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Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu, at the weekend declared the South-South geopolitical zone to be on a firm trajectory of national greatness under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, describing his administration’s transformative strides as “magical” and worthy of continued support. Speaking at the All Progressives Congress (APC) South-South Stakeholders Meeting held in Benin City on Saturday, Governor Otu traced the region’s political evolution and affirmed the collective resolve of the APC family to deepen its developmental philosophy across Nigeria. “We have come with an alabaster of endorsements,” he said, “and we are pouring generously and unreservedly on…

The Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has formally rejected the revised allowances outlined by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) for medical and dental officers in the federal public service, joining the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in demanding a complete withdrawal of the circular. In a joint statement issued on Sunday and signed by its President, Prof. Muhammad Muhammad, and General Secretary, Prof. Daiyabu Ibrahim, the association described the June 27, 2025 circular (SWC/S/04/S.218/III/646) as “grossly inadequate, misleading, and a flagrant violation” of long-standing collective bargaining agreements with the Federal Government. MDCAN has issued a…

The North-Central All Progressives Congress (APC) Forum has declared that the region deserves to produce both the positions of Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and National Chairman of the party. It based its claim on the region’s significant contribution to the governing party’s electoral success, noting that it delivered the third-highest number of votes in the 2023 presidential election for the governing party. The Forum made the declaration in a statement issued by its Chairman, Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, on Sunday in Abuja. The statement was in response to insinuations that the position of SGF should be taken…

Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has emphasised the importance of treating every opponent with respect and caution, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian women’s team prepares to face Tunisia in their opening game of the 13th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Sunday, 6th of July. Madugu, speaking ahead of the clash, dismissed the notion of easy teams at the tournament, and insisted that all the teams present in Morocco earned their place by merit and should not be underestimated. “Everybody is entitled to his opinion. For me, or for us, we have respect for all the teams that have…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Skin health experts have cautioned against the excessive use of bath sponges, warning that bathing with them more than two or three times a week could expose individuals to serious skin damage and infections. According to the dermatologists, sponges, particularly loofahs and synthetic mesh types, could harbour harmful bacteria, fungi, and mould if not properly maintained, potentially leading to skin conditions such as rashes, irritation, and, in severe cases, bacterial infections. Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise, the skin specialists explained that constant scrubbing with sponges, especially rough ones, could wear down that barrier, making the skin prone to…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stated his commitment to resisting election rigging and confronting what he described as ongoing governance failures in Nigeria. Abubakar made the comments on Saturday in a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account following a meeting with a delegation of Gombe State stakeholders led by former Minister and Senator Idris Abdullahi. “Yesterday, I vowed to stand against the stealing of elections and oppose bad governance,” Abubakar said. He explained that the interaction with the Gombe group served as an opportunity to reflect on the country’s governance trajectory and emphasize the need for reform.…

The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has denied allegations that it confirmed the use of courier services for drug trafficking since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office. A news article by Peoples Gazette titled “Nigerian courier services easily transporting hard drugs since Tinubu became president – NIPOST.” claimed that NIPOST said drug smuggling through courier companies has become easier since Tinubu became president. The report claimed that NIPOST the general manager of Courier and Logistics Regulations Department in Ondo State, Oludotun Sounde, said that the activities of the illegal courier companies now pose a threat to national security and the economy,…

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has expressed the team’s readiness as Nigeria prepare to face Tunisia in their opening match of the 13th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, Soccernet.ng reports. Following their impressive preparatory matches—where they defeated Cameroon 2-0, held Portugal to a goalless draw, and beat Ghana 3-1—the Super Falcons now have a bigger challenge ahead as they face the Tunisian women. Speaking ahead of the game, Ajibade revealed, through Victor Ademola’s lens, that the atmosphere within the squad is positive and focused as the players gear up to begin their title challenge. “The mood in…

The Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Idiroko, during the week, handed over a total of 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa intercepted by its anti-smuggling operatives to officials of the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The contrabands, which were compressed into coconut sizes and wrapped in yellow cellophane, were neatly concealed inside the false bottom of an articulated Mercedes Benz truck with registration plate number (LAGOS) EPE 959 YK. Speaking with journalists during the handing over held at the NCS’ Century at Idiroko, in the Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State, NCS Area Comptroller…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Public health physicians have revealed that people who live alone or experience prolonged social isolation face a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases, depression, sleep disorders, and a range of other poor health outcomes. The experts explained that loneliness triggers the release of excess stress hormones in the body, which in turn elevate heart rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels, all critical factors that contribute to cardiovascular diseases such as diabetes and heart problems. The World Health Organisation on Monday said that no fewer than 871,000 people die worldwide annually from loneliness. According to the WHO commission, one…