4 h. ago Natasha’s recall petition fails to meet constitutional requirements – INEC

The petition seeking the recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing the Kogi Central Senatorial District, has failed to meet the constitutional requirements outlined in Section 69(a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended). The Independent National Electoral Commission made this announcement on Thursday via its official X handle. The commission Read More

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4 h. ago UPDATED: Natasha’s recall petition fails to meet constitutional requirements – INEC

The petition seeking the recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing the Kogi Central Senatorial District, has failed to meet the constitutional requirements outlined in Section 69(a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999. The Independent National Electoral Commission made this announcement on Thursday via its official X handle. The statement was signed Read More

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4 h. ago Natasha’s recall petition fails to meet constitutional requirements – INEC

The petition seeking the recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing the Kogi Central Senatorial District, has failed to meet the constitutional requirements outlined in Section 69(a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999. The Independent National Electoral Commission made this announcement on Thursday via its official X handle. The statement was signed Read More

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5 h. ago Tinubu approves N20bn for NASRDA to implement space regulation

The National Space Research and Development Agency is set to implement its space regulation and licensing mandate with a N20bn take-off fund approved by President Bola Tinubu. The Director-General of NASRDA, Dr Matthew Adepoju, said this on Thursday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja. Adepoju said the regulatory function of Read More

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7 h. ago Doctor Asks Court To Bar AG’s Firm From Representing Company In Land Dispute

A medical doctor, Ojo Ademola, has urged a Lagos State High Court in Ikeja to stop the law firm of the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro (SAN), from representing Starmark Finance Company Limited in a land ownership dispute. Dr Ademola is seeking a court order to compel the law firm to […]

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8 h. ago Reproductive Health: Preserving Fertility For Cancer Survivors

For many cancer survivors, the joy of overcoming the disease is often overshadowed by concerns about fertility loss due to aggressive treatments like chemotherapy and radiation. However, advancements in reproductive health are providing new hope, ensuring that survival does not mean the end of the dream of motherhood. The Medical Director of Nordica Fertility Centre, […]

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8 h. ago Dr. Simon Honored for Contributions To Sustainable Infrastructure Dev’t

Dr. Simon Ofori Ametepey, a renowned construction engineer, project manager, and sustainability expert, has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to sustainable infrastructure development by the GreenBuild Company Ghana. With over 18 years of experience in Ghana’s construction industry and academia, Dr. Ametepey continues to shape the future of sustainable infrastructure through research, leadership, and […]

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9 h. ago Fed Polytechnic Ayede matriculates 574 students, seeks more intervention on infrastructure

Tribune Online Fed Polytechnic Ayede matriculates 574 students, seeks more intervention on infrastructure THE Federal Polytechnic Ayede, Oyo State, has matriculated a total of 574 students into its 12 National Diploma (ND) programmes and called for more support to develop infrastructure at its permanent campus.  The Rector, Dr. Taofeek Adekunle Abdul-Hameed, who made the call while speaking at the institution’s 2024/2025 matriculation ceremony, held at its temporary site […] Fed Polytechnic Ayede matriculates 574 students, seeks more intervention on infrastructure Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Metal poisoning: Sokoto warns against patronising native doctors

The Sokoto State Government has expressed concern over the use of harmful traditional practices in treating metal poisoning cases. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Abubakar Wurno, condemned the practice of making incisions on patients’ stomachs as a form of treatment and called for its immediate cessation. Speaking during the presentation of government-supplied drugs for metal Read More

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14 h. ago Burkina Faso’s new duty threatens Nigeria’s export market –SEREC

By Steve Agbota Nigeria’s export market faces a new hurdle as Burkina Faso imposes a fresh duty, a move that could disrupt trade flows and increase costs for Nigerian exporters, the Sea Empowerment Research Centre (SEREC) has warned. The head of research at SEREC, Fwdr Eugene Nweke, in a statement, pointed out that the duty […] The post Burkina Faso’s new duty threatens Nigeria’s export market –SEREC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Pecan Trust, She Leads Africa empower 200 female entrepreneurs

