News at its Zenith
News at its Zenith
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Cholera outbreak linked to poor sanitation The Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, has attributed the recent cholera outbreak in Nigeria to poor sanitation, personal and environmental hygiene, and lack of access to clean water. Speaking on Channels Television on Saturday, Idris highlighted the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Government to revoke land titles over Illegal mining The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has announced it will revoke the titles of landowners whose properties are exploited by illegal miners. This decision follows another mine collapse in Niger State, which resulted in three fatalities. The incident occurred […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Soldiers deployed to Gambia for mission. The Armed Forces of Nigeria announced on Friday the deployment of 197 personnel for a peacekeeping mission in The Gambia. This move comes despite the ongoing insecurity issues within Nigeria, marked by increasing cases of banditry, terrorism, and kidnapping. Major General Boniface Sinjen, Chief of […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi UK Migration Decline The United Kingdom has experienced a significant reduction in the number of foreign workers and students arriving, dropping nearly 30% this year, according to new Home Office data. The decline from 121,000 to 85,200 in the first five months of this year aligns with the goals of both […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Proposal for Restructuring Nigeria: Division into Eight Geo-Political regions and new governance framework. A draft bill proposing significant changes to the structure of governance in Nigeria is set to be unveiled by the President after a seven-day waiting period. The proposed changes include the division of the country into eight geo-political regions […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Teesside University supports Nigerian students facing financial hardship Teesside University in the United Kingdom has introduced a program to assist Nigerian students experiencing significant financial difficulties by sponsoring their flights back to Nigeria. This decision comes after the expulsion of numerous students from their courses and their mandated departure from the UK […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Tinubu slips at 2024 Democracy day celebration President Bola Tinubu encountered a brief slip while boarding the parade vehicle at the 2024 Democracy Day celebration in Abuja. This incident has drawn attention to other world leaders who have also experienced awkward moments during public appearances just as Tinubu slips too. Here are […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Backyard Farming: A solution to food insecurity. The Kwara State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Oloruntoyosi Thomas, has advocated for the adoption of backyard farming as a practical solution to address food insecurity and rising food costs in the country. Speaking in Ilorin, the state capital, Mrs. Thomas emphasized the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi FG and Cross River State collaborate to combat illegal mining The Federal Government, in partnership with Cross River State, has intensified efforts to address illegal mining activities and enhance the regulation of the mining sector. The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development and Cross River State are working together to create a conducive […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi DSS warns against violent protests on Democracy day The Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a warning regarding potential protests planned for Democracy Day, cautioning against any actions that could jeopardize national security. The DSS emphasized the need to uphold the right to assembly without undermining public safety and national security, […]
