IBADAN NIGERIA

Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Nigeria's Home Births: A Closer Look at Rural and Urban Differences

Nigeria faces serious challenges with high maternal and newborn death rates. One big reason is that many women give birth at home instead of in hospitals. This happens more in rural areas than in cities. The lack of skilled help and quick access to medical care in emergencies makes home births risky. The problem is not the same everywhere in Nigeria. Some places hav...

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Nov 21 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Cost of Health in Nigeria: How Spending on Chronic Illnesses Affects Families

Nigeria is facing a big problem. More and more people are getting sick with long-term illnesses. These are not the usual diseases you might think of, like malaria or infections. Instead, they are conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. These illnesses are costly to treat. And when families have to pay for this care out of their own pockets, it can cause ...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

U. S. Eyes Tough Measures to Safeguard Nigerian Christians

The United States is exploring ways to push Nigeria into taking stronger steps to protect its Christian communities. This includes potential sanctions and increased military cooperation. A top U. S. official recently shared this plan with lawmakers, highlighting concerns over religious freedom in Nigeria. Nigeria has faced criticism from the U. S. President, who has...

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Nov 20 2025CRIME

Schools Shut in Nigeria After Church Attack

In Nigeria, schools in five areas of Kwara state have been closed. This decision came after a church was attacked, and people were kidnapped. The government is worried that schools could be the next target. The attack happened on Tuesday night. Gunmen killed two people and took the pastor and some worshippers hostage. This is not the only recent incident. Earlier, 2...

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Nov 19 2025CRIME

Brave Schoolgirl Escapes as Search Continues for 24 Missing Students in Nigeria

In a heartbreaking turn of events, 24 schoolgirls were taken from their dormitory in Maga, Nigeria, while one brave student managed to escape. The incident happened early Monday morning when armed men stormed the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School. These men climbed over the school fence, exchanged gunfire with police, and sadly, killed a staff member. ...

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Nov 17 2025HEALTH

Gene Discovery: A Double-Edged Sword for Heart Health

A scientist in Dallas has made a big discovery about how a gene can cause fatty livers but also protect arteries. Zhao Zhang, who works at UT Southwestern Medical Center, won a big award from the American Heart Association for this finding. The award, called the Jack Sarver Prize, comes with $25, 000 to help Zhang keep researching. The gene in question, called HELZ2...

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Trump's Aid Cuts: A Silent Killer of Nigerian Christians

Nigerian Christians face a significant threat, but it's not just from jihadist groups. The current U. S. administration's aid cuts are causing more harm than the terrorists. If the goal is to protect Nigerian Christians, restoring aid might be more effective than military intervention. The situation in Nigeria is complex. While there have been attacks on Christians,...

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Nov 13 2025LIFESTYLE

A Fresh Take on the Air Jordan 14 Mule

The Air Jordan 14 Mule is a new shoe that blends comfort with style. It is designed by Mowalola, a Nigerian-born artist and fashion designer who is known for her bold and colorful designs. This shoe is different from the usual basketball shoes. It has a slip-on design, which makes it easy to wear. The shoe has a smooth burgundy upper with bold script detailing on the...

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Nov 12 2025RELIGION

Nigeria's Hidden Struggles: More Than Just Religion

Nigeria is facing serious problems, and it's not just about religion. The country, which is home to over 230 million people, is dealing with a mix of ethnic, political, economic, and agricultural issues. Recently, there's been a lot of talk about Christians being persecuted, but the situation is much more complicated than that. In the northern part of Nigeria, group...

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Nov 12 2025OPINION

Political Slips, Heroes, and Hot Topics: A Look at Recent Events

In the world of politics, not everything goes as planned. Take Senator Chuck Schumer, for instance. He had a moment that quickly went viral. While giving a speech, he tripped and fell, face-first. It was a reminder that even the most powerful people can have off days. But politics isn't just about slips and falls. It's also about the big decisions that affect everyon...

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