Metro
CEPI invests $4.17 million to study Ebola vaccine effectiveness
CEPI has invested $4.17 million to study the effectiveness of current Ebola vaccines against the Bundibugyo virus during an outbreak in the DRC.
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Metro
Public Holiday Declared for Eid ul Mawlid
The federal government has declared Tuesday, 25 August, a public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid. Muslims are encouraged to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.
Metro
Kaduna Women Farmers Receive Free Fertiliser as Governor Sani Aims for 150,000 Farmers
Women farmers in Kaduna benefit from a free fertiliser programme by the state government. This initiative aims to support smallholder farmers and enhance food security.
Metro
Anambra police boss calls meeting over Onitsha shooting incident
The Anambra police chief has summoned DPOs to discuss a recent shooting at a market in Onitsha. The meeting aims to enhance police conduct and community trust.
Metro
Amnesty International Urges Action on Killings in South-east
Amnesty International Nigeria has called for urgent action on human rights abuses and unlawful killings in the South-east, highlighting alarming death tolls in recent years.
Metro
Nigerian man admits to stealing $415,874 in US unemployment fraud
Akinpelumi Olawale Oyewusi, a 60-year-old Nigerian, pleaded guilty to a major unemployment fraud scheme in the US, stealing over $415,000.
Politics
Kwara PDP Mocks AbdulRazaq and APC After Mustapha's Departure
The Kwara PDP has criticized Governor AbdulRazaq after Senator Mustapha's resignation, calling it a sign of crisis within the APC. The party claims AbdulRazaq has failed both his party and the people.
Politics
Delta's 2027 Governorship Race Heats Up: What Matters Most?
As the 2027 governorship election approaches, Delta State sees increased political activity. Key issues like grassroots support and candidate credibility will shape the race.
Metro
Four Arrested for Killing Friend Over Land Scam in Anambra
The Anambra State Police have arrested four people, including a friend, for the murder of Kelechi Madu. The crime was linked to a fraudulent land deal.
Metro
BUK student and another person face court over social media posts about EFCC
Maryam Isah Shehu, a final-year student at BUK, and Abubakar Abdulhamid face court charges for social media posts about the EFCC. They both pleaded not guilty.
Metro
How climate change impacts women farmers with disabilities
Viviane Tavershima faces unique challenges as a woman farmer with a disability in Benue State. Flooding and climate change threaten her livelihood and others like her.
Metro
10 suspects arrested for stealing manholes on Lagos Coastal Road
The Lagos State Police have arrested 10 suspects for stealing and damaging public property on the Coastal Road. Investigations reveal links to ongoing vandalism.