Professor Criticises Livestock Ministry on Protein Crisis
A professor at MOUAU says the new Livestock Ministry hasn't solved Nigeria's animal protein shortage. He calls for unbundling NAPRI and establishing a Southeast research centre.
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House Approves Jail, 10-Year Ban for Vote Buyers
Nigeria's House of Representatives has passed stricter penalties for electoral offences, including jail terms and a 10-year election ban for vote buyers. The reforms also mandate real-time electronic transmission of results.
Experts Urge Policy Action on Nigeria's Sickle Cell Burden
Health experts call for sustained policies and public education to tackle Nigeria's high sickle cell disease burden. They stress genotype testing and ending discrimination.
Balkan Model: How to Stop a Cattle Disease Outbreak
As France battles lumpy skin disease, experts point to the Balkans' 2016 success: rapid vaccination and culls controlled the outbreak in months. Learn the key strategies.
French Farmers Protest Cattle Culls Over Disease Control
France's agriculture minister urges farmers to trust government's cattle culling and vaccination plan to control lumpy skin disease, as protests block roads. Read the full story.
Ginger Farmers Face Dwindling Yields, Rising Pest Infestations
Nigeria's ginger sector is in crisis as fungal blight decimates crops, causing over N12bn losses and a 74% export drop. Experts call for disease-resistant seeds and value chain investment to save the industry.
3-Hour Power Outage in Anambra This Sunday
FirstPower announces a planned 3-hour power outage in parts of Anambra on Sunday, Dec 7, for a critical transformer upgrade. Details on affected areas and the reason behind the service disruption.
414 Mpox Cases, 6 Deaths in 33 Nigerian States
Health experts raise alarm as NCDC confirms 414 Mpox cases and six deaths across 33 states. Stakeholders call for stronger surveillance, vaccination, and public education to curb the persistent spread.
Power Outage Cripples Life in Adamawa, Taraba
A planned week-long power outage in Adamawa and Taraba states disrupts daily life and businesses. Residents face darkness as YEDC conducts critical maintenance. Read more.
FG Made 4 Emergency Cholera Vaccine Requests - WHO
As Nigeria battles a worsening cholera outbreak with over 22,000 cases, the FG sought emergency vaccine allocations four times. Learn about the global response and impact.
Nigeria's Plan for Dairy Self-Sufficiency by 2050
The Federal Government has launched a comprehensive plan to revolutionize Nigeria's dairy sector, aiming to meet rising demand and reverse decades of underperformance through strategic reforms and partnerships.
Common Sweetener Sorbitol Linked to Liver Disease
New research reveals sorbitol, a common sweetener in sugar-free gum and drinks, may trigger deadly liver disease by disrupting gut bacteria. Learn the risks.
Lions Club supports Hansen's disease settlers in Ogun
Sagamu Metropolitan Lions Club provided food and supplies to Oke-Eriwo Hansen Disease Settlement during World Service Day. The humanitarian visit addressed critical needs of residents.
Student Mauled to Death by Pit Bulls She Was Pet-Sitting
Madison Riley, a 23-year-old college student, was fatally attacked by three pit bulls she was pet-sitting in Texas. Read the full story and the community's response.
95% on HIV Treatment Can't Transmit Virus - NACA
NACA reports 95% of Nigerians on HIV treatment achieve viral suppression, preventing transmission. Nigeria makes progress toward ending AIDS by 2030 despite funding challenges.
Ogun Records Significant HIV/AIDS Reduction - Commissioner
Ogun State reports major HIV/AIDS progress: 30,000 on free ARVs, 96% status awareness. Commissioner Coker reveals targets for 2030 elimination. Read the breakthrough.
Jakarta bans dog, cat, bat meat to fight rabies
Jakarta's governor has signed a new regulation prohibiting the sale and consumption of dog, cat, and bat meat to prevent rabies transmission. Learn about the six-month grace period and potential sanctions for violators.
Mother arrested for sexually assaulting daughter in Delta
28-year-old mother arrested in Delta State for sexually assaulting her 3-year-old daughter, transmitting STI. Police confirm case after father's report. Shocking details emerge.
National Assembly Advances Sickle Cell Disease Bill
Senator Sunday Marshall Katung sponsors crucial bill to address Nigeria's sickle cell crisis. The legislation aims to establish treatment centers and promote local drug production to save lives.
GIS Day 2025: Nigerian Experts Push Health Tech Collaboration
Health experts at Nigeria's 2025 World GIS Day emphasized innovative collaboration using Geographic Information Systems to advance health equity and disease eradication across Africa.
Nigeria's Power Grid Operates at 40% Capacity
Nigeria's electricity crisis deepens as power plants generate only 5,000MW despite 13,000MW capacity. Transmission failures and DisCo inefficiencies blamed for the massive gap.
MSF expands diphtheria response in Northern Nigeria
Médecins Sans Frontières escalates diphtheria intervention across Borno, Kano, and Bauchi states amid rising cases. Learn how the health crisis is unfolding and what's needed to contain it.
Terminally ill woman, 25, chooses assisted dying
Annaliese Holland, 25, ends lifelong suffering from rare autoimmune disease through voluntary assisted dying. Her courageous story highlights end-of-life choices.
Do Alec and Kaleb Get Paid for Shriners Commercials?
Discover the truth about Alec Cabacungan and Kaleb-Wolf De Melo Torres' earnings from charity commercials and their impressive net worth in 2025. Learn about their inspiring journey with Osteogenesis Imperfecta.
Paul Saladino's Carnivore Diet Journey and Controversies
Explore Dr. Paul Saladino's controversial rise promoting carnivore diet, his medical background, business ventures, and why he modified his extreme meat-only approach.
No Abduction at Owerri Substation - Police
Imo State Police clarify the Egbu substation incident was an operational dispute, not an abduction. Get the latest facts on this developing story.
Sokoto Records 8 Dengue Fever Cases
Sokoto State confirms 8 Dengue fever cases. Health officials urge vigilance, proper case management, and community action to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.
5 Vandals Arrested for Damaging TCN's Otukpo-Yandev Line
Local vigilantes in Benue State apprehend five suspects vandalizing TCN's 132kV transmission line. Critical infrastructure protection efforts yield success as community collaboration strengthens.
Cholera Outbreak Kills 10 in Adamawa
A deadly cholera outbreak has struck Adamawa State, claiming 10 lives and hospitalizing dozens. Health authorities race against time to contain the spread as communities face water contamination crisis.
Gum Disease Linked to Higher Brain Damage Risk
Groundbreaking Nigerian research reveals how poor oral health could be damaging your brain. Find out why your dentist visits might be more crucial than you thought.
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