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[ad_1] A group of 47 Nigerian medical students who escaped war-torn Sudan in May 2023 are now struggling to register for the Nigerian Medical and Dental Council (MDCN) examination due to a document snag.The students, many of whom fled or were evacuated by the federal government without exit visas, are currently racing against time to meet the registration deadline, with their future careers hanging precariously in the balance. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that these students, who were enrolled at Sudan International University (SIU), were evacuated to Nigeria during the 2023 conflict in Sudan while in their final…

[ad_1] By Omonaye OkoroAs Nigeria continues to grapple with pressing economic and social challenges, it is imperative that our public policies are grounded in data, logic, and a full understanding of our unique national context. One of such policies currently under debate is the call for increased taxation on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs), led by internationally funded advocates such as the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), who argue that taxing SSBs will reduce non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like obesity and diabetes. While CAPPA’s recent report, “Junk on Our Plates,” attempts to portray this tax hike as a bold step toward…

[ad_1] The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future despite current economic hardships, saying the country possesses the human and natural resources to turn its fortunes around.He made the remarks over the weekend at the commissioning of Darul Ilm (Centre for Islamic Studies), built and donated by the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, to the Danbushiya community in New Millennium City, Chikun LGA of Kaduna State. Speaking on the significance of education, he said: “Education is the most important thing you can give a child. Whether Islamic…

[ad_1] The federal government has procured five million date palm seedlings for distribution to 11 states across the country.The Director General of the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW), Alhaji Saleh Abubakar, made this known to newsmen in Damaturu during an advocacy visit to traditional rulers in Yobe State. He said the five million date palm seedlings, once matured and harvested, would significantly boost economic activities in the 11 frontline states affected by desertification.SPONSOR AD According to him, the initiative targets 11 northern states, which are severely affected by land degradation caused by desert encroachment.They are Kebbi, Sokoto,…

[ad_1] The National Onion Producers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NOPPMAN) has intensified efforts to rid the market of substandard onion seeds, popularly known as Balakure, after its members suffered losses exceeding N150 billion from 2024 to date.The defective seeds reportedly smuggled into Nigeria from Algeria through land borders in Sabon Birni and Jibia, have been linked to widespread crop failure, affecting over 60% of onion farmers, particularly in the northwestern geo-political zone. The name Balakure is derived from Lakurawa, the name of a terrorist group notorious in the region.SPONSOR AD Speaking following the arrest of a seed dealer…

[ad_1] A Kano Upper Shariah Court will, today, deliver judgment in the trial of Shafiu Abubakar Gadan, who allegedly set fire to a mosque in Gezawa Local Government Area during early morning prayers, resulting in multiple fatalities.The tragic incident, which occurred on May 16, 2024, claimed 17 lives on the spot, with the death toll rising to 25 in subsequent days due to injuries sustained in the blaze. Gadan faces three charges, including causing grievous harm and culpable homicide. He had earlier pleaded guilty, leading the presiding judge, Khadi Dalhatu Huza’i Zakariya, to order his remand in a correctional facility…

[ad_1] The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says the Air Component of Operation Delta Safe, has between January and May, destroyed more than 100 illegal refining sites through airstrikes in the Niger Delta.The Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, made this known in a statement on Sunday, in Abuja. Ejodame said the NAF executed over 173 missions and 265 sorties, accumulating approximately 270 flying hours in support of joint military operations and independent strikes across key oil-producing states.SPONSOR AD He said the airstrikes also destroyed 53 boats, 74 cooking tanks, two reservoirs and several transport vehicles.According to…

[ad_1] DOWNLOAD HERE: The Nigerian Constitution defines clear roles for the executive and legislative arms of government. But in reality, these roles often overlap or clash. NIGERIA DAILY: How Viable Is ADC As A Platform To Unseat APC in 2027? In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we look at how the two arms of government should relate and how their relationship is playing out today. THE BEARING: ADC As Opposition Platform In Nigerian Politics

[ad_1] The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has directed all Licensed Pension Fund Operators (LPFOs) to cease doing business with vendors and service providers that do not remit pension contributions for their employees.The directive, which targets both Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) and Pension Fund Custodians (PFCs), mandates that only companies with valid Pension Clearance Certificates (PCC) issued by PenCom can be engaged for services or investment transactions. The commission, in a statement issued recently, said the move aligns with Section 2 of the Pension Reform Act 2014, which compels all employers, both public and private, to enroll in the CPS and…

[ad_1] The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed telecom operators to inform consumers of major service outages through media channels, including the cause, affected areas, and estimated downtime.The NCC gave the directive in a statement on Sunday signed by Acting Head, Public Affairs, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha. It also mandated that customers must be notified at least a week ahead of any planned service disruptions.SPONSOR AD The order applies to mobile network operators, internet service providers, and other last-mile providers.According to the statement, operators are now required to offer appropriate compensation, such as validity extensions, if an outage lasts more than…