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April 8, 2026

Health diagnostic accuracy in Nigeria declining under Tinubu, worst in South-West: Statistics Bureau

The South-West had the lowest diagnostic accuracy at 36.7 per cent, reflecting significant regional disparities in clinical performance levels.

President Bola tinubu and Health minister Muhammed Ali Pate
April 8, 2026

Farmers excited over FG’s approval of 57 newly improved crop varieties

Mr Agbayewa noted that the approval of the crop varieties would help improve the yields of farmers in the state.

Maize farmers(Credit: Babban Gona)
April 8, 2026

David Mark @78: “ADC’s challenges surmountable,” party chairman assures members

Mr Mark stated, “We remain united, determined, and focused on strengthening the party and upholding democratic values.”

David Mark
April 8, 2026

Army promotes five officers to lieutenant colonels, demands improved loyalty

The army asked the officers to lead by example, mentor subordinates, and contribute to operational effectiveness.

Brig.-Gen. Ahmed Balogun, Commander, 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army (3rd left) and the newly promoted officers
April 8, 2026

NYSC releases 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream 2 three-week orientation timetable

The NYSC orientation course is a compulsory programme designed to prepare Nigerian graduates for the one-year national service programme nationwide.

NYSC Corp members used to illustrate the story.
April 8, 2026

Ibadan man arrested for stealing motorcycle

Mr Sani was charged with conspiracy and stealing, to which he pleaded not guilty.

Agodi prison
April 8, 2026

Kano: Firefighters rescue four people, save N1 billion property

The Kano State Fire Service says it rescued four people and property worth N1 billion in March.

Firefighters in Nigeria
April 8, 2026

Plateau ADC chair reaffirms support for Mark’s leadership

The chairman of the African Democratic Congress in Plateau, Hanatu Gagara, has reaffirmed support for David Mark-led leadership of the party.

David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola
April 8, 2026

North-East ranked highest in clinical compliance at 62.9%, South-West lowest nationwide: NBS Report

Diagnostic accuracy among clinical health workers in Nigeria’s public health facilities has declined, dropping from 56.2 per cent in 2023 to 46.1 per cent in 2025.

Medicines used to illustrate the story
April 8, 2026

Nigeria’s pension assets hit N29.43 trillion in February, increases by N1.39 trillion

Nigeria’s pension assets rose to N29.43 trillion in February, representing a month-on-month increase of N1.39 trillion.

PenCom building