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LTR intensifies fight against Pediatric TB with targeted screening in Yobe

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Story by SALEH FAROUQ GAGARAWA, anipr The Leprosy and Tuberculosis Relief Initiative (LTR), in partnership with ASA Health Partners and in collaboration with YOSACA, has launched a targeted tuberculosis (TB) screening exercise for children aged 0–10 years in Sabon Gari, Nangere Local Government

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ASUU UNIJOS shuts down academic activities over unpaid salaries, allowances

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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Jos branch, has declared an indefinite strike following the non-payment of March 2026 salaries and the exclusion of the Earned Academic Allowance (EAA) from staff remuneration. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the branch chairperson, Jurbe Molwus, the union directed all members to immediately withdraw […]

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Yobe State Governor grants automatic jobs to 416 Nursing graduates

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Mai Mala Buni, Governor of Yobe State, has approved the automatic employment of 416 graduates from the Shehu Sule College of Nursing Sciences, Damaturu. The announcement was made during the graduation ceremony of student nurses and midwives held in Damaturu, where the governor was represented by his deputy, Idi Barde Gubana. Buni said the decision […]

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Dozens feared dead as terrorists launch deadly attacks in Niger and Kebbi State

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Gunmen have reportedly killed at least 20 people in coordinated attacks across communities in Niger State and several others in Kebbi State, triggering fresh fears over insecurity in the region. According to reports, the нападение in Niger occurred in Shiroro Local Government Area, where armed assailants operated for hours, destroying homes and overpowering local security

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Resident Doctors resume work, issue April 21 deadline to FG over unmet demands

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The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its indefinite nationwide strike, directing members to return to work from 8 a.m. on Wednesday. NARD President, Mohammad Usman Suleiman, disclosed that the decision followed a meeting of the association’s National Executive Council (NEC), where members resolved to give the federal government more time to

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Rainstorm wrecks Kugbo terminal, triggers massive traffic chaos on Nyanya–Keffi road

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A heavy downpour on Tuesday caused a major traffic gridlock along the Nyanya–Keffi Expressway in Abuja after severe damage was recorded at the Kugbo Bus Terminal. The rainfall affected parts of the newly built terminal, with sections of the roof torn off and debris spilling onto the highway, obstructing vehicular movement. The situation led to […]

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NMA debunks fake stage 4 Cancer result circulated by influencer Blessing CEO

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The Delta State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has dismissed as false a medical report circulating online, allegedly shared by social media influencer Blessing Okoro, claiming she is battling Stage 4 cancer. In a joint statement signed by the state chairman, Dr. Israel I. Adaigho, and secretary, Dr. Usamah E. Hannah, the association […]

Humanity news

Jos trader earns praise for returning ₦1m mistakenly packed in purchased goods

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In a remarkable act of honesty, a small-scale trader in Jos, Mrs. Sarah Luka, has returned ₦1,000,000 that was mistakenly included in goods she purchased from a wholesaler. Mrs. Luka, who operates her business in the Lamingo area, had visited Terminus Market on Saturday to buy leather bags from a trader, Mr. Abubakar Dola. According […]

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South Africa deports three Nigerians over controversial social media posts

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Authorities in South Africa have deported three Nigerian nationals after denying them entry over what officials described as “insulting” social media posts. The travellers were later returned to Lagos following diplomatic intervention. The incident occurred on Sunday at O. R. Tambo International Airport, where one of the affected individuals, a media personality identified

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FG begins mass trial of terrorism suspects at Abuja federal High Court

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The Federal Government has commenced the mass trial of suspected terrorists at the Federal High Court Abuja. The proceedings began on Tuesday before several judges, including Binta Nyako, as the court takes on an increased caseload of terrorism-related matters. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the trials, which are typically held in Kainji, Niger […]