1 hour ago “Wunmi Is Yet A Victim” – Human Rights Lawyer On Attacks Against Mohbad’s Widow Over Singer’s Death

Human rights lawyer Festus Ogun has revealed that it took him just four sittings of the inquest to uncover the cause of late singer Mohbad’s death. Ogun, who noted that he was the first to petition the Chief Coroner of Lagos for an investigation into the singer’s mysterious death, said the inquest sessions swiftly revealed […] The post “Wunmi Is Yet A Victim” – Human Rights Lawyer On Attacks Against Mohbad’s Widow Over Singer’s Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Media Rights Agenda calls on FG to comply with ECOWAS judgment on freedom of expression

Tribune Online Media Rights Agenda calls on FG to comply with ECOWAS judgment on freedom of expression Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has urged the Federal Government to take immediate action to implement the April 9, 2025 judgment of the ECOWAS Court of Justice. This ruling declared certain aspects of Kano State’s blasphemy laws to be a violation of Nigeria’s obligations under the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) and the […] Media Rights Agenda calls on FG to comply with ECOWAS judgment on freedom of expression Tribune Online

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2 h. ago FG seeks innovative solutions to achieve universal health coverage in Africa

Tribune Online FG seeks innovative solutions to achieve universal health coverage in Africa He stressed the need for strengthened resource mobilisation, innovative financing mechanisms, and private sector participation to achieve UHC. FG seeks innovative solutions to achieve universal health coverage in Africa Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Gombe State University Matriculates Over 200 Pioneer Students At Newly Established Dukku Campus

Gombe State University (GSU) has formally matriculated over 200 pioneer students into its newly established Faculty of Environmental Sciences, located at the Dukku campus. The new faculty comprises four academic departments: Architecture, Estate Management, Quantity Surveying and Building Technology. The ceremony marks a major milestone in the Gombe State Government’s commitment to expanding access to […]

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5 h. ago Nigeria loses 1.2 billion US dollars to medical tourism yearly – Experts

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure Medical experts have decried the loss incurred by the Nigerian government to medical tourism yearly, lamenting that the country loses about 1.2 billion dollars to medical tourism annually. Experts and stakeholders in the health sector who gathered at the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo, for the fourth annual Public Health […] The post Nigeria loses 1.2 billion US dollars to medical tourism yearly – Experts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago How businesses incur losses due to prevalence of marine debris

Tribune Online How businesses incur losses due to prevalence of marine debris It is not unusual to see debris floating along the nation’s inland waterways, impacting marine life, habitats, and human activities through hazards to navigational safety and others. In this report, TOLA ADENUBI looks at how businesses suffer due to marine debris prevalence. MARINE debris refers to human-caused waste that has deliberately or inadvertently entered the […] How businesses incur losses due to prevalence of marine debris Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Every pregnancy should be journey of hope, not fear —Otegbayo, UCH’s CMD

Tribune Online Every pregnancy should be journey of hope, not fear —Otegbayo, UCH’s CMD CHIEF Medical Director of the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, Professor Jesse Otegbayo, stated that maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality remain significant public health challenges in Nigeria, and it is imperative that every pregnancy is a journey of hope rather than one of fear. Speaking at the opening of the 8th Association of […] Every pregnancy should be journey of hope, not fear —Otegbayo, UCH’s CMD Tribune Online

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9 h. ago One plan, one budget, vital to universal health coverage — Oyo Health Commissioner

Tribune Online One plan, one budget, vital to universal health coverage — Oyo Health Commissioner Oyo State Commissioner for Health, Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, stated that to achieve universal health coverage in Oyo State, a comprehensive sector-wide strategy that includes a unified plan, budget, and method for reporting findings is essential. Speaking at the opening of a four-day capacity development training for health leaders and managers, organized by the Oyo State […] One plan, one budget, vital to universal health coverage — Oyo Health Commissioner Tribune Online

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9 h. ago From my archives: Eureka; there are three Buhari’s, NOT two!

I am affected by Buhari’s death because everybody’s death diminishes the human stock. (See ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls’ in read more From my archives: Eureka; there are three Buhari’s, NOT two!

