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Naijacentral NaijacentralIn June, Tinubu approved the sale of crude oil to the Dangote Refinery in naira, a move that is geared towards crashing the prices of domestically refined petroleum products
Naijacentral NaijacentralThe British Broadcasting Corporation, citing a coroner, reported in 2023 that the deceased had not been provided with sufficient information to assess the risks associated with the BBL surgery before travelling for the procedure.
Naijacentral NaijacentralAjaero who arrived at exactly 10:17 am, left at 11.17 am after writing his statement did not speak with the media at the IRT headquarters but only smiled
Naijacentral NaijacentralThe presiding Chief Magistrate, Nelson Egbo, ordered that the defendant be remanded in Enugu Maximum Custodial Centre, and adjourned the case until September 20, 2024, for further hearing.
Naijacentral Naijacentral“However, passengers of both buses reportedly suffered various degrees of injuries and were all taken to the nearest hospital before the arrival of the Agency’s Response Team,” he said.
He added that two tow trucks were deployed to remove the damaged buses from the road, ensuring a smooth flow of traffic.
Naijacentral NaijacentralThe Agency is a responsible regulator and does not make general statements capable of causing panic and fear in the population.
“Any baker found to be using unapproved food additives, in this case, saccharine, is appropriately sanctioned in line with the extant regulatory provisions.
Naijacentral NaijacentralThe Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, who declared the conference open, expressed happiness that the conference was held in Akwa Ibom and commended the COAS for the “purposeful direction he has given to Nigerian Army towards meeting its constitutional responsibility,” noting that the Army was constantly innovating, deepening its competence and professionalism.
Eno, therefore, pledged the state government’s readiness to lend all necessary support to enable the establishment of the proposed Army base in the state as well as other logistics.
Naijacentral NaijacentralPraising the recipients for their resilience and determination, she called for collaborative efforts to create a Nigeria where women are equipped to succeed, and where small businesses can flourish as engines of national prosperity.
The First Lady commended the wife of the governor of Abia State, Mrs Otti, who is the coordinator of the programme in the state for making it a reality, particularly for her effort in identifying the traders in the state.
She said, “The grants provided today are intended to help our women overcome business challenges, expand their enterprises, create jobs, and contribute more robustly to our national economy.
“The beneficiaries are the heart of our local economies, the foundation of our communities, and the unsung heroes of our nation. Today, we celebrate their hard work and perseverance.”
In a remark, Mrs Otti lauded Mrs Tinubu for being a beacon of hope and support to Nigerian women.
In their respective remarks at the occasion, the deputy governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, and the Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection, Mrs. Blessing Ngozi Felix, commended the Renewed Hope Initiative for its dedication to humanity and urged the women to make the most of this life-changing support.
The event marked the symbolic presentation of the N50 million to the beneficiaries, rekindling hope.
Naijacentral NaijacentralSpeaking exclusively with Healthwise, the NARD president explained that one of the major ways the disease could be transmitted was through crowds within hospitals, stressing that if someone with the disease visits the hospital, others can be at risk.
His call for crowd control at hospitals comes as the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention announced that the country had recorded a total of 40 confirmed cases of mpox out of 830 suspected cases in the country.
Mpox has continued to spread in Africa and some parts of Europe with cases reported in several countries.
Recently, the Africa Centre for Disease Control declared a public health emergency over the growing mpox outbreak on the continent.
The outbreak has swept through several African countries, particularly the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The World Health Organisation stressed that the emergence last year and rapid spread of a new virus strain in DRC, clade 1b, which appears to be spreading mainly through sexual networks, and its detection in countries neighbouring the DRC are especially concerning, and one of the main reasons for the declaration of the PHEIC.
So far, about 2,863 confirmed mpox cases and 517 deaths across 13 African countries have been reported in 2024 alone.
Reacting to the widespread infectious disease, the NARD president suggested that hospitals should limit the number of patients and visitors, ensure proper ventilation, and enforce strict infection control protocols.
He noted that by implementing crowd control measures, hospitals can reduce the risk of transmission and help prevent the spread of the disease.
While stressing that the new strain of mpox has been discovered to be more violent than previous strains, Abdullahi called for increased awareness about the disease, improved research, and heightened alertness at border patrols to prevent the spread of the disease.
He further said, “To effectively combat Mpox, we must amplify our awareness campaigns. It’s not enough to rely on TV commercials and WhatsApp messages; we need every community and hospital to actively discuss and spread information about this disease, reaching every corner of our society.
“Reinstating the principles of infectious disease control is crucial. Encourage the public to limit contact, frequently wash hands, and consider face masks to mitigate the spread of Mpox.
“Enhanced border patrol and health screenings are essential. We must ensure rigorous checks for all incoming travelers to prevent the introduction and spread of Mpox.
“Controlling crowds, especially in hospitals, is vital to prevent the spread of mpox. Improving hospital crowd management and ongoing research will help us better understand and manage this new strain.
“With the new strain’s reservoir unidentified, controlling contact with potential sources of contamination is key. Educate people on how to avoid buying contaminated meat to reduce risk.”
The NARD president added, “Raising awareness about Mpox’s early symptoms is critical. Prompt identification and medical attention can prevent further spread, so people must seek screening as soon as symptoms appear.
“Increasing awareness about mpox vaccination is vital. Publicising vaccination options and benefits can help control the spread and protect more individuals from the disease.”
Mpox is a rare viral zoonotic infectious disease (i.e., disease of animals transmitted from animals to humans) that is endemic in several African countries including the tropical rainforests of Central and West Africa.
Naijacentral NaijacentralMost of the demands of ASUU started in 1981. But the President made a commitment during the campaign that permanent solution would be provided this time, and he has shown that in his steps and actions,” he said.
The Minister further appealed to ASUU to be considerate in their actions and be open-minded in their approach at the negotiation table so that the interests of all parties would be properly represented.
