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Month: December 2023

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Africa

Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act Challenged In Court

One of the world's harshest anti-homosexuality laws is being challenged in the Ugandan courts by rights groups. The law has caused global outrage, with the World Bank halting new loans to Uganda and the US imposing visa restrictions on key officials. Anyone convicted of being involved in homosexual acts face life imprisonment under the law which was enacted in May. Rights groups have asked judges to annul the law, arguing […]

todayDecember 19, 2023

Entertainment

Marvel Drops Jonathan Majors After Domestic Assault Conviction

Emmy-nominated actor Jonathan Majors has been dropped by Marvel Studios after he was convicted of assaulting his then-girlfriend. On Monday, a jury in New York found that Majors, 34, attacked and harassed British choreographer Grace Jabbari during an argument in March. Following the verdict, a Marvel spokesperson said the studio would no longer work with the actor. Majors could face up to a year in prison when sentenced in February. […]

todayDecember 19, 2023

Foreign

Earthquake Kills Over 100 In China

At least 118 people have been killed in north-west China in the country's deadliest earthquake in 13 years. The 6.2 magnitude quake hit mountainous Gansu province around midnight on Monday (16:00 GMT), also shaking neighbouring Qinghai. Fatalities may rise with hundreds reported injured in icy conditions. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered thousands of rescue crew to the region, among the poorest and most diverse in China. On Tuesday, footage […]

todayDecember 19, 2023

Health

Utilize Interventions To Reduce Prevalence Of Malaria -NMEP

By Florence Adewale The National Malaria Elimination Programme, NMEP has called on Nigerians to ensure adequate utilization of interventions aimed at reducing the prevalence of malaria in the country. The National Coordinator of the programme, Godwin Ntadom made this known in Abuja at an Advocacy Focused Media Dissemination Meeting with the Civil Society In Malaria Control, Immunisation and Nutrition, said most of the interventions such as mosquito nets distributed to […]

todayDecember 19, 2023

General

HOR : FRCN’s Ibrahim Shehu Wins Best Radio Reporter Award

By Oduyemi Odumade Ibrahim Shehu of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN Headquarters has been recognized as the best Radio reporter for the House of Representatives Press Corps for 2023. At an award ceremony in Abuja, the National President, Nigerian Union Journalists, Chief Chris Isiguzo said the up to date and comprehensive reportage of National Assembly proceedings by the Press Corps has made citizens more informed about legislative activities. […]

todayDecember 19, 2023

Health

Healthcare Delivery To Receive A Boost In Rural Areas

ByFlorence Adewale Healthcare delivery in rural areas will soon receive a boost. This is because the Federal Government through the Basic Healthcare Funds is planning to increase facilities in Primary Heath Care Centers from eight thousand to seventeen thousand. The Cordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare Professor, Ali Pate made this known in Abuja at the Northern Traditional Leaders Committee on Primary Healthcare Delivery Fourth Quarter Review Meeting. According […]

todayDecember 19, 2023

Featured

Yuletide: 350 Widows, PWDs Receive Helpline Foundation Gifts

  By Remi Johnson In the spirit of Christmas, 350 Widows, Persons with Disabilities and other Vulnerable people have received food stuff, clothes and other items. The President, Helpline Foundation for the Needy, Dr. Jumai Ahmadu while distributing the gifts to beneficiaries, said the programme was in collaboration with Mrs.Chinasa Ohaa, the President of Right Care Foundation and Mrs. Mariam Haruna, of the Ladies of Grace. Ahmadu explained that the […]

todayDecember 18, 2023

Featured

Christmas : IGP Harps On Synergy To Curb Criminal Activities

  By Aisha Adesanya In a significant move to further secure the nation ahead of the Yuletide season, the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, has convened a meeting with Strategic Police Managers in Abuja. At the meeting the IGP emphasized the critical need for seamless collaboration among law enforcement agencies, particularly with the festive season approaching. He praised the Force for its significant strides in crime prevention, crediting […]

todayDecember 18, 2023

Local

NSCDC Restrategizes For Hitch Free Yuletide

  By Nkiru Njenanze Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ahmed Abubakar Audi has ordered Zonal Commanders and Commandants in charge of the 36 State Commands and the Federal Capital Territory to redouble efforts in tightening security for a hitch-free yuletide season. In a statement by the Corp's Public Relations Officer, Babawale Afolabi, the CG says that in obeying the order to the latter, proper […]

todayDecember 18, 2023