Nigerian airstrike kills 24 in Kaduna state village, residents say | Reuters<\/a><\/p>\n At least 24 people were killed by an airstrike on a village in Nigeria’s northern Kaduna state, residents and a local councillor said on Monday, after an Air Force operation targeting armed gangs and their hideout. The Sept. 27 incident is the latest in a pattern of\u00a0deadly\u00a0aerial assaults by the military that have killed civilians, a subject covered in a\u00a0special Reuters report\u00a0in June 2023.<\/p>\n Boko Haram terrorists slaughter 5, abduct 15 farmers in Borno – Vanguard News (vanguardngr.com)<\/a><\/p>\n Barely a few hours after President Bola Tinubu and Governor Babagana Zulum, in their independence messages, assured farmers of adequate security, no fewer than five were slaughtered by Boko haram terrorists, at Ngoshe Community in Gwoza Local Government area of Borno State.<\/p>\n MNJTF rescues 38 hostages, disrupts B\/Haram\u2019s supply chains in Lake Chad – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), operating under Sector 3, has rescued 38 hostages and dismantled a critical terrorist logistics network during recent clearance operations. Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, the Chief Military Information Officer at MNJTF headquarters in N\u2019Djamena, Chad, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday.<\/p>\n 150 Mawlid celebrants missing as boat capsizes in Niger \u00a0 – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n No fewer than 150 Mawlid celebrants have been reported missing when a boat with 300 people on board capsized at Gbajibo in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. Daily Trust gathered that the victims, mostly women and children, left Mundi Community for Gbajibo to mark Mawlid when the boat capsized midway on Tuesday.<\/p>\n Independence Day: Jonathan, govs, Mark say Nigeria\u2019ll overcome challenges – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Key political leaders, including former President Goodluck Jonathan and governors have expressed optimism that Nigeria will overcome its current challenges if they are being tackled with a common purpose, zeal and love for one another. They made these remarks in separate messages to mark the nation\u2019s 64th Independence anniversary.<\/p>\n Food insecurity: Tinubu, govs urged to invest more in agriculture – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and state governors have been urged to invest massively in agriculture to tackle the issue of food insecurity in the country. Chairman of the Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG), Barr. Jesutega Onokpasa, made the appeal yesterday in Abuja, during the inauguration of their executives.<\/p>\n West African wheat experts meet in Abuja over production challenges – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Wheat breeders and other stakeholders from West and Central Africa have converged in Abuja, the Nigerian capital, for the 2nd West and Central Africa Wheat Development Network (WECAWheat) Regional Summit 2024. Wheat experts from Chad, Cameroon, Benin Republic, Niger Republic, Sudan and other countries have arrived Abuja for the summit, which begins today.<\/p>\n 2 soldiers, monarch, six others killed in Benue – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Armed invaders have reportedly killed two soldiers, a village head, and six residents in Egwuma, Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State. Locals said that the incident occured at about 5pm on Tuesday. A villager, who preferred anonymity, said the attackers carted away the soldiers\u2019 weapons including a gun, after killing two of them and seriously injuring one. Sule Audu, a former member of the State House of Assembly representing Agatu constituency, told our correspondent on the telephone that at least nine people including the two soldiers, the head of Egwuma and six villagers were killed during the attack on the community.<\/p>\n 2025 Presidential Election: Akere Muna Designated Candidate By Cabral Libi’s Former Party – Journal du Cameroun<\/a><\/p>\n This time around, the former candidate in the 2018\u00a0presidential elections\u00a0is benefiting from a coalition, as he is supported by several parties and civil society leaders. One of the early supporters of this candidacy is\u00a0Eric Chinje.<\/p>\n The former editor-in-chief of Cameroon Radio Television (CRTV), who was invited by Nkou Mvondo, immediately gave his support to this profile, not without criticising the regime in Yaound\u00e9, whose leader, Paul Biya, had made a thinly veiled threat to him.<\/p>\n Nigeria turns 64: Tinubu vows \u201cend of tunnel\u201d is near, some protest economic hardship | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n Nigeria on Tuesday (Oct. 1) marked 64 years of independence. In a televised address, the president called for patience amid tough economy. Bola Tinubu notably listed security gains and investments in farm machinery among achievements that will help ease the economic pressure. \u201cI am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times,” the president who took office last year said.