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Janet Ogundepo A non-governmental organisation, the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre, has reiterated that no woman should die while giving birth. Speaking during a two-day workshop for field officers from various Local Government Areas in Lagos State, the Founding Director of WARDC, Dr Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi, decried the rate pregnant women die from postpartum haemorrhage in the country despite the availability of a medication to prevent such. The event is part of the TRANSFORM project community outreach, which aims to raise awareness about postpartum bleeding and mobilise local engagement to improve maternal outcomes. To further raise awareness about best maternal…

The Labour Party in Lagos State has announced the suspension of its state chairperson, Pastor Dayo Ekong, and another party official, Sam Okpala, over alleged gross misconduct and violation of the political group’s constitution. In a statement after a meeting of the State Caretaker Executive Committee, the party also announced the dissolution of all Local Government and Ward Executive Committees across the state. The decision, according to the statement, was to restore order and constitutional compliance within the party’s state structure. The statement was jointly signed by Rotimi Odunaike, Chairman of the Lagos State Caretaker Committee, and Dorcas I. Omorodion,…

Former Military Administrator of Bayelsa State, Navy Captain Omoniyi Caleb Olubolade (rtd), has passed away.He celebrated his 70th birthday on November 30, 2024. Olubolade, a retired officer from Ipoti-Ekiti, died on Sunday, May 11, in Apapa, Lagos. In a statement issued by his first daughter, Mrs Oluwayemisi Akinadewo, and his first son, Mr Dayo Olubolade, it was revealed that he left home to play lawn tennis at a nearby facility where he collapsed. “He drove himself to the facility to play lawn tennis in the evening and slumped while playing. Efforts were made by medical officers around to revive him…

Paediatricians have dispelled common misconceptions about childhood cancer, including the belief that it is contagious and a death sentence. The paediatricians, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Osogbo, said that the society lacked adequate knowledge of cancer, especially in children. Dr Oyetoke Oderanti, Consultant Paediatrician, Osun State University Teaching Hospital, attributed people’s reasoning about childhood cancer to lack of knowledge on cancer. “Most people believe children are too innocent to be cursed by God, therefore, they should not have devastating diseases. “However, this is not the case. Tumours or cancers can occur in anyone…

All Progressives Congress, APC, in Delta Central Senatorial District has reiterated their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and Senator Dafinone, while calling for unity within the party and dismissing reports of internal disagreement. The strategic meeting, which was held on Sunday at the residence of Senator Ede Dafinone, brought together top stakeholders from across the district, signalling a renewed focus on party cohesion and strategic alignment. Chief Akpeki emphasised discipline and collaboration, urging members to work together to strengthen the party’s presence across Delta State. He described the political landscape as evolving and stressed the need…

The Kwara State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Ibrahim Sulyman, has urged the state High Court hearing the case of the murdered final-year student of the State College of Education, Hafsoh Lawal, to release the dismembered body of the deceased for proper burial according to Islamic rites. The Attorney-General, who is the prosecution team lead in the case against the five suspected individuals, disclosed this on behalf of the family of the deceased yesterday during the continuation of hearing on the matter. However, the defense counsel for the first defendant (Abdulrahman Bello), Mr. Chukwudi Maduka, did not object, expressing…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ward 01, Iragbiji, Osun State has formally acknowledged the resignation of former Osun Central Senator and ex-chairman of the Governing Council of the Osun State College of Health Technology, Ilesa, Felix Ogunwale. The development was addressed during a special ward congress convened on Monday by party leaders and stakeholders in Boripe Local Government. The Ward 01 PDP Chairperson, Taibat Oladimeji, whose remarks were delivered by Abayomi Adegoke, said Ogunwale’s exit from the party came as no surprise and was considered “a relief,” pointing to his lack of participation in party affairs over the past…

Onyebuchi Ememanka, the former Chief Press Secretary to ex-Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State, has announced his departure from his former principal’s camp, opting to align with Governor Alex Otti of the Labour Party. Ememanka, a prominent figure during Ikpeazu’s tenure, had served as his official spokesman. Ememanka’s decision to join Otti comes after a period of personal reflection and consultations. In a post on Facebook, he shared a photo with Governor Otti and explained his decision, stating, “Finally, after a series of meetings and deep personal reflection, I have made my decision. A time has come for me to…

James Abraham Barely four years after its establishment, the National Orthopedic Hospital in Jos, Plateau State, has commenced operations, offering specialised orthopaedic care to the people. The hospital’s Chief Medical Director, Prof Icha Onche, disclosed this on Monday during a press conference in Jos as part of activities to formally commence its operations stating that the hospital is now open for outpatient services. “The essence of this briefing is basically to tell the whole world that we have started our operation,” the CMD said. Onche added that clinics for outpatients would formally commence on Tuesday. “The National Orthopaedic Hospital, Jos,…

Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has revealed that all necessary amendments to the Electoral Act will be completed before the 2027 elections. Prof. Yakubu, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Monday, also debunked the insinuation in some quarters that he has been sacked, insisting that he still remains the Chief Electoral Officer for the country. The INEC Chairman spoke while answering questions from newsmen after he joined other guests to witness the inauguration of two National Commissioners by President Bola Tinubu at Presidential Villa, Abuja. According to the umpire, the commission, alongside relevant stakeholders, has…