NDHS
15 Nov
A disturbing revelation about child mortality has been made by the National Demographic Health Survey (NDHS), stating that only three of 10 child deliveries take place at healthcare centres, representing 68.9 per cent.
14 Nov
A disturbing revelation about child mortality has been made public by the National Demographic Health Survey (NDHS), stating that only three
5 Nov
The Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) 2023-24 has revealed a huge gap in childhood immunisation across Nigeria, with 31 per cent of children aged 12–23 months who did not receive any vaccines.
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The police in Ogun State have killed five suspected kidnappers during a gun battle at their hideout, while others escaped with gunshot wounds. During the operation, officers recovered an AK-47 rifle, 10 rounds of 5.6mm calibre ammunition
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Former National Auditor of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ray Nnaji, has described as “shameful” the fight that broke out during the Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting between the National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, and former Youth Leader, Sunday Udeh-Okoye
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Thousands of fresh Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates in Nigeria have been thrown into confusion over the federal government’s decision to exclude them from participating in the mandatory one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme.
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The Edo State Development and Building Control Agency yesterday sealed a building following a gas explosion that caused its partial collapse. The explosion in the Ekosodin quarter of Ovia North East Local Council, near the University of Benin
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Obidient Movement has taken a decisive step towards solidifying its structure by appointing a new Advisory Council. The step was disclosed by the National Coordinator of the movement, Dr Yunusa Tanko, who said it marked a shift from electoral activism to long-term political and social influence.
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The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has said the palace is yet to authorise any committee in respect of his coronation. The monarch, therefore, urged the public to disregard such, as it is illegal, and does not emanate from his palace.
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Ahead of next year’s gubernatorial poll in Osun, the state chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), yesterday, urged former Governor Rauf Aregbesola to collaborate with it in winning the election.
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The Federal Capital Territory High Court, yesterday, adjourned trial in the alleged money laundering case against the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, till April 3, 24 and May 6, 2024.
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A consultant Neurologist at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Dr Temitope Farombi, has warned that by 2030, Nigerians are projected to experience three times the current burden of brain disorders.
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) said it will not be conducting admissions for law programme in some selected universities where the Council of Legal Education (CLE) has suspended the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme for the 2025/2026 academic session.