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UN urges Africa to invest in people to meet 2030 goals
United Nations logo The United Nations has called on African governments, the private sector and development partners to scale up investments in people, mobilise sustainable financing and strengthen partnerships to accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals. Speaking at the Africa Social Impact Summit 2026 in Lagos on Saturday, the UNFPA Representative in Nigeria, Ms…
Benue Health Commissioner Denies Mpox Outbreak in the State
It nonetheless urged anyone experiencing fever along with unexplained rashes or blisters to seek prompt medical care at the nearest health facility. Benue is located in Nigeria’s North-Central region. The Benue State Government has dismissed reports of a Mpox outbreak in the state, saying no case has been confirmed, following the emergence of social media…
John Momoh Urges Nigerians in Diaspora to ‘Believe in Nigeria’s Future’
The Channels Media Group CEO described Nigeria as the “mecca of the Black race,” conceding the country faces numerous challenges but maintaining that its prospects outweigh them. Channels media group chairman and CEO, Dr John Momoh. The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Channels Media Group, Dr. John Momoh, has urged Nigerians living abroad to…
NPC Introduces Full Digital Birth, Death Registration in Ebonyi
To complete their documentation, applicants must provide a valid affidavit, a published newspaper notice, and a certified Deed Poll issued by a licensed legal practitioner. Ebonyi is located in Nigeria’s South-East region. The National Population Commission (NPC) has officially commenced full digital registration of births and deaths under the Electronic Civil Registration and Vital Statistics…
India’s Education Minister Steps Down Amid Nationwide Protests
Lede: Student-led demonstrations, driven largely by social media and organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), erupted over leaked exam papers, with the group now pushing for broad reforms to the education system. Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters celebrate the resignation of India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July…
Adeleke Alleges Sabotage, Orders Repairs As Newly Opened ₦8.5bn Osogbo Flyover Develops Structural Faults
The 672-metre flyover was officially opened on July 1, 2026, as part of a ₦100bn multi-flyover infrastructure master plan designed to transform transport networks across Osogbo, Ile-Ife, Owode-Ede, and Ikirun. Osun state governor Ademola Adeleke inspecting the damaged section of the Lameco flyover and given a brief by an engineer. Photo: Ademola Adeleke/X Osun State…
Trump Takes Aim at ‘Fake News’ at Rescheduled White House Correspondents’ DinnerConfirmed — this checks out.
The 80-year-old opened on a relatively conciliatory note, looking back on the shooting incident that forced his evacuation from the dinner in April. US President Donald Trump speaks during the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) Dinner at the Waldorf Astoria in Washington, DC, on July 24, 2026. Photo by MANDEL NGAN / AFP US…
Court Orders NDLEA To Destroy ₦480bn Meth Facility
The court however excluded the destruction of some contentious chemicals following the objections from the defendants. A court gavel The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has granted the request of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to dismantle a clandestine laboratory allegedly used for the production of methamphetamine, a psychotropic substance similar to…
IGP Orders Personnel To Deploy Force Against People Bearing Illegal Arms
The IGP also tasked youths in Benue State to work with the police on intelligence gathering against all forms for criminality. Inspector General Of Police, Tunji Disu The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed personnel across the country to deal decisively with those bearing illegal firearms. He urged them to apply Force Order…
Nigeria Focused on Becoming an Industrialized Nation — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima urged nations across the continent to prepare themselves and make the most of the resources the region possesses. Shettima speaking at the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) in the Republic of Benin on July 24, 2026 The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said it is time for African nations to take…
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