The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has warned of a possible surge in cholera, yellow fever, and dengue fever cases following flood predictions by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). NiMet had earlier flagged Sokoto, Kaduna, Zamfara, Yobe, and other states as high-risk flood zones this July. The NCDC, in a statement by Director-General Dr. Jide Idris, explained that floods often introduce dangerous pathogens into water sources, increasing cholera risks. Recent statistics show Zamfara State recorded 32% of Nigeria’s suspected cholera cases in late June, with Bayelsa, Adamawa, Delta, Lagos, and Rivers also heavily affected. Meanwhile, Edo State…
Author: Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
The late Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s former President who passed away recently in London, is remembered not just as a national figure but as a father who embodied humility and discipline. In conversations with media outlets, Buhari’s daughters recounted personal moments revealing his character. “What I will miss most about him is his sense of humour,” noted Aisha Hanan Buhari, highlighting how her father was deeply connected to everyday Nigerians—“one of the common people.” His daughter Aisha also praised Nigerians for their respect and lack of bitterness toward their late father, thanking the public on behalf of her family. Hadiza Buhari,…
In a forceful public address, Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva lambasted US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose a sweeping 50 percent tariff on Brazilian exports. Lula called the threat “unacceptable blackmail,” framing it as a politically motivated attack on Brazil’s autonomy. This tariff threat emerged in the context of the ongoing legal challenges facing Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil’s former far-right president and Trump ally, who faces trial on coup conspiracy charges after the contentious 2022 elections. Trump declared the tariffs on July 9, presenting them as a response to what he described as a “witch hunt” against Bolsonaro.…
A billion Africans face daunting risks each day as they prepare food using open flames or polluting fuels, according to a comprehensive new analysis by the International Energy Agency. The scale of the problem is daunting—not just for Africa, but for humanity, as poorly regulated cooking fires worldwide rival the emissions of aviation. Fatih Birol, who leads the IEA, called the crisis “one of the greatest injustices of our time, especially in Africa.” The agency’s data shows that four of five African families require wood or other biomass to cook, exposing them to deadly airborne toxins. The fallout is both…
Nigeria’s government electricity subsidy ballooned to nearly N2 trillion in 2024, representing a sharp increase over the prior year’s N610 billion, amid persistent macroeconomic shocks and policy measures that have frozen consumer electricity tariffs despite rising underlying costs. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission detailed that the subsidy exists to compensate for the difference between official consumer tariff rates and the cost-reflective tariffs that mirror true expenses borne by electricity distribution companies. The substantial jump in subsidy obligations was driven in large part by the Nigerian naira’s devaluation following its June 2024 float, escalating costs for imported generation equipment and gas—a…
several criminals killed in face-off with security forces The ongoing offensive against criminal elements in the state has resulted in another mass arrest of several outlaws who were involved in recent security breaches in Edu and Patigi Local Government Areas of the state. A government official said more than 15 criminals, including an outlaw named Tambaya, have been arrested in the new security clampdown in the area. “Tambaya was the major mastermind of the recent attack on security forces and vigilante in Gada, Lafiagi. Tambaya and eight others were arrested in one encounter with the security forces, while several of…
In the wake of the passing of Nigeria’s former president, Muhammadu Buhari, President Tinubu has announced a lasting tribute by renaming the University of Maiduguri in his memory. The change was made during a solemn yet impactful Federal Executive Council meeting held on Thursday at the Presidential Villa. The expanded session was dedicated to celebrating Buhari’s life, ideals, and service to the nation. President Tinubu emphasized the need to preserve the names of national figures who significantly influenced Nigeria’s progress. “The late President Buhari deserves a permanent mark in our educational heritage,” he said. The rebranded institution will be known…
The Anambra State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS) has officially refuted claims that SABMiller Breweries is the highest taxpayer in Anambra, presenting concrete evidence to set the record straight. Government Breaks Silence on Tax Claims In a detailed statement, AIRS Chairman Dr. Greg U. Ezeilo clarified persistent rumors circulating about SABMiller’s tax status. According to their internal review, despite past assertions and widespread public belief, SABMiller Breweries is not the top taxpayer in the state. The agency stressed that recent efforts have significantly improved internally generated revenue (IGR), with monthly collections rising from as low as ₦1.58 billion to ₦2.08 billion,…
The U.S. Senate has passed a contentious bill requested by President Donald Trump’s administration to cancel $9.4 billion in foreign aid and halt federal funding for NPR and PBS broadcasters. The measure passed narrowly with a 51-48 vote and now heads to the House of Representatives for final approval expected by July 18. This legislative push arises from concerns over government spending waste, with the Department of Government Efficiency designating the targeted funds as “wasteful.” House Speaker Mike Johnson revealed the White House’s June request to rescind these allocations, signaling a strategic reprioritization of federal resources. Earlier in May, President…
Nigeria’s labour environment remains critically challenged, as revealed by the 2025 global ranking that placed the country among the worst offenders in workers’ rights protections worldwide. The Nigeria Labour Congress, represented by Deputy President Adewale Adeyanju during the 68th NECA AGM in Lagos, made public this alarming assessment earlier this week. President Joe Ajaero’s statement, delivered in absentia, lamented what he called “a stain on our conscience” due to continued violations, many of which occur in businesses represented at the NECA forum. He made a compelling call for the Employers’ Consultative Association to take a leadership role in reversing these…