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Nigeria Beach Soccer star Abu Azeez believes he has unlocked a new level of challenge and recreation for football enthusiasts after staging the second edition of his penalty kick event in Surulere, Lagos, on Saturday. The contest was a showmanship of techniques between 24 players, including amateur footballers, sports journalists, influencers, and content creators, as
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Seven hundred and sixty-two (762) persons across the country died from Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) and Lassa fever between 2023 and 2024, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), has said. Dr Jide Idris, the agency’s Director General disclosed this in Abuja while giving an update on the Lassa fever and meningitis outbreaks in
762 persons died of meningitis, Lassa fever in two years – NCDC
Seven hundred and sixty-two (762) persons across the country died from Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) and Lassa fever between 2023 and 2024, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), has said.
Dr Jide Idris, the agency’s Director General disclosed this in Abuja while giving an update on the Lassa fever and meningitis outbreaks in the country.
According to ldris, 361 meningitis-related deaths occurred across 174 local government areas in 23 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), while Lassa fever accounted for 401 fatalities in 28 states, adding that Nigeria saw 4,915 suspected meningitis cases, with 380 confirmed cases during the same period.
The Director General further explained that weather conditions like the dry season that brings dust, winds, cold nights, and frequent upper respiratory tract infections, increase the risk of infection, especially with crowding and poor ventilation.
The highest burden of CSM in Nigeria, according to him, occurs in the “Meningitis Belt” which includes all 19 states in the northern region, the FCT, and some southern states such as Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Ekiti, Ogun, Ondo, and Osun, stressing that a total of 2, 281, 750 doses of meningitis vaccines (Men5CV- ACWYX) have been administered in Bauchi, Gombe, Jigawa and covering 134 wards in the 13 LGAs.
He said the campaign targeted individuals aged 1-29 years, comprising 70% of the population, while Nigeria recorded a total of 3,372 Lassa fever cases between 2022 and 2024, as well as a total of 401 deaths from the disease between 2023 and 2024.
Idris explained, “In 2022, Nigeria reported 1,067 confirmed cases across 27 states and 112 LGAs.
“In 2023, 28 states and 114 LGAs reported confirmed cases, with 9,155 suspected cases, 1,270 confirmed cases, and 227 deaths.”
As of October 13, 2024, 8,569 suspected cases, 1,035 confirmed cases, and 174 deaths have been reported across 28 states and 129 LGAs, he said.
762 persons died of meningitis, Lassa fever in two years – NCDC
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has presented the sum of N390 billion as the 2025 budget proposal to the Osun State House of Assembly. Governor Adeleke presented the budget proposal to the Assembly on Wednesday. The governor said the proposal marked a significant increase in fiscal spending compared to previous years. He said it reflected
Gov Adeleke presents budget proposal of N390bn to State House of Assembly
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has presented the sum of N390 billion as the 2025 budget proposal to the Osun State House of Assembly.
Governor Adeleke presented the budget proposal to the Assembly on Wednesday.
The governor said the proposal marked a significant increase in fiscal spending compared to previous years.
He said it reflected his administration’s commitment towards accelerating socio-economic development in the state, explaining that “the budget is designed to enhance infrastructure, improve social services, and stimulate economic growth.”
DAILY POST gathered that the proposed budget allocates N144.231 billion for capital expenditure, which includes funds intended for infrastructure development, healthcare facilities, education improvements, and other projects meant to boost the state’s physical and social infrastructure.
“This allocation underscores the government’s commitment to tangible improvements in Osun State’s public services and infrastructure.
“The capital expenditure budget is expected to fund a wide range of projects, from road construction and repairs to the enhancement of healthcare services and educational facilities.”
On the other hand, the recurrent expenditure allocated to the budget amounts to N245.797 billion.
This part of the budget covers the state’s operational costs, including salaries and other government administrative expenses.
Governor Adeleke’s 2025 budget proposal also follows recent fiscal trends, including the approval of a N273 billion budget for 2024, aimed at setting a foundation for sustainable development.
The governor expressed confidence that the proposed budget will support ongoing projects and launch new initiatives aimed at transforming Osun State into a model of economic growth and social prosperity.
Governor Adeleke who urged the Assembly members to support the budget, stated that the proposed spending aligned with his administration’s vision of fostering inclusive growth and sustainable development.
Gov Adeleke presents budget proposal of N390bn to State House of Assembly
Filling stations in Abuja and neighbouring states of Niger, Nasarawa, and Kogi, were shut on Friday as oil marketers expressed…