Ijeoma Agbo
24 Mar
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has canvassed holistic adoption of the health insurance scheme to tackle the problem of maternal and child mortality, while reducing the burden of out-of-pocket healthcare expenses on vulnerable families.
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Melinda French Gates announced Monday she was leaving the philanthropy mega foundation she established with her ex-husband, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. The resignation, which becomes effective on June 7, will leave Bill Gates as the sole chair of one of the world's most influential and powerful non-governmental organizations. "After careful thought and reflection, I have…
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As the curtains rose on the grand spectacle of the 10th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA), TECNO again took centre stage, illuminating the night with a blend of technological innovation and unwavering support for the Nigerian movie industry.
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The Infinix NOTE 40 Pro 5G, an addition to the Infinix NOTE 40 series, is now available in Nigeria, offering you the latest in 5G capabilities and superior charging technology. Equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 7020 chipset, this smartphone delivers high-speed 5G connectivity tailored for seamless performance. It’s not just about speed; the NOTE 40 Pro 5G, like the other devices in the Note 40 Series, features the All-Round FastCharge 2.0 technology, enhancing your charging experiences. The NOTE 40 Pro 5G is designed to meet the demands of dynamic mobile users, making it an essential upgrade for those eager to leverage the advantages of 5G technology.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday confirmed the reopening for Muslim worship of a mosque in Istanbul converted from an ancient Byzantine Orthodox church. "The Kariye mosque in its new form will remain open to everyone," he said, addressing a press conference with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Greece's premier, who had appealed against…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Monday, prayed the Kogi State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja to dismiss a petition filed by the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its governorship candidate, Murtala Ajaka, against the election victory of Gov. Usman Ododo of Kogi.
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The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the 2024 National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) examination timetable. NECO disclosed this in a Monday post on its X platform. The exam is expected to start on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, and end on Friday, July 26, 2024.
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Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has appreciated President Bola Tinubu for the 997 metric tons of grains donated to Plateau to alleviate the sufferings of the indigent and vulnerable.
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The President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, has called for transparency, accountability and the elimination of unnecessary expenditures to cut cost of governace in the country.
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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has uncovered two illegal bunkering sites in Rivers.
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A 17-year-old boy, Sunday Adegbulu, who specialises in vandalizing and stealing electric installations, has been electrocuted in Akure, Ondo State capital while attempting to steal an armoured cable from a transformer. However, Adegbulu, who miraculously survived the electrocution, was rescued from the scene by his gang members but sustained severe burns on his back, thighs,…