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10 h. ago We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor

Tribune Online We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor THE Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale, has expressed concerns about the increasing prevalence of mental health issues, particularly among students in Nigerian universities. He stated that this served as a reminder that university health services needed to gradually incorporate more specialized treatments while also expanding their offerings beyond curative care […] We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Bassey proposes three solutions to environmental degradation in Niger Delta

Tribune Online Bassey proposes three solutions to environmental degradation in Niger Delta An environmental activist, Nnimmo Bassey of Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) has proposed three actions that must be taken to salvage the Niger Delta from environmental degradation it has faced for well over 60 years. Speaking on the theme: “Building a Resilient Future: Climate Action & Community Empowerment” at the third Niger Delta Climate […] Bassey proposes three solutions to environmental degradation in Niger Delta Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Nigerians urged to support a strong plastics treaty at INC 5.2

Tribune Online Nigerians urged to support a strong plastics treaty at INC 5.2 Nigerians have been tasked to contact their national negotiating ministers and ask them to support a strong plastics treaty at INC 5.2. Anthony Akpan of Pan African Vision for the Environment (PAVE), said: “Due to INC-5.2 being a high-stakes meeting, many ministers will be attending. We need to make sure that the ministers are feeling […] Nigerians urged to support a strong plastics treaty at INC 5.2 Tribune Online

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12 h. ago MRA calls on FG to implement ECOWAS Court judgment on blasphemy laws

Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has called on the Federal Government to take urgent measures to implement and give full effect to the April 9, 2025 judgment of the ECOWAS Court of Justice, which declared aspects of Kano State’s blasphemy laws a violation of Nigeria’s obligations under the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) […] The post MRA calls on FG to implement ECOWAS Court judgment on blasphemy laws appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Adopt planetary health diet to save humans, environment — RDI

Tribune Online Adopt planetary health diet to save humans, environment — RDI A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Renevlyn Development Initiative (RDI) in conjunction with Foodjustice has advocated for the adoption of planetary health diet as a panacea to increasing cases of non-communicable diseases, malnutrition and the negative impacts of existing food systems on biodiversity. The Planetary Health Diet (PHD) links a person’s diet to the health of the […] Adopt planetary health diet to save humans, environment — RDI Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Unsweetened coconut water beneficial in the treatment of diabetes —Study

Tribune Online Unsweetened coconut water beneficial in the treatment of diabetes —Study This natural drink has always been considered a magical remedy for health. Now, researchers have shown drinking unsweetened, natural coconut water is beneficial in the treatment of diabetes. In a new study, researchers demonstrated that unsweetened, natural coconut water, in combination with metformin, effectively lowers blood sugar and enhances antioxidant enzyme activities in diabetic rats […] Unsweetened coconut water beneficial in the treatment of diabetes —Study Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Buhari Came To Use Nigeria As Personal Medical Insurance Scheme — Sowore

Controversial human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has berated former president, Muhammadu Buhari, saying that he added no value to the country. Mr. Sowore, who was also a presidential candidate of Africa Action Congress, in the 2023 general election, described Buhari as an opportunist, who came to power for his personal gains. Recall that the former […] The post Buhari Came To Use Nigeria As Personal Medical Insurance Scheme — Sowore appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Oyo 2027: Aborisade declares interest for governorship position

Tribune Online Oyo 2027: Aborisade declares interest for governorship position A Nigerian Lawyer and Chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Niyi Aborisade, has formally declared his intention to run for Oyo State governorship seat in the 2027 general elections under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Aborisade, who is also a human rights activist, made the announcement in Ibadan, the Oyo […] Oyo 2027: Aborisade declares interest for governorship position Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Over two million children unimmunised in Nigeria — Kano commissioner

Tribune Online Over two million children unimmunised in Nigeria — Kano commissioner Kano state  Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf has that available data has shown that over 2 million children in Nigeria are unimmunized. Over two million children unimmunised in Nigeria — Kano commissioner Tribune Online

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21 h. ago It’s Shameful Our Leaders Seek Medical Care, Die In Foreign Hospitals — NMA

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has decried the growing trend of Nigerian political leaders seeking medical care abroad, saying it is a major indictment on the country’s crumbling health system. NMA’s first vice president, Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu stated this during an interview on Arise Television, monitored by our correspondent, Tuesday night. Dr. Olowojebutu lamented the […]

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22 h. ago Artificial intelligence: Catalyst for human capital development in emerging economies

Human Capital stands as a cornerstone for economic growth. When its skills, knowledge, abilities, and experiences are enhanced and optimised, read more Artificial intelligence: Catalyst for human capital development in emerging economies

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