…at the beginning, it creates barriers that exclude millions of Nigerians from education, healthcare, transportation, employment and other essential services," he said. Also speaking, the project's Technical Consultant, Mrs Modinat Tijani, said accessibility extended beyond wheelchair ramps to include facilities such as…

…directional signage remained in place on a floor occupied by the Federal Ministry of Health, directing visitors to the council’s purported office. The Federal Secretariat houses several ministries, departments and agencies, making it the administrative hub of the Federal Civil Service. The lingering signage has further…

…for transportation, public utilities, agriculture, infrastructure and public health. The weather agency asserted that the heavy rainfall could "trigger localized flooding, resulting in traffic gridlock, road closures and disruptions to transportation." The agency also cautioned that "temporary power and telecommunicati…

…check-up programme sponsored by the ministry as part of its commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of the people. He expressed optimism that the conference would inspire participants to embrace education, wisdom and godly principles as tools for personal growth, family development and national transformation.

…portfolio under Tinubu has been concentrated largely in economic reforms, education, healthcare, agriculture, energy, digital infrastructure, financial inclusion and social protection. The single largest approval came in June 2024, when the World Bank approved a $2.25bn financing package comprising the $1.5bn Nigeria R…

…its strategic importance to the country. "When COVID-19 placed enormous pressure on our healthcare system, it was not only permanent government workers who answered the call. Hundreds of NYSC doctors, nurses, pharmacists and laboratory scientists stood on the frontlines in isolation centres and public hospitals across…

…in Qatar, said: "I leave this journey with pride in what we achieved, but also with the healthy dissatisfaction of those who always wanted more." Queiroz urged Ghana to push forward in the future, saying, "The future of the Black Stars will not be built only on the pitch." The former Real Madrid coach and Manchester Un…

…ignored the wider interventions of the Renewed Hope Initiative in women's empowerment, healthcare and support for vulnerable groups. The debate has continued to spread beyond politics and social media. It recently featured in an examination at Prince Abubakar Audu University, Kogi State, where students were asked to pr…

…the Governor on Media, Yinka Oyebode, the governor also instructed the State Ministry of Health and Human Services to take full responsibility for overseeing the victims' welfare and well-being, with the state government covering all medical expenses incurred during their treatment. Oyebode added that the freed victims…

…to him, the scheme has, over the years, contributed to key sectors including education, healthcare, elections and emergency response, in addition to fostering unity among young Nigerians. The lawmaker also expressed reservations about the proposal to appoint a civilian as Director-General of the scheme, stating that it…

…According to him, "Reducing NYSC to a skill acquisition training centre is not healthy for our national life." He maintained that beyond its role in youth development, "The NYSC has over the years served as a strategic national institution, particularly during emergencies, by deploying corps members to support critical…

…accountability, Fayehun said FUTATH remains focused on building a world-class tertiary healthcare institution based on merit, due process and the rule of law. He called on staff, labour unions, stakeholders and members of the public to support ongoing efforts to uncover the truth and allow the appropriate authorities t…

…food with a distinctive taste. "Many people are not even aware that stockfish is very healthy. It is rich in protein, vitamin D and essential minerals that are good for the body. "I love the smoky taste it gives my stews and vegetable soups. It is not only delicious, it is also healthy," she said. A stockfish trader at…

…yet to adequately address challenges relating to corps members' feeding, accommodation, healthcare and general welfare in the existing three-week programme. She, however, welcomed the introduction of specialised career streams, saying that posting corps members to organisations related to their fields of study would ad…

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, has inaugurated a Clinical Trial Centre at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, to strengthen clinical research, innovation and evidence-based healthcare in Nigeria. According to a statement made available to PUNCH Onlin…

…Michael Borja, noting areas such as electricity and water supply “and just overall the health and safety of our people.” From “almost three months to get power and water back on for all the places during Mawar, Sinlaku took almost… three weeks,” Borja told AFP at Guam’s Homeland Security headquarters. – El Nino – The w…

…their immigration applications are being processed, helping to address the country’s healthcare workforce shortage. RussiaRussia launched a new Skilled Worker Visa programme to attract foreign professionals into sectors facing acute labour shortages.The programme allows eligible applicants to obtain a three-year tempor…

…with a proposed law aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths and improving healthcare standards across the state. Speaker of the Assembly, Dr. Abubakar Suleiman, disclosed this on Saturday in Kano during a three-day retreat for lawmakers on the proposed Bill for the Prohibition of Unsafe Childbirth Practices, Mana…

…Obi also claimed that the sum exceeds the combined allocations to the education and health sectors in the 2025 budget, saying it could have been used to improve public services, create jobs and support economic development if properly managed. The former Anambra State governor alleged that the development reflected a p…

…2025 capital budget, and exceeded the combined federal allocations to the education and health sectors. "It is more than the entire combined budget for education (N3.52 trillion) and health (N2.38 trillion). If such an amount is properly used and accounted for, it could transform Nigeria's public health and education s…

…reshaping virtually every sector of the economy, from agriculture and logistics to healthcare and financial services,” said Maxime Bayen, general partner at Catalyst Fund. “Investors increasingly recognize that businesses helping people and industries adapt to climate change are addressing large, growing markets with s…

…flooding has continued to erode buildings, destroy property and create serious public health concerns. The Cross River State Emergency Management Agency acknowledged the problem and said government has directed relevant agencies to address the blocked drainage channel. Residents, however, appealed for immediate action,…

…communities of Rivers State, residents continue to pay the price with their health, livelihoods, and lives. From children battling chronic respiratory illnesses and persistent skin diseases to mothers mourning infants lost after breathing complications, DARE AKOGUN investigates the human cost of this environmental poll…

…us so warmly. May the Almighty God continue to bless you and your family with good health, renewed strength, abundant peace, and many more years of fruitful service to humanity and to the glory of His Holy Name. Thank you, and God bless you, ma.

…are battling preventable killer diseases because low-income families cannot afford basic healthcare and adequate nutrition. The 2025 Joint Health Sector Report by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare shows rising cases of malaria among children under five, diarrhoea, pneumonia, and other vaccine-preventabl…