3 h. ago 50% electricity subsidy: FG delays implementation as hospitals operate in darkness

In August 2024, the Federal Government approved a 50 per cent subsidy for electricity consumed in public hospitals. Six months after, PUNCH Healthwise investigation shows that delay in implementing the policy is denying patients access to quality healthcare as hospitals struggle to pay crushing energy bills, SODIQ OJUROUNGBE reports When the former Minister of State Read More

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4 h. ago Stakeholders fault N’Assembly’s move on 60 new FMCs, say existing hospitals struggling

Following the 10th National Assembly’s proposal to establish over 60 new national hospitals and federal medical centres across the country, stakeholders in the health sector have asked the government to focus on funding and refurbishing existing hospitals. In exclusive interviews with PUNCH Healthwise, the leading health professionals stated that while having more tertiary hospitals was Read More

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7 h. ago Sabinus’ Wife Expresses Gratitude As She Earns Master’s Degree With Distinction

Ciana Chapman, wife of popular skit maker Sabinus, has received congratulatory messages after earning a master’s degree in International Business. On Saturday, Ciana shared her experiences on Instagram, highlighting the struggles she faced during her academic journey and describing it as tough. Ciana appreciated her close associates for their constant support and shared her excitement […] The post Sabinus’ Wife Expresses Gratitude As She Earns Master’s Degree With Distinction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Manpower struggles: Russia sending wounded soldiers on crutches to frontline 

Tribune Online Manpower struggles: Russia sending wounded soldiers on crutches to frontline  The use of injured soldiers highlights Moscow’s attempts to manage its manpower crisis without resorting to a wider mobilisation, which could provoke backlash from Russia’s urban middle classes.  Manpower struggles: Russia sending wounded soldiers on crutches to frontline  Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Road safety officers’ wives warn against scooping fuel from fallen tanker

The Road Safety Officers’ Wives Association, on Saturday, urged Nigerians to desist from rushing to scoop fuel from fallen petroleum tankers, warning that it is a deadly act that must be discouraged. The President of ROSOWA, Dr Nefisat Shehu-Mohammed, made the call at a send-forth ceremony in honour of her predecessor, Hajiya Aisha Ladi-Biu, in Read More

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18 h. ago Mohbad: “I’m Most Bullied Widow In Nigeria Right Now” — Wunmi Aloba Shares Her Struggles

Omowunmi Aloba, the widow of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, has shared more about her relationship with his family. She also spoke on the demand for a paternity test on their son, Liam, and the ongoing fight for justice for her late husband. Speaking on TVC’s Your View programme on Friday, Wunmi […] The post Mohbad: “I’m Most Bullied Widow In Nigeria Right Now” — Wunmi Aloba Shares Her Struggles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Southampton vs Brighton: Saints boss sends strong message to Onuachu, Aribo

Southampton head coach, Ivan Juric, has set demands for Super Eagles stars, Paul Onuachu and Joe Ayodele-Aribo, as he wants his side to step up against Brighton and Hove Albion, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian duo found the back of the net in Juric’s only win since taking charge of the Saints late last year. Juric […] The post Southampton vs Brighton: Saints boss sends strong message to Onuachu, Aribo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Long school hours, heavy homework drain children amid exploitative fees

For many Nigerian parents, the pursuit of quality education for their children has become a frustrating struggle. The soaring costs of non-reusable textbooks, extended school hours, excessive homework, and exploitative fees, for them, appear to be a conspiracy designed to drain their resources. CHIJIOKE IREMEKA reports on the growing outrage among parents amid calls for Read More

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39 h. ago Blind vice principal, wife struggle to teach 363 students in Abia school

The Vice Principal of Ozuitem Community Secondary School in Abia State, despite being visually impaired, reportedly single-handedly teaches students in the absence of teachers, education activist and CEO of Educare, Alex Onyia, revealed. Onyia, in a video and post on Friday via X, said he was moved to tears after witnessing the blind vice principal Read More

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41 h. ago “Mohbad Was Responsible Husband, Never A Drug Addict” – Wunmi Aloba

