Modern Slavery: Kaduna State gov’t unites 140 victims with families
The Kaduna State Government has taken custody of the over 300 rescued inmates of an Illegal Islamic school in Rigasa area of the state. The Commissioner for Human Services and Social…
NAFDAC warns of dangers of consuming non-iodized salt
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has advised Nigerians to stop the consumption of non iodised salt, saying “it is dangerous to human health.” Dr…
UNICEF seeks safe, secure outlets to report cases of violence against children in Kaduna
Gov El’rufai of Kaduna State The United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) on Monday urged the Kaduna State Government to create safe and secure outlets for children to report cases…
“Partner with us in empowering African entrepreneurs”- Elumelu challenges Japan
Founder Tony Elumelu, Foundation, TEF, Tony Elumelu, CON, challenged the Government of Japan to invest 5% of its $50billion commitment to Africa, in empowering African entrepreneurs. He gave the…
Education only legacy responsible govts, parents can bequeath the future generations – UNICEF
The United Nations Children Education Fund ( UNICEF) has identified household poverty and child labour as some of the factors responsible for the setback being recorded in Girl Child education…
Over 2,000 under 5 children cured of severe acute malnutrition in Nasarawa – Agency
The Nasarawa State Primary Health Care Development Agency (NSPHCDA) has said that 2,637 children under five years had been cured of Severe Acute Malnutrition since 2018. Dr Mohammad Adis, Executive…
Declare state of emergency on waste management, open-defecation – UNICEF urges Kano Govt
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano, to declare state of emergency on waste management and open defecation in the state. Stella Okafor-Terver,…
Burundian YouTube child star’s death spotlights malaria epidemic
The death of a six-year-old YouTube star from a malaria epidemic in Burundi has spotlighted the growing challenge of combating malaria in a warmer world, health experts said on Tuesday….
UNICEF calls for behavioural change as Nigeria ranks second in open defecation survey
Nigeria has been ranked second among countries practicing open defecation globally, says the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF). Dr Geoffrey Njoku, Communication Specialist, UNICEF made this known at a Two-Day…
Access to potable water is human right – UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says access to potable water by the masses is a ‘human right’ which must be respected by all tiers of government. Mr Roy Ndoma-Egba,…