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Nigerian Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating pediatric HIV and strengthening Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) services as part of its goal to end HIV/AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. During the National HIV Health Sector Symposium in Abuja, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, highlighted…
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Super Falcons of Nigeria has advanced to the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco after a dramatic 2-1 victory over South Africa. The match was closely contested and nearly went into extra time, but defender Michelle Alozie scored a late, winning goal in the 94th minute with a long-range shot, after a setup…
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Governor Hope Uzodimma has inaugurated a 15-member Imo State Boundary Committee aimed at resolving boundary disputes and restoring peace in affected communities. Led by Deputy Governor Lady Chinyere Ekomaru, the committee has been tasked with legally addressing boundary issues to promote stability and prosperity within the state. The governor on emphasizing the importance of peaceful…
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Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee has maintained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 27.5% for the third time in 2025. Governor Olayemi Cardoso announced that other parameters, including the asymmetric corridor, cash reserve ratio, and liquidity ratio, were also retained. The decision aims to reduce inflation and address emerging monetary pressures. Additionally, the…
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Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Burita has visited North Macedonia for talks with his counterpart, Timco Mucunski. They discussed strengthening political ties and developing cooperation in economy, tourism, culture, and infrastructure. While Mucunski emphasized the importance of the relationship beyond politics, proposing a Business Forum in Morocco to boost trade and investment, Both ministers highlighted shared…
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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has attempted to resume her duties at the National Assembly but was denied entry. Despite arriving with supporters and making multiple attempts to gain access, she was stopped at the gates and unable to enter due to a locked gate. Displeased by the move, she announced she will consult her legal team…
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National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria’s economy grew by 3.13% year-on-year in real terms in Q1 2025, following a GDP rebasing using 2019 as the base year. This marks a 0.86 percentage point increase from 2.27% in Q1 2024. The NBS also revised GDP growth rates for previous years: -6.96% in 2020,…
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Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Iran will not halt its nuclear enrichment program, despite severe damage from U.S. strikes on its facilities, While Enrichment is currently paused due to the damage, Araghchi emphasized it as a matter of national pride. Additionally, Iran is set to meet Britain, France, and Germany in Istanbul on…
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leading Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for excluding the South-East and South-South regions from recent federal parastatal board appointments, including key agencies like the Bank of Industry. The group labeled the exclusions as a breach of the Federal Character Principle and called for immediate action to restore…
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At least 19 people have died after a Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s Uttara neighborhood during school hours. The crash injured over 50 individuals, including children and adults, many with burns, and caused extensive damage to the building. Videos showed a large fire and thick smoke following…
