Author: Ayobami Ogungbemi

Ogun State First Lady, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, has called on affluent Nigerians to support the less privileged, as she flagged off a free medical outreach at the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH), Sagamu. In a heartwarming display of compassion and social responsibility, the wife of the Ogun State governor, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, has once again demonstrated her commitment to improving healthcare access for the underserved. On Wednesday, she launched a free surgical outreach at OOUTH in Sagamu, in partnership with a team of U.S.-based Nigerian doctors and surgeons. Supporting the Vulnerable: A Call to Action During her address, Mrs.…

The Lagos State Government has commissioned a new Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) Oxygen Plant at Alimosho General Hospital, Igando, in a significant step toward strengthening emergency medical care and reducing preventable deaths caused by oxygen shortages. The plant, donated by Global Fund in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health, aims to ensure the constant availability of life-saving oxygen for patients in critical conditions. According to the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, the facility is a major boost to the state’s healthcare infrastructure. Speaking through Dr. Olajumoke Oyenuga, Director of Planning and Statistics, Ministry of Health, Abayomi emphasized that…

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has firmly denied widespread reports claiming he is in the race to become the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement released on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Yomi Odunuga, Akume described the claims as false, misleading, and a distraction from the critical national responsibilities entrusted to him by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. No Ambition for APC National Chairmanship, Says Akume Responding to a publication by Leadership Newspaper, which listed him among top politicians allegedly vying for the APC National…

Real Madrid legend Luka Modric has played his final game for the club. The 39-year-old came on as a substitute in a 4-0 loss to PSG in the Club World Cup semi-final in New Jersey. While the result was disappointing, it does not define his legacy. A Historic Career Ends Modric leaves Madrid after 13 seasons and a club-record 28 trophies. His honors include six Champions League titles, four La Liga titles, and the 2018 Ballon d’Or. He joined from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012 and quickly became one of the best midfielders in the world. Though his minutes dropped last…

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) results. The announcement came on Wednesday, July 9, through a statement by Azeez Sani, NECO’s Acting Director of Public Affairs. A total of 179,201 candidates sat for the exam, which covered 12 subjects. Exam Timeline and Approval The exam ran from May 12 to May 23, 2025. The results were approved after the BECE Award Committee Meeting at NECO headquarters in Minna. Dr. (Mrs.) Folake David, who chairs the committee and is Director of Basic Education at the Federal Ministry of Education, said she was satisfied…

More branches of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have begun suspending academic activities following the Federal Government’s delay in payment of June 2025 salaries. The union had earlier warned of a looming strike action if salaries were not paid promptly. ASUU’s National President, Professor Chris Piwuna, recently reiterated that the union would enforce a no-pay-no-work policy if the government failed to fulfill its financial obligations. Unpaid Salaries Trigger Withdrawal of Services As of July 2025, lecturers in several public universities and polytechnics across Nigeria have reportedly not received their June salaries. In response, branches of ASUU have started…

Super Eagles star Ahmed Musa has pledged to revive Kano Pillars FC and restore its status as one of Africa’s top football clubs. The club’s Media Directorate released the statement on Tuesday in Kano. Musa made the promise on Monday during a meeting with Chairman Alhaji Ali Umar and other board members. He expressed readiness to work with all stakeholders to turn the club around. Musa, a former Leicester City and CSKA Moscow player, called Kano Pillars one of Nigeria’s most successful clubs. “Kano Pillars is our club. It’s one of the best in Nigeria, but the story has changed.…

The management of Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, Ibadan has warned students against staging a protest today over the school’s recent renaming. In a Monday statement, Acting Registrar Joseph Ogunjimi urged parents to caution their wards against any disruptive action. Students Oppose Name Change to Honour Late Governor Governor Seyi Makinde renamed the institution after late ex-Governor Omololu Olunloyo, who died at 89. The change sparked student protests last Tuesday, halting academic activities. Protesters marched to the Governor’s Office at Agodi Secretariat, demanding the school revert to its former name. Students Say They Were Not Consulted Students held placards reading “Revert The…

Living Healthy: Small Changes, Big Impact Living healthy isn’t about strict diets or extreme workouts — it’s about balance, consistency, and smart choices. For many Nigerians and Africans alike, the fast pace of life often makes it hard to prioritize health. But simple, daily habits can make all the difference. Eat Right, Stay Nourished Start with balanced nutrition. Incorporate local superfoods like ugu (fluted pumpkin leaves), beans, yam, and millet into your meals. Avoid excessive fried and processed foods. Water is essential too — aim for 8 glasses daily. Move Your Body Daily You don’t need a gym to stay…

Sweetthinkers, a leading non-profit organisation, has launched the first stage of its Academic Excellence Award examination aimed at supporting and elevating academic performance among pupils in public primary schools across all 20 local government areas of Lagos State. The initiative, conducted in partnership with the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), tested pupils in Mathematics, English, Science, and General Knowledge, with the top ten scorers (those with 26 marks and above) from each LGA qualifying for stage two, scheduled for September. Empowering Public School Pupils with Equal Opportunities According to Nnenna Chinedu, a representative from Sweetthinkers’ Media Department, the…