UK's Youngest Dementia Patient Dies at 24
Andre Yarham, the UK's youngest dementia patient, has died at 24. His family donated his brain to science to help research into the cruel, rare disease. Learn the signs.
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Hollywood Star Evangeline Lilly Diagnosed with Brain Damage
Marvel actress Evangeline Lilly shares difficult diagnosis of brain damage from a traumatic head injury. Get the full story on her recovery journey and hopeful outlook.
Yobe Boat Accident Death Toll Rises to 29
The death toll from the Yobe boat accident has risen to 29. Search and rescue efforts continue as authorities cite overloading and structural defects as causes. Read the full report.
Nigerian Mum Dies in UK, Family Seeks Help
Damilola Balogun, a Nigerian mother of three in the UK, has died after fluid on the brain. Her family, left in financial crisis, is appealing for support for funeral costs and her children.
Chelle: Heart Surgery Caused Viral AFCON Water Moment
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle explains the real reason he was doused with water at AFCON 2023, linking it to a serious cardiac surgery. Read his full story and his calm approach to AFCON 2025.
Young Prof Segun Aina on Academia-Industry Collaboration
Professor Segun Aina, one of Nigeria's youngest Computer Engineering professors, discusses the imperative of town-gown collaboration for national development, tackling brain drain, and leveraging technology for growth.
PEPC Foundation Commissions Water Project in Ibeju-Lekki
PEPC Foundation provides clean water and food packs to Ibeju-Lekki residents. Founder Otunba Lukman Akinsanya plans nationwide expansion to combat waterborne diseases. Read more.
Six dead, four rescued in Lagos boat mishap
A passenger boat accident in Lagos has left six dead and four rescued. Authorities are searching for missing persons after the vessel hit a submerged object. Read the latest updates.
Nigeria's Health Sector: 2025 Challenges and Reforms
Nigeria's health sector faced Lassa fever outbreaks, a funding freeze, and a doctor exodus in 2025. Discover the government's response and restructuring efforts for 2026.
5 Signs Your 'Meruwa' Water is Unsafe
Cholera outbreaks in Nigeria are often linked to contaminated water. Learn the five critical signs to check before buying from jerrycan vendors ('Meruwa') to protect your family's health.
5 Signs Your 'Meruwa' Water is Unsafe
Learn the 5 critical signs that water from jerrycan vendors ('Meruwa') may be contaminated and could lead to cholera. Protect your family's health with these essential checks.
Heavy Metals Found in Yobe Water, Linked to Kidney Disease
A new report reveals dangerous levels of cadmium, lead, and arsenic in Yobe water samples, driving a decades-long kidney failure crisis. Researchers urge immediate action.
Two Teenagers Drown in Ibadan's Apete River
The Apete community in Ibadan mourns Abdullahi Sheriff, 15, and Adekitan Rasheed, 13, who drowned in a local river. Learn the details and urgent safety calls from residents.
Teenagers Drown in Apete River, Ibadan
Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.
Detty December: More Than Fun, A Diaspora Brain Gain Gateway
Detty December 2024 drove record tourism & ₦1.02B box office revenue in Nigeria. Explore how this cultural movement fuels economic growth and diaspora reconnection for long-term national impact.
PENGASSAN laments high cost of living, urges salary review
PENGASSAN President Festus Osifo warns of a massive brain drain in Nigeria's oil sector due to devaluation and stagnant wages. The union demands urgent salary reviews and criticizes economic policies.
Tyla Leads Spotify Africa, Beats Burna Boy, Tems
South African singer Tyla is now Africa's most-streamed artist on Spotify, overtaking Nigerian stars Burna Boy and Tems. Discover her meteoric rise to global fame.
Pure Water Sells for N200 in Lokoja Holiday Traffic Jam
A Nigerian lady stuck on the Abuja-Lokoja road exposes how hawkers sell sachet water for up to N200. Read her shocking experience and public reactions to the annual gridlock.
Water Ministry Goes Paperless with 1GOV Digital System
The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has launched the 1GOV ECM system, ending paper-based operations. This digital shift promises improved service delivery and transparency for Nigerians. Read more about this transformative step.
Former Man City Star Age Hareide Passes Away at 72
Norwegian football legend Age Hareide, former Manchester City player and Denmark coach, dies at 72 after brain cancer battle. Tributes pour in from clubs and fans worldwide.
Man kills childhood friend over sachet water in Niger
Niger State Police arrest Abdulazeez Abubakar for allegedly stabbing Sadiq Sani to death after an argument over 'pure water'. Read the shocking details of the tragedy.
Man stabs friend to death over pure water argument in Niger
A minor dispute over sachet water for ablution turned fatal in Minna, as a 23-year-old man allegedly stabbed his 20-year-old friend. Police have arrested the suspect. Read the shocking details.
Man kills friend over sachet water in Minna
A minor disagreement over sachet water for ablution in Minna turned fatal, leaving one dead. Angry youths demand justice. Read the full story.
Brain Drain Crisis: 60% of UNILAG Academics Have Left Nigeria
Nigeria's public universities are on the brink as thousands of lecturers emigrate. UNILAG lost 60% of its staff, causing a 1:60 student-teacher ratio. This crisis threatens accreditation and graduate quality nationwide. Read the full report.
Razzl's 'Normal is Boring' Campaign Rewards Creativity
Razzl's youth-driven 'Normal is Boring' campaign, featuring Brain Jotter & Emmanuella, trended on X and awarded ₦4 million to 40 Nigerians. Discover how it championed originality.
FETHI CMD: Collective Effort Needed to Stop Brain Drain
Prof. Adekunle Ajayi, outgoing CMD of FETHI, urges a national, multi-faceted strategy to combat brain drain, citing poor pay, insecurity, and poor infrastructure as key drivers. He highlights his 8-year achievements.
Rivers Community Protests 2-Year Power, Water Outage
Women in Kula, Rivers State, protest lack of electricity and water for over two years despite hosting major oil firms. They plead for government intervention amid a health crisis.
IDU 2025 Outreach: Free Health Screening, Water for Isale Eko
Isale-Eko Descendants Union kicks off 2025 community wellness with free health checks, clean water distribution, and a heritage walk. Join the movement for a healthier Lagos Island.
Church Leaders' Daughter Dumps Christianity for Ancestral Worship
The daughter of an apostle and a deaconess reveals why she abandoned Christianity to become a water priestess, embracing her ancestors' way. Discover her parents' reaction and the online debate it sparked.
PENGASSAN warns of oil sector brain drain over low pay
PENGASSAN warns Nigeria's oil sector faces a severe brain drain due to low wages and economic hardship. Union President Festus Osifo urges immediate action to close the wage gap and retain skilled workers.
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