96 m. ago Cholera outbreak worsens in Zamfara, MSF warns of more deaths

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), has raised the alarm over the escalating cholera outbreak in Zamfara State, warning that without urgent intervention, more lives could be lost. The organisation said it has recorded over 1,500 suspected cases from mid-June to early August in three Ministry of Health […] The post Cholera outbreak worsens in Zamfara, MSF warns of more deaths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago After Accident, Gov Radda Embarks On Medical Leave, Transmits Power To Deputy

Katsina State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda will begin a three-week medical leave on Monday, August 18, 2025, following an accident that required medical attention. In a statement issued by the State Commissioner for Information, Bala Salisu Zango, yesterday, the governor thanked the people of Katsina for their prayers, support and understanding during this period. “Taking […]

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11 h. ago Ebonyi Govt disburses ₦101.9m to victims of Nkalaha gunmen attack

The Ebonyi State Government has disbursed ₦101.9 million to victims of the February 2, 2025, unknown gunmen attack in Nkalaha, read more Ebonyi Govt disburses ₦101.9m to victims of Nkalaha gunmen attack

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11 h. ago Aspira partners LAWMA to empower sanitation workers in Lagos

underscores long-standing commitment to hygiene, public health Aspira Nigeria Limited, manufacturer of a range of home and personal care products read more Aspira partners LAWMA to empower sanitation workers in Lagos

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14 h. ago Cross River Gov’t Blames Social Media Influencers For Prolonged Conflict In Communities

Cross River State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dr Erasmus Ekpang has blamed social media influencers escalated report of the communal clash between Iso-Bendeghe and Boje communities in Boki local government area of the State. Ekpang stated this on Thursday in Calabar while answering questions from LEADERSHIP correspondent. The Commissioner, who spoke ahead of August […]

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18 h. ago Zamfara: MSF warns of more deaths as Cholera outbreak spreads

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), has raised alarm over the escalating cholera outbreak in Zamfara State, warning that without urgent intervention, more lives could be lost. The organisation reported over 1,500 suspected cholera cases from mid-June to early August 2025 in three Ministry of Health (MoH) facilities […] The post Zamfara: MSF warns of more deaths as Cholera outbreak spreads appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Federal Gov’t Targets 60% Female Participation In New Skills Scheme

The Federal Government has announced a new national skills programme aimed at connecting 20 million young Nigerians to jobs, training, and entrepreneurship opportunities by 2030, with at least 60 per cent of beneficiaries expected to be women. This is just as Vice President Kashim Shettima has assumed the chairmanship position of the reactivated Board of […]

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18 h. ago Father Of Murdered Kogi Photojournalist Dies 21 Days After Son’s Killing

Chief James Aiyepeku, the father of Ayobami Aiyepeku, a photojournalist who was brutally murdered on July 22, 2025, in Kogi State has passed away. The deceased passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, after suffering a stroke, reportedly triggered by the shock of his son’s gruesome murder. Speaking with our Correspondent at the family residence […]

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20 h. ago Kano govt trains over 72 public secondary school teachers on modern fish farming

Tribune Online Kano govt trains over 72 public secondary school teachers on modern fish farming The Kano state Govt has commenced training for over 72 secondary school teachers on modern fish farming to ensure step-down training for students across the state. Kano govt trains over 72 public secondary school teachers on modern fish farming Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Double tragedy as father of slain Kogi photojournalist slumps, dies

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja It was a double tragedy for the Aiyepeku family as the head of the family, Chief James Aiyepeku, father of Ayobami Aiyepeku, a photojournalist who was murdered on July 22 in Kogi State, slumped and died. Chief Aiyepeku died on Tuesday, August 12, as a result of a stroke, reportedly triggered […] The post Double tragedy as father of slain Kogi photojournalist slumps, dies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Insecurity: Niger govt announces plans for reopening of schools in affected LGs

Tribune Online Insecurity: Niger govt announces plans for reopening of schools in affected LGs Niger State Government has announced its plans for the reopening of public schools in local government areas significantly Insecurity: Niger govt announces plans for reopening of schools in affected LGs Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Keffi Jailbreak: Governor Sule Decries Congestion At Facility

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has called for expeditious action on cases awaiting trial at the Keffi Medium Correctional Centre. Governor Sule made the call when he visited the facility on Wednesday, following a jailbreak where 16 inmates escaped. Our correspondent gathered that most of the inmates awaiting trial in the facility are those whose […]

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23 h. ago 1,500 Escaped Inmates Recaptured In 15 Years, Over 7,200 Still At Large

It is no longer news that over the last 15 years, Nigeria’s correctional system has witnessed a troubling wave of prison breaks, resulting in the escape of over 7,200 inmates. LEADERSHIP can now exclusively report that only about 1,500 of those escapees have been recaptured, raising grave questions about national security, prison infrastructure, and the […]

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26 h. ago SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning

Tribune Online SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning TOWARDS enhancing access to quality contraceptive services across the state, the Ogun State government, in collaboration with the Society for Family Health (SFH) DISC project, has organized a refresher training for health secretaries and reproductive health coordinators across the 20 local government areas of the state. The Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Primary Healthcare […] SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Mystery of pains: Onwuchekwa to unveil secrets of aches of head, low back at UNIPORT inaugural lecture

Thursday, August 21, 2025, is Prof. Regina Chinwe Onwuchekwa’s day with history. On that day, the erudite scholar from Akokwa in Ideato North Local Government, Imo State will dazzle an array of academics and students of the University of Port Harcourt (Uniport), as well as other invited guests, with rare medical revelations when she delivers […] The post Mystery of pains: Onwuchekwa to unveil secrets of aches of head, low back at UNIPORT inaugural lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Hepatitis, silent viral disease on the prowl in Nigeria —Dr Bojuwoye

Tribune Online Hepatitis, silent viral disease on the prowl in Nigeria —Dr Bojuwoye Dr Matthew Olumuyiwa Bojuwoye, a consultant gastroenterologist at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital and associate professor of medicine at the University of Ilorin, in this interview with SADE OGUNTOLA, he speaks to viral hepatitis, a major cause of liver cancer, that many people are not aware of or how best, to stay protected from […] Hepatitis, silent viral disease on the prowl in Nigeria —Dr Bojuwoye Tribune Online

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28 h. ago EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out

By Adebowale Johnson A non-governmental, non-profit and advocacy organization based in the United States, Tilova For Africa (TFA), has decried the increasing number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, urging government to act swiftly to arrest the ugly situation. While primary education is officially free and compulsory, in the country many children, especially in the northern […] The post EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out-of-school children, vanity projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt

Tribune Online New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt The new Tenancy Bill currently under consideration by the Lagos State House Assembly will ensure a full protection of both tenants and landlords as well as reduce inhibitions to mass housing development for private investors. New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt Tribune Online

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34 h. ago Keffi Jail Break: Gov Sule Decries Congestion, Provides Mattresses To Inmates

  Nasarawa State governor, Engr Abdullahi Sule has called for expedited action on cases of those awaiting trial at the Keffi Medium Correctional Centre, Nasarawa State. Governor Sule made the call when he visited the facility on Wednesday following a jail break where 16 inmates escaped. Our correspondent gathered that most of the inmates awaiting […]

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35 h. ago Federal Gov’t Approves ₦142bn For Bus Terminals In 6 Geopolitical Zones

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the construction of modern bus terminals in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones at a total cost of ₦142,028,576,008.17. Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, announced this while briefing State House correspondents after Wednesday’s FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Alkali said the contract was […]

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