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The people of Umuhu in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area of Imo State have lamented over the bad state of school buildings and structures in the community. Speaking with Boss Radio Rural Assesment Team, the Youth Secretary Emmanuel Iheanacho, said the school building is in shamble. Also speaking, Esther Ekeson, appealed to the state government to look into the issue.
Aliko Dangote retained his position as the richest African with a net worth of $14.2 billion, in Forbes' annual list of billionaires for 2023. Abdul Rabiu saw a significant rise in his net worth from $7.6 billion a few months ago to $8.2 billion in April 2023, making him the 249th richest person globally. Mike Adenuga's net worth dropped from $7.3 billion to $6.1 billion, ranking him as the 418th richest […]
Zambia's government has appointed its first female CEO to head one of the biggest mining operations. A statement issued by the country’s presidential office, Mfikeyi Makayi will head the copper unit. Zambia is Africa's second biggest producer of copper, which is in high demand with the global transition to a low-carbon economy and future transport needs.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, has revealed that at least 823 cases of Lassa fever were confirmed out of 4,108 suspected cases from 98 local government areas in 24 states. According to the Lassa fever epidemiological report from January to March 26, 2023, 144 persons have succumbed to the disease with a Case Fatality Ratio of 17.5 per cent. The report also showed that 38 healthcare workers have been […]
The House of Representatives has launched an investigate into the alleged theft of N20 billion belonging to state governments. The House adopted the motion of urgent public importance moved by Ibrahim Kawu. Kawu, who said the money was diverted by staff of NNPC under the guise of consultation fees, warned that the House must act to checkmate the diversion. The House resolved to set up a committee to investigate within four […]
A State High Court sitting in Benin has restrained Labour Party and all its members from any suspension of its national officers till the determination of motion on notice. Labour Party lawyer, G. Igbokwe, confirmed that he has gotten a High Court order that status quo is maintained and no action which may result to the suspension of any national officer of the party be taken. Igbokwe noted that such […]
Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman has announced that his recent skin cancer tests are all clear. Jackman had his first skin cancer removed in 2013, and has since had at least six procedures. The Wolverine star this week revealed he had undergone tests after a recent medical check-up.
The Federal Government has secured $800m from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development to provide post-petroleum subsidy palliatives for over 50 million Nigerians. Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed, revealed this after this week’s Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja. According to Ahmed, the $800m forms the first tranche of palliatives ready to be disbursed to 10 million households in form of cash.
Uganda’s public prosecutor has said they will charge a minister with corruption over the diversion of metal roofing sheets meant to help people living northeastern Karamoja region. Police arrested three close relatives of Karamoja Affairs minister Mary Kitutu, for selling metal roofing sheets. Prosecution of ministers for corruption is rare in Uganda. Karamoja region is home to pastoral nomads vulnerable to frequent droughts and deadly cattle raids.
