FG Releases Emergency Medical Numbers, Urges Nigerians To Dial 112

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August 19, 2026

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The Federal Government has urged Nigerians to dial 112 during emergencies requiring urgent medical assistance, while releasing state emergency call centre numbers.

The National Emergency Medical Service and Ambulance System (NEMSAS), in an update on Wednesday, said 112 serves as a central contact for emergency medical assistance.

It said several states also had dedicated emergency call centre numbers to support faster responses to medical emergencies.

According to NEMSAS, the emergency response system provides fast response, professional care and life-saving services, with first responders available 24 hours daily.

The agency released emergency call centre numbers covering 35 states and the Federal Capital Territory, with most states using 112 alongside dedicated numbers.

For Abia, the listed emergency numbers are 112 and 08000000800, while Adamawa residents can call 112, 1755 or 07011111443.

Akwa Ibom residents can call 112, 08000022322 or 08000022422, while Anambra residents can use 112, 5111, 0800 220 0008 or 112.

For Bauchi, the listed numbers are 112 and 07038636433, while Bayelsa residents can call 112 or 0800 220 0223.

NEMSAS listed Benue’s emergency call centre as “Not Operational,” while Borno residents can call 112 or 08000000033.

Cross River has 112 as its listed emergency number, while Delta residents can call 112, 07041008130 or 07041008131.

For Ebonyi, the listed numbers are 112, 08086446891 and 08086445736, while Edo residents can call 112, 739 or 09037999871.

Ekiti residents can call 112, 08000606606, 08111111-22, -33, -44 or -55, while Enugu residents can use 112, 09074996090 or 07066466429.

Gombe residents can call 112 or 07033825646, while NEMSAS listed Imo’s emergency call centre as “Not Operational.”

Jigawa has 112 as its listed emergency number, while Kaduna residents can call 112 or 08064111599.

For Kano, the listed numbers are 112, 09019999920 and 09049999914, while Katsina and Kebbi each have 112 listed.

Kogi also has 112 as its listed emergency number, while Kwara residents can call 112, 09062010001 or 09062010002.

Lagos residents can call 112 or 767, while Nasarawa residents can use 112 or 08144911269 for emergency assistance.

For Niger, the listed numbers are 112, 0802 242 2953 and 0815 557 7513, while Osun residents can call 112, 08111110532 or 08111110561.

Ogun residents can call 112 or 08112000033, while Ondo residents can use 112 or 08055300300.

For Oyo, the listed emergency numbers are 112 and 615, while Plateau residents can call 112 or 09136982496.

Rivers residents can call 112, 09040222281, 09040222283 or 09040222285, while Sokoto residents can use 112, 07045963318 or 07071765080.

For Taraba, the listed numbers are 112, 07041122777 and 07041100777, while Yobe residents can call 112, 09169981792 or 08000090009.

Zamfara has 112 as its listed emergency number, while residents of the FCT can call 112, 09157892931 or 09157892932.

NEMSAS advised members of the public to save the emergency numbers and use them whenever urgent medical assistance was required.

The agency said its first responders were ready to provide quick response and professional care to help save lives during emergencies.

It urged Nigerians to dial 112 during emergencies, describing the service as available 24 hours daily, seven days weekly.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

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Eric Chelle Stays Defiant After 3-0 Loss To Guinea-Bissau, Declares: ‘This Is Not The End’

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September 30, 2026

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Super Eagles’ head coach, Eric Sekou Chelle is staying defiant, despite his side’s 3-0 loss to Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, as he stressed that it is not the end for Nigeria in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Sports247 reports that, in spite of widespread criticism trailing him and his players after their huge defeat by one of Africa’s less fancied squads, the Franco-Malian gaffer added that his wards gave a good account of themselves on a poor surface.

He, however, also admitted that The Wild Dogs showed a stronger zeal for victory during the encounter and they also expressed more determination on the bumpy pitch of 24th September Stadium in Bissau.

“They were more aggressive than us, and they were better than us. This is not an excuse, but they know the pitch and the condition was tough for us.

“The pitch was very bad, and it was the first time we were playing there. The weather was very bad, too, but Guinea-Bissau entered the game with more aggressiveness,” Chelle conceded.

The former head coach of Mali’s national team and MC Oran of Algeria also took a look at technicalities of the game and admitted that his players put up the worst performance they have had since he took over the saddle in January 2025, but quickly added that he will start working to rectify the situation.

“We need to put in more aggressive effort and intensity to make a difference. They had more intensity and more motivation, to which we never found a solution.

“We tried to go forward with something different after half time but, after ten minutes, we stopped, and I don’t know why.

“I tried to bring in something new, but it did not work. So, we have to be very objective about this game; but this is not the end,” Chelle submitted emphatically.

Sports247 reports further that Chelle and his players have already turned their focus on the upcoming international friendly away to Russia, after which they will regroup in November to continue the AFCON 2027 qualifiers with a home and away double header against Tanzania.

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CIIN Cements Institutional Partnership with Insurance Meets Tech for 5th Edition

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September 30, 2026

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BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR —The Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) has extended its partnership with Insurance Meets Tech (IMT), lending its professional support to the fifth edition of the annual insurance and technology conference, scheduled to be held on Friday, November 20, 2026, at the Balmoral Event Centre, Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos.

This, partnership reflects both institutions’ shared commitment to advancing meaningful conversations on innovation, professional development, and the future of insurance in Nigeria, while strengthening the connection between the insurance profession and the wider technology ecosystem.

This milestone year, the 5th edition, under the theme “Building Insurance That Connects,” will convene insurance professionals, technology leaders, regulators, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, and other stakeholders to examine how technology, collaboration, and new ideas can help create a more connected, accessible, and responsive insurance industry.

Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Akinjide Orimolade, President/Chairman of Council, CIIN, said, “As the industry continues to evolve, we must ensure that innovation is matched by competence, professionalism and a clear understanding of the customer we ultimately serve. This is why CIIN continues to lend its full support to platforms such as IMT provides an important space for the insurance community to have honest conversations, challenge old assumptions, and collectively consider what a more connected, technology-driven, and future-ready industry should look like. Our partnership with IMT for this edition is a reaffirmation of that commitment, and we are confident this year’s conversations will move the industry closer to the innovative future we all envision”

Also, Odion Aleobua, Founder/Convener of IMT and Chief Executive Officer, Creato Urban, stated, “CIIN’s continued institutional support speaks to the credibility this platform has built over the years. It reflects an industry that recognises IMT as more than an event, but as a genuine driver of change within the insurance and technology space. This partnership strengthens our ability to convene the right stakeholders, drive the right conversations, and deliver solutions for an industry that must keep evolving. As we approach the 5th edition, our commitment remains to position IMT as a trusted platform where the future of insurance in Nigeria is actively shaped.”

Over the past four editions, IMT has established itself as a platform for dialogue between the insurance and technology sectors, bringing together industry leaders and emerging innovators to examine technology’s role in shaping the future of insurance.

This edition will build on that foundation with high-level panel discussions, keynote sessions, technology showcases, and networking opportunities focused on digital transformation, emerging technologies, professional development, customer experience, and the broader evolution of the insurance ecosystem.

About Insurance Meets Tech (IMT)

IMT is West Africa’s leading annual insurance and technology conference, dedicated to promoting collaboration between the insurance industry and the technology ecosystem. Through conferences, thought leadership, networking, and strategic partnerships, IMT serves as a gateway for digital transformation, industry growth, and customer-centric innovation within the insurance sector.Qw

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