Only 3 in 10 Nigerian babies receive exclusive breastmilk, UNICEF
… Calls on employers, health workers, families to support mothersBy Chioma Obinna The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) on Monday called for stronger support from employers, healthcare workers and families to improve breastfeeding practices in Nigeria, warning that too many babies are being denied the life-saving benefits of early and exclusive breastfeeding. However, in her […]
FG seeks Israeli expertise to strengthen border security, combat cross-border crimes
The Federal Government has sought Israeli expertise in border security as part of efforts to curb cross-border crimes and strengthen national security.
ActionAid backs Tinubu’s call for people-centred projects over unnecessary flyovers
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s call on state governors to prioritise people-centred projects over the construction of flyovers in areas where they are not needed. In a statement signed by its Country Director, Dr. Andrew Mamedu, the organisation said governments at all levels should focus public spending […]
37 Nigerians repatriated from Türkiye arrive Abuja
The agency explained that the exercise included documentation, profiling, medical screening and the provision of immediate humanitarian assistance before the returnees were referred to the appropriate authorities for reintegration.
Apple launches legal appeal over UK demand for user data
Apple has filed a new legal challenge against the UK government’s latest attempt to gain access to users’ encrypted data, the US tech giant confirmed to AFP on Monday.
CBCN right to raise concerns over insecurity, economy — Don
By Kafayat Kokumo The Executive Director of Development Specs Academy, Prof. Okey Ikechukwu, has defended the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) over its recent engagement with President Bola Tinubu, saying the bishops were justified in raising concerns about insecurity, economic hardship and governance. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Ikechukwu said the bishops were […]
