8 h. ago Consequences of deaths from cervical cancer, far more than 8,000 in Nigeria — Don

Tribune Online Consequences of deaths from cervical cancer, far more than 8,000 in Nigeria — Don PROVOST of the College of Medicine University of Ibadan, Professor Temidayo Ogundiran has stated that the 8,000 cervical cancer deaths occurring annually in Nigeria are overshadowed by the broader impact on lives lost, shattered families, and grieving communities. He stated that scientists must ensure scientific findings on cervical cancer are integrated into patient care, policies, […] Consequences of deaths from cervical cancer, far more than 8,000 in Nigeria — Don Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Poor access to health facilities fueling rise in breast, cervical cancer cases — Amosun

Tribune Online Poor access to health facilities fueling rise in breast, cervical cancer cases — Amosun She said, "The situation in Nigeria is even more alarming. In 2025 alone, the country is projected to record Poor access to health facilities fueling rise in breast, cervical cancer cases — Amosun Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Over 720,000 Die By Suicide Annually — NOA Calls For Compassionate Dialogue In Nigeria

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Wednesday intensified efforts to create awareness on suicidal behaviours among Nigerians. Speaking in Dutse to mark the 2025 World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), the Jigawa State Director of NOA, Mr. Ahmad Tijjani, emphasized the urgent need to break the stigma surrounding suicide and encourage open conversations on mental health. […] The post Over 720,000 Die By Suicide Annually — NOA Calls For Compassionate Dialogue In Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “N70,000 Can’t Sustain Workers” — NLC Tells Federal Government

  The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has said the N70,000 national minimum wage is no longer sustainable under Nigeria’s worsening economic realities. The demand came after several states reviewed their wage structures upwards. President Bola Tinubu had signed the National Minimum Wage Bill into law in July 2024, raising it from N30,000 to N70,000. But […] The post “N70,000 Can’t Sustain Workers” — NLC Tells Federal Government appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Controversy lingers over alleged sale of new baby: Police officers, ministry officials sold my baby for N25m, gave me N700,000, woman alleges

• No child was sold, baby in our custody –Commissioner • AIG probes cops, couple, NSCDC officers, ministry officials   From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The alleged exchange of a new born baby for N25 million or N700,000 at the police clinic of the Ebonyi State police command, Abakaliki the state capital has remained a subject […] The post Controversy lingers over alleged sale of new baby: Police officers, ministry officials sold my baby for N25m, gave me N700,000, woman alleges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago UNICEF Donates Over 5,300 Cartons of Nutrition Aid To Jos, Bauchi

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated more than 5,300 cartons of nutrition supplements to support 15,000 children in Jos and Bauchi State. UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Wafaa Saeed, announced during her recent visit to the two states. In a statement signed by UNICEF’s Communication and Advocacy Specialist, Susan Akila, Saeed praised the commitment […]

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6 d. ago Court jails man for $71,795 romance scam, orders $42,000 forfeiture

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has convicted and sentenced one Tamarakuro to one year imprisonment for his role in a romance scam and money laundering scheme that defrauded a U.S.-based non-governmental organisation, Pregnancy Support Network, of $71,795.41. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned Tamarakuro on […] The post Court jails man for $71,795 romance scam, orders $42,000 forfeiture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago FG kicks off 2nd phase of Renewed Hope jobs programme for 41,000 Nigerians

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government on Thursday, September 4, officially flagged off the second phase of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI 2), with 41,307 Nigerians set to benefit from skills training, starter packs, and access to loans. The ceremony, held at the new corporate headquarters of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) […] The post FG kicks off 2nd phase of Renewed Hope jobs programme for 41,000 Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Fans To Pay N3,000, N1,000 For Nigeria Vs Rwanda World Cup Qualifier Match

Football enthusiasts will be required to pay N3,000 and N1,000 to attend the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Rwanda’s Amavubi on Saturday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Tickets for the VIP section will be priced at N3,000, while general admission seats will be available for […]

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7 d. ago Osun mechanic jailed 3 years with hard labour for N35,000 yam theft

