The Jigawa State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (JSPHDA) will on October 6 launch a 10-day Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccination campaign across all 27 Local Government Areas. Agency spokesman, Ya’u Muhammad, said in a statement that the exercise, supported by the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) and partners, targets children aged nine months to 14 years, while children under five will benefit from other integrated interventions. He explained that health workers and partners had undergone a two-day training on monitoring, evaluation, logistics, security-challenged areas, and data management ahead of the campaign. Executive Secretary of JSPHDA, Dr. Shehu Sambo, urged parents…
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The Ekiti State Government has begun dredging waterways and rivers in Ado-Ekiti to curb flooding during the rainy season. Chairman of the Ekiti State Environmental Protection Agency (EKSEPA), Bamitale Oguntoyinbo, led board members to inspect the ongoing works at Iso and Oshodi streets along Afao Road, Elemi and Iremide rivers, Ureje River (Olujoda–Falana to Moferere Street), and GRA Third Extension on the new Iyin Road. Oguntoyinbo expressed satisfaction with the projects, saying Governor Biodun Oyebanji remains committed to protecting lives and property. He warned residents against building on waterways and urged strict enforcement of town planning regulations. EKSEPA General Manager,…
The Children Living with Cancer Foundation (CLWCF) has called for stronger awareness, early detection, and government-backed support to reduce childhood cancer fatalities in Nigeria. The appeal came during the foundation’s 15th Annual Childhood Cancer Awareness Walk in Lagos, which began at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) and ended in Surulere. CLWCF Founder, Dr. Nneka Nwobi, said this year’s theme, “Diagnosis: No Child Left Behind”, underscores the need to tackle misdiagnosis and delayed detection. She lamented the high cost of treatment, which continues to devastate families despite progress in care. “Childhood cancer should not be a death sentence. Early detection…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced that the Abuja–Kaduna passenger train service will resume next week. In a statement on Saturday, the NRC’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, said the service was returning after repairs and safety checks were completed on the damaged track at Asham. The corporation added that details of the exact date and timetable would be released in the coming days. The train service had been suspended after it derailed on August 26, 2025. Since then, the NRC said it had worked round the clock to restore both the tracks and trains to meet global…
African First Ladies have supported a new $150 million plan called the Women in Mining Africa (WIM-Africa) Action Plan, which will run from 2026 to 2030. The goal is to help women move from basic survival to playing an important role in Africa’s mining industry. This support was shared during an online meeting. The First Lady of Mauritania, Mariam Mint Dah, said women are very important in Africa’s mining communities but are still being left out of major opportunities in the mining business. Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji, the Executive Director of WIM-Africa, explained the five-year plan. She said Africa has a lot…
At least 100 people have been confirmed dead after a gold mine pit collapsed at the Kadauri gold site in Maru local government area of Zamfara State. The tragic incident occurred late Thursday night while scores of artisanal miners were working underground. Rescue workers, supported by local residents, rushed to the scene and have so far recovered 13 bodies, including that of a relative of one of the victims. Authorities say many more miners are still trapped beneath the rubble, raising fears that the death toll could climb. Officials explained that the collapse was likely triggered by heavy rainfall, which…
Pharmacists in Niger State marked this year’s World Pharmacists Day with a health walk and symposium in Minna, calling for closer collaboration among all health professionals to improve patient care. The celebration, themed “Think Health, Think Pharmacist,” began with a walk from the General Hospital, Minna, and ended with a symposium attended by government officials, health workers, and stakeholders. At the event, the Niger State Head of Service, Abubakar Sadiq Idris, stressed the need for stronger collaboration among healthcare professionals to safeguard public health. He emphasized that creating awareness and recognizing the roles of all health workers remain vital for…
Experts in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry have said that adopting digital technology will help fix inefficiencies and support sustainable growth in the energy sector. They spoke in Lagos during the 2025 Press Week Lecture and Symposium, organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and other reporters. The theme of the event was “Transforming Energy: The Digital Evolution of Oil and Gas.” The gathering brought together top industry leaders, media professionals, traditional rulers, students, and security officials to discuss the future of Nigeria’s vital oil industry. Mr. Wole Ogunsanya, Chairman of the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), represented…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday announced plans to introduce a nationwide digital ID system aimed at reducing illegal migration. But the proposal is already facing strong resistance in a country that has long opposed identity cards. The new digital ID will be stored on people’s phones. The government said people will not be required to carry it everywhere or show it on demand. However, it will be compulsory for anyone who wants to prove their right to work in the UK. “You will not be able to work in the United Kingdom if you do not have a…
Due to constant heavy rain, many parts of Nigeria are facing serious floods. These floods have affected several states, blocked roads, damaged homes, and caused many businesses to lose money. The flooding is getting worse because many drainages are blocked and the country lacks proper infrastructure. This has led to severe traffic jams and left many people stuck on the roads. People living in affected areas say that flooding keeps happening. In some places, the water levels are so high that people can’t move around easily. Nigeria usually gets a lot of rain each year. This heavy rain often causes…