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Cancer: Nigeria empowers patients with N50m lifetime
….As 200 beneficiaries get N100.000 each AKOR SYLVESTER, Abuja The federal government has unveiled a N50 million Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) Fund to support cancer patients to enable them to meet the challenges of transportation, accommodation, feeding and other non-medical issues. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Adekunle Salako, who
Nigeria, Poland explore strategic partnership on digital economy, defence, others
Nigeria is ready for business and under the leadership of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the country is committed to deepening ties with the Republic of Poland in different sectors of the economy, the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima has said. This, he said, can be done in the areas of defence cooperation, digital economy
Abbas: Nigeria Needs Modern Data System to Achieve $1tn Economy
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has warned that Nigeria cannot achieve its ambition of becoming a $1 trillion economy without a credible and modern statistical framework. Speaking at a public hearing on the proposed Statistics Bill, 2025, Abbas said the legislation would repeal the outdated Statistics Act of 2007 and introduce a
BREAKING: Nigeria on High Alert as Gov’t Introduces Traveller Screening at Borders to Prevent Ebola
The Federal Government through the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has announced response measures to guard against the potential importation of the Bundibugyo ebolavirus disease (BEBOV). The move follows reported outbreaks of the virus in parts of East and Central Africa, including the Democratic Republic of Congo. In a statement issued on Tuesday in
Nigeria Beat Jamaica To Retain Unity Cup
Super Eagles of Nigeria A brace from Alhassan Yusuf and a goal from Terem Moffi were enough to seal a 3-0 victory for the Super Eagles against Jamaica, as they successfully claimed a 4th Unity Cup title. Head coach Eric Chelle’s tactical setup and standout individual contributions from new faces guided a second-string Nigerian side
Italy and Nigeria Forge a Permanent Dialogue Through Urban Regeneration and Creative Synergy
Marking a milestone in international cultural and economic diplomacy, the 10th edition of the Italian Design Day (IDD) in Nigeria has successfully laid the groundwork for a permanent bilateral dialogue spanning research, architecture, and urban planning. Organised by the “Sistema Italia“—comprising the Italian Embassy in Abuja, the Consulate General in Lagos, and the Italian Trade
Nigeria Is Bleeding: You Are The Answer By Rev. Dr. Adenike Victor-Tade
Nigeria stands today at a critical crossroads. Across the nation, the cries of pain, fear, frustration, and uncertainty have become louder than ever. Communities are mourning. Families are struggling. Young people are losing hope. Businesses are closing. The nation is bleeding. The question is no longer, “Who is responsible?” The more pressing question is, “Who
Why Nigeria need more Portugal-type friendlies —Super Eagles star who swapped shirts with Ronaldo explains
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Onyemaechi Bruno, Ogbu Igoh and Moses for Nigeria. Copyright: ImagoxVincentxKAMTOx
Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s performance in their...
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World Cup betting markets shift after Jordan Henderson’s bizarre celebration injury
Jordan Henderson, the 36-year-old England midfielder, will miss the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a serious wrist and forearm injury during post-match celebrations on July 6. He wasn’t even playing when it happened. Henderson was an unused substitute in England’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico in the round of 16. The
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Kraken’s World Cup debut and Brazil’s collapse: what crypto gets from the beautiful game
Brazil came into the 2026 World Cup as one of the tournament favorites. They left in the Round of 16, beaten 2-1 by Norway, undone in part by a tactical decision that raised eyebrows across the footballing world: deploying 34-year-old Casemiro as a central striker, a position he hadn’t occupied in years. Haaland scored both
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FIFA overturns Balogun’s red card, Trump intervenes for US World Cup match
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7424790/2026/07/06/folarin-balogun-red-belgium-explanation/ FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee has overturned the red card suspension of Folarin Balogun, a key player for the U.S. Men’s National Team, allowing him to participate in the upcoming Round of 16 match against Belgium. This decision, made under Article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, places Balogun on a one-year probationary period, enabling him
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UK Foreign Secretary Warns World Cannot Wait for ‘AI Hiroshima’ Before Acting
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has warned that the world cannot wait for an AI equivalent of Hiroshima before acting, urging global powers to build consensus on artificial intelligence (AI) safety principles and standards. Cooper made the case in an essay, positioning Britain to lead international talks on the technology. ...