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The President of the Nigerian Medical Association, Prof Bala Audu, has said that the mass exodus of medical practitioners has left the country with 30,000 practising doctors. He also stated that Nigeria’s rising population has increased the demand for doctors, causing one doctor to attend to 8,000 patients. The NMA president further said that about 15,000 doctors had left the country in the past five years, adding that the exodus was continuous. “If you divide the estimated population of 240 million by the number of practising doctors, which is 30,000, it will give you the doctor-patient ratio of 1:8000,” he said. Audu…

All is set for a discourse on Cross Border Trade and Security by Comptroller General, Nigeria Customs Service, Alhaji Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, at the 2025 annual national reunion conference of the Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA). The event, scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 2025, will take place at the Oduduwa Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State. In a statement, Prof. Sirajudeen Obayopo, the Chairman of the Planning Committee, and Ibrahim Fagbenro, Public Relations Officer, stated that Adeniyi, an alumnus, will speak on the Topic of the Conference: “Cross Border Trade and Security Implications On the Nigerian Economy:…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a stern admonition to the public, particularly pedestrians, underscoring the imperative of strict adherence to the use of designated overhead pedestrian bridges. This advisory follows a grievous incident over the weekend, in which a pedestrian lost his life after being struck by a lorry while attempting to unlawfully cross the Ojota expressway on foot. Preliminary findings indicate that the fatal collision occurred as the lorry was transiting the Ojota main carriageway, where it encountered the pedestrian in breach of crossing regulations. In a futile bid to flee the scene, the lorry…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it is yet to announce any date for the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). The commission, reacting to a viral social media message claiming that the CVR, including the Transfer and Replacement of lost Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) will resume on May 27, 2025, urged Nigerians to disregard the fake statement making the rounds. Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi, stated this in a statement on Sunday. “In line with its tradition, the Commission will publicly announce the date for the resumption of the CVR at the appropriate…

The Imo State executive of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has refuted the reports carried on some social media platforms (The Guardian not included) reporting that the leadership of the party has been sacked, and interim committee put in place. A statement issued yesterday (Sunday), and signed by the Publicity Secretary, Lancelot Obiaku, blamed the House of Representatives member representing Ideato Federal Constituency, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, of holding an illegal meeting at his ancestral home in the state, where he handpicked some people and named them “Interim Committee,” describing such such parading themselves in that capacity as ‘impostors,’ maintaining that…

Umar Sani The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested four individuals producing and selling counterfeit herbicides. The arrest was disclosed in a statement by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Wakil on Sunday. Wakild explained that “On May 3, 2025, at about 13:30 hours, a team of detectives attached to the Monitoring Unit of the Command upon credible intelligence regarding the mass production of counterfeit herbicides in a residential area within Bauchi Metropolitan.” The PPRO listed the individuals arrested to include 21 years old Usman Suleman of Karofin Madaki, 20 years old Ahmad Musa of Wuntin Dada, and 17…

The Governor of Niger State, Umaru Bago, has acknowledged the unwavering dedication and contributions of civil servants across all spheres of society. Bago made the commendation during the celebration of the 2025 Worker’s Day, held at the 123 Parade Ground, Minna. The governor lauded workers for their hard work, resilience, and dedication, urging them to continue in the same spirit. According to Bago, “Work is never-ending; retirement is simply another chapter, another form of service. Therefore, it is our collective duty to ensure that our retirees, those who have labored for our state, receive their entitlements and gratuities without delay.”…

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and National Leader of the Southern Youth Movement, Promise Lawuru, has dismissed as baseless recent allegations made against Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, by a factional leader of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). Lawuru, who addressed journalists in Warri, described the claims by the factional NANS President, Atiku Isah, as “fabricated lies” aimed at discrediting the Tinubu administration and maligning Seyi Tinubu’s character. Isah had accused the President’s son of orchestrating acts of bribery, abduction, torture, and using political thugs to disrupt the recent inauguration of the…

Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Deputy Governorship candidate in Cross River State in the 2024 general election, Dr. Emana Duke Ambrose-Amawhe, has explained why she joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the PDP. Speaking at a ceremony held at her ward, Edem Odo in Akpabuyo Local Government Area on Friday, where she was formally received into the APC, Ambrose-Amawhe said the decision was taken in the best interest of Cross River State and its people. Emana asserted that she was motivated to join the APC following the development strides carried out by the party at the state and national…

Janet Ogundepo Maternal experts have said that between 10 and 15 per cent of new mothers, especially those living in developing countries, suffer postpartum depression after childbirth. They stated that while the exact cause was still unknown, the condition was caused by a combination of hormonal, psychological and social factors. The gynaecologists explained that the condition which began within the first week after childbirth and could continue for a year, presented with symptoms such as persistent sadness, anxiety, loss of interest in daily activities, sleep disturbances and thoughts of self-harm or harming the baby. In separate interviews with PUNCH Healthwise,…