Wunmi Aloba, the widow of late Nigerian singer Mohbad, has shared her deep sorrow over his death, while clarifying misconceptions, including allegations about him being an addict. During a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Wunmi spoke about her late husband’s life and struggles, sharing that she feels God “cheated” him by allowing his […] The post “Mohbad Was Responsible Husband, Never A Drug Addict” – Wunmi Aloba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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49 h. ago N13.7tn Federation Account revenue withheld by NNPCL – FAAC report

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has withheld a staggering N13.763tn in revenue from the Federal Government, exacerbating struggles to fund the national budget. This is according to documents obtained from the Federal Accounts Allocation Committee following its January 2025 meeting on Wednesday. This amount covering a period between 2012 and 2024 has significantly impacted Read More

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59 h. ago PHOTOS: Tragedy in Yobe as school building collapses, students injured

A tragic incident occurred at the Government Girls Science Technical College along Gombe Road in Potiskum, Yobe State. The Nigerian Television Authority on Thursday reported that a building housing classrooms suddenly collapsed during school hours, leaving several female students injured and one dead. “The structure caved in without warning, sending debris crashing down on students Read More

Culture

3 d. ago Prime office occupancy shrinks as developers rethink options

The prime office space segment of the real estate market is struggling with shrinking occupancy levels that have left developers read more Prime office occupancy shrinks as developers rethink options

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3 d. ago ‘I might not make it this time’, Pope Francis confides in aides

Pope Francis, 88, on Wednesday reportedly confided in his aides that he fears he “might not make it this time” as he struggles with double-lung pneumonia, The Times of India reported. The Pope is currently receiving treatment at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he was admitted on February 14 after battling bronchitis for a week. Initially Read More

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3 d. ago Outrage Trails Trump’s Social Media Rant Against Ukraine’s Zelenskyy

US President Donald Trump has come under severe criticisms after he escalated his attacks on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calling him a “dictator” and saying he “better move fast” on a deal to end the war with Russia. Trump on Wednesday expressed dismay that “a modestly successful comedian Volodymyr Zelensky, talked the United States of […]

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3 d. ago Russian wealth fund predicts US companies will return in 2025

Tribune Online Russian wealth fund predicts US companies will return in 2025 Russia’s sovereign wealth fund expects several U.S. companies to return to the Russian market as early as the second quarter of 2025.  The fund’s chief, Kirill Dmitriev, said this following the highest-level U.S.-Russia meeting since the Ukraine war began. When President Vladimir Putin ordered troops into Ukraine in 2022, numerous Western companies, including McDonald’s and […] Russian wealth fund predicts US companies will return in 2025 Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Traders lose N20bn as intersociety seeks end to siege on Onitsha bridge head market

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Foremost civil rights group, the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety), has called on the authorities of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to withdraw the hired soldiers of the Nigerian Army from the Onitsha Drug Market and five adjoining markets without […] The post Traders lose N20bn as intersociety seeks end to siege on Onitsha bridge head market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Invictus Games: Wounded Nigerian Soldiers Return From Canada With 6 Medals

Nigerian Military delegation to the Invictus Games 2025 which held in Vancouver, Canada, has returned to Nigeria with six medals despite visa denial to the rest of the contigent by the Canadian High Commission. The athletes are personnel who were injured on the battlefield while defending the country. The team was welcomed at Defence Headquarters […]

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3 d. ago Zelensky Accuses Trump Of Spreading Disinformation On Ukraine War

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused United States Donald Trump of repeating disinformation. The accusation comes just one day after the President Trump allegedly accused Ukraine falsely of starting the war with Russia. Zelensky, while speaking to reporters in Kyiv, pushed back on several claims Trump made on Tuesday. “Unfortunately, President Trump – I have […]

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3 d. ago Davies’ Late Goal Sends Bayern Munich To Champions League’s Round Of 16

Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies snatched a last-gasp equaliser against Celtic for a 1-1 draw on Tuesday to advance to the Champions League Round of 16 with a 3-2 aggregate win. Davies scored in stoppage time after Nicolas Kuhn, a former Bayern reserve player, put the visitors ahead after 63 minutes. The Bavarians, 2-1 winners in […]

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