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo An auto mechanic was sentenced on Wednesday to three years’ imprisonment by a magistrate’s court sitting in Osogbo, Osun State, for stealing 17 yam tubers worth N35,000. The prosecutor, Babatunde Oluokun, told the court that Jimoh Akeem, 28, committed the offence on Sunday, July 27, 2025, around 10:00 p.m., behind Africa […] The post Osun mechanic jailed 3 years with hard labour for N35,000 yam theft appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2026 FIFA WCQ: Fans to pay N3,000, N1,000 to see Eagles, Amavubi clash

Football fans will pay the sum of N3,000 and N1,000 respectively to watch Saturday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Amavubi of Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Tickets for the VIP section will go for N3,000 and the popular seats will sell for N1,000 […] The post 2026 FIFA WCQ: Fans to pay N3,000, N1,000 to see Eagles, Amavubi clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago U.S. donates $32.5m for food, nutrition aid to 764,000 displaced persons in Nigeria

The United States Government has committed $32.5 million to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to provide critical food read more U.S. donates $32.5m for food, nutrition aid to 764,000 displaced persons in Nigeria

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7 d. ago How to build an inclusive social register that works for all Nigerians

With over 176,000 polling units and existing ID systems like BVN and NIN, Nigeria has the tools to build a read more How to build an inclusive social register that works for all Nigerians

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7 d. ago Nigeria records 5,000 deaths, 31,000 injuries from road accidents annually – FRSC

…Targets 50% accident reduction by 2030 ….Seeks accelerated passage of FRSC amendment Bill Despite efforts to reduce accidents, Nigeria still read more Nigeria records 5,000 deaths, 31,000 injuries from road accidents annually – FRSC

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8 d. ago Chevron Nigeria’s seamless Windows 11 migration offers lessons for Nigerian enterprises

When Chevron Nigeria migrated more than 3,000 users from Windows 10 to Windows 11, the stakes were high. In a read more Chevron Nigeria’s seamless Windows 11 migration offers lessons for Nigerian enterprises

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9 d. ago TracTrac boosts yields, cuts costs for 125,000 farmers across Nigeria

Tribune Online TracTrac boosts yields, cuts costs for 125,000 farmers across Nigeria Nigerian farmers, especially smallholders, have struggled with limited access to basic mechanisation services and high costs for decades. This reality has consistently undermined food security and rural livelihoods. TracTrac, adopted a distinct style of operation in the Nigeria’s mechanisation space by delivering a full value chain solution that combines demand creation, equipment access, capacity building, […] TracTrac boosts yields, cuts costs for 125,000 farmers across Nigeria Tribune Online

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1 week ago Nigeria records 16,000 suicides annually, Senator raises the alarm

Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong has called for urgent legislative action to address Nigeria’s rising suicide rates, citing World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates of approximately 16,000 suicide deaths annually. The lawmaker re[resenting Cross River South made the call in Abuja, yesterday when he received members of the Suicide Prevention Advocacy Working Group, a coalition of psychiatrists, legal […] The post Nigeria records 16,000 suicides annually, Senator raises the alarm appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago May, Obioma, Olugbile shortlisted for $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025

By Damiete Braide The race for Africa’s biggest literary honour has narrowed to three contenders as the Advisory Board for The Nigeria Prize for Literature unveiled the shortlist for the 2025 edition on Thursday, August 28. Competing for the coveted $100,000 prize sponsored by Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) are: Sanya by Oyin Olugbile, The Road […] The post May, Obioma, Olugbile shortlisted for $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago ICYMI: FG hikes passport fees by 100%; 64 pages now N200,000

Tribune Online ICYMI: FG hikes passport fees by 100%; 64 pages now N200,000 “The review which only affect Passport Application fees made in Nigeria, now set a new fee threshold for 32-page with 5-year validity at ICYMI: FG hikes passport fees by 100%; 64 pages now N200,000 Tribune Online

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1 week ago Ebonyi Clears Retirees’ Gratuities, Hikes Minimum Wage To ₦90,000

The Ebonyi State Government has approved an upward review of the minimum wage for civil servants from ₦70,000 to ₦90,000. The announcement was made on Thursday,  by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Ikeuwa Omebe, while briefing journalists on the outcome of the State Executive Council (EXCO) meeting in Abakaliki. Omebe explained that the increment […] The post Ebonyi Clears Retirees’ Gratuities, Hikes Minimum Wage To ₦90,000 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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