<\/p>\n Why has Samuel Eto’o been sanctioned by FIFA? | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n The behaviour of Samuel Eto’o during a FIFA Under-20 Women\u2019s World Cup game is at the heart of the sanctions he was handed on Monday (Sep. 30). If the FIFA did not give details about the incident that lead to the sanction, the head of Cameroon football federation was judged to have broken 2 sections of the body\u2019s Disciplinary Code. He breached articles 13 and 14 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code which focus on Misconduct of players and officials. On September 11, Brazil beat Cameroon 3-1 at the round of 16 game of the U-20 Women\u2019s World Cup.<\/p>\n Police inspector stabs man to death over N200 in Yobe – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n A police inspector attached to the Police Mobile Force (PMF), 41 Division, Damaturu in Yobe State, has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a suspected drug dealer to death over a N200 bribe. The incident happened at CMC Area, Zango, Damaturu, where the inspector, Mohammed Bulama, and the deceased Abdulmalik Pompomari, fought.<\/p>\n Female corpse without eyes found in Kwara community – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The corpse of an unidentified female teenager was reportedly found at Modinat Street, Fomo Babalaje community, Adabbiyah Area of Ilorin West LGA of Kwara State. City & Crime gathered that the corpse was discovered in the community on Monday morning. A community member in the area, who confirmed the incident to our correspondent, said her two eyes were removed. He said the incident was suspected to be a ritual case. The chairman of the community, Abdulqodir Abdulmumeen, described the incident as shocking and troubling.<\/p>\n Nigeria celebrates independence day amid protests over economic hardship | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n Nigerians on Tuesday staged mass protests against economic hardship as the West African nation marked its 64th independence anniversary, with its president calling for patience. Waving placards, the protestors demanded better opportunities and jobs for young people, especially in a country that has some of the world\u2019s highest poverty and hunger levels despite being a top oil producer on the continent. It is the second mass protest in two months in Africa\u2019s most populous country amid worsening hardship caused by the government\u2019s reforms to save more money and shore up dwindling foreign investments. At least 20 protesters were shot dead and hundreds of others arrested during the last protest in August.<\/p>\n Cameroon-Rice : Possible Reduction Of The Price\u00a0 – Journal du Cameroun<\/a><\/p>\n According to Cameroon\u2019s Minister of Trade,\u00a0Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana, this decision is of particular interest to the Cameroonian market as it should lead to better price control for consumers and even lower prices. The resumption of\u00a0Indian rice\u00a0exports will have a positive impact on Cameroon. It will help stabilise prices on the Cameroonian market, reducing price pressure and improving access to this staple food for the population.<\/p>\n Bandits abduct 3 herders, 4 women returning from market – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Bandits have abducted three herders alongside four women while returning from SCC village market in Kachia LGA of Kaduna State. A community leader from the area, who confirmed the abduction to our reporter through telephone on Monday, said the incident happened last Thursday, when the victims were returning from SCC village market in the area.<\/p>\n Cameroon farmers turn to vigilantes and amulets to stop cocoa theft | Reuters<\/a><\/p>\n Rising cocoa prices driven by global production shortfalls have led to increased thefts of the commodity in farms in Cameroon, farmers and authorities say, forcing farmers to turn to machete-armed vigilantes, and amulets to stop thieves.<\/p>\n The surge in prices in Cameroon, attributed to adverse weather conditions and plant diseases in top growers Ivory Coast and Ghana, has attracted thieves to the cocoa farms, escalating security challenges and farmers fearing for their safety.<\/p>\n Barrick Gold and Mali government to find resolution for Loulo and Gounkoto gold mines | Reuters<\/a><\/p>\n Barrick Gold Corp\u00a0(ABX.TO), opens new tab\u00a0and the Mali government have decided to find a resolution to existing claims and disputes over the Loulo and Gounkoto gold mines in the West African country, the company said on Monday.<\/p>\n The statement from the world’s second largest miner comes two days after the Malian government\u00a0arrested four Barrick employees.