The Federal Government has reported a decline in malaria prevalence among children aged six to 59 months from 22 per cent in 2021 to 15.2 per cent in 2025, while setting a target to halve malaria prevalence and malaria-related deaths…
Newswatch has honoured its founding Editor-in-Chief, Dele Giwa, with the presentation of a book documenting his journalism legacy, as the media organisation marked the 40th anniversary of his assassination. Titled Dele Giwa’s Granite Journalism, the book brings together Giwa’s writings…
The Federal Government has assured Nigerians of its preparedness to contain the Ebola virus disease outbreak, saying health authorities and relevant agencies have activated response measures to prevent further spread. The Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Ebola Virus…
The Lagos State Government has proposed a series of reforms to strengthen education quality assurance, including digital monitoring, school-based evaluation, annual self-assessment and improved teacher development, as part of efforts to improve learning outcomes across public and private schools. The…
By Michael Omotosho | The World Health Organization (WHO), World Meteorological Organization (WMO), UNICEF and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have launched a new global framework to help countries track the health risks of extreme heat among pregnant women,…
UNICEF, Airtel Africa and the Government of Nigeria are expanding access to free digital learning, digital skills and livelihood opportunities following visits to schools and youth programmes in Lagos and Abuja. The joint delegation, led by Garreth Spillane, Chief of…
By Michael Omotosho | The World Association for Christian Communication (WACC) Africa Region has elected Lekan Otufodunrin of Journalists for Christ International Outreach, Nigeria, as its new president. In a statement signed by Secretary Blessing Oladunjoye, the organisation elected Otufodunrin…
The African Union Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting human rights, promoting justice and equality, and upholding human dignity as Africa marks African Human Rights Day and the 40th anniversary of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights.…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to girl-child education, safety and empowerment, pledging to address gender disparities in education and ensure that every Nigerian girl has the opportunity to learn, lead and realise her full potential. The Acting Permanent…
The African Union (AU) has trained more than 60 security and technical experts from 17 member states across West Africa and the Sahel on detecting and disrupting terrorists’ use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) and emerging technologies. The training,…
