David Okoye, Author at OHAFIATV

Feb

27

2024

Urgent Call for Collective Action on Climate Change in Nigeria’s Water Sector

NewsNigeria

Minister Joseph Utsev of Water Resources and Sanitation in Nigeria issued a compelling call for immediate action against the mounting threats of climate change during a national workshop on climate action in Abuja. Utsev emphasized the urgency of collaborative efforts, stressing that climate change spares no nation and impacts various aspects of life, particularly the water sector. Highlighting the vulnerability of water resources to climate change, Utsev pointed to rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and dwindling natural resources as key manifestations. He underscored the need for swift, decisive action, attributing climate change primarily to greenhouse gases and synthetic chemicals. Drawing…

Feb

23

2024

By David Okoye

FG Directs Sealed Medicine Stores in Kano to Relocate for Proper Monitoring

Health, Metro, NewsHealth, Kano State, Metro

The federal government has instructed the owners of 1,321 medicine stores sealed in Kano to relocate to the Coordinated Wholesale Centre (CWC) in the Dangwauro area. This move aims to enhance monitoring and safeguard public health. Minister of Health, Muhammad Ali Pate, issued the directive following an inspection of the CWC on Zaria Road, emphasizing the importance of ensuring quality distribution and combating counterfeit drugs. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) sealed the stores on February 18 for illegal operations in Kano. Pate underscored the government's commitment to…

Feb

23

2024

By David Okoye

SSANU Calls for Action Amidst Economic Hardship and Insecurity in Nigeria

NewsNigeria, Security

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has urged both federal and state governments to intensify efforts in alleviating the economic hardship and rising insecurity experienced by Nigerians. Speaking during the 19th regular North-Central Zonal Executive Council meeting at the Federal University of Lafia, Nasarawa State, SSANU's national president, Mohammed Ibrahim, emphasized the need for immediate action to address the growing challenges. Highlighting the dire situation faced by citizens, Ibrahim stressed the importance of government intervention to mitigate the unbearable conditions. He lamented the continuous strain on the welfare of university staff, calling for urgent measures to alleviate their…

Feb

23

2024

By David Okoye

Anglican Bishop Advices Tinubu to Urgently Address Nigeria’s Crisis

NewsNigeria, Opinion

... Tinubu Commends Late Akeredolu's Fearlessness During the funeral service for former Ondo governor Rotimi Akeredolu, Anglican Primate Henry Ndukuba urged President Bola Tinubu to swiftly tackle the nation's hardships. Represented by Archbishop Blessing Enyindah, Ndukuba emphasized Nigeria's urgent need for relief, citing widespread insecurity, hunger, and ritual killings. Ndukuba implored Tinubu to fulfill his promise of renewed hope, stressing the pressing nature of the challenges facing the country. He highlighted the dire state of affairs, urging the president to act promptly to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians. In response, Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, praised Akeredolu's fearlessness…

Feb

23

2024

By David Okoye

Former NBA President Akpata Clinches Edo LP Governorship Ticket

News, PoliticsEdo State, Labour Party, Politics

Olumide Akpata, former national chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has secured the Labour Party's (LP) governorship candidacy for the upcoming Edo State election. Akpata emerged victorious in the primary election held in Benin City, Edo's capital, garnering 316 votes to claim a decisive win over other contenders. The announcement was made by Ikechukwu Emeta, the deputy governor of Abia and chief returning officer for the election, who declared Akpata as the winner in accordance with the party's constitution. "I hereby declare Mr. Olumide Osaigbovo Akpata as the winner and the gubernatorial candidate of the Labour Party for the…