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Police arrest Pastor, two others over possession of human parts in Ibadan

admin March 24, 2026 0

Three men have been arrested in Ibadan for allegedly possessing and selling suspected human parts following a stop-and-search operation by the Oyo State Police Command. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Ayanlade Olayinka, said the suspects were apprehended

Health news

World TB Day 2026: LTR calls for urgent action to find missing cases, end silence around tuberculosis

admin March 24, 2026 0

Tuberculosis is not just a disease. In Nigeria, it is a silence — a silence in homes where persistent coughing is normalized, in communities where stigma overshadows science, and in data systems where thousands of cases remain unseen, unreported, and untreated. Today, on World Tuberculosis Day, the Leprosy and Tuberculosis Relief Nigeria breaks that silence. […]

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Fans drag FIFA to EU Court over skyrocketing 2026 World Cup ticket prices

admin March 24, 2026 0

A European supporters’ group has filed a lawsuit against FIFA, accusing the global football body of inflating ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup and exploiting its control over ticket sales. The complaint, submitted to the European Commission by Football Supporters Europe (FSE) and Euroconsumers, alleges that FIFA abused its monopoly to impose excessive pricing […]

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BUK expels 171 students over fake credentials, sanctions another for exam violence

admin March 24, 2026 0

The Senate of Bayero University Kano (BUK) has approved the expulsion of 171 students for presenting fake admission credentials. The decision was taken at the institution’s 433rd Senate meeting held on March 4, 2026, according to a statement issued by the university’s Public Affairs Directorate on behalf of the Registrar. The university said the action […]

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Gov. Makinde approves ₦10,000 transport allowance to ease fuel price burden on wokers

admin March 23, 2026 0

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved a ₦10,000 monthly transportation allowance for workers in the state to cushion the impact of rising fuel prices. The decision comes amid a sharp increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, which now sells between ₦1,320 and ₦1,330 per litre across the state. The Chairman […]

Emirates Council news North East

Fika Emirates Sallah Durbar: A symbol of unity, peace and cultural heritage (pictures)

admin March 23, 2026 0

Story Ibraheem El-Tafseer The historic city of Potiskum was awash in colors of tradition, royalty, and cultural pride today as the Fika Emirate hosted its annual Sallah Durbar at the Emir’s Palace. The grand ceremony, a hallmark of the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations in Northern Nigeria, served as a vibrant display of the emirate’s rich heritage and […]

Health North East

EU-funded initiative targets reduction of child malnutrition deaths in North-East

admin March 23, 2026 0

Story by Sa’adatu MAINA, Damaturu A nutrition programme funded by the European Union Humanitarian Aid has contributed to a significant reduction in malnutrition-related child mortality across Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states, officials said on Monday. The assessment was made during a media dialogue in Damaturu, where journalists and health officials reviewed the

INTERNATIONAL news

Iran rejects Trump’s peace talks claim, denies any negotiations with US

admin March 23, 2026 0

Iran has dismissed claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that Washington and Tehran are engaged in negotiations to end ongoing hostilities. According to Iran’s Mehr News Agency, the country’s foreign ministry stated that “there are no talks between Tehran and Washington,” contradicting Trump’s earlier announcement of “productive conversations.” The Iranian response

Health news

FG restricts new HIV prevention injection for pregnant women, cites safety gaps

admin March 23, 2026 0

The Federal Government has warned that the newly introduced long-acting HIV prevention injection, Lenacapavir (LenPrEP), is not recommended for use among pregnant women. The Director-General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS, Temitope Ilori, disclosed this during a media briefing organised by the National HIV, Viral Hepatitis and STDs Control Programme under

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“Horrific and Barbaric”: Remi Tinubu calls for justice over assault of women at Delta festival

admin March 22, 2026 0

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Sunday condemned the assault of women and girls during the Alue-Do Festival in Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State. In a statement personally signed by her, Mrs Tinubu described the viral footage showing girls being chased, stripped, molested, and subjected to degrading treatment as “horrific” […]