By JKNewsMedia THE LATEST cohort of 191 Nigerian scholars, including 44 Chevening and 147 Commonwealth recipients, has returned to Nigeria after completing postgraduate and fellowship programmes in the United Kingdom (UK). These scholars, recognised for their leadership potential and commitment to national progress, were honoured at welcome c...
By Joke Kujenya THE LEGACY of a remarkable legal mind and passionate advocate for human rights, Barrister Sebastian Townsend Ukegheson, will be honoured as he is laid to rest in London. His final rites will take place at East London Cemetery, Grange Road, following a funeral service at St. Margaret’s Catholic Church, Canning Town, scheduled [...
By Rosheedat Akinkunle, JKNewsMedia Reporter SKIN CANCER continues to devastate Nigeria’s albino population, with 16 lives lost to the disease in 2024 and 40 others currently battling various stages of the condition. AThe Albino Association of Nigeria (AAN) raised the alarm in a heartfelt plea for urgent support on Monday. The associati...
By Joke Kujenya AN ALARMING surge in cholera outbreaks globally has drawn attention to the severe impact of conflict, mass displacement, natural disasters, and climate change. These factors have aggravated the spread of cholera in vulnerable regions, especially in rural and flood-affected areas with poor infrastructure and limited healthcare ...
By: Al Humphrey Onyanabo Listening to Your Body: The Importance of Paying Attention to Physical Signs for Optimal Wellness OUR BODIES are incredible machines that constantly communicate with us, sending signals and signs that indicate our physical, emotional, and mental state. However, in today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to ignore or dismis...
By Dr. Chinta Sidharthan — Scientists have unveiled a novel mosquito control strategy: genetically engineered fungi that spread through mating. This strategy offers hope for reducing malaria in high-risk regions. IN A recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, a team of researchers in Burkina Faso and the United States investig...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE ABUJA place has said that the alarming movement of minors across state lines have continued to raise serious questions about child safety and trafficking networks. In Abuja, the Police says it has intercepted 59 boys, aged 4 to 12, suspected to be victims of human trafficking. Meanwhile, in Lago...
Culled from BBC AN EIGHT-year-old boy has been found alive after surviving five days in a game park inhabited by lions and elephants in northern Zimbabwe, according to a member of parliament. The ordeal began when Tinotenda Pudu wandered 23 km (14 miles) from home into the “perilous” Matusadona Game Park, said Mashonaland West MP […]...
By Al Humphrey Onyanabo THE BATHROOM is often considered a safe haven, a place where we can relax and unwind. However, beneath its tranquil surface, the bathroom harbours a multitude of hazards that can lead to serious accidents and even fatalities. In this article, we will delve into the common causes of bathroom accidents and […]
By Joke Kujenya MILLIONS WORLDWIDE continue to grapple with malaria as the disease remains a leading public health threat, particularly in Africa. The latest 2024 World Malaria Report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) reveals 263 million malaria cases and 597,000 deaths in 2023, marking an increase of 11 million cases from 2022. Despite t...
