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In Summary North and West Africa are showing steady progress and improvement with countries like Tunisia, Ghana, and Senegal utilizing Public health reforms and food-focused programs to prioritize their nutrition rate.Seychelles and Algeria rank among the top global rates and even surpass some global economies, with a malnutrition rate of only 2.5%. Mauritius, Ghana, and Morocco are still balancing economic challenges while targeting nutrition. The Asian communities present also contribute to their small business, supply chains, and food diversity growth.Deep Dive!!African Countries are changing the narrative of malnutrition by fully prioritizing food security in the system, proving that it can…

Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has revealed that he will soon decide on which of England or Nigeria’s Super Eagles he will represent at international level, Soccernet.ng reports. Adarabioyo was born in England to Nigerian parents. And just like most players with similar backgrounds, he represented England at youth level, as he played for under-16s Under-17s, under-18s, and under-19s. But at the age of 27, he is yet to play senior international football. As such, he can still switch allegiance to Nigeria. Will Tosin Adarabioyo play for the Super Eagles? (Photo by Imago) Adarabioyo has been quite cautious in making a…

The Lagos State Government has directed the immediate re-opening of the Oko-Oba Abbatoir in Agege following the fulfillment of sanitation and hygienic prescriptions by the operators. The Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the re-opening of the abbatoir in a statement on his official X account on Friday night. Wahab said the operators have substantially complied with the minimum benchmark for the operations of abbatoirs in the state which was flagrantly flouted initially, necessitating the closure. “Part of the conditions for the reopening is that on a monthly basis, the Ministry of the Environment…

Despite the babble of voices for and against the purported planned alteration of the presidential ticket of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027, the move tends to be President Bola Ahmad Tinubu’s strategy to whip the North into line and ensure the region’s collective support for his second term electoral victory, LEO SOBECHI writes. The first sign that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would attempt to reconfigure the APC’s presidential ticket on the ballot in 2027 emerged barely two months into his administration. In July 2023, Senator Abdullahi Adamu suddenly resigned from his position as the National Chairman of…

Agency Report The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has introduced two categories of endowment funds to recognise and reward outstanding civil servants who demonstrate excellence, integrity and innovation in the line of duty. The Executive Vice Chair of the Foundation, Ms Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, made this known on Tuesday ahead of the inaugural International Civil Service Conference taking place in Abuja. Aig-Imoukhuede said that the gesture was to further deepen the foundation’s partnership with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to enhance public service delivery. According to her, the partnership builds on the foundation’s longstanding collaboration with the…

President Bola Tinubu has emphasised that the newly commissioned N5 Arterial Road in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, will decongest gridlock around Lifecamp junction and its neighbourhoods. He pointed out that with the opening of the road, traffic flow in districts such as Dape, Gwarinpa 1, Kado, Karsana, Idu and  Mbora would significantly improve. The president, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Chief George Akume, also commended Julius Berger for  consistently delivering exceptional work.  He expressed gratitude to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and stakeholders for contributing to the success of the project, as well…

By Tukur Muntari Some residents of the Baban Gwari area in Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State have called on the state government to expedite action on the ongoing drainage clearance to prevent possible flooding following the commencement of the rainy season. A cross-section of the residents of the area who spoke to The PUNCH on Wednesday said the call was necessary in view of the fact that the area is flood-prone. One of the residents of the area, Habu Abba, said that for many years, the people of the area have been battling with flooding, especially around the…

In a refreshing and visionary approach to leadership, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has redefined governance in Kano State by empowering Local Government Chairmen and Councillors to become the true drivers of development. With strategic support, direct funding, and strong political will, His Excellency is building a new Kano—one project, one community, and one ward at a time. This bold grassroots-first strategy is not only delivering real impact at the local level, but also restoring trust in government and rekindling the spirit of community service across the 44 Local Government Areas of the state. Governor Abba’s Vision: Empowering the Base of…

Indian police have arrested a 41-year-old Nigerian woman, Sarah Kumama, in Bengaluru for her alleged involvement in a transnational cocaine trafficking ring spanning several Indian cities. The arrest was confirmed by The Times of India on Thursday. Authorities said Kumama, who also went by the aliases “Happiness” and “Blessings,” was a central figure in the network and played a key role in coordinating drug distribution operations across Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Chennai. Kumama’s arrest brings the total number of suspects apprehended since the start of the crackdown in January to 25. The operation began with the arrest of two Indian nationals,…

President Bola Tinubu will on Saturday, June 28, begin a two-nation trip to Saint Lucia and Brazil, focusing on strengthening Nigeria’s diplomatic ties with the Caribbean and reinforcing its role in the Global South. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the visit to Saint Lucia is aimed at expanding South-South cooperation and enhancing Nigeria’s engagement with Caribbean nations. While in Saint Lucia, Tinubu is scheduled to meet with Governor-General Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles and Prime Minister Philip Pierre. He will also address a special joint session of the country’s…