Author: Vincent Osuwo

The federal government has expressed worry that between 12 million to 14 million Nigerians have glaucoma, a primary cause of permanent blindness, with the majority ignorant of their condition. Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, made the announcement on Wednesday during a news briefing in Abuja to commemorate 2026 World Glaucoma Week, citing the eye condition as a critical public health concern. According to Salako, statistics suggest that 90-94% of Nigerians with glaucoma go misdiagnosed, emphasizing the importance of universal knowledge and regular eye exams. According to Salako, statistics suggest that 90-94% of Nigerians…

Nigeria has made a notable advancement in its battle against HIV following the arrival of a new long-lasting injectable medication aimed at preventing infection. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s National AIDS, Viral Hepatitis and STIs Control Programme (NASCP) reported that the initial delivery of Long-Acting Injectable Lenacapavir (LEN) for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) was received on March 10, 2026. In contrast to conventional daily oral PrEP, the injectable offers extended protection, which specialists believe may enhance adherence among people at risk for HIV infection. The initiative, backed by the Global Fund, aims to broaden prevention choices and enhance…

The UN Security Council adopted a resolution on Wednesday condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council states, as well as Jordan. The resolution received 13 votes in favor, with Russia and China abstaining. The resolution, introduced by Bahrain and co-sponsored by 135 countries, emphasized “strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and political independence” of the GCC states and Jordan. It strongly condemns the “egregious attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran against” the Gulf countries and Jordan, stating that they “constitute a breach of international law and a serious threat to international peace and security.” The resolution further denounced…

Iran vowed on Wednesday to launch strikes against US and Israeli economic interests in the region, including banks, while an Iranian news agency listed tech giants as possible “future targets.” “The enemy has given us free rein to target economic centers and banks belonging to the United States and the Zionist regime,” the military’s central operational command, Khatam Al-Anbiya, said in a statement carried by state TV in response to reports of a strike hitting an Iranian bank. Iran’s military urged people across the region to avoid going within one kilometer (around half a mile) of banks. Iran’s Foreign Minister…

Bodo/Glimt’s impressive Champions League journey continued as Sporting fell to defeat in the first leg of their last 16 match in Norway. It marked a fifth consecutive victory for the underdogs who, in their inaugural season in the main event, advanced to the playoff stage by placing 23rd in the league phase. Bodo did not secure victory in any of their first six Champions League matches yet achieved stunning wins over Manchester City and Atletico Madrid to earn a playoff against last season’s finalists Inter Milan—ultimately defeating the three-time champions both at home and away. Kjetil Knutsen selected the same…

Federico Valverde scored an exceptional first-half hat trick against Manchester City to place Real Madrid in charge of this last-16 clash in the Champions League. Valverde challenged City with an excellent performance, while Pep Guardiola’s team presented danger in attack but was frequently exposed defensively. Real played without the injured duo Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham, along with long-term sidelined Rodrygo, yet still possessed sufficient offensive strength to exploit City’s defensive weaknesses. The English team initially began strongly, creating some tense moments for Real, but everything began to fall apart dramatically after 20 minutes. Real’s first goal was straightforward; Thibaut…

A pricey mistake by Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jørgensen triggered a late breakdown, as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s brace handed Champions League champions Paris St-Germain a three-goal advantage ahead of next week’s last-16 second leg. Chelsea performed strongly, leveling the score at 2-2, but Jorgensen’s pass directly to PSG’s Bradley Barcola, followed by a lob from Vitinha, allowed the European champions to regain their advantage for the third time at Parc des Princes. Nevertheless, substitute Kvaratskhelia curled an impressive shot from the edge of the area before creating a challenge for Chelsea by scoring 5-2 with a side-footed finish in the dying moments…

Kai Havertz netted a late penalty to help Arsenal equalize against Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 match at the BayArena. The German striker, who played for Leverkusen for a decade before joining Chelsea for £71m in 2020, placed the ball past Janis Blaswich in the 89th minute after Malik Tillman fouled Noni Madueke. Arsenal fell behind for the first time in this season’s competition when Robert Andrich scored with a well-executed header from an Alex Grimaldo corner just one minute into the second half. The Gunners entered this match boasting a perfect record in…

The Senate confirmed Professor Taiwo Oyedele’s appointment as Minister of State for Finance on Wednesday, following nearly three hours of economic and financial questions from senators across party lines. During the confirmation hearing, Oyedele detailed a number of measures for stabilizing government revenues, enhancing contractor payments, and expanding Nigeria’s revenue base. Regarding the country’s dependency on crude oil, Oyedele said that advance sales may protect the economy from price volatility while providing citizens with predictable fuel pricing. “One strategy used in several countries is selling crude forward. Nigeria can lock in a price for a portion of our crude for…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has suspended its strike hours after the industrial action began on Wednesday. The decision was made following a meeting between academics and university management chaired by Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development Services), Prof. Foluso Lesi, on Wednesday morning, as well as a resolution passed at the union’s congress later that afternoon. The UNILAG branch of ASUU urged its members to withdraw their services on Tuesday, effective Wednesday, in protest of what it termed “amputated” January and February 2026 pay. The union had accused the university administration of failing to…