Thursday, April 18

<div> Empowering Women to Prevent Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission
18Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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The AIDS Healthcare Foundation has conducted training sessions for women living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus in the Federal Capital Territory on preventing the transmission of the virus to infants. The initiative falls under the Mentor Mother program, aimed at preventing Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV. During a one-day workshop held for participants from all six area councils of the FCT, Dr. Echey Ijezie, the organization’s Country Director, emphasized the importance of training mentor mothers and Traditional Birth Attendants in HIV prevention for infants. Statistics from the National Agency for the Control of AIDS reveal that more women are living with HIV in Nigeria than men. Young Nigerian women are three times more likely to have HIV compared to m...
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18Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Dismissal of Two Radio Staff for Misconduct by Bauchi Civil Service Commission

In a recent development, the Bauchi State Civil Service Commission has taken the decision to dismiss two senior staff members from the state-owned Bauchi Radio Corporation. The individuals in question are Hauwa Adamu Kardam and Halima Umar, both serving as Chief Production Assistants at the radio station. Their dismissal stems from alleged serious misconduct that was found to be in violation of Bauchi State Public Service Regulations 0327. The termination of their employment was officially announced at the 13th plenary session of the civil service commission, which took place on Thursday, April 18, 2024. During this session, the cases of Kardam and Umar were presented by the Central Recruitment Agency of the Commission. Alongside the dismissal, the suspension of three other officers a...
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Emergency meeting convened by NCDC as strange disease reaches Sokoto, Zamfara
18Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Emergency meeting convened by NCDC as strange disease reaches Sokoto, Zamfara

Dr. Jide Idris, the Director-General of Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, recently coordinated an urgent session with the Health Commissioners from Sokoto, Kaduna, and Zamfara states to investigate and manage the spreading mysterious illness in Sokoto and Zamfara. A press release issued by Dr. Idris and obtained from the NCDC website revealed that the meeting took place at the NCDC Headquarters in Abuja. "The emergency meeting, hosted by the NCDC Director-General, Dr. Jide Idris, engaged with two Health Commissioners from Sokoto and Kaduna on April 16, 2024, at the NCDC headquarters in Abuja. Additionally, a phone discussion was held with Zamfara's Health Commissioner in efforts to uncover the cause and address the ongoing incidents in Sokoto a...
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Next Steps Revealed by Bode George as PDP Aims for Reconciliation – Wike’s Position Discussed
18Apr By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Next Steps Revealed by Bode George as PDP Aims for Reconciliation – Wike’s Position Discussed

In an update, Bode George, a notable figure within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), shared that efforts are being made to reconcile the party's members, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. George highlighted that the PDP's approach is focused on reconciliation rather than engaging in conflict. During the 2023 presidential election, Wike had clashes with the PDP leadership. He and his G-5 group opted to support different presidential candidates rather than the PDP's choice, Atiku Abubakar. Wike's stance led to significant divisions within the party, particularly regarding his insistence on a Southern candidate, which resulted in the removal of the former National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu. George emphasized ongoing efforts within the party to address th...
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Announcement of New Chairman at Oyo Estate Developers
18Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Announcement of New Chairman at Oyo Estate Developers

Dr. Muibi Hammed has been appointed as the Chairman of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, Oyo State Chapter. The announcement of the appointment was made by the association in a statement released on Thursday. In his acceptance speech, the new chairman expressed his gratitude to the national executives of the association for conducting a transparent and fair election. He commended their dedication to upholding the democratic values of REDAN, which he believes lays a solid foundation for the association's future. Expressing his appreciation for the developers who supported the transformation team, Hammed emphasized the importance of their hard work in the success of the association. He cal...
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Call from UNILAG professor to the FG to embrace latest HIV testing kits
18Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Call from UNILAG professor to the FG to embrace latest HIV testing kits

A plea has been made by Professor Sulaimon Akanmu, a Haematology and Blood Transfusion expert at the University of Lagos College of Medicine, urging the Federal Ministry of Health and the National Agency for the Control of AIDS to consider using fourth-generation screening kits for HIV testing. This move is deemed crucial for the country to effectively control the HIV epidemic. In a recent address during the 14th Inaugural lecture for the 2023/2024 academic session at the institution, Akanmu, who also serves as a Consultant Haematologist at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, emphasized the necessity of upgrading to more advanced screening tools to combat the spread of the virus. Delivering his lecture titled, “The virus and the malnourished red cells: It is o...
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Committee Inauguration for Lagos-Calabar Highway by Federal Government
18Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Committee Inauguration for Lagos-Calabar Highway by Federal Government

On Thursday, the Federal Government officially launched a committee responsible for verifying and compensating landowners impacted by the N15tn Lagos-Calabar Coastal highway construction project. This committee is tasked with the review, evaluation, and compensation process for affected individuals. Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, gave a directive for the committee to complete verification and commence compensation within 10 days, concluding on April 28th. This initiative aims to accelerate the construction of the project, which is expected to bring a significant infrastructural transformation to the country. Umahi highlighted that verified claims would be promptly settled within 72 hours by the contractor, Hitech Construction Ltd. However, the total budget alloc...
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UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid Absent from Team of the Week
18Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid Absent from Team of the Week

Despite Real Madrid's triumph over Manchester City in the quarter-final second-leg fixture on Wednesday, no player from the Spanish club made it to UEFA's Champions League Fantasy football team of the week. Following the completion of the quarter-final matches on Wednesday night, UEFA unveiled their team of the week for the Champions League. Kevin de Bruyne from Manchester City was featured in the lineup by the European football governing body for his performance in the game. De Bruyne netted City's goal against Madrid, resulting in a 1-1 draw after extra time. Real Madrid went on to secure a spot in the semi-finals with a 4-3 victory in the penalty shootout. Among the standout players in the team are Bayern Munich's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer and Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe. Belo...
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Initiative in Nigeria to Safeguard Broadband Infrastructure from Sabotage
18Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Initiative in Nigeria to Safeguard Broadband Infrastructure from Sabotage

In response to ongoing concerns raised by major telecommunications companies such as MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, Nigeria is taking steps to criminalize the destruction of broadband fiber cables. Sources familiar with the situation indicate that the Works Ministry, tasked with supervising federal road constructors, is in the final stages of formulating regulations, as per a report by Bloomberg on Thursday. While laws against vandalism already exist, authorities are aiming to enhance oversight of construction firms. The impending executive order is set to impose strict penalties on offenders, with specific details and the signing date yet to be disclosed. Highlighting the importance of telecom assets as a crucial backbone supporting various s...
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Nuhu Ribadu: Tinubu’s Decision to Appoint Northerners in Key Government Roles Was Deliberate
18Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Nuhu Ribadu: Tinubu’s Decision to Appoint Northerners in Key Government Roles Was Deliberate

National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu revealed on Thursday that President Bola Tinubu made a conscious choice to have individuals from the Northern region in significant roles within his administration. Ribadu emphasized that Tinubu's intention was to entrust North-based officials with important responsibilities to effectively tackle the region's challenges. During his address in Sokoto, Ribadu highlighted Tinubu's commitment to addressing Northern issues by appointing Northerners to key positions. "When Tinubu was assembling his government, he expressed his deep concern for the North and his determination to address its difficulties," Ribadu stated. He pointed out that Tinubu allocated crucial roles in security, defense, agriculture, education, health, and foreign affairs to No...
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