<\/p>\n African migrants, refugees continue to seek way to Europe – Security Council | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n The United Nations says it has registered more than 350,000 Sudanese refugees and asylum seekers protections in North Africa so far this year, with 97,000 migrants entering Libya since last April. “It is important to highlight that the challenges do not start in North Africa. A holistic cross-regional response is required that starts at the root of the journeys.,” said Sivanka Dhanapala, the director of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.<\/p>\n New cost of living rallies planned in Nigeria | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n Nigeria could see new rallies on Tuesday with citizens protesting against a cost of living crisis. Named ‘Fearless October 1’, the demonstrations have been timed to coincide with Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary which falls on Tuesday, October 1. Organisers told local media that rallies would take place in the capital Abuja, the port city of Lagos and in provincial capitals across the west African country. Similar demonstrations rocked Nigeria in July and August, with protestors demanding the reinstatement of a fuel subsidy, and end to government corruption. About two dozen people were killed in a crackdown by security forces, according to activists.<\/p>\n Children trafficked from Kebbi rescued in Calabar – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Nineteen children trafficked from Kebbi State have been rescued from traffickers in Calabar, Cross River State.<\/p>\n The children, whose ages range from 3 to 6 years, were being moved in batches from Kebbi to Calabar when officials of the National Agency for the Prohibiting of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) intercepted some of them.<\/p>\n Cameroun: Free of Charge Healthcare Campaign In Douala – Journal du Cameroun<\/a><\/p>\n People suffering from certain pathologies in various medical specialities will receive free of charge medical assistance. The following medical services will be provided: surgical operations, infectious and chronic diseases, paediatrics, dental and oral care, ophthalmology, orthopaedics and gynaecology and obstetrics. This follows a cooperation deal between China and Cameroon.<\/p>\n Nandap emerges chairperson of ECOWAS Heads of Immigration Forum – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, has emerged as the chairperson of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of Immigration Forum. The spokesman of the NIS, Kenneth Udo, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja on Monday.<\/p>\n West Africa to see two solar eclipses in 2025 | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n Over South American skies next week, one ring will rule them all. An annular solar eclipse \u2013 known as a \u201cring of fire\u201d \u2013 will be visible on Wednesday, October 2nd, over Easter Island and the tips of Argentina and Chile. But what is an annular solar eclipse? Solar eclipses happen when the sun, moon and Earth line up just so. The moon casts a shadow that can partially or totally block the sun\u2019s light. During an annular eclipse, the moon obscures all but a ring-shaped sliver of the sun. That\u2019s because the moon is at a point in its orbit that\u2019s farther from Earth. \u201cThe moon is just not quite big enough to cover the sun,\u201d explains Dr. Carolyn Sumners, vice president of astronomy at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. This eclipse will occur mostly over water in the Pacific adds Sumners.<\/p>\n Flood washes away bridge linking N\/West, S\/West in Kebbi, Sokoto – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n A flood has washed away a key bridge linking Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara States with southern Nigeria, in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto and Shanga in Kebbi State. The bridge collapsed on Monday following heavy rainfall, leaving many travellers from Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara stranded on their way south.<\/p>\n Climate change: Multinational firms promoting false solutions \u2013 Environmental activist – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n An environmental rights activist and the Executive Director of Renevlyn Development Initiative (RDI), Philip Jakpor, said multinational corporations are promoting false solutions to address climate change. Jakpor identified the \u201cfalse climate solutions\u201d as net zero, biofuel, geoengineering, emission trading, clean development mechanism, carbon markets and water privatization, among others.<\/p>\n Borno flood: FG orders impact assessment on livestock – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development to conduct an immediate assessment of the flood disaster\u2019s impact on the livestock sector in Borno State. During a courtesy visit to Borno State governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum in Maiduguri, Permanent Secretary, Dr. Chinyere Akujobi said the president\u2019s directive reflects the government\u2019s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by the livestock industry in the aftermath of the disaster.