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‘Nigeria capable of producing vaccines’ – Tinubu boasts to Gavi executives
President Bola Tinubu has urged Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, to collaborate with potential Nigerian vaccine manufacturers to ensure fair access to life-saving vaccines for both children and adults.
In a meeting with a delegation from Gavi, led by its CEO, Dr. Sania Nishtar, at the State House, President Tinubu emphasized the need for partnerships in local vaccine production, particularly in light of the challenges faced by developing nations during health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.
President Tinubu highlighted Nigeria’s skilled workforce capable of contributing to vaccine production locally and across Africa. He assured Gavi of Nigeria’s commitment to fulfilling its outstanding counterpart contributions for routine vaccines in 2023 and directed relevant ministers to ensure funds are released for vaccine procurement.
Expressing his administration’s dedication to healthcare development and partnership with Gavi, President Tinubu emphasized the goal of universal vaccination coverage, particularly for preventable childhood diseases.
Acknowledging the significant contribution of Gavi to global health, President Tinubu welcomed collaboration to safeguard children from preventable diseases, emphasizing Nigeria’s alignment with Gavi’s values.
He recognized Dr. Nishtar’s perspective as a leader from a developing country and stressed the importance of leveraging her experience for the benefit of children’s health.
Appreciating Dr. Nishtar’s visit and support for Nigeria’s health initiatives, President Tinubu pledged to prioritize investments in healthcare renewal and underscored the importance of coordination among different levels of government.
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Driver dies as vehicle crashes into White House gate
The U.S. Secret Service has said that a driver died after a vehicle traveling at high speed collided with a gate at the White House.
In a statement via X on Sunday, the federal law enforcement agency, said shortly before 10:30 p.m. (1430 GMT) on May 4th, the vehicle crashed into an outer perimeter gate on the White House complex.
“Security protocols were implemented as officers cleared the vehicle,” it said, adding that “there was no threat to the White House.”
The chief of Communications for the agency, Anthony Guglielmi in a post on X, said limited traffic closures remain in effect as the agency and the local police department investigate the incident.
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Nigerian govt moves to reduce multiple security personnel at airports
The Nigerian government has announced its intention to decrease the frequency of security checks at the country’s airports. This initiative comes as the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) collaborates with the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) to streamline security procedures at Nigerian airports.
Olubunmi Kuku, the Managing Director of FAAN, revealed this development over the weekend, citing the proliferation of multiple security checks as a significant concern in Nigeria.
Kuku explained that FAAN and the NSA have reached an agreement to address this issue. She expressed frustration over the excessive checks, stating that it was among her first priorities upon assuming office. She highlighted past efforts dating back to 2011 and 2012, during her tenure in the industry, where similar discussions were held with former ministers.
Kuku outlined the collaborative efforts involving various agencies such as Customs, NDLEA, Quarantine, Agriculture, and EFCC, noting the previous Executive Order 001 issued during the Buhari administration to streamline operations. She mentioned ongoing dialogues with the NSA over the past five weeks to develop strategies for enhancing facilitation.
The short-term intervention aims to reduce the number of agencies present at airports, particularly those conducting routine checks that disrupt passengers. This approach seeks to streamline security procedures while maintaining effectiveness.
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Only PhD students eligible to bring dependants to UK – Envoy
The United Kingdom (UK) has clarified that only international students enrolling in Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs are permitted to bring their dependents into the country.
British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja. He explained that the recent policy alteration in the educational system, preventing international students in higher education from bringing dependents to the UK, aimed to address the rising number of foreign students doing so.
Montgomery emphasized that the significant increase in dependents was creating unsustainable pressure on many universities, leading to the introduction of these changes. Prior to his tenure as High Commissioner to Nigeria, he had engaged with universities regarding this policy adjustment, which had been under consideration for some time.
The envoy highlighted concerns expressed by university Chancellors about the challenges posed by large student populations, including accommodation shortages, access to healthcare services through the National Health Service, and schooling for dependents.
He clarified that the restrictions did not apply universally, noting that individuals pursuing long-term research degrees such as a PhD or doctorate remained unaffected.
Montgomery underscored the rationale behind the policy change, emphasizing its practicality given the UK’s extensive higher education sector, with many universities situated across various towns in the country.
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