Seadogs, clinic tackle mental health problems in Anambra
Two Decks of the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity), Honduras Deck and Blizzard Deck, in partnership with Nedal Psychological Clinic, Awka, have hosted a five-day medical mission to tackle the rise of mental health problems in Anambra, as part of activities to mark the 2025 World Mental Health Day. The event which commenced on
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Two Decks of the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity), Honduras Deck and Blizzard Deck, in partnership with Nedal Psychological Clinic, Awka, have hosted a five-day medical mission to tackle the rise of mental health problems in Anambra, as part of activities to mark the 2025 World Mental Health Day. The event which commenced on
One feared dead, four injured as rival cult groups clash in Osun poly
A yet-to-be-identified male adult was feared dead in a violent clash involving some people believed to be members of rival cult groups in Osun State Polytechnic, Iree. Multiple reliable sources among students of the polytechnic, who spoke under condition of anonymity, said the clash involved members of Eiye and Aye confraternities. They also said four
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A yet-to-be-identified male adult was feared dead in a violent clash involving some people believed to be members of rival cult groups in Osun State Polytechnic, Iree. Multiple reliable sources among students of the polytechnic, who spoke under condition of anonymity, said the clash involved members of Eiye and Aye confraternities. They also said four
Defeat terrorism to secure Nigeria’s development, COAS urges troops
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi O. Oluyede, has charged troops to intensify efforts in combating terrorism and other security challenges facing the country. Addressing the troops at the 3 Division Headquarters in Jos on Tuesday, the army chief, who has been in Plateau State for the past two days following terrorist attacks
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The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi O. Oluyede, has charged troops to intensify efforts in combating terrorism and other security challenges facing the country. Addressing the troops at the 3 Division Headquarters in Jos on Tuesday, the army chief, who has been in Plateau State for the past two days following terrorist attacks
VIDEO: ‘Brothers, sisters arguing,’ Davido downplays rift with Tiwa Savage
Nigerian afrobeat singer, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido has opened up about his relationship with fellow artist Tiwa Savage, addressing rumours of a rift between them. Speaking on The BreakfastShow aired on Tuesday, Davido dismissed the notion of any lasting conflict, explaining that their differences were nothing more than a temporary disagreement. He said,
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Nigerian afrobeat singer, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido has opened up about his relationship with fellow artist Tiwa Savage, addressing rumours of a rift between them. Speaking on The BreakfastShow aired on Tuesday, Davido dismissed the notion of any lasting conflict, explaining that their differences were nothing more than a temporary disagreement. He said,
Ifa worshippers urge Alaafin to protect Yoruba cultural values
International Council for Ifa Religion, on Tuesday, urged the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade to use all available means to protect the sanctity of Yoruba’s cultural and traditional values, so as to uphold the global respect the tribe deserves. ICIR, in a congratulatory statement by its President, Fayemi Fakayode, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, pledged
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International Council for Ifa Religion, on Tuesday, urged the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade to use all available means to protect the sanctity of Yoruba’s cultural and traditional values, so as to uphold the global respect the tribe deserves. ICIR, in a congratulatory statement by its President, Fayemi Fakayode, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, pledged
Plateau attack could trigger anarchy, warns JNI
The Jama’atu Nasril Islam has raised alarm over the recent killings of about 60 people in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, warning that the situation could degenerate into anarchy if not urgently addressed. In a statement issued on Monday by its Secretary-General, Prof. Khalid Abubakar Aliyu, the Islamic body described the attack as
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The Jama’atu Nasril Islam has raised alarm over the recent killings of about 60 people in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, warning that the situation could degenerate into anarchy if not urgently addressed. In a statement issued on Monday by its Secretary-General, Prof. Khalid Abubakar Aliyu, the Islamic body described the attack as
16,000 doctors left Nigeria in seven years – Minister
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, said over 16,000 Nigerian doctors have left the country in the last five to seven years to seek greener pastures in other countries. Pate also said the doctor-to-population ratio is now 3.9 per 10,000 in the country, while the estimated cost of training one
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The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, said over 16,000 Nigerian doctors have left the country in the last five to seven years to seek greener pastures in other countries. Pate also said the doctor-to-population ratio is now 3.9 per 10,000 in the country, while the estimated cost of training one
Anambra 2025: Ezenwafor emerges PDP governorship candidate
An Abuja-based real estate developer, Chief Jude Ezenwafor, has emerged as the flag-bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party for the upcoming November 8, 2025, Anambra State governorship election. Ezenwafor, who is the sole aspirant of the PDP was unanimously endorsed by the 853 delegates from the 21 local government chapters of the party in the
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An Abuja-based real estate developer, Chief Jude Ezenwafor, has emerged as the flag-bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party for the upcoming November 8, 2025, Anambra State governorship election. Ezenwafor, who is the sole aspirant of the PDP was unanimously endorsed by the 853 delegates from the 21 local government chapters of the party in the
VIDEO: Mother laments after daughter soils self over alleged school toilet ban
A concerned parent has raised alarm after her young daughter, a preschooler, reportedly soiled herself at school , allegedly because of a warning issued during a school assembly that discouraged children from defecating in school. The parent who shared a video of her conversation with the headmistress, on TikTok with the username #alagatosmart on Thursday
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A concerned parent has raised alarm after her young daughter, a preschooler, reportedly soiled herself at school , allegedly because of a warning issued during a school assembly that discouraged children from defecating in school. The parent who shared a video of her conversation with the headmistress, on TikTok with the username #alagatosmart on Thursday
Court awards N100m against school for negligence in student’s death
A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja on Tuesday, awarded the sum of N100m in general damages against Louisville Girls Secondary School, Gwagwalada, for negligence of duty of care which led to the death of a student. Justice Sylvanus Oriji, while delivering judgement in the suit brought before the court by the complainant, Mr.
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A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja on Tuesday, awarded the sum of N100m in general damages against Louisville Girls Secondary School, Gwagwalada, for negligence of duty of care which led to the death of a student. Justice Sylvanus Oriji, while delivering judgement in the suit brought before the court by the complainant, Mr.