David Okoye, Author at OHAFIATV

Mar

07

2024

Nigeria to Receive MenFive Vaccine for Meningitis Outbreaks

Health, Metro, NewsHealth, Metro, Vaccine

Nigeria is set to receive the groundbreaking MenFive vaccine, making it the first country to combat meningitis outbreaks with this new vaccine. The MenFive vaccine, developed through a 13-year collaboration between PATH and the Serum Institute of India, with support from the UK Government, targets five main strains of meningococcal meningitis, including the elusive serogroup X. The vaccine shows promise in addressing the current meningococcus C outbreak in Nigeria, offering vital protection against a range of meningitis strains prevalent in Africa. GAVI, the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunizations, highlights the significance of innovations like MenFive in combating infectious diseases…

Mar

07

2024

By David Okoye

Nigerian Students Appeal for Government Palliatives Amid Rising Hardship

NewsEducation

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a plea to both federal and state governments for urgent assistance to alleviate the growing hardship faced by students in tertiary institutions across the country. In a statement released by NANS National President, Pedro Obi, the association highlighted the pressing need for government intervention to provide palliatives and grants to students grappling with the challenges posed by the current economic climate. Mr. Obi emphasized the necessity of implementing immediate measures to address the escalating financial burdens faced by students, particularly in light of the high cost of living. He stressed that…

Mar

06

2024

By David Okoye

Nigerian Cybercriminal Sentenced to Community Service for Money Laundering

Metro, NewsCrime, Metro

Toheeb Yusuf has been sentenced to one year in Ikoyi Prisons by the Ikeja Special Offences Court for money laundering. However, Justice Olubunmi Abike-Fadipe offered Yusuf the option of 100 hours of community service supervised by correctional center officials. In addition to the sentence, Yusuf will forfeit his iPhone 13 Pro, Toyota Camry car, and a manager's cheque of N1 million made out to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) if he fails to comply with the community service requirement. Yusuf was arrested during a sting operation on September 19, 2023, with an iPhone 13 Pro Max and a…

Mar

06

2024

By David Okoye

Reps to Establish Committee for New Minimum Wage

Economy, Lifestyle, Metro, News, PoliticsMetro, Next Level, Opinion, Politics

The House of Representatives has decided to establish an ad hoc committee to ensure the implementation of a living wage for all workers in Nigeria. This decision follows the adoption of a motion presented by Aliyu Madaki, highlighting the challenges faced by Nigerians due to rising inflation rates. Madaki emphasized the difficulty for average Nigerians to afford basic necessities such as food, housing, education, and healthcare, given the current inflationary environment. He cited Nigeria's commitment to the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which advocates for just and favorable remuneration for workers. The lawmaker pointed out that achieving eight…

Mar

06

2024

By David Okoye

2Baba and Now Muzik Part Ways After Two Decades

NewsMetro

Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as "2Baba," and his management label, Now Muzik, have mutually ended their over two-decade-long partnership. In a statement issued by Efe Omorogbe, co-founder and CEO of Now Muzik, the disengagement was described as amicable and immediate. Omorogbe expressed gratitude for the trust and friendship shared with 2Baba, acknowledging their collective achievements in building brands and creating music that entertained fans. He highlighted 2Baba's stature as one of Nigeria's greatest musicians and expressed pride in their collaborative efforts over the years. In response, 2Baba expressed appreciation for Now Muzik's role in his career success,…