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FG to kick off local manufacturing of IVDs vaccine
The Federal Government has announced plans to begin domestic manufacture of in-vitro diagnostics (IVDs), generic pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biologics, and medical devices, which are vital to improving the health and well-being of all Nigerians Minister of Health Ali Pate disclosed this development on Wednesday via his X account. He explained that the measure is part of President Tinubu’s commitment to unlocking…
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Lagos shines as the 8th best city in Africa for healthcare
Lagos has been ranked as the 8th best city in Africa for healthcare by Numbeo, a research firm that focuses on data related to quality of life. Numbeo used a complex algorithm to rank the cities based on various factors, such as cost of living, quality of life, and socioeconomic indicators across countries and regions worldwide. The top three cities…
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Buhari urges increased investment in youths to end drug abuse
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has advocated for increased investment in the youths to address the country’s drug usage problem. Speaking on Sunday, Buhari was part of a one-day discussion at the government house in Katsina on “Tackling the menace of drug abuse among youth.” According to a report by The Cable on Sunday, the former president stated that drug abuse…
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Shettima inaugurates core working committee to end malnutrition
In a bid to address severe acute malnutrition in the country, Vice President Kashim Shettima has inaugurated a high-powered Nutrition Core Working Committee (NCWC). The critical body, dubbed the “intellectual powerhouse” by the Vice President, will spearhead the fight against hunger and malnutrition across Nigeria. Speaking during the inauguration of the Nutrition Core Working Committee at the Presidential Villa, Abuja,…
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WAMCO visits Kyari, seeks long-term partnership in food security drive
Executives of Friesland Campina WAMCO Nigeria Plc, a stalwart in the Nigerian dairy industry with a legacy spanning over five decades, visited the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. In the meeting with Kyari, the representatives of Friesland Campina WAMCO discussed key aspects of their operations, highlighting the company’s dedication…
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Tinubu unveils plan for massive investment in health sector, says healthcare back on front burner
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is prioritizing and improving Nigeria’s health sector through massive investments and the allocation of increased funds to the sector in the 2024 budget. The President made this declaration at the unveiling of Nigeria’s Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative and the signing of the Health Renewal Compact by Federal, State Governments, and Development Partners in…
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Africa can become world’s first green manufacturing hub, Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu says African countries, including Nigeria, need partnerships for a new green economy, emphasizing the efforts against climate change will only be successful through a cooperative approach. Writing in an opinion article for CNN, the President said the security threats, the dislocation of people, the environmental atrophy and other collateral impacts of climate change were at the forefront…
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COP 28: Gombe leverages Global Climate Conference to showcase environmental initiatives, attract funding
Gombe State has seized the opportunity presented by the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to spotlight its pioneering efforts in addressing local climate challenges while seeking partnerships from the international community. During the International conference, the Gombe delegation met with global stakeholders on the sidelines of the event. The presentation made by Gombe at…
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COP 28: ECN seals tripartite deal with Niger State, Global Wind Energy Council
The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) has signed a tripartite agreement with an energy consulting group, the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) and the Niger State Government on wind energy development in Niger State. The collaboration agreement which was facilitated by the Bridge Synergy, an international consultancy firm was signed by Governor Umar Bago, ECN Director-General, Dr Mustapha Abdulahi and…
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Edu calls for states disability commission, laws across Nigeria
Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu has called on state governments and state Houses of Assembly to establish and domesticate and fully implement disability laws across the country. The Minister made the call Wednesday when she declared open the 2023 International Day of Persons with Disabilities at the Sheu Yaradua Centre, Abuja. She also called for…
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