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Stigma, ignorance complicate challenges of Nigerian nursing mothers dealing with postpartum depression


This is not the Nigeria our great founding fathers fought for and bequeathed to their offspring. On Tuesday, $1 exchanged for N1,054 in the parallel market, thereby worsening the country's inflationary trend. The national electricity grid collapsed three times last month. Read More

UPDATED: Chicago State University releases Tinubu's academic records to Atiku


The Chicago State University produced three out of the four sets of documents requested by Atiku.

40 missing after boat accident in Kebbi


The boat capsized due to intense water waves in the Niger River, Bala Mohammed, the chairman of Yauri told Radio Nigeria in Birnin Kebbi.

UPDATED: Fuel Subsidy Removal: Labour suspends planned strike


The organised labour rescinded the decision to go on with its planned strike in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the representatives of the labour unions and the federal government on Monday.
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ANALYSIS: How to resolve Cameroon's persistent yet forgotten crisis


Celebrations surrounding 'Independence Day' are typically marred by clashes between government forces and armed separatist groups. Violent attacks during this year's commemoration underscore the depth of the problem that seems forgotten. Read More

Illegal oil refinery explosion kills 37 – Report


Illegal oil refining involves siphoning off crude oil from pipelines and redirecting it into tanks, generally in bushes and forests, where the crude oil is boiled at high temperatures to turn it into different petroleum products.

Another northern elder, Baffa Suleiman, is dead


The AGF addresses claims that he has signed a plea agreement with the former CBN chief, Mr Emefiele, who is facing corruption charges and ongoing investigations.

Ondo assembly proceeds with impeachment as deputy governor fails to respond to allegations


Ondo House says the court cannot stop the impeachment exercise,saying it is protected by the Nigerian Constitution against the interference of courts.

Insecurity: Reps seek arming of constituents to fight bandits, relocation of DHQ


The lawmakers also asked the NSA to convene a security conference to deliberate on the security situation in the country.
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Business

Nigerian govt announces temporary removal of VAT on diesel


The Nigerian government announced a temporary removal of VAT on diesel as part of the resolution reached during the meeting between the labour unions and the government delegation

How we'll raise 3 million tech talents – Minister


"This holistic approach is designed to empower our workforce to thrive in a constantly evolving technological landscape. Ultimately, our strategic intent is to retain at least 1.5 million of these skilled professionals within our local talent pool and facilitate opportunities for another 1.5 million of our talented individuals to excel in the global talent marketplace, preferably through remote opportunities.
Editorial cartoon of the day
Arts and Entertainment

BBNaija All-Stars cost N5.5 billion to produce – MultiChoice


Ms Tejumola said that over 2,000 individuals were also employed to execute the show while they recorded over 1.53 billion votes across all regions.

'I'm going through traumatic experience', Davido's alleged U.S. lover begs Chioma


"The only thing I will say is I regret that I let my pain and feelings of betrayal allow me to turn myself against another woman".
Opinion

Nigeria at 63: Re-imagining our politics, By Jideofor Adibe


I strongly feel that the Western brand of liberal democracy is unlikely to work in our environment and that we need a uniquely African solution. This is where I feel that we need to urgently re-imagine our politics. I do not agree with those who argue that our problem is fundamentally the economy, because economic policies themselves are decided through the political process.

Questions for Akpabio's Senate over confirmation of ministerial nominees, By Femi Falade


The creeping deployment of security reports as a tool for political intrigue, as seen in the latest ministerial confirmation saga and the past case of Ibrahim Magu risks making an issue of public trust in the integrity of security reports. Politicians are being accused of cloaking, as security reports, innuendos and angst arising from political differences, ruptured friendships, failed marriages and even ill-fated dalliances.

Promoted

Applauds as FIBAA accredits BSN programmes


The Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation, FIBAA successfully accredits BSN programmes amid commendations.

Get ready! The BSN 2023 graduation countdown


The BSN 2023 Graduation in the Netherlands is a few hours away! We are brimming with excitement, anticipation, and a touch of nostalgia.

Enroll for the BSN world-class MBA Programme and shape your future today


We would like to take a moment to inform you about the incredible opportunity to join our prestigious MBA programme.

Sports

Ola Aina crowned Nottingham Forest's September Player of the Month


The dynamic full-back has been quite impactful since joining on a free transfer from Torino at the beginning of the season

Secondary school football crucial to discovering talents – Pinnick


The ex-president of NFF thinks Hussey College could be a model for developing future football stars in secondary schools

Fact Checker

Few facts about Liberia's election 2023


According to the country's National Elections Commission, the total number of Registered Voters is 2,471,617.

The debacle of September 11 and Sierra Leone's violent protest


September 11, 2001, is remembered worldwide for the terror that occurred when two planes flew into the World Trade Center in the US, killing thousands of people and maiming scores of others in a terrorist attack.

Health

WHO recommends R21/Matrix-M vaccine for use against malaria


WHO said demand for the limited-availability RTS,S vaccine has been "unprecedented," and the addition of the second vaccine is expected to meet the demand and provide sufficient vaccine supply "to benefit all children living in areas where malaria is a public health risk."

Nigeria records surge in diphtheria infections


A recent situation report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) confirmed that Nigeria is currently facing a second wave of diphtheria outbreak.
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