Sokoto: The Sokoto State government has warned residents of Tureta Local Government Area against seeking treatment from local barbers for suspected cases of metal poisoning. Dr Faruk Abubakar, the State Commissioner for Health, issued the warning while presenting government-provided drugs for patients at General Hospital, Tureta. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Dr Abubakar, represented […]
Day: April 3, 2025
Nigeria’s Water Crisis: Beyond Rising Budget Allocations
Abuja: By many accounts, dearth of potable water has exacerbated economic challenges and fuelled the spread of waterborne diseases like typhoid and cholera. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reports a 220 per cent increase in suspected cholera cases in Nigeria in 2024. With Nigeria’s population exceeding 200 […]
Made in Aba: A Changing Perception
Abuja: The catchlines ‘Aba-Made’ and ‘Made-in-Aba’, no doubt, are household expressions in Nigeria, depicting Aba’s craftsmanship and manufacturing prowess. From textile to leather products (shoes and bags), cosmetics, trunk boxes, and steel fabrications, among others, Aba has carved a niche for itself as a commercial and industrial hub. Daily, businessmen from across Nigeria, West Africa, […]
Niger Delta Sports Festival Opens, Tinubu Highlights Sports as Catalyst for Development
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the role of sports as a tool for youth development and economic growth during the inauguration of the inaugural Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) in Uyo. The event, organized by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to mark its 25th anniversary, underscores the commission’s focus on leveraging sports for […]
Commonwealth Urged to Address Slavery Reparations
Lagos: As a new secretary-general takes the helm of the Commonwealth, discussions arise regarding the organization’s modern relevance. Critics often label it as outdated, yet its continued expansion suggests otherwise. Shared language and legal systems make trade amongst member nations more efficient, suggesting an inherent value in the association. According to News Agency of Nigeria, […]