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Sodiq Ojuroungbe Food experts have warned that frequent consumption of fried foods may contribute to or worsen mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety, citing both scientific studies and clinical observations. They explained that these foods contain harmful compounds such as acrylamide, a contaminant formed during high-temperature cooking, which could negatively impact brain health. Speaking with PUNCH Healthwise, the nutrition experts emphasised that diet had a significant impact on mental health. They pointed out that foods high in saturated fats, such as most fried foods, compromise the body’s homeostasis, including brain function, and contribute to inflammation, which is known…

The Chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC), United States of America (USA) chapter, Prof. Tai Balofin, has faulted the outrage by a section of party stalwarts over an alleged ommission of Vice President Kashim Shettima from the party’s 2027 presidential ticket. In a statement on Tuesday, Balofin described it as a misplaced priority, warning that amplifying the issue could lead to discord within the party. He insisted that the party’s leadership acted correctly by prioritising Tinubu’s candidacy, which is the foundation of the APC’s 2027 winning strategy. Stressing the need to focus on supporting Tinubu’s leadership, he noted that Shettima’s contributions…

Photo Credit: Olamide/Instagram Did someone say Olamide is dropping a new album soon? Because if that’s true, we’re absolutely thrilled, and it turns out, it is. The music superstar is set to release his latest album on Thursday, 19th June, and the excitement is already building. Even better, he’s shared some updates ahead of the big day. First things first, the album is packed with 17 tracks in total. Now that’s a full feast. Even more exciting is the lineup of collaborations. Afrobeats superstar Wizkid features on not one, but two tracks: “Kai” and “Billionaires Club.” Street-hop star Seyi Vibez…

Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi has revealed that he supported an English Premier League club when he was a child, Soccernet.ng reports. Moffi is still looking to return to his best, after missing most of the just-concluded season due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury which he sustained last summer. The Super Eagles star played just five games last season. But despite his challenges, he still put up one goal. Nice forward Terem Moffi and Reimss midfielder Mory Gbane (Photo by Imago) Meanwhile, Moffi has consistent presence on social media, especially Instagram. On Monday, he had a question and answer…

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has denied rumours of his defection to the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC), assuring his teeming supporters of his unalloyed support for Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking during a media chat on ‘TheTalk.NG’, Mutfwang described the speculation as mere grapevines, adding that he would not jump ship despite efforts by the opposition to factionise the PDP. He added that Plateau State will continue to operate as a PDP state despite a wave of defections rocking the party. Recall that Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and and his Akwa Ibom State counterpart, Umo Eno,, Umo…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate, has arraigned Precious Williams, director of Glossolalia Nigeria Ltd and Pelegend Nigeria Ltd, before Justice S. I. Mark of the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Williams is facing a 14-count bordering on conspiracy, obtaining money under false pretence, advance fee fraud, and money laundering to the tune of N13.8 billion. The charges stem from her alleged involvement in a fraudulent investment scheme linked to MBA Trading and Capital Investment Limited. One of the charges read, “That you, Precious Williams of Glossolalia Nigeria Limited; Pelegend Nigeria…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Consolidation Group, has called on the party’s national leadership not to give tickets for the forthcoming area council and 2027 elections to disloyal members. The group also advised the party to check infiltrations of its ranks by the opposition to guide against APC becoming habitat for political opportunists rejected by their former parties. Malam Idris Jibril, spokesperson of the group made the call while speaking with newsmen shortly after submitting a petition to the party’s national leadership in Abuja. He explained that the petition was borne out of the concern over the infiltrations of the…

Idowu Abdullahi No fewer than 500 Nigerians would benefit from the free eye cataract surgery by The Redeemed Evangelical Mission. TREM said the medical outreach was part of activities lined up by the church to celebrate the 80th birthday of its Presiding Bishop, Dr Mike Okonkwo. According to Sightsavers, an international charity working to prevent avoidable blindness, cataract is caused by a build-up of protein in the eye and usually develops because of old age. It noted that cataracts can also be present from birth, but can also appear as a result of eye injuries or following an eye surgery…

Osun APC afraid of its shadow, says PDPThe Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), yesterday, petitioned the state Director of State Security Service (DSS) and the Commissioner of Police, Osun Command, accusing the state chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sunday Bisi, and the state Commissioner of Information, Kolapo Alimi, of allegedly plotting a violent takeover of local councils. Also listed in the petition copied to other security agencies, include the Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, and the Spokesperson for Osun State Governor, Olawale Rasheed. Tension had built up in…

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri has offered his first remarks about Super Eagles star Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, admitting he is unsure about how best to use the Nigerian midfielder in his system, Soccernet.ng reports. Sarri, who returned to the Lazio dugout on 2 June after a 15-month break, replaced Marco Baroni following the club’s underwhelming seventh-place finish in Serie A. One of his key tasks will be unlocking the potential of players like Dele-Bashiru, whose debut season in Italy was as mixed as Lazio’s league form. Nigeria and Lazio star Fisayo Dele-Bashiru Signed initially on loan from Turkish side Hatayspor, Lazio secured…