3 h. ago Prolonged pregnancy, not genetics, is the reason for most cases of stillbirth —Prof Olayemi

Professor Oladapo Olayemi, a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at University College Hospital, Ibadan, in this interview with Sade Oguntola, speaks to conditions that lead to stillbirths, those who are vulnerable and how best to prevent them in Nigeria. What is stillbirth, and how common is it in Nigeria? Basically, there are two types of stillbirth. […]

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8 h. ago Ogun Speaker urges wealthy Nigerians to emulate Dangote on job creation

Ogun Speaker urges wealthy Nigerians to emulate Aliko Dangote’s job creation efforts to tackle unemployment and reduce the ‘japa’ syndrome in the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-speaker-urges-wealthy-nigerians-to-emulate-dangote-on-job-creation/

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10 h. ago Accessible AI iBook set to redefine Nigeria’s learning experience

A significant step toward modernising education, strengthening teaching, and empowering millions of learners nationwide with high-quality digital tools has been taken by Accessible Publishers Ltd with the launch of its first AI-powered digital textbook designed specifically for Nigerian schools. The Accessible iBook, created by Ibadan-based Accessible Publishers Ltd and led by its forward-thinking Chairman/CEO, Mr […]

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12 h. ago NAF Pilots, Soldiers’ Detention In Burkina Faso Resolved, Crew To Return Soon — FG

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, says the two government also considered avenues for deepening bilateral relations and strengthening integration within the regional bloc. The post NAF Pilots, Soldiers’ Detention In Burkina Faso Resolved, Crew To Return Soon — FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Catholic sisters seek intervention over Niger school abduction

The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles appeal for global intervention in the Niger school abduction, where 165 students and staff remain in captivity. Read More: https://punchng.com/catholic-sisters-seek-intervention-over-niger-school-abduction/

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14 h. ago Ogun CJ frees 356 inmates in two years, warns against prolonged detention

Ogun State’s Chief Judge leads jail delivery exercises, resulting in the release of 356 inmates to tackle prolonged pre-trial detention and prison congesti Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-cj-frees-356-inmates-in-two-years-warns-against-prolonged-detention/

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15 h. ago Rivers funds intact, rose to N600bn during emergency rule — Fubara

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said the state’s treasury remained intact during the period of emergency rule, disclosing that he left over

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16 h. ago CAN condemns ‘Dirty Christmas’ film, calls for review, apology

The association said creativity should foster understanding and unity rather than provoke or offend deeply held religious beliefs....

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18 h. ago Insecurity: FG moves to strengthen early warning, response system

The Nigerian government is strengthening its conflict prevention framework and early warning and response system to address persistent security challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-fg-moves-to-strengthen-early-warning-response-system/

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21 h. ago What Nigerians should do after US visa restrictions — Shehu Sani

Tribune Online reports that United States President, Donald Trump, approved the expanded travel restrictions under a new proclamation aimed at strengthening national security and public safety.

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22 h. ago Why Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Osun residents are facing prolonged power outages — IBEDC

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has explained the reason behind the prolonged and intermittent power outages being experienced by customers across Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Ibadan and Osun states.

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23 h. ago Continental Reinsurance Holdings’ financial strength reaffirmed by AM Best

announces relocation to Botswana Continental Reinsurance Holdings Limited has announced that AM Best has reaffirmed the company’s financial strength rating read more Continental Reinsurance Holdings’ financial strength reaffirmed by AM Best

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23 h. ago Motorists Flood MRS Filling Station In Lagos After Reducing Fuel Price To N739/litre, PETROAN kicks

Some MRS filling stations in Lagos on Tuesday dropped the price of petrol to N739 per litre, triggering long queues of vehicles seeking to buy the commodity at the outlets. The Punch visited parts of Lagos and Ogun states, and observed that the MRS filling station in Alapere recorded a large turnout of buyers, many […] The post Motorists Flood MRS Filling Station In Lagos After Reducing Fuel Price To N739/litre, PETROAN kicks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Why malaria persists in Nigeria despite $1bn spent annually — NIMR

Despite spending more than $1 billion every year on drugs, insecticide-treated nets, diagnostics, and public health campaigns, malaria remains deeply read more Why malaria persists in Nigeria despite $1bn spent annually — NIMR

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28 h. ago Olanipekun calls for unity among traditional rulers in South

Chief Wole Olanipekun urges the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, to champion Yoruba rulers unity and foster a single identity in the region. Read More: https://punchng.com/olanipekun-calls-for-unity-among-traditional-rulers-in-south-west/

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37 h. ago BREAKING: Trump expands US travel restrictions, adds Nigeria, others

The White House said the restrictions are designed to be country-specific and reversible, encouraging affected governments to improve information sharing, strengthen civil documentation systems and...

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38 h. ago PenCom details N758bn pension disbursement as reforms strengthen retirement security, fiscal credibility

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has provided a detailed breakdown of the N757.9 billion, rounded up to N758 billion, disbursed read more PenCom details N758bn pension disbursement as reforms strengthen retirement security, fiscal credibility

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38 h. ago Labour Party says Ogun gov’s N1.68tn 2026 budget unsustainable

The Labour Party criticizes Governor Dapo Abiodun’s proposed ₦1.68tn 2026 Ogun State budget, calling it unsustainable and harmful to the state’s economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/labour-party-says-ogun-govs-n1-68tn-2026-budget-unsustainable/

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41 h. ago DMO urges states to follow fiscal responsibility rules in borrowing

The Debt Management Office (DMO) has called on state governments to strengthen compliance with borrowing laws and adopt responsible debt read more DMO urges states to follow fiscal responsibility rules in borrowing

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42 h. ago Australia considers stricter gun laws after Bondi Beach mass shooting

The Australian government is planning to strengthen its firearm regulations after Bondi Beach terror attack, the country’s most significant mass shooting in

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