WHO Appeals for Urgent Global Support as Ebola Outbreak Worsens in DR Congo
The World Health Organization (WHO) has appealed for increased international support to contain the worsening Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), warning that the disease is spreading faster than current response efforts can manage. Speaking at a press briefing in Geneva on Tuesday, WHO spokesman Tarik Jasarevic said the outbreak continues to…
Russia strike kills 21 as Ukraine says it needs more missile interceptors
Russia has attacked Ukraine with ballistic missiles and drones, killing at least 21 people, as Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said interceptors “could have saved lives”. Kyiv and the surrounding region experienced the deadliest strikes it had seen this year overnight, with 17 people reported dead. Attacks in Kharkiv and Donetsk also killed one and three…
Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba has died.
Her death was announced on Wednesday by fellow actor Alesh Sanni, who shared the heartbreaking news in an emotional post on his Instagram page. Expressing his grief, Sanni said he had been unable to sleep since learning of Osoba’s passing, describing her as a beloved sister with whom he shared many cherished memories. He wrote:…
Come to Niger Delta, NDDC Boss Urges Investors
The NDDC Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has urged public and private organisations to invest in the Niger Delta Region as it is now conducive and safe.Speaking during the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026 in Asaba, Delta State, Ogbuku described the oil-rich region as richly endowed…
Only 3 in 10 Nigerian babies receive exclusive breastmilk, UNICEF
… Calls on employers, health workers, families to support mothers The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) on Monday called for stronger support from employers, healthcare workers and families to improve breastfeeding practices in Nigeria, warning that too many babies are being denied the life-saving benefits of early and exclusive breastfeeding. However, in her message to…
When Leadership Loses Its Spine: Fubara, History and the Rest of Us
By Thomas Peretu and Mallam Candido Ibrahim Mairiga The recent political spectacle involving Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has left many of his supporters bewildered and disappointed. The governor, who spent months locked in a bitter political battle with his predecessor and benefactor, Nyesom Wike, has now publicly returned to the very political family he…
NCDMB Opens 10th National Undergraduate Essay Competition
For thousands of young Nigerians dreaming of contributing to the nation’s energy future, the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) is once again opening a door to opportunity through its Annual National Undergraduate Essay Competition. The Board has announced that entries for the 10th edition of the prestigious competition will open on August 15,…
Director of Sports Commends Gov Diri for Increasing National Scrabble Classic Prize Money
Director of Sports, Bayelsa State Sports Council, Mr Bibowei Lambert has commended the state governor, Senator Douye Diri for increasing the prize money of the Masters category in the next edition of the Governor Diri National Scrabble Classics to #5 million and the total prize money up from N20 million to ₦40 million. Speaking at…
Diri to introduce Scrabble in Bayelsa secondary schools
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has directed the introduction of Scrabble in secondary schools across the state. Diri said the game would help develop the mental capacity of students. The governor gave the directive on Sunday night in Yenagoa during the closing ceremony of the sixth edition of the Diri National Scrabble Classic. He…
