The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Monday organized an inter-secondary schools quiz competition on disaster reduction strategies, aimed at promoting behavioral change, positive attitudes, and early education among students. The Head of NEMA Operations Office in Sokoto, Aliyu Kafindangi, said the event was part of activities marking the 2025 International Day for Disaster Reduction (IDDR), in line with global efforts to assess progress in disaster risk reduction. Kafindangi, represented by Mr. Tukur Abubakar, said the programme was designed to strengthen the agency’s resolve to build a more resilient society. He explained that this year’s theme, “Find Resilience, Not Disaster,”…
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The Gombe State Government has issued a safety advisory urging residents, especially those living near riverine areas, to exercise caution following a deadly hippopotamus attack in the Dadin Kowa River. Mr. Mohammed Fawu, Commissioner for Water, Environment, and Forest Resources, gave the warning after a 19-year-old farmer, Yahuza Bawa, was killed by a hippopotamus while fishing in the river in Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area on October 5. The incident also left Bawa’s colleague, identified as Abubakar, seriously injured. Fawu, who sympathised with the deceased’s family, said the government responded promptly, leading to the recovery of Bawa’s body for burial. He…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and cloudiness across the country from Monday to Wednesday. NiMet’s weather outlook released in Abuja envisaged sunny skies on Monday with patches of clouds over the northern region. It also anticipated isolated thunderstorms with light rain over parts of Taraba and southern Kebbi States during the morning hours. “Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms with moderate rain are expected over parts of Taraba, Adamawa, Kaduna, Borno, Bauchi, Gombe, Kebbi, and southern Sokoto States,” it said. For the central region, NiMet predicted cloudy skies with spells of sunshine and prospects of morning thunderstorms…
Bacteria are rapidly developing resistance to antibiotics, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Monday, with one in six laboratory-confirmed bacterial infections now caused by antibiotic-resistant pathogens. The organization has, for the first time, quantified the problem in relation to 22 antibiotics that are commonly used to treat infections of the urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, bloodstream, and sexually transmitted gonorrhoea. The WHO also examined various combinations of bacteria and antibiotics, using the latest figures from 2023. It found that resistance increased in more than 40 per cent of cases between 2018 and 2023, rising by between 5 and 15 per…
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has reportedly suffered a stroke and been flown abroad for urgent medical care. Government sources described his condition as “very serious,” adding that he is receiving intensive treatment overseas. The sources linked his illness to exhaustion and stress from his demanding work schedule. President Bola Tinubu has reportedly begun discreet consultations to identify a possible replacement, given Edun’s key role in economic management. Confirming his indisposition, the Presidency announced on Sunday that Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso will now lead Nigeria’s delegation to the World Bank and IMF…
The Federal Government has reiterated that the “No Work, No Pay” policy remains an existing labour law in Nigeria and will guide its actions during the ongoing two-week warning strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). In a statement issued on Sunday by Folasade Boriowo, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, the government said while it continues to show goodwill and flexibility, it will not compromise fairness and accountability in the use of public funds. The statement reassured students, parents, and the public that the government remains committed to maintaining industrial harmony…
The Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has reaffirmed its collaboration with the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to enhance assessment standards and drive technological transformation in the state’s education system. Mr. Kayode Sutton, Deputy Director of Public Affairs, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday following the State Committee meeting of WAEC held recently under the ministry’s supervision. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun, chaired the meeting alongside the Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Abisola Dokunmu-Adegbite, and other top officials from education districts and agencies. Also in attendance were the Permanent Secretary of the Teaching…
Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company (SEEPCO) says it has achieved a 25 per cent reduction in emissions, marking a major milestone in its transition toward cleaner energy and sustainable operations. Dr. Chris Offokansi, Head of Human Resources and Industrial Relations at SEEPCO, disclosed this during the 2025 NAEC International Energy Conference in Lagos. Offokansi said the company’s decision to convert over 90 per cent of its vehicle and equipment fleet to run on compressed natural gas (CNG) played a key role in achieving the reduction. “Over 90 per cent of our vehicle and equipment fleet now operates on…
The Federal Teaching Hospital, Owerri, says it has commenced implementation of the kidney dialysis subsidy approved by the Federal Government, with patients now paying only ₦12,000 per session. The hospital’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Ikechukwu Onuegbu, confirmed the development in an interview with reporters in Owerri on Sunday. He recalled that in August, the Federal Government announced a reduction in the cost of kidney dialysis from ₦50,000 to ₦12,000 per session in selected pilot hospitals across the country. According to him, the initiative aims to reduce the physical and financial suffering of vulnerable Nigerians and cut down deaths linked to…
The Society for Water and Sanitation (NEWSAN) has called for stronger community-based action and improved collaboration among government agencies to address the recurring cases of flooding across Nigeria. Mr. Attah Benson, National Coordinator of NEWSAN, made the call in an interview with reporters on Sunday in Abuja while reacting to the increasing flood incidents recorded in several parts of the country. Benson said the rising frequency and intensity of floods highlighted the urgent need for sustainable management strategies anchored on community participation, early warning systems, and improved drainage infrastructure. According to data from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), more…