The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC), Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, has commended the Commission’s staff for their dedication and unity of purpose, praising their commitment to the organisation’s goals.He made the remarks during a surprise birthday celebration organised in his honour at the Commission’s headquarters in Asaba. Dr….
Abuja, Nigeria – February 2, 2026– Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing science-driven healthcare innovation, with the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, emphasizing the critical role of science and research as drivers of innovation, economic growth, and sustainable healthcare systems across Africa. The statement came at the opening of…
Warri, Delta State – February 2, 2026– Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has inaugurated the newly completed Model Technical College, Omadino, describing technical and vocational education as a key tool for tackling youth unemployment. The Governor emphasized that graduates of the institution would emerge not just as job seekers, but as skilled professionals,…
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has praised traders at Onitsha Main Market and Anambra State Governor Professor Chukwuma Soludo for ending the longstanding Monday sit-at-home boycott of markets. The advocacy group highlighted that ending the sit-at-home across the entire South-East could significantly boost the Igbo economy, which has suffered from prolonged disruptions…
Abuja, Nigeria – February 2, 2026– The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, has issued a formal clarification regarding the death of Abuja-based singer Ifunanya Lucy Nwagene, popularly known as Nanyah, following complications from a snake bite.In a press statement on X (formerly Twitter) dated February 1, 2026, FMC Jabi expressed condolences to Nwagene’s family and…
Asaba, Delta State – February 2, 2026 – Delta State is poised to keep attracting credible investors and consolidating its status as one of Nigeria’s most stable and economically viable states, following the ongoing development of the Cubana Millennium City in Asaba. The Delta State Government has described the project as a clear demonstration of…
Awka, Anambra State – February 2, 2026 – Traders in Onitsha opened their shops today, Monday, February 2, under heavy security, signaling a potential return to normal commercial activity in Anambra state. The move comes amid government efforts to end the disruptive Monday Sit-at-Home protests.Security officials were deployed across major markets and streets today to…
Abuja, Nigeria – February 2, 2026 – Nigerian singer Ifunanya Nwangene, popularly known as Nanyah, has tragically died after being bitten by a cobra inside her Abuja residence. Authorities later discovered two snakes inside her home, raising concerns about residential safety and emergency healthcare readiness. According to eyewitnesses and friends, the 26-year-old artist was asleep…
Investigations by the Bayelsa State Police Command have revealed an alleged plot to assassinate a prophet in the state, leading to the arrest of a pastor and a suspected cult member. Police say preliminary findings indicate that the suspect apprehended at the victim’s residence is a member of a notorious cult group and was allegedly…
Los Angeles, February 1, 2026 — South African singer Tyla has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, defeating a strong field of African music stars that included Nigeria’s Davido, Burna Boy, and Ayra Starr.Tyla claimed the prestigious accolade with her…
