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Lara Adejoro, Abuja The National Health Insurance Authority and the National Agency for the Control of AIDS have convened a high-level meeting to advance health insurance access for the vulnerable population, especially People Living with HIV. This was disclosed by the Director General of NHIA, Dr Kelechi Ohiri on his X handle on Wednesday. Ohiri said the collaboration seeks to ensure financial protection for the vulnerable population, improving their quality of life, and ensuring access to comprehensive healthcare services. He posted, “The @nhia_nigeria and the @NACANigeria convened a high-level meeting to advance health insurance access for the vulnerable population, especially…

Photo credit: samini_dagaati/Instagram Ghanaian reggae and dancehall artist Samini has released the music video for his latest single “Chaana,” featuring South African choral group Soweto Gospel Choir. “Chaana,” which means “shine” in Samini’s native Dagaati language, is a call for unity as Africans come together to celebrate as one. The video brings this message to life with stunning landscapes, from rolling hills to golden savannas, where zebras, giraffes, and other wildlife roam freely. It also captures the essence of African culture, with traditional dances, colourful attire, and powerful scenes of community and celebration. Watch the beautiful visuals below.

Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party during the 2023 presidential election Peter Obi has faulted President Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. Obi in a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle described the president’s decision as ‘unconstitutional and reckless’. He said: “The unilateral decision of President Bola Tinubu to remove Governor Similaya Fubara of Rivers State from office is not only unconstitutional but also reckless. “It has plunged us back into a state of lawlessness, hugely undoing the progress we have made in these 26 years of democratic journey. “By disregarding the rule of law,…

Turkish giants Galatasaray have reignited their pursuit of Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, who currently plies his trade with Leicester City in the Premier League, Soccernet.ng reports. Ndidi, 28, has been a key figure for Leicester since his arrival from Belgian side KRC Genk in 2017. Over the past eight years, he has made 295 appearances, scoring 18 goals and providing 21 assists, making him one of the club’s most consistent performers. His time at Leicester has seen him lift the FA Cup and Community Shield in 2021, as well as play a crucial role in helping the Foxes return…

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu owns or bankrolls the party, maintaining that it remains an independent entity owned by Nigerians. The party accused individuals such as Joe Igbokwe, Alhaji Buba Galadima, Engineer YY Sani, and Alhaji Salihu Lukman of pushing the false narrative for personal and political reasons. In a statement on Wednesday by its national secretariat, the party dismissed the allegations as reckless and mischievous propaganda aimed at misleading the public. It clarified that there is no individual who owns the SDP, adding that there is no godfather anywhere to whom…

1 hour ago An Ile-Ife Magistrates’Court on Wednesday, remanded Adewoyin Wole, 33 and Godwin Sunday, 25, over alleged assault in the Nigeria Correction Centre, Ile-Ife. The Prosecutor, ASP James Obaletan, told the court that the defendants committed the offence on March 17, around 10:00 am at Ifetedo in Ife South Local Government. Obaletan said that the defendants conspired… 4 hours ago Ahead of the 2027 elections, a lecturer in the Department of Political Science and International Relations at Nile University of Nigeria, Dr. Iroro S. Izu, has called for the unbundling of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Speaking on…

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS on Wednesday reassured Nigerians, particularly those living with HIV, that the country has a steady supply of antiretroviral drugs. This is following the statement by the World Health Organisation that the United States’ decision to halt foreign aid has disrupted the supply of HIV treatments in Nigeria, Haiti, Kenya, Lesotho, South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Ukraine. The WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, at a press briefing on Monday, stated that the halt of foreign aid by the U.S. government could put millions of lives at risk, and the disruptions to HIV programnes…

The House of Representatives on Wednesday failed to debate President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State as lawmakers could not form the constitutionally required two-thirds majority needed for the ratification of such a declaration. Despite expectations that the President’s formal proclamation would be read and deliberated upon as announced by the House spokesperson, Akin Rotimi, yesterday, proceedings continued at the lower chamber on Wednesday without any reference to the emergency rule. According to Section 305(2) and (6)(b) of the 1999 Constitution, a presidential declaration of emergency must be transmitted to the National Assembly and…

Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has described as illegal the decision of President Bola Tinubu to suspend Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for six months. In a statement made available to the media, the senior lawyer said the President’s decision cannot be justified under any of the provisions of the 320 sections of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended. While recognizing that Section 305 of the Constitution empowers the President to take extraordinary measures to restore law and order if there…

Fulham and Nigeria defender Calvin Bassey has been named among the top defenders in the Premier League when it comes to stopping dribblers, Soccernet.ng reports. According to Opta rankings, the Super Eagles centre-back is ranked fifth among players who have faced at least 50 dribble attempts from opponents in the current campaign. His ability to dispossess attackers places him ahead of several top defenders in England’s top flight, including those from Manchester City and Arsenal. Nigeria Super Eagles and Fulham defender Calvin Bassey. Photo Credit X According to the stats, Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Toti Gomes leads the way, successfully winning the…