing how they cope with post-harvest losses. Fruits such as oranges, pineapples, bananas, watermelons, pawpaw, and apples are highly perishable and require proper storage to maintain freshness and quality. However, prolonged exposure to heat, inadequate cold-chain facilities, and unstable electricity supply continue to accelerate spoilage, leading to significant financial losses for traders. Mrs Mujidat Giwa, a fruit trader at Oyingbo Market, said…
Industrialist and Chairman of Oranto Petroleum Ltd, Engineer) Arthur Eze has offered scholarship sponsorship for 50 undergraduate students of Northwest University, Sokoto (NWUS), beginning from the 2026/2027 academic session. The offer, contained in a letter dated May 8, 2026, says the scheme is designed to support intelligent but financially challenged students who have the potential to excel academically and contribute to society. According to the letter, the first phase of the programme will cover students enrolled in full-time degree programmes across different faculties of the university. The scholarship will pay either tuition or tuition and accommodation, depending on the arrangement…
The Northwest University, Sokoto (NWUS), Global North London Business School (GNLBS), United Kingdom, and the University of East London, have proposed a strategic academic partnership aimed at delivering internationally recognized undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, enhancing academic standards, and creating sponsorship opportunities for outstanding students. The proposed collaboration, contained in a document dated May 22, 2026, and signed by the Director of Studies at the Global North London Business School GNLBS, Dr Julius Ayodele, seeks to align Northwest University’s academic offerings with UK qualification standards while equipping students with globally competitive skills and credentials. The proposed undergraduate programmes include Bachelor of…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has inaugurated the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Academy, also known as Future Academy, and the Sen. Oluremi Tinubu Clinic in Hadejia, Jigawa State. The academy was established by FutureMap Foundation in collaboration with the Renewed Hope Agenda and facilitated by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) to advance innovation. Speaking at the inauguration, Tinubu said both facilities form an integrated ecosystem designed to bridge digital innovation with community healthcare while promoting sustainable development and economic opportunities. She described the academy as a comprehensive institution aimed at transforming technical knowledge into economic value and…