FG warns of new COVID-19 variants, orders hospitals to be vigilant
Following the circulation of the newly detected XEC COVID-19 variant in 29 countries globally, the federal government has directed all the chief medical directors and medical directors of tertiary hospitals to immediately activate alert systems throughout the hospitals for a high index of suspicion in patients with COVID-like symptoms.
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Izu Ojukwu’s ’77: The FESTAC Conspiracy’ rekindles history
Ahead of its much anticipated release, a star-studded event at Imax Lekki recently celebrated the upcoming film, ’77: The FESTAC Conspiracy.’
Gov Alia awards full scholarship to 44 BSU first class graduates
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue state has offered fully funded Masters Degree scholarships to the 44 First Class graduands at the 22nd, 23rd and 24th combined convocation ceremony of the Benue State University, BSU, Makurdi 17,925 graduands were at the ceremony on Saturday conferred with Bachelor’s Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s and […]
EFCC: Stakeholders set anti-corruption agenda for youths, parents
By Dennis Agbo Anti-corruption agencies and organizations have proffered solutions on how Nigeria youths could be rescued from their present lust for illicit wealth acquisition through different corrupt practices such as internet fraud. The stakeholders who offered their submissions at the Town hall meeting in commemoration of the 2024 International anti-corruption Day at the South […]
Nigerian Engineer invents drone to improve mining safety
A Nigerian engineer, Lukman Alabede, has invented a drone capable of monitoring dangerous mining environments and protecting workers.
Uncontrolled borehole drilling threatens Nigeria’s water future, poses health concerns – Fidelis Adigwe
By Ayo Onikoyi Environmental Geologist Fidelis Adigwe has called on the Nigerian government to quickly implement and enforce tougher rules on borehole drilling to protect the groundwater reserve. With over eight years of hands-on experience across hundreds of water projects, Adigwe cautions that drilling without proper controls puts one of Nigeria’s most important natural resources […]
