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11/08/2025

After months on the run abroad to evade arrest, the founder and General Overseer of The Turn of Mercy Church, Prophet Adefolusho Aanu Olasele (alias Abbas Ajakaiye), has been apprehended by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for allegedly masterminding multiple shipments of illicit drugs into Nigeria

operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for allegedly masterminding multiple shipments of illicit drugs into Nigeria.

11/08/2025

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has condemned the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for unlawfully withholding the discharge certificate of Lagos corps member Ushie Rita Uguamaye, calling the act an unjust retaliation against her criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies .

(NYSC) for unlawfully withholding the discharge certificate of Lagos corps member Ushie Rita Uguamaye, calling the act an unjust retaliation

11/08/2025

Health workers and doctors in Benue State, led by Dr. Anthony Ajeh, a senior doctor at the Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH) in Makurdi, have again encouraged mothers to breastfeed their babies only with breast milk for the first six months.

Health workers and doctors in (BSUTH) Makurdi, encouraged mothers to breastfeed their babies only with breast milk for the first six months.

11/08/2025

The Federal Government has promised to pay the seven months’ salary it owes doctors and other health workers before the end of August 2025. This move is to stop a possible nationwide strike in the health sector.

The Federal Government has promised to pay the seven months' salary it owes doctors and other health workers before the end of August 2025.

11/08/2025

Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, is a vitamin that dissolves in water and travels through the blood. The body can store it for up to four years, and any extra B12 is removed through urine.

Vitamin B12 is a vitamin that dissolves in water and travels through the blood. The body can store it for up to four years

11/08/2025

Today on Histological Monday, we are looking at the history of Akwa Ibom State

Akwa Ibom State, located in Nigeria's South-South region, is characterized by its tropical monsoon climate and diverse vegetation including mangrove forests, freshwater swamp forests, and rainforests. The state is known for its rich cultural heritage, with the Ibibio, Annang, Oron, and Obolo being the major ethnic groups. Akwa Ibom also boasts significant natural resources, including oil and gas reserves, and is a major producer of palm oil.

KEY HISTOLOGICAL FACTS:Climate:
Akwa Ibom experiences a tropical monsoon climate with high temperatures and significant rainfall throughout the year.

Vegetation:
The state features three distinct vegetation zones: saline water swamp forest, freshwater swamp forest, and rainforest.

People:
The major ethnic groups are Ibibio, Annang, Oron, and Obolo, with the Ibibio language belonging to the Benue-Congo language family.

Economy:
Akwa Ibom's economy is driven by oil and gas production, agriculture (particularly palm oil), and fishing.

History:
The state was created in 1987 from Cross River State and has a history of significant events, including the establishment of the first experimental Local Government in British West Africa and the second highest slave depot in West Africa.

04/08/2025

On today's Monday edition of historical facts, we have:

HISTORICAL FACTS ABOUT ADAMAWA STATE.

Adamawa, a state in northeastern Nigeria, has a rich history deeply intertwined with the Fulani jihad and the subsequent establishment of the Adamawa Emirate. Founded in 1809 by Modibbo Adama, under the influence of Sheikh Usman dan Fodio, it became a key emirate within the Sokoto Caliphate. The capital, originally Gurin, was moved to Yola in 1841, which remains the seat of the emirate.

HERE'S A MORE DETAILED LOOK AT ADAMAWA'S HISTORY:

Fulani Jihad and Emirate Foundation:
The Fulani jihad, led by Sheikh Usman dan Fodio, resulted in the establishment of various emirates, including Adamawa. Modibbo Adama, a key figure in this movement, played a crucial role in the region's political landscape.

Shifting Capitals:
Initially based in Gurin, the capital of the nascent emirate was relocated to Ribadu in 1835 and finally to Yola in 1841, reflecting strategic considerations and the need for a more centralized location.

Territorial Extent:
By the time of Modibbo Adama's death in 1848, the emirate encompassed parts of present-day northeastern Nigeria and much of northern Cameroon, demonstrating its significant territorial reach.

British Influence and Colonial Era:
The Royal Niger Company established trading posts in Adamawa in the late 19th century, eventually leading to British colonial rule. Emir Zubeiru's resistance to British presence in 1901 resulted in the capture of Yola and his subsequent exile.

Post-Independence:
After Nigeria's independence in 1960, Adamawa became part of the Northern Region, then the North-Eastern State, and finally, in 1976, Gongola State. It was later split in 1991, with its northern part becoming Adamawa State.

Cultural Significance:
Adamawa is known for its vibrant Fulani culture and Islamic traditions, with the Lamido (Emir) holding a prominent position as the chairman of the Adamawa Emirate Council.

Economic Activities:
The state's economy is largely based on agriculture, with peanuts, cotton, sorghum, millet, and rice being major crops. Cottage industries like leatherwork and cloth dyeing also contribute to the local economy.

UNESCO World Heritage Site:
The Sukur Cultural Landscape, featuring a palace, villages, and the remains of an iron industry, is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

03/08/2025

Sub-Saharan Africa has taken an important but careful step towards becoming more self-reliant in healthcare. For the first time, HIV medicines and testing kits made in Africa are now being used in national health programmes.

Sub-Saharan Africa has taken important step towards becoming more self-reliant in healthcare. For the first time, HIV medicines and testing kits made in Africa are now being used

03/08/2025

The global landscape of large language models (LLMs) is undergoing rapid transformation, with Enterprise adoption accelerating and market leadership shifting. According to Menlo Ventures’ 2025 Mid-Year LLM Market Update, enterprise spending on LLM APIs has more than doubled in just six months, jumping from $3.5 billion to $8.4 billion.

The global landscape of large language models (LLMs) is undergoing rapid transformation, with Enterprise adoption accelerating and market lead

03/08/2025

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has flagged off the sale of fertilizers at 50% subsidized rates to farmers across the state for the 2025 wet farming season.

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has flagged off the sale of fertilizers at 50% subsidized rates to farmers across the state for