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  In the final part of this report, BOLA BAMIGBOLA writes that Owena Ijesa, Osun State, is in danger of another epidemic as refuse dumps and open defecation dot the community, which relies on the contaminated Owena River for drinking water and other domestic uses Lawal warned that Owena Ijesa faces the risk of another public health crisis, as the community continues to rely on the contaminated Owena River for drinking and domestic use amid a lack of sanitation facilities, conditions that raise serious concerns about a possible resurgence of an epidemic. In the Sago and Kwara areas, which recorded…

In Summary African International School fees differ by more than $10,000 between cities. This is a clear sign of inequality in global-standard education access across the continent. While high fees often correspond to national income or economic size, cities such as Kampala outprice cities in lower-income countries, like Casablanca and Port Louis. Johannesburg’s median tuition is 30% more expensive than Cape Town’s, which suggests significant regional differences in the cost of education even within the same country. Deep Dive!International schools are considered by many as a ticket to life, success, and work in a global workforce. But for countless African…

Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face Russia in an international friendly clash scheduled for Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, Soccernet.ng reports. Doubts had lingered over whether the Super Eagles would face FIFA-banned Russia in the coming months, but the Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed the fixture—backing it up with the release of a new squad list. The encounter marks one of the first major tests for head coach Eric Chelle, who is using the friendly to assess his players and build a solid team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)…

Atanda Kayode, a 63-year-old retired teacher, fears he may soon lose his remaining eye after years of battling glaucoma and nerve degeneration without sufficient access to his pension savings for medical treatment. The former teacher, who lost his right eye while still in service, says bureaucratic delays and refusal by his Pension Fund Administrator (PFA), Stanbic IBTC, to release a portion of his Retirement Savings Account (RSA) have worsened his condition. Now retired and without steady support, Kayode says the situation has left him stranded, unable to afford vital medication. “I have no single supplement or eyedrop left. The pain…

Napoli have turned down fresh bids from both Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, as speculation surrounding the Super Eagles forward intensifies ahead of a potential summer move, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen, who is enjoying a sensational loan spell at Galatasaray during the 2024-25 campaign — scoring 36 goals and providing eight assists in 40 appearances — has become one of the most sought-after players in Europe. His performances played a central role in Galatasaray’s march to their 25th Super Lig title, but retaining his services has proven challenging. Nigeria Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit…

In SummaryBy the end of 2025, Africa’s real estate market is projected to reach $17.64 trillion, with the residential segment dominating at $14.87 trillion.As Africa’s most populous country, Nigeria’s real estate market is expected to be worth $2.61 trillion, with residential real estate making up about $2.5 trillion.The real estate market in Africa is expected to grow at an annual rate of 5.58% from 2024 to 2029, according to reports by real estate experts.Deep Dive!!Like many sectors on the continent, the real estate sector in Africa is experiencing significant growth. The growth is widely driven by rapid urbanization, infrastructural development,…

The former Director of Media and Communications for the 2023 People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Campaign Council in Kwara State, Mr. Abdulateef Ishowo, has formally joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a press statement issued on Monday in Ilorin, Ishowo cited alignment with the APC’s political ideology and its focus on youth development as key reasons for his defection. He described the ruling party’s leadership style as “reformative” and said it reflects the kind of political direction he wishes to support. “There is time for everything. It is time to move and align with a progressive-minded party which I…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe  Stakeholders across the health, education, and policy sectors have pushed for a comprehensive, rights-based national policy that ensures inclusion, protection, and equal opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  In a three-day workshop organised by the Association for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities of Nigeria, the stakeholders advocated an urgent need to dismantle systemic barriers, ranging from stigma and social neglect to lack of access to specialised education and healthcare, that continue to hinder the full participation of individuals with intellectual disabilities in society.  Experts at the event stressed the importance of early diagnosis, continuous public education, and…

President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Abia State, scheduled for Friday, May 23, 2025, has been postponed indefinitely due to unforeseen developments. This was announced yesterday by the state Information Commissioner, Prince Okey Kanu, while interacting with journalists at the state executive council meeting held on Monday. The President was to formally commission the 6.3 kilometre Port Harcourt Road, Aba, which had been dilapidated for over 25 years, reconstructed by the Governor Alex Ortiz administration, and was executed by Julius Berger Construction Company. At Isiala Ngwa Local Council, Tinubu was to formally flag off the $1.3 billion Medical City at Mba…

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