Tag: Cameroon

Mpox: NMA task C’River on strengthening surveillance

Abdul-Azeez Ahmed Kadir
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The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has called on Cross River Government to urgently enhance its surveillance mechanisms against Mpox, amidst increased vulnerability. The Cross River chapter of the association also warned that the state was more vulnerable than others. Dr Ukam Edadi, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the NMA, made the call in an interview in Calabar. The mpox virus, which initially broke out in Central Africa, has since spread to several West African countries, including Nigeria, where 39 cases have been officially recorded. Edadi emphasised the importance of proactive…

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Dangote receives highest civilian honour in Cameroon

Aminu Imam

Aliko Dangote has received the highest civilian honour in Cameroon, the Commander of the National Order of Valour – from the President of the Republic, Paul Biya. According to President Paul Biya, the landmark honour was in recognition of his efforts in the infrastructural development of Cameroon and Africa through his cement plants. At a conferment ceremony in Yaoundé, President Biya expressed pride at Dangote’s efforts to promote industrialisation in Africa and urged African investor to consider more investments in the manufacturing sector.

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Boko Haram attacks Cameroon IDP camp, kills 16

Ishaku Yohanna

Fighters from the Boko Haram jihadist group killed at least 16 people in an attack on a camp for displaced people in northern Cameroon, an official said on Sunday. “The toll is currently 16 dead, it is clear that it was Boko Haram that was responsible,” local mayor Mahamat Chetima Abba told AFP Sunday following overnight attack. Details later …

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