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Even teenagers now battle hypertension …Victor Opuni cautions

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Monitoring the health vitals regularly to assess how well the body is functioning, and detect­ing early signs of illness, are im­portant lifestyle habits Ghanaians must imbibe to remain healthy and avoid Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). According to the Laboratory Manager of the Kasoa branch of Patholab Solutions Medical Laboratory (PSML), Mr. Vic­tor Opuni, the rising number of deaths linked to NCDs in the country makes it critical for individuals to adopt the habit of routine medical checkups. He noted that regular moni­toring of health indicators such as blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol levels, and body mass index (BMI) can help minimise the risk of complications or fatal­ities associated with NCDs. Mr Opuni advised a health screening organised by his outfit for residents and traders within the Kasoa Market in the Awutu Senya East District of the Cen­tral Region. Over 200...
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Benue attacks: Bandits pass through Nasarawa, but we do not harbour them – Governor Sule
12 Aug
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Benue attacks: Bandits pass through Nasarawa, but we do not harbour them – Governor Sule

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Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has refuted allegations that his state serves as a haven for criminals, particularly bandits originating from northern regions. He emphasized that although some bandits may pass through Nasarawa, the state neither shelters nor supports them. During a live phone interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Governor Sule responded to accusations made by Professor Zacharys Anger Gundu, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Mkar, who claimed Nasarawa is home to bandits who launch attacks on communities in Benue. The governor condemned the remarks as “provocative” and counterproductive, especially coming from an academic. “We sent a letter to him to withdraw that kind of statement because it will end up creating more problems. I understand he is trying to come and apologise,” Governor Sule stated. He explained that bandits move through various states in the course of...
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Trump counters Netanyahu on ‘real starvation’ in Gaza: From the Politics Desk
12 Aug
Politics

Trump counters Netanyahu on ‘real starvation’ in Gaza: From the Politics Desk

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Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Deskan evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.In today’s newsletter, NBC News reporters from across the world got the latest on how the Trump administration is responding to the hunger crisis in Gaza and how President Trump contradicted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today. Separately, it’s only mid-2025 but key developments in the 2026 races across three states are already shaping next year’s fight for the Senate. Read on for more.Sign up to receive this newsletter in your inbox every weekday here.— Scott BlandTrump speaks on 'real starvation' in GazaPresident Donald Trump did something notable Monday — he broke with Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a prominent...
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AU launches $50m initiative to support researchers
12 Aug
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AU launches $50m initiative to support researchers

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In a bid to create a sustainable ecosystem fostering the Agenda 2063 of “Africa We Want,” the African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) and AUDA-NEPAD, is calling for strong consortia proposals under its initiative, the Africa Think Tank Platform (ATTP). The transformative initiative, generously funded with $50 million from the World Bank, is expected to elevate African think tanks to become the architects of “cross-border development policy,” according to a press release signed by Fatou Diouf, Head of Communications and Influencing, ACBF. The think tanks are expected to apply as 3–5-member consortia with strong proposals to pursue policy-relevant research across the six thematic areas of the African Union. Successful applicants will receive a $10 million multi-year grant for two and a half years to support programs aligned with the aspirations of...
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