Nigeria’s Health Budget Too Small to Solve Sector’s Crisis – Bill Gates

HealthNewsNigeriaNigeria’s Health Budget Too Small to Solve Sector’s Crisis – Bill Gates

PilotnewsJune 5, 2025

Billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder, Bill Gates, has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s poor funding of its health sector, warning that the country cannot continue to rely on foreign aid to fix its healthcare system. Speaking with journalists during a media chat in Lagos on Wednesday, Gates described Nigeria’s health budget as grossly inadequate to meet the pressing needs of its growing population. “When you look at the numbers, the amount Nigeria spends on healthcare...

CONTINUE READING
Stampede in Bama: One Dead, 21 Injured During Red Cross, UNICEF Cash Giveaway

Human Rights & FreedomNewsNigeriaStampede in Bama: One Dead, 21 Injured During Red Cross, UNICEF Cash Giveaway

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 19, 2025

What was meant to be a lifeline for vulnerable families in Bama, Borno State, turned tragic on Thursday, 15 May 2025, as a stampede at Kasugula Primary School claimed one life and left 21 others injured. The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS), in a statement released from Maiduguri on Saturday, confirmed the sad development. The incident happened during the second day of a cash disbursement programme jointly organised by the Red Cross and United Nations...

CONTINUE READING
Guinness Nigeria presents EPL trophy to Gov. Mbah in Enugu

NewsPoliticsWorld NewsGuinness Nigeria presents EPL trophy to Gov. Mbah in Enugu

Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)May 19, 2025

The Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, calls on Guinness Nigeria to partner with the state in celebration of the state’s past records in football while investing in the next generation of champions. Governor Mbah stated this at the Government House when the Guinness Nigeria management team showcased the English Premier League, EPL, trophy to the state. He further stated that the honor is more about the state’s legacy as the home of football...

CONTINUE READING
Robert Francis Prevost Becomes First American Pope, Takes Name Leo XIV

NewsReligionWorld NewsRobert Francis Prevost Becomes First American Pope, Takes Name Leo XIV

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 8, 2025

In a historic development for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected the 267th pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. This marks the first time in history that an American has ascended to the papacy. The announcement came after the fourth ballot of the conclave, held on its second day. White smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel chimney at 6:08 p.m. local time, signalling the election of a new pope. Cardinal...

CONTINUE READING
Pope Francis Laid To Rest At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica

NewsReligionWorld NewsPope Francis Laid To Rest At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)April 26, 2025

Pope Francis has been laid to rest at the Santa Maria Maggiore basilica. The late pontiff’s entombment was a private event which allowed those close to him to pay their last respects. This was after a funeral Mass at the Vatican. Thousands of people, including world leaders and monarchs witnessed Pope Francis’ funeral mass at St Peter’s Basilica on Saturday. The late Argentine is the first in over a century to be buried outside the...

CONTINUE READING
Pope Francis Dies Hours After Easter Celebration

World NewsPope Francis Dies Hours After Easter Celebration

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)April 21, 2025

Pope Francis has died just hours after the celebration of Easter Sunday, also known as the Day of Resurrection. The Vatican confirmed his passing early Monday morning, describing his final hours as peaceful and surrounded by prayer. According to a brief statement issued by the Vatican Press Office, the Holy Father passed away in his residence at the Vatican’s Mater Ecclesiae Monastery shortly after midnight. “With deep sorrow, we announce that His Holiness Pope Francis...

CONTINUE READING
Vatican Announces Death of Pope Francis at 88

NewsWorld NewsVatican Announces Death of Pope Francis at 88

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)April 21, 2025

The Catholic Church and the world are in mourning following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on the morning of Monday, 21st April 2025, at the age of 88. The news of the Pope’s demise comes just a day after he made a surprise public appearance in his wheelchair, blessing the faithful gathered at St. Peter’s Square during Easter Sunday celebrations. According to the Vatican, the announcement was made at 9:45 a.m. by...

CONTINUE READING
China Launches  Army, and Naval Force Drills Around Taiwan

NewsPoliticsWorld NewsChina Launches  Army, and Naval Force Drills Around Taiwan

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)April 1, 2025

As a stern warning, China’s military, on Tuesday, said it has kicked off joint exercises involving its army, navy, air force and rocket force around Taiwan. The People’s Liberation Army’s Eastern Theater Command said this in a statement on social media: “It is a stern warning and forceful deterrence against ‘Taiwan Independence’ separatist forces, and it is a legitimate and necessary action to safeguard China’s sovereignty and national unity, “The drills mainly focus on sea-air...

CONTINUE READING
Abe’s Death: Japan court disbands Unification Church

NewsPoliticsWorld NewsAbe’s Death: Japan court disbands Unification Church

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 27, 2025

The controversial Unification Church linked to the death of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been disbanded. The Unification Church, which was started in South Korea, has established a presence in Japan since the 1960s. The name “Moonies” was derived from the name of its founder, Sun Myung Moon. A Japanese court ordered the disbandment of the church following the shock killing of Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 2022 brought the church under scrutiny....

CONTINUE READING
Deputy Speaker Seeks  Permanent Seat For Nigeria At UN Security Council

NewsNigeriaPoliticsUnited NationsWorld NewsDeputy Speaker Seeks  Permanent Seat For Nigeria At UN Security Council

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)February 12, 2025

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu has sought for permanent seat for Nigeria at the United Nations Security Council, stressing the need to redefine multilateralism to accommodate the pressing needs of developing countries. While representing Nigeria at the Heads of Parliaments meeting on Tuesday at the United Nations Headquarters, New York, United States of America, preparatory for the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva, Switzerland in...

CONTINUE READING

Older Posts

WP2Social Auto Publish Powered By : XYZScripts.com