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The Nigerian federal government has approved a 50% electricity subsidy for public hospitals to enhance healthcare services. Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa announced this initiative during the commissioning of projects at the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital and National Eye Centre in Kaduna...
Over 650 Nigerian students at ESM University in Benin Republic have appealed to President Bola Tinubu for help after the Federal Government derecognized their university. They face the potential loss of years of study and financial investment due to a ban on certificates from foreign...
A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a lawsuit against #EndBadGovernance protesters due to a lack of prosecution—the case, filed by 17 Nigerians, aimed to halt protests for violating their fundamental rights. The absence of plaintiffs and defendants led to the termination of the suit. A...
Afe Babalola, Chancellor of Afe Babalola University, criticizes the Nigerian government's age limit for WASSCE, NECO, and university admissions. He argues that the policy hinders young talent and calls for greater university autonomy in admitting exceptional students, regardless of age, to...
The Federal Ministry of Health has invoked the "No Work, No Pay" policy against the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) in response to their recent strike. NARD's protest centers on the abduction of Dr. Ganiyat Popoola-Olawale, as the government urges dialogue to resolve ongoing...
The FCCPC has given traders and market stakeholders a one-month deadline to reduce inflated prices. The directive follows widespread complaints about exploitative pricing practices. Market stakeholders cite high transportation costs, multiple taxes, and other factors as challenges. The public...
A diphtheria outbreak in Kano State has tragically claimed over 40 lives, mostly children. The Infectious Disease Hospital is overwhelmed with patients due to inadequate local healthcare facilities. The State Hospital Management Board is holding an emergency meeting to address the crisis as...
Kwara cleric Yahya Nafiu seeks financial help after his wife reportedly gave birth to 11 babies in Benin Republic. Two babies died, leaving nine survivors. Nafiu is struggling to cover medical expenses and marriage rites and is appealing for assistance from the public and government. A...
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) uncovered 72 illegal refineries across Rivers, Delta, and Abia states within a week. The crackdown led to the arrest of 42 suspects, interception of stolen crude, and discovery of multiple illegal oil connections, highlighting ongoing...
Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), completed his questioning at the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) headquarters in Abuja concerning allegations related to terrorism financing and cybercrime. He was accompanied by notable figures and intends to speak to the media...
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