A smoke-free Nigeria is possible: Learning from Sweden’s public health revolution
By Dr. Akinwande Puddicombe – Public Health Expert On November 13, 2024, Sweden became the first country in Europe to officially achieve “smoke-free” status, with just 4.5% of its Swedish-born adults smoking. This milestone, reached 16 years ahead of the European Union target, offers a profound lesson for Nigeria and the global community: there is […]
Army dismantles 20 illegal refineries, arrests oil thieves, seizes 190,000 litre
Nigerian Army said on Sunday that its troops in operations conducting anti-oil theft operations have destroyed 20 illegal refining sites, arrested 11 crude oil thieves
PDP’ll produce more governors in 2027 – NWC
The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said the party will produce more state governors and take over governance at the centre in 2027.
Kemi Badenoch calls for fresh probe into ‘rape gangs scandal’ in UK
Nigerian-born Kemi Badenoch, leader of the British opposition Conservative Party, has called for a comprehensive inquiry to uncover those who turned a blind eye to the grooming gangs responsible for the rape of thousands of girls in the UK.
Aiyedatiwa declares three- day mourning for late SSG
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state has declared a three-day mourning and prayers in honour of the State Secretary to Government SSG, Hon Tayo Oluwatuyi.
Ebonyi Police arrest 17 suspects over lynching man accused of witchcraft
The Ebonyi State police command has arrested 17 suspects for allegedly lynching a man accused of witchcraft at Enohia Itim village in Afikpo North Loccal Government Area.
