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Rivers Neuropsychiatric Hospital used to be drug trafficking centre, says Fubara

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has said the premises of the state's Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Rumuigbo, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, were previously used as a cent... Read More


FOR THE RECORD: Text of Gov Otti's broadcast marking 35th anniversary of Abia creation on 27 August

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Umunnem ndi Abia, I come to you this morning with an elation of gratitude, thankful, firstly, to the Almighty God for His blessings upon our land in the last 35 years. May I also c... Read More


FG reports health gains, urges NMA to lead fight against quackery

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- The federal government has urged the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) to strengthen professional accountability and take a leading role in the fight against quackery in the healt... Read More


Federal govt launches alcohol policy, targets harmful use, illicit trade

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- The federal government has launched a five-year national alcohol policy aimed at reducing alcohol related harm while promoting responsible industry practices and protecting governm... Read More


2027: Uba Sani predicts Tinubu victory in Kaduna

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- The Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will secure between 70 and 80 per cent of Kaduna State votes in the 2027 presidential election. Mr Sa... Read More


15 NYSC members reportedly abducted in Kogi while returning from camp

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Fifteen National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members have reportedly been abducted by gunmen in the Ofu/Itobe-Onicha-Igo axis of Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State. A relative... Read More


Abia at 35: Otti celebrates state anniversary, says Abia is 'only just beginning'

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, on Thursday celebrated the state's 35th anniversary, describing its journey as one of resilience while urging residents to work towards building a b... Read More


Over 30% of solar systems in PHCs fail within three years - Health Minister

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- More than 30 per cent of solar systems installed in Nigerian Primary Health Centres (PHCs) become non-functional within three years of commissioning, the Minister of State for Heal... Read More


INTERVIEW: COP17: Cross River lawmaker calls for stronger laws to protect Nigeria's land, wildlife

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- In this interview with PREMIUM TIMES on the sidelines of the ongoing 17th session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17) in Mongolia, Martins Arch... Read More


Police arrest two suspected vandals, recover stolen items

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- The police in Cross River State arrested two men for the alleged vandalism and theft of facilities belonging to Akamkpa Quarry Limited, also known as Sterling Global, in Akamkpa Lo... Read More