The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) says trafficking in persons and irregular migration are now endemic across the 774 local government areas in Nigeria. This is contained in a statement on Saturday by Ganiu Aganran, NAPTIP Zonal Commander in Benin. Aganran stated this on Friday during a courtesy visit by…
By Lara Adejoro The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has recorded 214 confirmed cases of Lassa fever, and 39 deaths from December 30, 2024, to January 19, 2025, in 10 states across 43 local government areas. The centre also reported 843 suspected cases with a case fatality rate of 18.2 per cent, according…
By Gift Habib The United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, has urged nations, including Nigeria, to take bold and ambitious steps to combat climate change. This was contained in a statement signed by the National Information Officer, United Nations Information Centre, Oluseyi Soremekun, on Monday. Mohammed, who spoke during her two-day official visit to Nigeria,…
By Soni Daniel Nigeria admitted on Thursday that its bilateral cooperation with the People’s Republic of China has produced significant results across various sectors, including trade, investment, infrastructure development, and cultural exchange. Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, made the confirmation while receiving the Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Abuja. Tuggar acknowledged China’s impressive…
By Nkiruka Nnorom The latest Henley Passport Index has ranked Nigeria’s passport 94th out of 199 countries, underscoring the country’s persistent challenges in global mobility. The ranking released yesterday shows that holders of Nigerian passports can access just 46 destinations around the globe without a visa. Global mobility is an important measure of soft power…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has named Eric Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles. In a statement released on Tuesday, the NFF confirmed the appointment of the 47-year-old Malian tactician. The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee for the appointment…
The Ahmadu Bello University Teaching University (ABUTH) Zaria is set to commence kidney transplant surgeries in 2025 towards bringing relief to patients with kidney failure and reversing medical tourism. Prof. Ahmed Umdagas, Chief Medical Director of the hospital, made this known in an interview with Newsmen on Sunday in Zaria. Umdagas said the Urology Centre…
Rapper OG Maco, born Benedict Ihesiba Jr., has passed away at 32, weeks after being hospitalised. His family confirmed his death on Instagram on Dec. 27, calling his life “a testament to resilience, creativity, and boundless love.” They added, “While we grieve this immense loss, we also celebrate the extraordinary life he lived.” On Dec….
By Lara Adejoro The National Emergency Management Agency in collaboration with various stakeholders, has welcomed the second batch of Nigerian returnees from Niger at the Immigration Training School on Airport Road, Kano. This was disclosed on the agency’s X handle on Monday. “The group, totalling 392 individuals, arrived at approximately 3:05 PM. The returnees were…
The 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Award took center stage on Monday night, with the best talents in African football emerging winners. The prestigious event, held in the vibrant city of Marrakesh, Morocco, celebrated outstanding achievements across the continent. Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman claimed the spotlight as he succeeded his compatriot and teammate Victor Osimhen…
