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Nigeria is currently grappling with a significant immunization gap, with over two million children yet to receive life-saving vaccines. This was revealed by Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, who cited insecurity and systemic challenges as key factors behind the alarming statistics. Speaking during a training workshop in Kano for health managers across the country, Dr. Labaran emphasized the urgency of addressing the immunization shortfall. The workshop was organized under the Nigeria Healthcare Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp), implemented by the Kano State Ministry of Health in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the Nigeria…
Kano State Government has ordered a full-scale investigation into the death of two students at the Government Boarding Secondary School, Bichi. The students, identified as Hamza Idris-Tofawa and Umar Yusuf-Dungurawa, reportedly died after an attack by fellow students who allegedly used local metal objects known as “Gwale-Gwale” in what was described as a form of punishment. The State Commissioner for Education, Ali Haruna Makoda, gave the directive for an immediate and transparent investigation into the incident. Speaking through the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Bashir Baffa, Makoda said the government would ensure that justice was served. “It is an unfortunate…
New AC Milan signing, Luka Modric has explained why he joined the club from Real Madrid. Modric recently joined the Serie A giants after leaving Real Madrid following their exit from the Club World Cup. The veteran midfielder will wear the No. 14 shirt at AC Milan in the new season after signing a one-year deal with the club. However, the Croatia international said he decided to join Milan because he wanted to stay in Europe and continue his career. “Why AC Milan? I wanted to stay in Europe, continue playing competitive football,” Modric said (via MadridXtra). “I had some…
The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, in Gombe State has revealed that no fewer than 72 people lost their lives in 171 road traffic crashes between January and June 2025. The figures were disclosed by the Gombe Sector Commander of the FRSC, Felix Kaura, during an interview with newsmen on Wednesday. He noted that a total of 1,156 persons were involved in the various accidents recorded during the first half of the year. According to Kaura, “641 persons sustained varying degrees of injuries, while 443 went home unhurt.” He further broke down the data, explaining that “6.23 per cent of…
Bayern Munich attacking midfielder, Jamal Musiala has named Real Madrid defender, Antonio Rudiger as the toughest player he has faced in his career so far. Musiala and Rudiger are both international teammates with the Germany national team. Both players played against each other in the UEFA Champions League when Real Madrid and Bayern Munich clashed. When asked to name his toughest opponent, Musiala, who is currently recovery from an ankle injury he sustained against Paris Saint-Germain during the Club World Cup, said (via The Athletic): “Antonio Rüdiger. “We played against Real Madrid in the Champions League, and that was quite…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says Nigeria needs right operators of the constitution, not a perfect constitution, to lead in good governance and promotion of welfare and wellbeing of the citizenry. Obasanjo stated this in his remarks at the opening of a three-day National Summit on the Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy, organised by The Patriots, in collaboration with the Nigeria Political Summit Group, on Wednesday in Abuja. Obasanjo, in his remarks read by the Secretary-General, Eminent Patriots, Mr Olawale Okunniyi, said that while a nation’s constitution must reflect its history, its constituents and the aspiration of its people, “no constitution…
Argentina midfielder, Rodrigo De Paul is all set to join Inter Miami from Atletico Madrid this summer. According to Gastón Edul, De Paul will sign a 4-year contract with the Major League Soccer side. De Paul will now have the opportunity to re-unite with his Argentina national team-mate and close friend Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. Meanwhile, in another development, Manchester United have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Brentford attacker Bryan Mbeumo. This comes after Brentford raised Mbeumo’s price tag, stalling Man United’s pursuit of the player. Brentford reportedly upped their valuation of Mbeumo to £70m. Man United’s…
The South African government has been placed on high alert following intelligence reports suggesting a potential military coup plot. Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, disclosed this on Tuesday while presenting her department’s budget vote in Parliament. Ntshavheni said the country’s security cluster is monitoring the situation and has implemented preventive measures. “We’ve identified a potential risk of a coup d’état,” Ntshavheni said. “There are plans and systems in place to counter this and keep South Africans safe.” She assured lawmakers and the public that the situation is under control and that the country’s security is not under immediate threat,…
A Federal High Court in Lagos has discharged and acquitted former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, of all charges in the long-running N2.2 billion money laundering case filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. In a ruling delivered Tuesday morning, the court upheld Fayose’s no-case submission, declaring that the EFCC had failed to establish a prima facie case warranting him to enter a defence. Fayose had faced trial for several years over allegations of money laundering and financial misappropriation during his time as governor of Ekiti State. However, the court found the prosecution’s case to be…
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade and defender Ashleigh Plumptre have been named in the Group Stage Best XI at the ongoing 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The duo have played a key role in the Super Falcons’ impressive start at the competition. Plumptre, who started Nigeria’s opening two games against Tunisia and Botswana, caught the eye with her composure and defensive solidity. Ajibade has led by example, playing every minute of Nigeria’s three group games. The 25-year-old has provided driving runs, linking the midfield and attack. She was named Woman of the Match in Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over the Mares of…