<\/p>\n Independence Day Speech Confirmed Tinubu\u2019s Insensitivity – PDP – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the 64th Independent Day Speech by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as another lethargic and windy rhetoric of false performance claims, \u201cscripted to delude Nigerians in the face of abysmal failure of the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration.\u201d PDP in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, said Nigerians are appalled that the President\u2019s speech \u201cdid not address issues or proffer any solution to the myriads of economic and security problems created by the APC government, for which Nigerians are hurting.\u201d<\/p>\n Independence: Don’t lose hope in Nigeria, Jonathan tells citizens – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerians to remain optimistic and resilient as the country marks its 64th independence. The former president urged the citizens not to lose hope in the dream of building a great and prosperous nation, despite the challenges the country currently faces. Jonathan stated this in his message on Nigeria\u2019s 64th independence anniversary, issued by his spokesman, Ikechukwu Eze. According to him, the country is marking a significant milestone in its 64th anniversary. \u201cThis period is when we remember and adore our nationalists who fought and brought an end to colonial rule\u201d, he noted.<\/p>\n Tinubu approves e-vehicles for transportation in N\/East – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the deployment of e-vehicles for intra-state and interstate transportation in the North East. Managing Director of the NEDC, Mohammed Alkali, disclosed this while briefing journalists at the State House in Abuja, after a meeting with President Tinubu and the executive of the commission.<\/p>\n Is Ukraine supplying Starlink systems to the Sahel? – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The world has witnessed events that affect not only security in the Sahel, but also the broader context of geopolitical tensions. In the course of the recent seizure by the Nigerian Armed Forces, 16 Starlink satellite communication devices were found on the border with Niger, destined for terrorist groups in Mali.<\/p>\n Ndume asks Tinubu to hire military contractors to flush out Boko Haram – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Senator representing Borno South, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to temporarily hire the services of \u201cmilitary contractors\u201d to wipe out the remnants of Boko Haram terrorists in Borno State. Ndume, who hailed the gallant performance of the military and Civilian JTF, said they are ill-equipped to carry out the task of eliminating the remaining insurgents who operate within.<\/p>\n Fish out bad eggs among you, Miyetti Allah tells herders – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, a Fulani socio-cultural association, has charged farmers and herders across the country to live in peace for economic prosperity. The National President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Association, Abdullahi Bello Badejo, stated this during the inauguration of the new state executive of the association in Damaturu, Yobe State.<\/p>\n We are winning war against Boko Haram fighters, bandits – Tinubu – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that his administration is winning the war against terrorism, occasioned by the Boko Haram in the North East and bandits across the country. In his Nationwide Broadcast to commemorate the Independence of Nigeria, the President said before coming on board about 16 months ago, the country was bugged down by economic and security challenges.<\/p>\n Insecurity: Problem-specific approach required to resolve crisis – Report\u00a0 – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Tackling Nigeria\u2019s security crisis demands a problem-specific, or region-specific approach beyond the current involvement of military, a new report has revealed. The report, titled \u2018Unravelling Nigeria\u2019s Insecurity crisis: The urgent need for a lasting solution\u2019, was launched on October 1. It is based on a research by the Initiative for Economic Development Communication, (INSDEC) Lagos and the International Organisation for Peacebuilding and Social Justice (PSJ-UK). The report was signed by Executive Vice President, INSDEC, Ogie Eboigbe and Chief Executive Officer, PSJ-UK, Ayo Adedoyin.<\/p>\n Police teargas protesters in Abuja – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Protesters who converged on the Utako market area of Abuja have been dispersed with teargas by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force. The protesters were said to have gathered at the busy market in the early hours of Tuesday when they were met with teargas fumes. The October 1 protest tagged #FearlessInOctober has not gained traction like that of August. The demonstration, organised by some civil society organisations (CSOs) under the aegis of the #EndBadGovernance movement, coincided with Nigeria\u2019s 64th Independence Day anniversary.