Tribune Online Pecan Trust, She Leads Africa empower 200 female entrepreneurs Pecan Trust Microfinance Bank continues to stand at the forefront of women’s empowerment by sponsoring the She Leads Africa Business Boost Lab, an initiative designed to equip women entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge needed to build successful businesses. Pecan Trust, She Leads Africa empower 200 female entrepreneurs Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Healthcare federation seeks implementation of waiver on pharmaceutical products

The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria has called on the Nigeria Customs Service to ensure the full implementation of the duty and VAT waivers on pharmaceutical raw materials by issuing circulars to all relevant Zonal Offices and Area Commands. Recently, the Federal Government implemented a two-year import duty and VAT waiver on pharmaceutical raw materials. This Read More

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20 h. ago UPDATED: Tribunal dismisses PDP, Ighodalo’s petition, affirms Okpebholo as Edo governor

Tribune Online UPDATED: Tribunal dismisses PDP, Ighodalo’s petition, affirms Okpebholo as Edo governor The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja on Wednesday, dismissed petitions filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Action Alliance (AA) and Accord Party (AP) seeking to nullify the election of Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as Edo state governor. In dismissing the petition by the PDP and […] UPDATED: Tribunal dismisses PDP, Ighodalo’s petition, affirms Okpebholo as Edo governor Tribune Online

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20 h. ago APC faults Peter Obi, insists Tinubu’s achievements undeniable

The All Progressives Congress has asserted that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has achieved unquestionable success, rendering validation from the opposition unnecessary. In a statement released on Wednesday, APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, dismissed the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi’s claims of superior governance as “hysterical.” Obi, during an appearance on Arise Television’s Read More

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21 h. ago Autism: Stakeholders seek more awareness, end to stigmatisation

Stakeholders on Wednesday called for greater awareness and a stronger stance against the stigmatisation of Autism Spectrum Disorder. They made this known in Abuja at the 2025 ‘Shine your light autism spectrum conference, themed, “Navigating autism with understanding in Africa,” organised by Ike Foundation for Autism in commemoration of the World Autism Awareness Day. World Read More

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23 h. ago UPDATED: Edo tribunal upholds Okpebholo’s election, dismisses Ighodalo’s petition

The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja on Wednesday affirmed Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress as the valid winner of the September 21 governorship election. In a unanimous judgment, the three-member panel led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi dismissed the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party and its candidate, Asuerime Ighodalo. Read More

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24 h. ago VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after alleged denial of treatment over N500,000 deposit

Tribune Online VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after alleged denial of treatment over N500,000 deposit A distressing video captured the expectant mother inside a car, visibly weak, as her husband desperately tried to keep her conscious. VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after alleged denial of treatment over N500,000 deposit Tribune Online

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25 h. ago VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after allegedly being denied treatment over ₦500,000 deposit

A pregnant woman in labour has tragically passed away after allegedly being denied treatment at a hospital due to her inability to pay a ₦500,000 deposit. The heartbreaking ordeal was first shared on Instagram in February by her husband, Akinbobola Folajimi, and recently gained widespread attention on X, formerly known as Twitter. In the video, Read More

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26 h. ago Sokoto govt moves to end traditional practices in metal poisoning treatment

Tribune Online Sokoto govt moves to end traditional practices in metal poisoning treatment The Sokoto State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Faruk Wurno, has strongly condemned the use of harmful traditional practices in treating metal poisoning, particularly the dangerous methods employed by local barbers. Dr. Wurno criticized the practice of making incisions on patients’ stomachs as a treatment for metal poisoning, calling for an immediate end to such procedures. […] Sokoto govt moves to end traditional practices in metal poisoning treatment Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Researcher identifies safer alternatives for Alzheimer’s treatment

A Nigerian researcher, Isreal Onifade, has identified plant compounds that could help in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Onifade’s study found that certain plant alkaloids can block β-secretase, an enzyme linked to the buildup of harmful plaques in the brain. These plaques, he said in a statement he signed on Wednesday, are a major cause Read More

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