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The Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria has raised concerns over the state of the country’s mental health system, warning that widespread neglect, economic hardship, and structural barriers are worsening mental health conditions. The association said this in a communiqué signed by its President, Prof. Taiwo Obindo, and Secretary General, Dr. Olajide Abayomi, issued at the end of its 56th Annual General and Scientific Meeting in Benin City, themed, “Nigeria Mental Health System: Gaps, Opportunities, and Prospects.” The communiqué, made available to our correspondent on Saturday, noted that the association lamented that mental health remains severely underprioritized despite its growing burden.…

In SummaryThe 2025 edition of the CPPI covers global data from 2024 (comparing against 2023) and draws on more than 175,000 vessel calls and 247 million container moves across 403 container ports. Improvement means a reduction in “time vessels spend in port.” Shorter port stays for container ships translate into better efficiency. The 2025 CPPI results show that in global shipping, for African ports, performance comes from execution, that is, effective management, modest infrastructure upgrades, and logistics discipline rather than scale alone.Deep Dive!!Lagos, Nigeria, Saturday, November 29 – The latest edition of the CPPI was formally released in 2025, presenting a comprehensive global assessment…

Sokoto State has entered a new era of community-focused security, as Governor Ahmed Aliyu revitalises the Sokoto Marshall Corps, an initiative he had helped conceptualise more than a decade ago during his very impactful tenure as Commissioner for Social Welfare in the administration of former Governor Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko. What began as a modest neighbourhood-watch idea has now evolved into an ambitious initiative designed to meet the security demands of a fast-growing population while providing the youth with meaningful pathways into the public service. The rebirth of the Sokoto Marshall under the administration of Governor Ahmad Aliyu is significant for…

Ademola Lookman arrives at the weekend with a record in sight and a favourite opponent in front of him, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian international, who struck the breakthrough goal in Atalanta’s impressive 3-0 Champions League win at Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday, now sits on 54 goals for the Bergamo club. That tally places him joint-ninth on Atalanta’s all-time scoring list, level with former Danish striker Poul Rasmussen. Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman. Photo Credit: Atalanta X Though Lookman has reached the mark in more appearances, 130 to Rasmussen’s 106, his upward trajectory remains impressive. Only eight players in Atalanta’s history have scored…

President Bola Tinubu has described Nigeria’s election to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for the 2026-2027 biennium as a resounding affirmation of the nation’s rising maritime profile and its renewed commitment to global shipping governance. Nigeria secured re-election into Category C of the IMO Council during the organisation’s General Assembly in London on Friday, November 28, marking the country’s return to the critical decision-making body after a 14-year absence. Welcoming the development, President Tinubu said the victory underscores the international community’s confidence in Nigeria’s dedication to maritime safety, security, environmental responsibility, and adherence to rules-based navigation. The…

As I observed the unfolding tragedy of what the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has now become, a quiet sadness mingled with a deep sense of prophetic vindication came upon me. Looking at what PDP has become today did not amuse me and I am not surprised. When former governors Nyesom Wike (Rivers State), Seyi Makinde (Oyo State), Samuel Ortom (Benue State), Okezie Ikpeazu (Abia State) and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (Enugu State) were working against Atiku Abubakar, I consistently warned that their cantankerous, rebellious and self-deifying attitude would eventually destroy the party. Those warnings were not guesses; they were born from the…

The Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission, of Nigeria, Prof. Abdullahi Usman has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. Usman said that the late Islamic icon remained a strong supporter of pilgrims’ welfare, as he played special roles in the growth and reform of the Hajj sector in Nigeria. In a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday by his Technical Assistant on Media, Ahmad Muazu, the NAHCON boss sent his condolences to the immediate family, students and followers of the late scholar. He described his death as a great loss the Muslim…

Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and Deputy President of the Senate, Barau I. Jibrin, have dismissed allegations by the Kano State Government accusing them of making inciting comments capable of worsening insecurity in the state. The state government, on Friday, called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of Ganduje over what it described as reckless remarks on recent banditry attacks in parts of Kano. Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Abdullahi Ibrahim Waiya, said the former governor’s comments had allegedly emboldened criminal elements and triggered further incursions. Addressing journalists after the 34th…

Victor Osimhen has handed Galatasaray a timely boost after returning to full training ahead of Saturday’s highly anticipated Istanbul derby against Fenerbahçe, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian striker had been sidelined for 11 days with a hamstring strain sustained during international duty with the Super Eagles. The 26-year-old suffered the setback in the final of the African World Cup qualifying play-off Tournament in Morocco, where Nigeria were held 1–1 by DR Congo before losing 4–3 on penalties. Leroy Sané and Victor Osimhen in Galatasaray training. Photo by IMAGO The injury ruled him out of Galatasaray’s 3–2 league win over Gençlerbirliği and…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South West has charged all stakeholders to urgently come up with plans and actions capable of dealing with rising cases of killings, kidnapping and other organised crimes in parts of the country, blaming the development on some enemies within and outside who do not wish the nation well. In a statement, the APC South West Zonal Publicity Secretary, Mr. Ayobami Afolabi, lauded the Federal Government and the state governments where there were security breaches recently for their swift response and coordinated efforts which yielded the timely rescue of all the abductees. “In recent…