<\/p>\n Hisbah bans sports betting in Kano – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The Kano State Hisbah Board has banned all forms of sports betting in the state. The Deputy Commander-General of the board, Dr Mujaheed Aminuddeen, made this known when he briefed journalists on the Hisbah\u2019s renewed effort to fight immorality. He said the Hisbah has re-launched \u2018operation flush out immorality\u2019 and its operatives would soon clampdown on individuals and groups bent on violating social order in the state. He said in its efforts to restore sanity and discipline in the state, the Hisbah would arrest any landlord who rented out an apartment to unknown person(s) in view of the increasing cases of residential houses being used as lodges and motels in the city.<\/p>\n AU-UN seek to strengthen cooperation | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n The head of the United Nations Office to the African Union briefed the Security Council Wednesday (Oct. 2) on the cooperation between the UN and regional organizations including the African Union (AU). \u201cThe partnership between the United Nations and the African Union draws its dynamism from a commitment shared and sustainable in favor of multilateralism.\u201d The Permanent Observer of the AU to the United Nations told the Council was pleased with the increased involvement of the bloc of three elected African members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) \u2013 the A3 on key resolutions is also critical.\u201d<\/p>\n Between justice and torture: Nigeria\u2019s death row phenomenon – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n As Nigeria celebrates its independence, it is essential to reflect on the principles that form the foundation of our nation, particularly justice. The death penalty, often regarded as the ultimate punishment for the gravest of crimes\u2014murder, armed robbery, and treason\u2014appears in theory to serve the cause of justice. Yet, the reality in Nigeria\u2019s correctional facilities paints a different picture. More than 3,500 people, including 73 women, languish on death row, some for decades. This prolonged limbo, in my view, is not justice but torture.<\/p>\n HURIWA condemns attack on protesters in Abuja, Port Harcourt – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Human Rights Writers Association (HURIWA) has condemned the FCT and Rivers state police commands\u2019 attacks on protesters. Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, the National Coordinator of HURIWA, in a statement, said that protesters were attacked with teargas canisters. HURIWA described as despicable and reprehensible, the decision of the FCT police command that intervened and dispersed the protes<\/p>\n ters at around 8:54 a.m., preventing the continuation of the demonstration.<\/p>\n Algeria, Mali dissension laid bare after UN speech | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n The war against terrorism and a political process to achieve lasting peace in Mali seems to have pitted Bamako against Algiers. During the 79th United Nations General Assembly high-level week, heads of governments and representatives took to the podium of the multilateral body one after the other. If calls, pleas, and invitations could be heard, threats, accusations and denunciations were also voiced on that stage. It’s against that backdrop that on September 28, the spokesperson for Mali’s government chose to devote a section of his speech to the resolution of the security and political crises in his country.<\/p>\n Burkina Faso calls out foreign powers \u201cdeliberately exacerbating suffering\u201d of Sahelians | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n Burkina Faso\u2019s Minister of Foreign Affairs addressed Monday the UN General Assembly High-Level Debate in New York. As his country still fights a terrorist group in the north-east, he said nearly 70% of the territory was now under control from 40% in 2022. Foreign Minister Traore also called out what he termed as propaganda against Burkinabe Defence forces. He highlighted \u201cthe professionalism and the stellar conduct\u201d of the country\u2019s Defense and Security Forces (FDS), \u201cthat is demonstrated through their participation in peacekeeping operations and recognize it time and time again at this very podium, the ongoing training and examination of our defense forces and volunteers in International humanitarian law guarantee that our professional conduct is unimputable in respecting human rights.