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October 20, 2026

Kano assembly summons lawmaker over ‘rabbit talk’ on social media

The Kano State House of Assembly has summoned lawmaker Yusuf Bello-Aliyu (NNPP-Nassarawa) over alleged remarks and insults widely circulated on social media.

Kano State House of Assembly
October 20, 2026

WHO warns of global health workforce gap  

The World Health Organisation has said one in four doctors is nearing retirement age, warning of a global health workforce gap.

WHO
October 20, 2026

Nigeria tells UN food availability means little when families can’t eat

Nigeria has warned that increasing food production alone cannot eliminate hunger if millions of households remain unable to afford nutritious meals.

October 20, 2026

Nigeria strengthening international cooperation in healthcare, education, engineering: Ambassador

Nigeria says it has deployed skilled professionals to more than 40 countries, thus strengthening international cooperation in healthcare, education, engineering and development.

Nigerian Technical Aid Corps
October 20, 2026

Anambra confirms Lassa fever case, activates emergency response

The health commissioner, Afam Obidike, disclosed this on Monday at an emergency stakeholders’ meeting in Awka.

Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki (FETHA), Ebonyi
October 20, 2026

Delta declares three-day mourning period for Uduaghan 

Mr Uduaghan died in the early hours of Monday, October 19, at the age of 71.

Emmanuel Uduaghan
October 19, 2026

Tinubu describes Uduaghan’s death as loss to Delta, Nigeria

Mr Tinubu urged the people of Delta to draw strength from Mr Uduaghan’s years of service.

Emmanuel Uduaghan
October 19, 2026

Gov. Oyebanji inaugurates aviation fuel depot in Ado-Ekiti

The governor said the ground lighting project would cost more than N10 billion.

Abiodun Oyebanji
October 19, 2026

2027: Amupitan assures INEC workers of improved welfare, remuneration

Mr Amupitan urged the staff to steer clear of partisan politics.

INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan
October 19, 2026

NAF airstrike kills ISWAP leaders in Lake Chad

Mr Ejodame said the operation was conducted on Monday.

NAF Jet