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OPINION: The habit, not the steel – by Sola Adebawo

NUPRC reported that Nigeria’s crude production averaged about 1.56 million barrels per day in June 2026

How a Nigerian Oncologist is building African evidence for cancer care

A Nigerian oncologist is building African evidence to transform cancer care for children and families.

Conflict: How community-based counselling is aiding survivors’ recovery in Benue 

Community-led counselling is helping conflict survivors in Benue heal, rebuild resilience and recover from trauma.

Burundi’s breastfeeding success is becoming a test case for Africa’s maternal health investment

Burundi's breastfeeding success shows how stronger health systems and workplace support improve child health and boost economic growth.

WASSCE 2026: 1.2m candidates secure required credits as performance drops

WAEC releases 2026 WASSCE results: 61.54% of 1.95 million candidates earned five credits including English and Mathematics.

Oriire Abduction: Weeks after rescue, trauma lingers for schoolchildren, families

Weeks after rescue from the Oriire abduction, Oyo schoolchildren and families face trauma, fear and an uncertain return to school.

Wike’s Rainbow Coalition Consolidates As Key Members Meet Behind Closed-Door

The Rainbow Coalition, a cross-party alliance in Rivers State loyal to Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has strengthened its political reach and grip, and appears set for the 2027 governorship elections.

Parkinson’s patients march in Lagos, demand affordable care, end to stigma

Lagos Parkinson’s awareness walk calls for early diagnosis, affordable care and an end to stigma against people living with the disease.

JAMB: Oloyede hands over to Aina, says UTME fee hike is inevitable 

Oloyede hands over JAMB to Segun Aina, saying an increase in UTME registration fees is unavoidable amid rising logistics costs.

African diet ‘reduces inflammation’ in just two weeks

Traditional African diets cut inflammation in two weeks, while Western foods weaken immunity, study finds.

NMA Lagos elects Okunade chairman, adopts electronic voting

NMA Lagos elects Professor Sharafadeen Okunade chairman and adopts electronic voting for its 2026–2028 executive term.