\u201d<\/p>\n Mali, Niger, Burkina investigate a French journalist over jihadi analysis | Africanews<\/a><\/p>\n Prosecutors in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso launched investigations on Wednesday (Sep. 25) against the French journalist and researcher Wassim Nasr into what they called his \u201capology of terrorism\u201d and \u201ccomplicity\u201d in alleged terrorist acts, in the latest action against the Western media. In a message to The Associated Press, he condemned the move as intimidation and an attack on journalism. Nasr, who works for the French broadcaster France 24, gave a informed analysis of a\u00a0rare deadly jihadi attack\u00a0in Mali’s capital Bamako on Sep. 17. The prosecutors accused him of having been in contact with the attackers and that they communicated their location, objectives and death toll in real time with him.<\/p>\n Africa unites at UNGA to demand permanent UNSC seats ‘with veto power’ (trtworld.com)<\/a><\/p>\n United Nations, New York \u2014\u00a0African leaders and diplomats have shown a collective unity once again at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) over their old demand of permanent seats at the powerful UN Security Council, with several diplomats and ministers telling\u00a0TRT World\u00a0that their countries want the memberships “with veto power”.<\/p>\n WATRA to regulate satellite services in Nigeria, other W\/African countries – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The West Africa Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA) has developed a comprehensive framework aimed at regulating the growing challenges posed by the introduction of Non-Geostationary Satellite Orbits (NGSO) services across West Africa This was disclosed during the 21st Annual General Meeting in Freetown, Sierra Leone, a statement by WATRA stated yesterday.<\/p>\n Polio in Nigeria: A triumph in face of adversity, as fight isn\u2019t over – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Polio in Nigeria tells a story of resilience, determination and the power of public health initiatives. For decades, Nigeria was at the epicentre of the global polio crisis, especially in Africa. As recently as 2012, the country accounted for more than half of all polio cases worldwide, and eradicating the disease seemed like an uphill battle, complicated by conflict, mistrust, and logistical challenges. However, through collective effort and unwavering commitment, Nigeria achieved what many once thought was impossible: in August 2020, the country was declared free of the wild polio virus.<\/p>\n Adamawa Gov’t Launches Massive Fumigation to Combat Cholera – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n In response to the recent cholera outbreak that has claimed over 12 lives and hospitalized 304 others, the Adamawa State government has embarked on a large-scale fumigation exercise in Yola and Jimeta towns. Commissioner for Education, Dr. Umar Garba-Pella, representing Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, directed fumigators to conduct house-to-house disinfection in over 20 wards and extend the exercise to all 21 Local Government Areas (LGAs).<\/p>\n Cholera Outbreak in Nigeria\u2019s Yobe Claims Nine Lives as Floods Worsen Health Crisis – HumAngle (humanglemedia.com)<\/a><\/p>\n Local authorities have confirmed at least 132 cholera cases in Yobe state,\u00a0northeast\u00a0Nigeria, with about nine deaths\u2014a 6.8 per cent fatality rate. \u201cThe delay in seeking treatment has significantly contributed to these fatalities,\u201d said Dr Muhammad Lawan Gana, Yobe\u2019s Commissioner for Health. According to Dr Gana, the outbreak is prevalent in Gujba, Fune, Machina, Nangere, and Nguru local government areas, which are already\u00a0struggling\u00a0with disrupted infrastructure due to heavy rainfall and flooding.<\/p>\n 143,500 vulnerable residents to receive free healthcare in Jigawa – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has launched a free basic healthcare initiative aimed at providing services to vulnerable populations across the state. During the flag-off ceremony at the government house in Dutse, Governor Namadi reaffirmed his administration\u2019s commitment to enhancing healthcare services, ensuring that all vulnerable individuals have access to national healthcare standards.<\/p>\n [Photo Essay]: Nigerians March Against Bad Governance, Economic Hardship on Independence Day – HumAngle (humanglemedia.com)<\/a><\/p>\n Nigerians in various parts of the country have taken over the streets to protest against economic hardship occasioned by the fuel subsidy removal and the continuous devaluation of the naira. The developments have left many struggling to make ends meet.\u00a0 Despite attempts by President Bola Tinubu\u2019s administration to downplay the protests as politically motivated, the demonstrations tagged \u201c#EndBadGovernanceInNigeria\u201d have witnessed the participation of hundreds of Nigerians.