Uhunmwode set for economic rebirth
In a deliberate drive to catapult Uhunwonde Local Government Area, Edo State to a place of economic growth and prosperity, the Chairman, Hon. Benjamin Osas Iredia has announced plans to…
Nigeria’s trade position with US weakens as Egypt, South Africa overtake
Nigeria’s position among the United States’ top trading partners in Africa is now under pressure, as Egypt and South Africa continue to strengthen their commercial ties with Washington, surpassing Nigeria…
Edo govt, OPay partner on N1.2bn grant to support indigent students at AAU
BY IDAHOSA MUSA BENIN CITY – In a landmark public-private partnership aimed at expanding access to tertiary education, the Edo State Government and OPay Digital Services have signed a Memorandum…
Police probe alleged one-chance killing of young woman in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of 23-year-old Grace Godwin, whose body was discovered by the roadside in Jabi, Abuja, in what is…
VP Shettima visits Aisha Buhari in London following Buhari’s death
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday paid a condolence visit to Aisha Buhari, widow of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, and other family members in London, United Kingdom. Shettima’s…
Tompolo pays tribute to Late Buhari, recalls partnership on oil security
BY BETTY IDIALU High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has mourned the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a man of integrity and patriotic service.…
Gov Okpebholo postpones Edoline Bus commissioning in honour of Late Buhari
In a gesture of respect for the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced the suspension of the official commissioning of 102 ultra-modern buses…
NADS condemns UNICAL over move to displace 300 dental students
The Nigerian Association of Dental Students (NADS) has condemned the University of Calabar’s directive asking over 300 dental students to transfer to other institutions, describing the decision as “inhuman” and…
Seplat backs indigenous capacity, innovation as Key drivers of Nigeria’s energy sector recovery
Seplat Energy, one of Nigeria’s foremost indigenous energy companies, has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible sector leadership and national energy transformation, highlighting the critical role of local capacity, innovation, and…
The challenge of chronic diseases and the need for health education
BY MAYHEW DERRYBERRY Today, the most significant health problems are chronic diseases. Their prevalence, the various disabling conditions they cause, and the economic burden they impose have been thoroughly documented.…