Tag: Nigeria
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Climatic and Governance Determinants of Malaria Transmission in Rivers State, Nigeria: Insights for Policy and Practice
Introduction Malaria remains a major public health challenge in Nigeria, with transmission shaped by a complex mix of environmental factors and governance dynamics. In Rivers State, located in the Niger Delta region, malaria transmission is influenced not only by climate patterns but also by local governance, health system capacity, and community engagement. This article synthesizes…
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Aid Cuts Deepen Hunger Crisis for 1.2 Million in Northeast Nigeria
Hunger Intensifies as Aid Flows Falter in the Northeast The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that humanitarian aid cuts are driving hunger to critical levels in Northeast Nigeria. According to the Cadre Harmonisé, the regional tool used to assess food security, approximately 1.2 million people in conflict-affected areas are now at greater risk of…
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Climatic and governance determinants of malaria transmission in Rivers State, Nigeria
Introduction Malaria remains a major public health concern in Rivers State, Nigeria, where seasonal climate variability and governance structures intersect to influence disease dynamics. This article synthesizes current thinking on how climatic factors—such as rainfall, temperature, and humidity—affect mosquito populations and parasite development, alongside governance determinants including health system capacity, funding, and policy implementation. Understanding…
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Climatic and Governance Determinants of Malaria Transmission in Rivers State, Nigeria
Introduction Malaria remains a leading public health challenge in Nigeria, with Rivers State experiencing persistent transmission influenced by a combination of environmental and governance factors. While the biology of Plasmodium parasites and the vectors that transmit them has been well described in scientific reviews, the local determinants of transmission—especially climate variability and the strength of…
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Lagos Father Mourns as Nine-Month-Old Twin Sons Die After Injections
Tragic Loss Sparks Outcry in Lagos A grieving father, Samuel Alozie—often known online as Promise Samuel on TikTok—has shared the heartbreak surrounding the deaths of his nine-month-old identical twin sons, Testimony and Timothy. The twins reportedly died within 24 hours of receiving injections at a primary health care center in Lagos, Nigeria, raising questions and…
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Davido’s Alleged Daughter Urges DNA Test to Prove Paternity
Controversy rekindled as young claimant goes public A young girl, who asserts she could be the first daughter of Nigerian superstar Davido, has publicly requested a DNA test to confirm her paternity. The move revives a storyline that has persisted for years, drawing attention from fans, media, and those following the singer’s personal life. While…
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Davido Controversy Reignites: Alleged Daughter Pleads for DNA Test
Overview of the Allegation In a development that has once again put the spotlight on Nigerian superstar Davido, a young woman is publicly requesting a DNA test to determine if she is the singer’s daughter. The claim, which has circulated for years in various social channels, has resurfaced with a post in which the claimant…
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Oshoala Calls for Nigeria to Co-Host AFCON as CAF Morocco Focus Grows
Oshoala urges a broader hosting approach for Africa’s premier tournament Asisat Oshoala, one of Africa’s most accomplished football stars, has voiced a call for a broader approach to hosting Africa’s flagship tournament. The Super Falcons forward argued that CAF’s heavy emphasis on Morocco as the central hub for major competitions risks sidelining other capable nations…
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Dangote Assures Nigerians: Price Stability and Refinery Stock Listing Amid Expansion Plans
Overview: Stability in a volatile market In a major reassurance to Nigerians facing fuel supply concerns, Dangote Group’s leadership has confirmed resilience in price stability and the listing of refinery stocks. The statements come at a time when the Nigerian downstream sector seeks greater transparency and reliability as the group pushes ahead with its ambitious…
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Dangote Promises Price Stability as Refinery Expansion Hints at 1.4mbpd Feasibility
Dangote Signals Price Stability Amid Stock Listing Plans Nigerians could see greater price stability in fuel markets as Dangote Group signals a commitment to transparent stock listings and measured production growth. Speaking to investors and industry partners, the company’s chief executive outlined intentions to ensure more predictable pricing through better visibility of petroleum product stocks…