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Experts unveil TeleOncology hub to expand cancer care

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The TeleOncology Hub, launched by the Cancer Consciousness Initiative, is a transformative health system strengthening program that uses telemedicine and virtual specialist teams to directly address the critical cancer care disparity in Northeastern Nigeria. Its core innovation is a comprehensive model combining remote consultations, patient navigation, and electronic monitoring, which has already proven effective, with over 85% of onboarded patients receiving prompt diagnosis and treatment. This initiative is vital as the region faces a severe burden, with breast cancer—often diagnosed at late stages

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Lawyer advises youths to embrace discipline, shun quick money syndrome

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A legal expert warns that the pervasive “quick money syndrome,” fueled by social media illusions, is driving Nigerian youth toward dangerous and ultimately self-destructive financial shortcuts. The core prescription is a return to foundational values of discipline and hard work as the only sustainable path to prosperity. Critically, the advice includes a call for systemic action, urging government empowerment programs to directly engage youth, thereby addressing the root causes of desperation by providing legitimate opportunities. This creates a dual responsibility: individual moral choice and institutional support to

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KDSG completes 35km Gadar Gayan–Gwaraji–Maraban Kujama asphaltic road

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The Kaduna State Government has completed a landmark 35km asphalt road and bridge, its longest such project in 20 years, directly connecting 76 farming communities across three local government areas. This strategic infrastructure is a core component of the administration’s rural transformation agenda, designed to significantly boost economic activity by enhancing the movement of goods and people. The project underscores a commitment to tangible governance through quality infrastructure that stimulates local economies and improves livelihoods.

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65th anniversary: I remain committed to working for a just Nigeria – Nwoko

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Senator Ned Nwoko, marking his 65th birthday, frames the occasion not as a personal celebration but as a reaffirmation of his political mandate. His core commitment is to advance justice, equity, and future-focused progress for Nigeria, with specific emphasis on his Anioma constituency. The senator positions his service as a duty to act courageously and speak against convenience, driven by the trust of his constituents. This statement serves as a strategic public reaffirmation of his governing ideals and a pledge

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Lagos housewife allegedly fakes own kidnap, extorts N2.5m from husband

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A Lagos housewife was arrested for orchestrating her own kidnapping to extort N2.5 million from her husband, exposing a sophisticated scheme involving a fake ransom negotiation via a co-conspirator’s WhatsApp account. The elaborate fraud unraveled due to police investigation revealing narrative inconsistencies and the recovery of her supposedly stolen phone, which she had sold. This case highlights a dangerous trend of domestic deception exploiting kidnapping fears for financial gain, which wastes critical police resources. It serves as a stark warning that law

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2026 N2.48trn health Budget: Experts warn of funding gap for UHC

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Nigeria’s proposed 2026 health budget of N2.48 trillion represents a severe funding shortfall, creating a N6.25 trillion gap from the 15% Abuja Declaration target and jeopardizing Universal Health Coverage. This persistent underfunding, at just 4.3% of the total budget, will critically undermine maternal and child health outcomes and primary healthcare services. Despite nominal increases, health’s declining share of the national budget fails to address population growth and inflation, revealing a systemic failure

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New drug testing rules designed to lower youth substance abuse — Marwa

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The NDLEA is implementing a new national policy, in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Education, to mandate compulsory and random drug testing for students in tertiary institutions. This strategic, non-punitive initiative aims to deter youth substance abuse by creating a consistent deterrent throughout their academic journey. The policy has gained institutional traction, as evidenced by Taraba State University’s proactive establishment of a dedicated anti-drug directorate and its collaboration with the NDLEA for capacity building. This multi-sectoral approach is framed

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Operation Zero Tolerance: FRSC begins 2025 crackdown

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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched “Operation Zero Tolerance,” a high-impact, nationwide enforcement campaign from December 15, 2025, to January 15, 2026, to drastically reduce holiday road fatalities. The strategy mandates 100% personnel deployment for round-the-clock patrols and aggressive law enforcement, specifically targeting speeding, drunk driving, overloading, and the unique dangers of mixed loading and distracted driving. A core insight is the directive for construction firms to clear highway

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Plateau Govt seals pharmacy in Jos over expired drug

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The Plateau State government has taken decisive action by sealing a hospital pharmacy after a patient was administered an expired intravenous fluid, revealing systemic failures including operating without a licensed pharmacist and poor drug management. This enforcement highlights a critical, non-negotiable commitment to patient safety and a zero-tolerance policy for healthcare negligence and quackery. The case underscores the vital importance of strict regulatory compliance, proper staffing, and ethical medicine handling in all healthcare facilities. Ultimately, this serves as a stark warning to all providers that

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