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Over six million Nigerians with diabetes are at risk due to rising healthcare costs. Economic challenges, including fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange issues, have made insulin and treatment unaffordable for many. The Diabetes Association of Nigeria calls for government intervention to...
A man in Zimbabwe was cornered and flogged by angry husbands after being accused of having affairs with their wives. The incident, filmed and shared on social media, sparked outrage, with many calling for police intervention. The attack raises questions about the growing issue of marital...
Nigerian doctor and artist Fola David-Tolaram has set a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest drawing by an individual, spanning 1,004.7 m². His artwork, The Unity of Diversity, celebrates Nigeria's culture and was completed in six days at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. Dr. Fola...
A Ugandan TikToker faces a potential seven-year prison sentence after posting a video critical of President Yoweri Museveni. Emmanuel Nabugodi’s conviction for “hate speech” reflects Uganda’s strict policies against public dissent. The case highlights growing concerns over freedom of expression...
The remains of former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, were transported from Lagos to Abuja in a solemn military procession. Dignitaries, military personnel, and family gathered at Murtala Muhammed Airport to honor his legacy, with a final salute marking the departure of his...
Betty Akeredolu, widow of former Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, faces public criticism after calling Nigeria a “zoo country” in a social media post comparing Nigeria’s election process to that of the U.S. Her remarks have sparked backlash, with many questioning her loyalty and respect for...
Zimbabwe's female football team faced controversy after their photos went viral, sparking debate over the players' gender. Social media users questioned their authenticity, with some calling for medical examinations. The debate highlights the ongoing issue of gender verification in sports...
University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan faces disconnection from the national grid due to a N400 million debt. Despite previous promises to clear the arrears, the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) disconnected UCH after failed payments. IBEDC emphasizes the need for timely...
The University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan faces a 17-day blackout due to unpaid bills, leaving nurses reliant on phone flashlights for critical tasks. This power outage has disrupted essential medical services, sparking protests from patients and families amid a healthcare crisis tied to...
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana criticized FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s decision to provide housing for judges, calling it a potential conflict of interest given Wike’s active court cases. Falana insists that judge housing should be managed by the National Judicial Council, underscoring the...
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