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LASEMA gears up Alimosho emergency services in preparation for yuletide.

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LASEMA has activated a heightened state of emergency readiness in Alimosho for the festive season, positioning response teams on red alert to ensure rapid intervention. A key strategic insight is the reliance on a vibrant local emergency committee for immediate grassroots response, with state-level support scaling up only when incidents exceed local capacity. Residents are urged to celebrate responsibly by avoiding hazardous activities like knockouts and unapproved street carnivals, which are prohibited. The public is directed to report any emergencies immediately through the toll-free lines

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UATH CMD reiterates need to bridge cancer gap in Nigeria

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A stark disparity exists in cancer outcomes, with an 80% cure rate in developed nations plummeting to just 20% in Nigeria, exacerbated by a critical 60% pediatric treatment abandonment rate often driven by fear and hopelessness. To combat this, a coalition of health foundations has pioneered a “Mural of Hope” at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, leveraging art therapy to reduce anxiety, inspire resilience, and improve the healing environment for young patients. Beyond emotional support, experts stress that bridging

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Kaduna: Customs bids farewell to PRO, Ridwan Yusuf, as he moves to Abuja

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This article highlights the strategic importance of exceptional public relations within the Nigeria Customs Service, using the redeployment of a high-performing officer as a case study. The core insight is that proactive problem-solving, innovation, and stress-free professionalism in communication roles are directly linked to organizational reputation and career advancement. The practical takeaway is that such skills are so valuable they create noticeable operational gaps upon departure, necessitating a deliberate effort to institutionalize these competencies across the team. Ultimately, the piece frames a headquarters posting not

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Abia SEMA inaugurates LEMCs for disaster preparedness

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Abia State is implementing a critical, federally-directed strategy to decentralize disaster management by establishing Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) across all 17 LGAs. This model empowers local mayors as first responders, ensuring faster, more effective crisis intervention by moving coordination closer to the point of impact. The initiative, backed by state leadership and NEMA, includes prior capacity-building and emphasizes that local training and resource provision are essential for building a truly disaster-resilient state. This represents a proactive shift

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Infectious diseases: Africa CDC says continent recorded improved outbreak control

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Despite rising threats, Africa achieved significant progress in controlling infectious disease outbreaks in 2025 through coordinated responses, strengthened surveillance, and expanded vaccination, successfully containing major Ebola and Mpox outbreaks. However, cholera and diphtheria remain severe, vaccine-preventable crises, highlighting a critical gap in routine immunization and public health infrastructure. A key insight is the proven effectiveness of the Incident Management Support Team (IMST) in enabling rapid, collaborative action across borders. Consequently, Africa CDC is shifting its strategic

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Kwara Assembly suspends Yisa Gideon (APC/Edu) for 3 months over alleged contempt

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The Kwara State Assembly has suspended a member for three months due to an undisclosed act of contempt, citing specific legislative powers to enforce discipline. The action underscores a legislative body prioritizing its institutional authority and internal protocols over public transparency regarding the offense. A key takeaway is the requirement for a formal apology even during suspension, highlighting a dual focus on punishment and compelled contrition. This case reveals how parliamentary privilege can be exercised with decisive procedural formality, yet without public accountability for the specific charges.

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Political scientist, politicians advocate national dialogue to safeguard national unity

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Amid escalating national crises, Nigerian leaders and scholars are issuing an urgent call for a constitutional dialogue and national reset to prevent catastrophic conflict, using the enduring trauma of the Biafran War as a critical lesson. They argue the current governance framework fails to address deep-seated regional agitations and historical grievances, which now threaten national unity. A core, actionable insight is that proactively teaching this painful history is essential to foster reconciliation and deter future generations from violence. The conclusive warning is clear: without an inclusive

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FG unveils revised national migration policy 

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Nigeria has launched a comprehensive Revised National Migration Policy 2025, shifting from reactive crisis management to a proactive, development-focused governance model. The policy uniquely integrates solutions for over 6 million internally displaced persons with strategies to combat poverty—a key driver of irregular migration—emphasizing community stabilization and durable reintegration. Its core value lies in a clear, evidence-based implementation plan that strengthens institutional coordination and aligns national action with global frameworks. This represents a strategic commitment to managing migration in a safe

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FG says improving nutrition central to human capital development, poverty reduction

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The Nigerian government identifies “hidden hunger”—micronutrient deficiencies—as a critical national development crisis, directly linking it to stunted growth, impaired cognition, and a cycle of poverty. With child malnutrition statistics remaining alarmingly high, the administration is prioritizing targeted interventions like food fortification and maternal supplementation as core to its human capital agenda. A key strategic shift is the revival of multi-sectoral collaboration and national conferences to mobilize resources and address systemic implementation gaps. Ultimately, success hinges on building resilient, cross-sector

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