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For many Nigerians, a fever, headache, or general body weakness is often assumed to be malaria, leading countless people to self-medicate without seeking proper medical attention.

But health experts warn that some of these symptoms could be signs of Lassa fever, a viral disease that continues to claim lives across the country despite years of awareness campaigns and public health interventions.

Now, with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention reporting 214 deaths and a case fatality rate of 25 per cent this year, concerns are growing about whether enough Nigerians can recognize the disease early enough to seek lifesaving treatment.

Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily as we hear from a survivor who mistook Lassa fever for malaria, examine what Benue State is doing to tackle the disease, and explore how Nigerians can better protect themselves.

 From time to time, governments create new agencies to address specific needs, regulate sectors or carry out specialised responsibilities. But can a government simply create an agency whenever it chooses?

In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we look at what the law says about the creation of government agencies in Nigeria, who has the power to establish them, and the procedures that must be followed.

 We also examine the legal implications when agencies are created without proper legislative backing.

The people of Osun State have re-elected Governor Ademola Adeleke for a second four-year term following a keenly contested governorship election. 

Despite months of intense campaigns and political tensions, voters chose to return the incumbent to office.

In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we ask: Why Did Osun Vote Adeleke Again?

On Saturday, the people of Osun State will vote to elect their next governor after months of intense campaigns and political contest among 15 parties, with three leading contenders dominating the race.

 As the state heads to the polls, attention is focused on whether the election will be peaceful, credible, and accepted by all stakeholders.

Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily as we ask: Osun Decides: Beyond Victory and Defeat, What Happens Next?

As the rainy season intensifies across Nigeria, concerns are once again rising over the threat of flooding in many communities.

Over the years, floods have destroyed homes, displaced families, washed away farmlands and claimed hundreds of lives across the country.

Now, with fresh warnings from authorities that several states could experience severe flooding in 2026, many Nigerians are asking an important question:

Is the country truly prepared for another flood season?

In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we examine the flood warnings, hear from victims who experienced past disasters, and speak with emergency officials on what Nigerians must do to stay safe.

As political activities ahead of the 2027 general election begin to gather momentum, Nigeria's opposition is once again talking about unity. The goal is to present a single presidential candidate capable of challenging President Bola Tinubu.

But with key parties and influential figures already expressing different views, many are asking whether that ambition can become a reality.

Today on Nigeria Daily, we ask: Can Nigeria's opposition truly unite behind one presidential candidate, or are the cracks already too deep?

Kano State has held a mass wedding involving thousands of couples, with the government reportedly spending ₦1.5 billion as part of its campaign promise to support young people who cannot afford to marry.

But critics question whether the money could have been better used to tackle unemployment, rising food prices and the wider cost-of-living crisis, especially if some husbands have no stable income to support their families.

So, what happens after the wedding, and can the programme truly help these couples build stable families? 

Join us on this episode of Nigeria Daily to find out.

For many young Nigerians, turning 30 has become more than a milestone, it feels like a deadline to achieve financial success, build a career, own a home, and meet society's expectations.

But who defined this timeline, and does it still reflect today's economic realities? 

Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily as we explore why so many young Nigerians feel the pressure to "make it" before 30.

As reactions and debates continue to trail the omission of primary and secondary school credentials from the educational information published for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, questions are being raised about who is responsible for verifying the credentials politicians submit when seeking public office.

Today on Nigeria Daily, we look beyond the current debate to understand what INEC actually verifies, who is responsible for authenticating politicians’ academic credentials, and what happens when questions are raised about a candidate’s qualifications.

Senator Rufai Hanga has resigned from the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, barely five months after joining the party alongside his political ally, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.

His resignation comes amid weeks of reported disagreements over political positions and candidate selection in Kano, and after a series of conflicting signals about his political future.

So, is Hanga’s exit simply a personal political decision, or does it point to deeper tensions within the Kwankwasiyya movement and the opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 elections?

That is our focus today on Nigeria Daily.