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FG Starts Strategic Health Budget Alignment With States

In a bid to significantly improve healthcare deliverables across the country, the federal government of Nigeria has commenced the process of getting the states to align with its budget reforms in the health sector.

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Brain Drain: LASUTH Treats 10,000 Patients Daily – CMD

Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, treats no fewer than 10,000 patients daily at its various clinics, Chief Medical Director of the Ikeja, Prof. Adetokunbo Fabamwo has revealed.

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NAFDAC’s Ban on Sachet Alcoholic Drinks Based on Unfounded Assumptions – MAN

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has insisted that the ban on the sale of alcoholic drinks in sachets and Polyethylene Terephthalate bottles by the NAFDAC was based on unfounded assumptions and will not be accepted by the association.

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Probe Strange Killer Disease in Gombe – Reps to FG

The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government OF Nigeria to investigate and curtail the spread of a yet-to-be-identified disease, following the death of some persons in the Nafada Local Government Area of Gombe State.

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South Africa Reduces Interest Rate to 7.50%

South Africa’s central bank has reduced its key lending rate by 25 basis points to 7.50%, aligning with market expectations. Prior to this reduction, the rate stood at 7.75%. This decision, announced on Thursday, reflects the bank’s assessment that while inflation remains controlled, the medium-term economic outlook...

JAMB Suspends Law Admissions in Eight Universities

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has suspended admissions for the Law programme in eight universities across Nigeria. JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, announced this decision in a statement on Wednesday, citing the suspension of the Bachelor of Laws programme by the Council of Legal Education for the...

Tariff Hike: Labour Plans Nationwide Protest

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced plans to stage a nationwide protest on February 4, 2025, against the proposed 50% hike in telecommunications tariffs approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). In a communiqué signed by its National President, Joe Ajaero, the NLC condemned the increase...