The World Health Organization (WHO) has expanded its prequalification programme to include more life-saving medical devices, including contraceptives and tuberculosis screening technologies, to improve access globally. The organisation said on Friday in a statement that the expansion aimed to increase access to safe, effective and quality-assured medical devices, particularly in …
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Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has reacted after a woman identified as Gbemi, who is in a relationship with her estranged husband, shared a taunting message simily directed at her. Gbemi had commented on Anita’s post, suggesting that the actress still missed her estranged husband and telling her that he now …
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The Nigerian Army School of Supply and Transport (NASST) has trained 380 soldiers and officers in specialised logistics, driving, catering and safety skills to enhance operational efficiency. The Commandant of NASST, Maj.-Gen. Samuel Adejimi, disclosed this on Friday in Benin at the graduation ceremony of the school’s Third Quarter Courses …
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The Nigerian troops have intercepted 44 family members of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists and rescued nine kidnapped victims in separate operations across the country. The operations also led to the arrest of suspected kidnappers and collaborators and the recovery of several weapons and ammunition, according to an …
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Chief Irukwu Onwuka, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) senatorial candidate for Abia North, has unveiled a seven-point development agenda. Onwuka unveiled the manifesto at a press conference in Umuahia on Friday, outlining proposed interventions in education, healthcare, infrastructure and agriculture. The manifesto, titled ‘New Face. New Energy. New Development …
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The Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have expanded to 63 health zones across seven of the country’s 26 provinces. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday in a statement, said that the expansion followed the identification of infections in two additional health zones. …
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The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) on Friday launched the Nigeria AgriConnect Compact, a World Bank-funded initiative aimed at transforming Nigeria into a leading regional food basket. Newsextra24 reports that the initiative focuses on boosting agricultural productivity, expanding processing, improving market access, and mobilising private-sector investment across key value …
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The Super Eagles of Nigeria came from a goal down to defeat Madagascar 2-1 in their Group L 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier. The match was played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday evening. Madagascar took the lead in the 15th minute through a well-directed …
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Ogun, Sen. Solomon Adeola, has unveiled plans to transform infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture and other sectors. Adeola spoke on Friday during an interactive session with journalists at the NUJ secretariat in Abeokuta. He explained that his administration would pursue an integrated development …
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Africa Magic Showcase is set to air ‘Doyen of Nollywood: Celebrating Olu Jacobs’, a documentary on the life and career of legendary Nigerian actor, Oludotun Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs. According to the official DStv programme listing, documentary is scheduled to air on Friday. It will also be rebroadcast …
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