<\/p>\n Digital Identity: Why FG may not issue physical ID card \u2013 Expert – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n As the federal government\u2019s efforts to implement broad-based digital identity policies for transparent governance and functional economy gain strength, the Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of UrbanID Global, a digital identity and technology solutions company, Mr. Olatunji Durodola, has said Nigeria may find it difficult to issue physical ID to its citizens because the country currently faces problems of inadequate infrastructure to sustainably support physical card issuance.<\/p>\n Cholera kills 11 in Benue – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n A\u00a0suspected cholera outbreak in the Apaogbozu community of Agila district in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State has resulted in 11 fatalities, with six others in critical condition. Dr Perpetual Okafor, the immediate past secretary of Ado Local Government Council, told newsmen in Makurdi on Monday that the outbreak began four days ago and escalated quickly, with the death toll rising daily.<\/p>\n Yobe declares 9 dead in cholera outbreak – Daily Post Nigeria<\/a><\/p>\n The Yobe State Government has confirmed the outbreak of cholera in five local government areas and the death of nine patients. Commissioner of Health and Human Services Dr. Muhammad Lawan Gana confirmed in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday. He listed the five affected local governments as Gubja, Fune, Machina, Nangere and Nguru.<\/p>\n Left Behind: The Stories of Discrimination Against Persons With Disability in Nigeria\u00a0 – HumAngle (humanglemedia.com)<\/a><\/p>\n Yasmin Bawa, a 24-year-old graduate living with multiple forms of scoliosis, is no stranger\u00a0 to the challenges faced by Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria as her days are usually filled with navigating inaccessible infrastructure, unreliable transportation, and the constant need to adapt. She said each morning begins with careful planning, considering which routes to take, which buildings to avoid, and which stairs to endure. \u201cIt\u2019s very testing and backbreaking,\u201d she said amid frustration on her wheelchair.<\/p>\n Naira-for-crude deal began Oct 1 \u2013 Committee – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The Technical Sub-Committee on Domestic Sales of Crude Oil in Local Currency has confirmed that the supply of crude in naira by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is to begin on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. On September 13, 2024, the committee announced that the Federal Executive Council under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the sale of crude to local refineries in naira and the corresponding purchase of petroleum products in naira.<\/p>\n Low passengers\u2019 turnout as Emirates returns to Nigeria after 2 years – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The United Arab Emirates (UAE) flag carrier Emirates flight landed at the Murtala Muhammad International Airport (MMIA), Lagos on Tuesday. This is coming two years after the suspension of operation by the airline over several issues including unresolved trapped funds belonging to the airline.<\/p>\n Currency in circulation hits N4.1trn in August – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Currency in circulation has reached an all-time high of N4.1trillion as of August 2024, Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has shown. This is just as currency outside the banks also grew to 3.86 trillion in the month under review. The data showed a steady increase in currency in circulation, growing from N4.05 trillion in the previous month of July to N4.1 trillion in August, according to the Apex Bank\u2019s Money and Credit Statistics. Daily Trust\u00a0reports that the currency in circulation has continued to grow since the beginning of the year starting with N3.65 trillion currency in circulation in January.<\/p>\n Zoho grows by 31% in Nigeria, expands workforce by 40% – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n Zoho, a global technology company, has said that it grew by 31%\u00a0 in 2023 in Nigeria, one of its key markets in the Africa region. The Country Head, Zoho Nigeria, Kehinde Ogundare, who disclosed this at the sidelines of Zoholics Nigeria, the company\u2019s annual user conference in Lagos, yesterday, added that the company has\u00a0\u00a0 expanded its local workforce in Nigeria by 40% in the previous year.<\/p>\n Attaining a trillion naira economy by 2030 – Daily Trust<\/a><\/p>\n The administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said it is determined to take Nigeria to a trillion-dollar economy by 2030. How does he intend to do so? For the records, one trillion dollar economy as of today\u2019s exchange rate is N1,600 trillion. Going by Nigeria\u2019s budget this year, 2024, a total of N34 trillion was proposed and approved. Fusing or synthesising N34 trillion budget with a projected one trillion dollar economy (1,600 trillion naira), would give us just two per cent. The root cause of our poverty is majorly the size of our national budget and low productivity.<\/p>\nPeace and Security<\/h5>\n
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