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Nigeria Records 789,037 Under-Five Child Deaths – Study

Nigeria Records 789,037 Under-Five Child Deaths – Study

October 20, 2019 2:22 am

• Records Highest Among Low, Middle Income Countries
• 15, 000 Children Die Everyday Globally

A recent study has revealed that Nigeria has the highest number of under-five child mortality among low and middle-income countries, as about 789, 037 children die before their fifth birthday.

The study, which also revealed that about 15, 000 children die every day worldwide, showed that despite progress made in achieving the United Nations’ target for child survival by countries, about 789, 037 children died before age five in 2017 as compared to 1,011,620 deaths in 2000.

The research, conducted by the Institute for Health …

Ruiz, Joshua Rematch - 15,000 Seat Stadium Under Repairs

Ruiz, Joshua Rematch – 15,000 Seat Stadium Under Repairs

October 17, 2019 1:10 am

Construction has begun on the 15,000-seater stadium, which will host Anthony Joshua’s blockbuster rematch against Andy Ruiz Jnr in Saudi Arabia in just less than eight weeks’ time, reports dailymail.co.uk.

The heavyweights will renew their rivalry on December 7 in a Gladiator-style, three-sided temporary venue in Diriyah.

The Diriyah Arena is being built especially to host the high-profile rematch and work has now begun on its construction with little under two months to go until fight night.

Despite only having a short window, there appear to be few concerns about whether or not the stadium will be finished in …

How Economy May Suffer Under Total Border Closure

How Economy May Suffer Under Total Border Closure

October 15, 2019 2:26 am
  • ‘Millions may be jobless over ill-timed policy’
  •  Action in nation’s best interest, says government
  • There’s no hunger in Nigeria, says Minister

Stakeholders yesterday warned the Federal Government that the complete closure of the nation’s land borders portends danger to the economy.

The caution came after yesterday’s announcement by Comptroller-General, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Hameed Ali that all categories of goods would no longer be allowed to pass through the borders.

At a joint news conference with his Nigeria Immigration Service counterpart, Mohammed Babandede, in Abuja, Ali said: “For now, all goods, whether illicit or non-illicit, are banned from going and …

Four Anambra Communities Currently Under Water, Says SEMA

Four Anambra Communities Currently Under Water, Says SEMA

October 14, 2019 6:47 am

Four communities in Anambra East Local Government Area (AELGA) of Anambra State have been submerged by flood according to reports by SEMA. The affected communities were Enugu Otu, Eziagulu Otu, Mkpunando and Umundeze.

This was disclosed by the Executive Director of Anambra State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA, Mr. Cyril Agupugo, when he briefed the State Governor, Willie Obiano, on the incidents of flood in the state.

Agupugo told Obiano that the current situation in these communities was scary as most of the houses were completely submerged.

“These areas are underwater with victims’ farmlands and household items worth millions of naira …

BBC ‘Sex for Mark’: My Life is Under Threat - Kiki Mordi

BBC ‘Sex for Mark’: My Life is Under Threat – Kiki Mordi

October 8, 2019 6:55 pm

Kiki Mordi, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) investigative journalist that uncovered the sexual harassment in universities has revealed that she has received subtle threats since the report went viral.

According to the journalist, her interest in the investigation was driven by her personal experience which saw her dropping out of the University and yet to become a graduate.

In a chat with Reporters, Kiki Mordi said; “I have received subtle threats since this work was completed but I am not bothered because the BBC takes the security of employees seriously.

Before embarking on this project, the team prayed a lot …

'Nigeria has been under serious bastardization for years'

‘Nigeria has been under serious bastardisation for years’

September 15, 2019 2:34 am

Senator Anthony Agbo represented Ebonyi North Federal Constituency at the 6th Senate on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and was appointed to committees on National Identity Card and Population, Housing, Federal Capital Territory and Drugs Narcotics Anti-Corruption.
During the last governorship election in Ebonyi State, Agbo was the Director-General, Senator Sonni Ogbuoji Campaign Council of the All Progressives Congress, APC.
He was a former Speaker, Commissioner of Finance, as well as Commissioner of Public Utilities. Agbo, who was reputed to be very active in plenary and committee work at the Red Chambers in this encounter with Sunday …

Boycott S'African businesses, Oshiomhole urges Nigerians

APC governors say party worse off under Adams Oshiomhole

August 9, 2019 1:36 am

The Progressive Governors Forum has criticised the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, for the party’s ‘diminishing fortunes’.

It’s Director-General, Salihu Lukman, in a letter entitled, “APC: Appeal for Reconciliation”, dated August 6, 2019, and addressed to the former labour leader, said things had allegedly gotten worse in the ruling party.

He said: “As a loyal party member, I have difficulty reconciling the absence of meetings of superior organs given all the challenges the party is going through, warranting the suspension of three serving governors (two of them now senators) and two members of …

Nigeria under siege, needs prayers – PDP Chairman laments

April 19, 2019 8:25 pm

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Prince Uche Secondus, on Friday urged Nigerians to use this period of Easter to intensify their prayers for Nigeria because the country was under siege.

Secondus, in his Easter message to Nigerians, said only prayers can save Nigeria from the current siege.

In a statement signed and forwarded to DAILY POST by his Media Aide, Ike Abonyi, Prince Secondus also urged Nigerians not to allow the prevailing hardship in the country and the unjust outcome of 2019 election affect their spirit of love, brotherliness and peaceful co-existence.

The National Chairman said
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I announced results under duress, INEC official laments

March 11, 2019 2:54 am

The Collation Officer of Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area in Bauchi State, Mrs. Dominion Anosike, has said that she announced the results of the election under duress to save her life from the hands of political thugs who invaded the collation centre on Saturday night.

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