Apostle Johnson Suleman of Omega Fire Ministries (OFM) has donated ₦110 million to aid victims of the recent devastating flood in Maiduguri, Borno State.

This relief package, which includes cash and essential supplies, aims to assist displaced residents who have lost their homes, farmland, and livelihoods due to the disaster. The donation offers immediate support and fosters hope for rebuilding efforts in the aftermath.

Recognized for his humanitarian and philanthropic work, Suleman’s contribution aligns with his ministry’s mission to help the less fortunate.

The cleric’s spokesperson announced this through a viral video, outlining the first of two batches of relief materials and monetary aid, each valued at ₦55 million. The donation has received widespread acclaim on social media, underscoring Suleman’s dedication to helping those in need.

This act of generosity is part of Suleman’s ongoing philanthropic initiatives, which include contributions to education, healthcare, and economic empowerment. His timely support in Borno State not only provides crucial assistance but also highlights the importance of compassion in times of crisis.

The people of the South East have been cautioned against neglecting Federal government intervention programs aimed at alleviating economic difficulties.

Eze Godfrey Onwuka, the traditional ruler of Umutowe autonomous community in Umuahia South LGA, made this statement during a sensitization event organized by the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation in Umuahia. He highlighted several programs, including student loans, the Compressed Natural Gas Initiative, and micro and small business loans, which should be embraced rather than left for other regions to benefit from.

Eze Onwuka urged Abia State residents and the wider South East community to take advantage of these Federal government initiatives. He called on the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to work with the Abia State Orientation Agency to promote awareness in both rural and urban areas, helping to change any misconceptions among the people of Abia.

“Our community must start participating in these programs now. If we don’t, we will miss out,” he warned.

Additionally, Jerry Uzosike, a former member of the Abia State House of Assembly, criticized universities in the South East for failing to effectively inform students or upload their data for the student loan scheme. He pointed out that the loan initiative is intended to alleviate the financial burden on parents resulting from the removal of fuel subsidies.

Rwanda has initiated Africa’s first mpox vaccination campaign, a significant advancement in the continent’s battle against the disease. As of Tuesday, the country has administered 300 doses of the vaccine to high-risk individuals in a border area near the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Jean Kaseya, Director-General of the Africa Centre for Disease Control (Africa CDC), announced the start of the campaign, emphasizing the urgent need to control the outbreak. “This outbreak must be stopped very quickly,” Kaseya stated.

He also highlighted the importance of local vaccine production, noting that efforts are underway to collaborate with manufacturers and partners to ensure vaccines are produced in Africa.

The Rwandan Ministry of Health has prioritized health workers, cross-border business operators, hospitality staff, and other high-risk groups for the initial vaccination rollout.

The DRC continues to be the epicenter of the African mpox outbreak, reporting 2,912 new cases and 14 deaths in the past week, totaling 6,105 cases and 738 deaths since January. The DRC plans to start its vaccination campaign in early October, having already received 165,000 doses with more promised by European countries.

Tedros Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), emphasized the need for international cooperation to curb the virus’s spread, stating, “International collaboration and support are needed to stop the spread of the virus” on X (formerly Twitter).

Other African countries, including Nigeria, have also received vaccine donations. In August, the United States donated 10,000 doses of the mpox vaccine to Nigeria via USAID to support efforts to contain the outbreak.