…or not that was the case, his death reminds us of a reality often overlooked in Nigeria: falls are a major health threat facing older adults. Studies from Spain, Italy and Brazil consistently show that between one-quarter and one-third of adults aged 70 years and above experience at least one fall each year. Nigerian s…
…the Creator! "REPENT! Take off that abomination of Jezebel before the wrath of God falls on you!"
…Monday, October 26, 2026, compared with ₦1,361.84 recorded at Friday's close.The naira falls in the official window and holds steady in the parallel market. ImagesThe latest movement represents a depreciation of ₦5.77, reflecting persistent pressure on the currency amid declining foreign exchange transactions.PAY A…
…appreciating by 32 kobo, or 0.02%, to N1,334.40 per dollar from N1,334.72/$1.Naira falls against pound and euroThe naira recorded losses against other major currencies at the official market.Against the British pound, the local currency depreciated by N10.55 to N1,798.28/£1 from N1,787.73/£1 on Wednesday.It also weaken…
…details with fraudsters. The CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, who explained that the act falls under financial crimes that attract severe punishment, gave the warning during the stakeholders’ meeting themed, “Central Bank of Nigeria Listens Programme,” held at Jogor Event Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State. Cardoso, who spoke thr…
…medication errors, healthcare-associated infections, diagnostic errors, patient falls and unsafe clinical procedures as potential sources of preventable harm. She said nurses should question unclear prescriptions, report unsafe practices and communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals rather than assume…
…the cross and appears to try to move it. However, due to its weight, the cross cross falls on him and he crashes to the ground. The post claims he survived with a minor injury. There has been no official confirmation about the origin, exact location, church, identity of the person, or full context. This comes days afte…
…Limited filling stations as of the time of reporting. The post Landing cost of petrol falls to N1,283.81/litre appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Ga., Monday afternoon, officials said. Edge allegedly barged into the home on McNatt Falls Road in Uvalda, Ga., and launched the deadly attack, firing her gun five times. Wallace Edge and Cook were shot a combined four times and were pronounced dead at the scene from the gunshot wounds, WTOC reported. Cook's 55-year-ol…
…bushmeat. 9. Seek medical help early and give the full story: The agency said anyone who falls ill, particularly after recent travel to an affected country or contact with a suspected or confirmed case, should seek prompt medical attention and give health workers accurate travel and exposure information. To report a su…
…actor from Office Space and Star Trek, dead at 78.ImagesBorn in 1948 in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, Riehle developed a passion for performance that took him through the University of Notre Dame and later to the University of Minnesota, where he earned a Master of Fine Arts degree.That academic grounding gave him a craf…
…day of the month following the one in which the work was carried out. If that deadline falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday, payment must be made on the preceding working day.Germany: 5 categories excluded from the minimum wageNot everyone working in Germany benefits from the increase. The following five cate…
Fire is currently raging on Otedola Bridge towards the Berger axis of Lagos after a diesel tanker fell off the bridge and exploded.Videos from the scene show heavy smoke billowing into the sky as the fire raged on.Men of the Lagos State Fire Service are already at the scene of the incident, fighting to put out the fire…
A man has lost his life after falling from the Goliath rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia theme park. The incident occurred at approximately 3:58 p.m. local time, on Monday, October 12, when several people were reported injured, and one person died, the Cobb County Police Department said in a statement. "We are de…
…holiday closures. Photo @USinNigeriaUS Embassy Holiday Dates in 2026The first closure falls on Monday, October 12, for Columbus Day, one of 11 federal holidays formally recognised by the United States government. The holiday marks Christopher Columbus's 1492 Atlantic crossing, widely credited with setting off sustained…
…that the dollar traded at N1,332.10, compared with N1,331.77 recorded on Wednesday.Naira falls against the dollar as official FX turnover rises sharply to $326.12 million. Photo: BloombergImagesThe movement represented a depreciation of 33 kobo, or approximately 0.02%, against the dollar.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking ne…
…Trinity University, Yaba, Lagos, was designed to expose students to the distractions, pitfalls and social vices they could encounter when they gain admission into tertiary institutions. Speaking to the students, Jegede said the choices they made at their present stage could determine the kind of future they would have,…
…(up N195)Nigerian depot prices rise as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz falls. Photo ImagesWhat the price increases mean for marketersWhen crude prices rise internationally, Nigerian depot operators face higher costs to replenish their stocks, which can lead them to revise wholesale prices even when current…
Christmas Day falls on a Friday in 2026 and is recognised as a public holiday in Nigeria, affecting schools and institutions throughout the West African nationFor some states, the holiday arrives towards the end of the first term for primary and secondary schoolsNigerians love holidays because they offer a mix of deep…
…occupation code carries its own going rate, and workers can check where their role falls using the government's going rates table.UK healthcare worker visa: When lower salary may qualifyThe government has provided for situations where applicants earn below the standard threshold. Workers whose jobs appear on the immigr…
…Institutions (ASSBIFI) has declared that Nigeria's N70,000 national minimum wage falls far short of what workers need to live with dignity, saying the amount cannot cover even the most basic household expenses.As reported by Vanguard, the union made the remarks on Wednesday, October 7, in Lagos during its commemoration…
…been talking about for years. But each time we raise these concerns, you know, it just falls on deaf ears. That’s why they can come up and say we have moved from 24 to 29, and that we have made a giant leap. The illustration about the tortoise and the hare that I made, I think, should help us realise that we’re celebra…
US Second Lady Usha Vance briefly lost her footing while stepping off a helicopter on Monday, October 5, with her baby, Alec, secured to her body, according to footage aired by C-SPAN.Vance appeared to stumble near the bottom of the aircraft's steps but regained her balance and continued walking without falling. Vice P…
…this may have caused you."5 Ikeja Electric feeders record power supply shortfallsThe 33-IsoloTCN-AIRPORT feeder in Oshodi recorded the most significant disruption, receiving no electricity supply on September 30 and only 4.52 hours on October 1.Ikeja Electric attributed the shortfall on the feeder to a fault on its 33K…
…AbdulRazaq approved a work-free day for teachers to mark World Teachers' DayThe holiday falls on Monday, October 5, 2026, which is the official date of the global celebrationThe governor's office released a statement acknowledging teachers' contributions to human capital development in Kwara statePAY ATTENTION: Mark Le…