Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Health

August 4, 2026

Nigeria’s Most Searched Word Definitions By State (FULL LIST): Kano, ‘nonchalant’; Lagos, Rivers, ‘spiritual’; Abia, ‘dream’; Anambra, Delta, Edo, Enugu, Kaduna, ‘love’

In Kano, Lagos, Abia, Anambra, and Kaduna, Nigerians are typing “fast and furious” searching for the definition of words that have caught the imagination of the world.

Nigerians using their phones
August 4, 2026

Gang processing, selling meat of cow carcasses nabbed in Maiduguri: Police

The police command in Borno has arrested five suspects in connection with the alleged processing and selling of meat from cow carcasses in Maiduguri.

August 4, 2026

Oyo sets one-month deadline for waste bin compliance

The Oyo state government has announced the commencement of enforcement of mandatory waste bin provision for all residential and commercial buildings.

Heaps of refuse
August 4, 2026

Top 20 word definitions Nigerians searched most on Google in 2026: Report

A report on Google search data for 2026 has revealed Nigeria’s 20 most searched-for word definitions.

Nigerian youth using phones
August 3, 2026

Ebola: DRC, health partners to open new treatment centre

WHO said the current outbreak is now the largest recorded Ebola virus disease outbreak in the country. 

Ebola patients
August 3, 2026

Gov. Yusuf inaugurates Kano disease control centre

The governor urged health officials to ensure the judicious utilisation of the facility. 

Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf (Credit: Facebook)
August 3, 2026

FG urges stakeholders to enforce breastfeeding code

Mr Pate said the campaign was aimed at promoting exclusive breastfeeding.

Dr Muhammad Ali Pate
August 3, 2026

Bauchi govt, UNICEF push community-driven advocacy to sustain nutrition practices

Ms Rafique urged communities to adopt sustainable approaches to tackle malnutrition by establishing support mechanisms for vulnerable pregnant and lactating women.

Bauchi, UNICEF
August 3, 2026

Kwara targets 70% exclusive breastfeeding coverage

Ms Elelu observed that the exclusive breastfeeding rate was still low in the state.

Breastfeeding mother
August 3, 2026

Paediatrician dispels misconceptions, urges exclusive breastfeeding

Ms Ishola said breastmilk contains all nutrients required for growth, cognitive development and immunity, eliminating the need for formula or water.

Women breastfeeding their babies