The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IIDEA) has included Abia State in the second phase of the European Union-funded Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) Programme. The …
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Cholera: Oyo rolls out measures to prevent outbreak in public schools
The Oyo State government has implemented measures to prevent cholera outbreak in public basic schools, advising Headteachers to ensure that food handlers follow strict hygiene practices to prevent contamination. …
Read More »Embassy, NGO rescue 24 Nigerian girls from sexual exploitation in Senegal
The combined operatives of the Nigerian Embassy and a Senegalese-based non-governmental organisation have rescued 24 Nigerian girls who were subjected to sexual exploitation in the Tamaccounda and Kedougou Regions of …
Read More »Second southern Mexico mayor killed in a week
A second southern Mexico mayor has been killed in less than a week, local authorities announced Saturday, after he went to visit an indigenous community. The murder of Acacio Flores, …
Read More »Jumping from one party to another will diminish Obi’s gains – APGA pioneer chair
Founder of the All Progressives Grand Alliance and the pioneer chairman of the party, Chief Chekwas Okorie, shares his thoughts with ADEBAYO FOLORUNSHO-FRANCIS, on the crisis rocking the party, his …
Read More »Cholera Outbreak: NCDC runs out of vaccine as death toll increases to 40
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has said that the country does not have enough cholera vaccines in stock, but has placed an order for more vaccines from donor …
Read More »Experts urge tech talents to solve Africa’s problems
Stakeholders in the technology sector have said unity and collaboration can help accelerate economic growth, improve living standards, and increase innovation on the continent. Speaking during a session hosted by …
Read More »Schneider electric steps up campaign against counterfeit products
Schneider Electric, global leader in energy management and automation, has embarked on a sensitisation campaign at Alaba International Market, Ojo, Lagos, to raise awareness about counterfeit products posing as genuine …
Read More »295 PLWDs to get free medical care in Delta
The Director General/ Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC), Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, at the weekend, adopted and enrolled no fewer than 295 Persons Living With Disabilities …
Read More »Lafarge, UBA, others pledge commitment to bigger, better 2024 Calabar Carnival
Lafarge Africa Plc, United Bank for Africa, and other critical stakeholders have pledged their commitment and dedication to ensure a bigger, better and successful 2024 Carnival Calabar. The stakeholders made …
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