A fresh public health emergency has been declared in Nigeria following the confirmation of yet another fatality linked to Lassa fever. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) …
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The Injustice of Sunday Jackson’s Death Sentence and the Failure of Nigeria’s Legal System
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesThe Nigerian Supreme Court’s recent decision to uphold the death sentence of Sunday Jackson is a damning reflection of a justice system that continues to fail its most vulnerable citizens. …
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Sports
Kenyan and Ethiopian Runners Dominate Lagos City Marathon Again as Nigerian Athlete Makes History
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesThe 2025 edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has once again been dominated by East African runners, as Kenyan and Ethiopian athletes claimed the top spots in the …
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Nigeria’s Battle Against Non-Communicable Diseases Rages on as $1.26 Billion Spent Annually on Treatments
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesNigeria is grappling with a staggering $1.26 billion in annual spending on healthcare treatments for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), cancer, and diabetes, diseases that collectively account for …
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Immigration
Saudi Arabia Limits Visas for Travelers from Nigeria and 13 Other Countries to Curb Unauthorized Hajj Pilgrimages and Ensure Safety
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesSaudi Arabia has recently enacted a major visa policy overhaul, restricting travelers from Nigeria and 13 other countries to single-entry visas, which will now be valid for only 30 days. …
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Africa News
IBM Exits Nigeria and Ghana as MIBB Takes Over Operations Across Africa
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesIBM’s decision to exit Nigeria, Ghana, and other key African markets marks a significant shift in the continent’s technology landscape. The company has played a crucial role in Africa’s digital …
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A major shake-up in the fight against corruption in global development projects has unfolded as the World Bank announced the 30-month debarment of two Nigerian companies, Viva Atlantic Limited and …
