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NCDC announces Cholera Outbreak in Nigeria

A total of 65 cholera cases have been confirmed in Nigeria with 30 deaths from 1 January to 11 June across 96 local governments in 30 states, says the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). This was revealed in a public health advisory published Thursday to alert the public of the case increase in the country.
The NCDC reported 1,141 suspected cases recorded in 2024, with ten states accounting for 90% of the total cases. The states are Bayelsa, Zamfara, Abia, Cross River, Bauchi, Delta, Katsina, Imo, Nasarawa and Lagos.
Cholera is a highly contagious disease transmitted through contaminated food or water, as well as poor sanitation and inadequate hand hygiene. Its symptoms include sudden onset of painless, severe watery diarrhea, sometimes accompanied by vomiting, nausea, and fever. Severe cases can lead to death within hours due to dehydration, but around 80% of people may experience mild symptoms or none at all. Early detection is crucial, as cholera is easily treatable with prompt administration of oral rehydration solution (ORS) to replenish lost fluids and electrolytes, along with appropriate antibiotics, according to the NCDC.
The best way to prevent cholera is by drinking safe water, avoiding raw food, using of clean water to cook and adapting to personal hygiene and water sanitation.

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Dr. Ody Ajike Says Trump’s Immigration Policies Undermine Other Nations

Security expert and lawyer Dr. Ody Ajike has criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump, accusing him of undervaluing other nations with his immigration policies.
In an interview with The Sun, Ajike acknowledged that every country has the right to regulate immigration but argued that Trump often makes decisions without considering the facts.
“Trump thrives on authoritarian populism, a growing global trend that leads to repressive policies and disregards collective decision-making,” he said. Ajike also expressed concerns about Trump’s approach, stating that the former president has a distorted view of reality.
“We still don’t know what he hopes to achieve with this immigration policy. No country exists in isolation,” he added.
He further criticized Trump for treating other nations as inferior while overlooking the complexities of American society, which, according to him, is built on inequalities and exploitative labor structures. “Other countries will focus on strengthening what matters to them,” Ajike concluded.
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Kano Governor Sets Up Council to Protect Consumers from Unfair Trade

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the formation of the Kano State Consumer Protection Council (KSCPC) to safeguard consumers from unfair trade practices and market exploitation.
In a statement on Saturday, the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature, said the council includes professionals, government officials, and business representatives.
Their role is to ensure fair trade, protect consumer rights, and prevent the sale of substandard products.
“The council’s main goal is to uphold consumer rights and make sure businesses operate fairly, transparently, and within the law,” the statement said.
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Education Ministry Says 12-Year School System is Not an Immediate Change

The Ministry of Education has clarified that Minister Tunji Alausa only proposed a shift to a 12-year basic education system and not an immediate policy change. The plan, which aims to phase out the Junior and Senior Secondary School system, is still under review.
According to the ministry, the proposal will not take effect right away. A final decision will only be made after thorough discussions and evaluations.
In a statement signed by Director of Press Folasade Boriowo, the ministry emphasized that the National Council on Education (NCE) must assess the proposal before any implementation.
“At the Extraordinary National Council on Education Meeting held on February 6, 2025, in Abuja, Minister of Education Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa presented the idea for discussion, not as an immediate policy shift,” the statement read.
The proposal suggests transitioning to 12 years of compulsory education while keeping the current 6-3-3 structure. However, this plan is still open to further consultation and deliberation.
To ensure a well-informed decision, the ministry will engage key stakeholders over the next eight months. This includes education policymakers, state governments, teachers, parents, and other relevant groups. The final decision on whether to adopt the reform will be made at the National Council on Education meeting in October 2025.
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