World Health Organisation Declares DR Congo Ebola-free

By Aduragbemi Omiyale A smart recycling hub has been unveiled at the Ojoo terminal in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, courtesy of a waste management consultant, Mottainai Recycling Limited. The facility was opened on Monday at a ceremony attended by the representatives of the state government, the consultant, and the Akinyele Local Government, among others. The Director of Environment of the local council, Mrs Ahmed B.D., said the initiative was aimed to raise awareness among traders, market women, and the general public about climate change, stressing the hazards and consequences of indiscriminate waste disposal, and other undesirable waste management practices.

By Adedapo Adesanya The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Muhammad Pate, has said Nigeria could become a hub for vaccine production and distribution in Africa, banking on his experience at GAVI. According to him, this can be achieved with the country’s large population, skilled workforce, and existing pharmaceutical industry. “On local vaccine manufacturing, as you are all aware, until I came back as a Minister, I was going to work with GAVI, an international organisation created in 2000 to improve access to new and underused vaccines for children living in the world’s poorest countries. And GAVI also

In today’s world where modern technology has us glued to our screens, teens and adults alike are woefully inactive. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), global estimates show that one in four adults and more than 80% of adolescents do not do enough physical activity. Physical activity is critical for human health, and adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity is one of the most important things a person can do to improve their health and well-being. Evidence is emerging that shows that physical inactivity is associated with a heightened risk of serious illness and death. On

By Adedapo Adesanya The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) and Speak Up Africa have announced the CEO of Nigeria’s healthtech startup, Mrs Teniola Adedeji, alongside Dr Ochora Moses (Uganda) as the winners of the second edition of the Africa Young Innovators for Health Award. The announcement was made at the Galien Forum Africa, which celebrates creativity and excellence in science in Africa. The Africa Young Innovators for Health Award supports pioneering young entrepreneurs with financial and in-kind opportunities they need to advance their innovations for better health outcomes in their communities. Mrs Izath Nura (Uganda) and Mr

By Aduragbemi Omiyale President Bola Tinubu has retired all the service chiefs and the Inspector General of Police, Mr Alkali Baba, with immediate effect. A statement issued by Mr Willie Bassey, the Director of Information for the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr George Akume, on Monday, said the President had approved their replacements. Also affected are the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Mr Hammed Ali, and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mr Babagana Monguno. The President has replaced the Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor, with Major-General. C.G Musa; the Chief of Army Staff,

By Justin Smith Journalism and media play a central role in shaping our world, informing the public and influencing decision-makers in politics and business. It’s no wonder that this era of major disruption in news and media has also been marked by increasing economic and political volatility. But the same forces that are changing news – like the rapid spread of mobile phones and the internet – also present tremendous opportunities to build a more peaceful, prosperous, and inclusive world. The more that leaders work together across borders and across the public and private sectors, the better positioned we will

By Adedapo Adesanya The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the National Assembly to stop the federal government from selling the country’s properties to fund the 2021 budget. The President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration said it plans to sell some national assets to finance the 2021 Appropriation Bills signed last month. SERAP, which has always risen up to fight against some unpopular policies of the government, said in a statement on Sunday, January 17 signed by its deputy director, Mr Kolawole Oluwadare, it has written to the National Assembly to prevail on the executive to halt the process. The

By Adedapo Adesanya The University of Port Harcourt (UniPort) Alumni Association has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for the nomination of Timipre Sylva and Rotimi Amaechi, both alumni of the university, as members of the Federal Executive Council. In a statement signed by the National President of the alumni, Mr Chris Adokeme, the group noted with deep pleasure the opportunity of producing two ministers who graduated from the school, adding that they are competent leaders in their own right. The statement described the choice of Mr Sylva and Mr Ameachi by President Buhari as a laudable move, and pledged support to

By Dipo Olowookere The 75th birthday dinner of Oba Adedotun Aremu, the Alake of Egba land, may have come and gone, but the memories of the event will remain in the minds of guests, who graced the event. Participants at the event could not have enough of one of Nigeria’s talking drummers known as Gabination. The entertainer effortlessly delivered a fascinating performance with intriguing beats, which mimics the tone and prosody of the Yoruba speeches. Oba Ilu, as he’s fondly called, demonstrated dexterity on the talking drum, which shows possibilities available in our vast cultural and ethnic diversity. Gabination’s performance

By Modupe Gbadeyanka The sum of N701.02 billion was disbursed to the three tiers of government in May 2018 from the revenue generated in April 2018. Data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) disclosed that the amount was shared by Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) to the federal, states and local governments of the federation. The report, obtained by Business Post, stated that the amount disbursed comprises N612.64 billion from the Statutory Account, N87.97 billion from Valued Added Tax (VAT) and N418.88 million being excess bank charges recovered. It said federal government received a total of N289.04 billion

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By Dipo Olowookere The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been accused of making ‘deliberate’ efforts to frustrate Oando Plc and possibly get it out of business. These accusations were made on Wednesday by some minority shareholders of the energy firm at a news briefing held in Lagos to frown at the decision of SEC to cancel the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the company earlier scheduled for Tuesday, June 11, 2019 in the metropolis. Addressing journalists at the press conference, the shareholders wondered what special interest the apex capital market regulator has in Oando and why it allegedly wants