The report by SBM Intelligence ranked Kano first among eight surveyed locations on a composite quality-of-life index that measured safety, affordability, childcare access, healthcare, education, electricity supply, and other indicators affecting family wellbeing. The post…
Month: June 2026
Cholera kills 37 in Borno, endangers 3,000 lives
He noted that more than 100 new cases were recorded within the last 24 hours, while Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC) remained the epicentre of the outbreak with over 2,000 reported cases. The post Cholera kills…
Women’s FA Cup Final: Nnadozie eyes Wembley glory with Brighton
For the Nigerian international, the occasion represents more than just a cup final. It is an opportunity to crown a remarkable debut season in English football with silverware and further cement her reputation as one…
FAAN, Lagos govt step up Ebola surveillance at airport
“Prompt detection, reporting and response are essential to preventing the spread of any infectious disease within the airport environment and beyond,” an official said. The post FAAN, Lagos govt step up Ebola surveillance at airport…
Atiku’s visit to Amaechi: What it means for ADC after disputed primary
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s visit to Rotimi Amaechi in Abuja on Thursday was publicly presented as a birthday courtesy call and an opportunity to discuss Nigeria’s worsening economic and security challenges The post Atiku’s…
Why subsidy removal, FX reforms caused unavoidable economic shocks — Oyedele
According to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, the economic disruptions that followed the removal of petrol subsidy and foreign exchange reforms were expected as part of efforts to…
Group warns against tobacco industry still targeting Nigerian youths despite control laws
The group warned that despite years of tobacco control campaigns and existing laws, Nigerian adolescents remain vulnerable to nicotine addiction due to weak enforcement of the National Tobacco Control Act. The post Group warns against…
Peter Obi reels out a plan for Nigeria, says Kwankwaso won’t be ‘a spare tyre’
Mr Obi said his administration would prioritise partnership with Mr Kwankwaso, his running mate, to move Nigeria forward. The post Peter Obi reels out a plan for Nigeria, says Kwankwaso won’t be ‘a spare tyre’…
Amusan storms to first Diamond League win of 2026 with record-breaking run in Rabat
The 29-year-old stormed to victory in 12.28 seconds, equalling her season’s best and finishing comfortably ahead of her rivals The post Amusan storms to first Diamond League win of 2026 with record-breaking run in Rabat…
SSS arrest five suspects linked to abduction of 300 schoolchildren in Niger State
An SSS insider told this newspaper that the suspects were apprehended during coordinated intelligence-led operations that led to the recovery of 15 AK-103 rifles, 15 magazines and 1,434 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition. The post…