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Idowu Abdullahi The Adebiyi Habib Foundation has called on the Ogun State Government to prioritise inclusive and accessible healthcare services for residents in underserved communities across the state. The appeal was made during the second edition of the foundation’s Free Medical Outreach held in selected towns and villages in the Yewa North Local Government Area of the state. Over 300 residents of Iboro/Joga, Imashi, Ayetoro, Ibeshe, Ishaga-Orile, Ijako-Orile, Koogo, and Sunwa communities benefited from the outreach. Speaking at the event, the AHF Founder, Adebiyi Habib, urged the government to do more to bridge the healthcare gap in rural communities. “The…

A former governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha, has denied a social media comment credited to him against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The media comment (not The Guardian) had attributed Okorocha with saying that the APC was no longer a party but rather interested in “hijacking power at all costs.” A statement issued yesterday by his media aide, Sam Onwuemeodo, accused his haters of orchestrating and planting such comments, but they did not specify where and when it was made. The statement clarified that since the former Senator who represented Imo West senatorial district from 2019 to 2023,…

Fenerbahce appear to have surged ahead of rivals Besiktas in the race to sign Super Eagles star Henry Onyekuru, as the Turkish giants intensify efforts to bring the former Everton winger back to the Süper Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. Besiktas had been in negotiations with the player for several days and were optimistic of sealing a deal. However, Nigerian transfer insider Buchi Laba suggests Fenerbahce have now tabled an improved offer that has swung the momentum in their favour. Super Eagles star Henry Onyekuru. Photo by IMAGO Super Eagles star Henry Onyekuru could be set for a Turkish return  The 27-year-old…

The once-cordial relationship between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his long-time political protégé, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, appears to be fraying, and with no signs of reconciliation in sight, party stakeholders are becoming increasingly concerned. SEYE OLUMIDE reports. Though neither President Bola Tinubu nor Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has publicly acknowledged any rift between them, sources within the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the national, zonal, and state levels confirm that a subtle but widening gulf now separates the President and the Lagos governor. Efforts to intervene have been minimal, with some party leaders choosing to ignore the signs in…

The Enugu State government has undertaken the therapy and rehabilitation of 13-year-old Ukamaka Okonkwo, who was recently rescued from the dungeon of an alleged kidnapper and ritualist, Obi Levi Obieze, at Ndiagu Umumba in Ezeagu Local Council. The Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs, and Social Development, Mrs Ngozi Enih, announced that Governor Peter Mbah approved the girl’s rehabilitation following the trauma she endured during her captivity. Speaking to the traumatised girl’s parents, Enih revealed that the governor also awarded Ukamaka a scholarship covering her education from her current class to university. “We travelled to Ndiagu Umumba, Ezeagu Local Council, today…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), struggling with internal divisions and an identity crisis post-2023, faces another challenge as a public exchange of accusations between Chief Olabode George and Nyesom Wike lays bare a deepening rift that could jeopardise the party’s prospects for 2027. In an interview yesterday, Wike launched a scathing attack on the member of the PDP Board of Trustees, accusing him of leaving “nothing to show” for the various positions he (George) has held over the years. The former Rivers governor implied that George had become a spent force within the PDP, contributing little to its relevance or…

Former Super Eagles and Wigan Athletic forward, Julius Efosa Aghahowa, has hailed Eric Chelle’s squad management in the 2025 Unity Cup, contrary to Sunday Oliseh’s opinion, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria defeated Ghana in the semi-final of the Unity Cup before sealing victory against Jamaica in a penalty shoot-out on Saturday. The Malian tactician fielded several newbies as the three-time AFCON winners won the Unity Cup, giving several local players their Super Eagles debut, but for some reason, Sunday Oliseh wasn’t pleased with Eric Chelle. Eric Chelle, Samuel Chukwueze during the 2025 Unity Cup Final between Nigeria and Jamaica at the Gtech…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Pharmacists have cautioned Nigerian parents against the dangerous practice of using household kitchen spoons to administer drugs to babies, warning that such habits could lead to overdose and severe complications. The drug specialists expressed concern over the growing number of infant medication errors in the country, stemming from incorrect dosage measurements, often caused by parents relying on kitchen utensils instead of medically approved dosing tools. According to them, giving a baby paracetamol or antibiotics with a tablespoon or teaspoon is guesswork that could lead to overdose, underdose, or even toxicity. Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise, a pharmacist, Olumide…

Former Super Eagles and Fenerbahçe attacking midfielder, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha, has shared his opinion on the next club of Galatasaray striker, Victor James Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. The Napoli loanee joined the Turkish Super Lig Champions last September after falling out with the bosses of his parent club, but he made his loan spell count. Osimhen scored 37 goals and provided eight assists in 41 games across all competitions for Okan Buruk’s side, winning the Turkish Super Lig and the Turkish League Cup titles. Victor Osimhen. [Photo Credit/ X]. Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now! YOU MIGHT…

Dr Seinye O.B. Lulu-Briggs, Chairman and CEO of Moni Pulo Limited, has donated a 5,000-seater auditorium to the Baptist College of Theology, Obinze, Imo State, in a gesture she described as an act of obedience to divine instruction and an expression of her family’s longstanding commitment to Christian service. The commissioning of the facility took place during the college’s 55th Convocation Ceremony and Fellowship Awards, where Dr Lulu-Briggs also delivered the keynote address. The event was preceded by a traditional ceremony in which she was conferred with the title Ezi Enyi 1 of Umuanunu—“A True Friend of Umuanunu”—by His Royal…