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ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The European Union on Monday condemned Russia’s holding of “so-called elections” in occupied territories in Ukraine, following Moscow’s announcement that Russian President Vladimir Putin had won a landslide victory. “The European Union strongly condemns the illegal holding of so-called ‘elections’ in the territories of Ukraine that Russia has temporarily occupied,” it said in a statement. The EU referred to the Black Sea peninsula of Crimea, annexed by Moscow in violation of international law in 2014, and the mainland regions of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhya and Kherson. READ ALSO: Estonia’s Prime Minister On Russia Wanted List The…

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In 2013, Akpa Emeka, a former Administrative Officer at the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) and Social Worker, was kidnapped while on one of his many trips in the Southeastern part of Nigeria. After his release, he began to nurse kidney disease and other health issues resulting from his experience in the kidnappers’ den. Although the ordeal led to the loss of valuables and had lasting effects on his physical and mental health, it didn’t deter him from continuing his charity work.  However, in June 2023, he experienced a crisis that led to the amputation of his right limb and kidney…

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(VOICE OF NAIJA)-Justice Abike-Fadipe O. O of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, has set aside the bail earlier granted one Ericbona Ushie, a businessman and politician who is standing trial for an alleged N35 million fraud. Justice Abike-Fadipe adjourned the case till June 20, 2024 for the defence to refute video evidence by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. In the said video, he was seen grandstanding in the comfort of his house, instead of being in custody of the Nigerian Correctional Service.According to a statement signed by the Head, Media and Publicity, EFCC, Dele Oyewale,…

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LAGOS, NIGERIA (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Federal Government says it is targeting increasing the number of Primary health care Centres benefiting from the Basic Health Care Provision Fund from 8,809 to 17, 618. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, said this in Abuja at the ongoing 11th Biennial Conference of the Africa Christian Health Association Platform, organized by the Christian Health Association of Nigeria. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the theme of the conference is ‘The journey to achieving Universal Health Coverage in Africa; Experiences and Lessons from the Faith Communities’. Development Agency,…

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LAGOS, NIGERIA (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Nigerian government is demanding at least $10 billion as retribution from Binance amid a crackdown on the crypto exchange platform in desperate moves to salvage the value of the nation’s local currency. Special adviser on information and strategy to President Bola Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga made this known Friday morning in an interview with the BBC. Binance profited substantially from its “illegal transactions” in Nigeria while the nation suffered huge losses, Mr Onanuga said during the interview. Earlier on Friday, the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) confirmed that the crypto exchange platform is…

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ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- National Chairman of the Accord Party, Barrister Maxwell Mgbudem, has called on President Bola Tinubu to, as a matter of urgency, address the issue of high cost of food items in the country. Mgbudem says Nigerians are hungry and are in need of palliatives to ease their sufferings. According to him, millions of citizens are disillusioned, and cannot say where their next meal will come from.He said this is due to the extreme economic hardship occasioned by the removal of fuel subsidy, liberalisation and floating of the exchange rate that led to the crash of…

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LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Kenya’s health system is getting a big boost from a new global health partnership that combines proven AI technology led by Africans with in-depth local knowledge. According to press statement distributed by APO Group on behalf of BroadReach Group, Leaders in healthcare had gathered in Nairobi on 22 February 2024 to address critical health outcomes and improve programme performance. Titled “Technology-enabled Health Systems Strengthening”, the round table brought together high-level government, donor and private sector health stakeholders in Kenya.  Attendees included the Kenya Ministry of Health, Digital Directorate, Kenya Council of Governors, Kenya Healthcare Federation,…

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Morrisville, VT (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Kellogg’s CEO, Gary Pilnick, faces criticism for suggesting budget-conscious individuals consider cereal as a dinner option to cut costs. The controversial statement was made during an interview where Pilnick discussed the company’s strategies to connect with financially strained consumers in the US. The multinational company, known for producing popular cereals like Corn Flakes, Special K, and Coco Pops, has been actively promoting its products with the slogan: “Give chicken the night off.” In a CNBC interview, monitored by Voice of Naija, Pilnick explained, “Consumers are under pressure, so, we’re advertising about cereal for dinner.…

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OYO, Nigeria. (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Since the passing of Oba Lamidi Adeyemi almost two years ago, the town of Oyo is still in anticipation of the ascension of a new Alaafin, as internal divisions among kingmakers have complicated the selection process. Following the end of Oba Olayiwola Adeyemi III’s 51-year reign on April 22, 2022, the race to determine the 46th Alaafin of Oyo has encountered obstacles. A total of 82 princes expressed their interest in the throne, and their names were submitted to Baba Iyaji of Oyo, the leader of all princes, Mukaila Afonja. Reports say in accordance…

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ABA, Nigeria. (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Residents of Aba, Abia State, are jubilant as they celebrate 48 consecutive hours of uninterrupted power supply, thanks to the successful installation of the Geometric Power Plant.  According to reports, a single turbine at the plant was activated on Sunday, February 25, 2024, leading to some areas in Aba experiencing continuous electricity. Praising the consistent power supply, one resident shared their excitement by stating, “Aba residents now enjoy 24/7 electricity. Aba is currently the most thriving city for living and investing in Nigeria.” READ ALSO: Aba Power Plant Comes On Stream 20 Years After…

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