Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

UNICEF suggests breastfeeding babies within one hour of birth The United Nations Children’s Fund has called on pregnant women in Borno State to initiate their newborns into breastmilk consumption within one hour of birth Speaking during the flag-off event of the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week on Saturday in Maiduguri, the state capital, the UNICEF Chief of Maiduguri Field Office, Francis Busiku, stated that only 35.5 per cent of children in Nigeria were initiated to breastmilk within one hour of birth, and only 28.8 per cent were exclusively breastfed According to him, this year’s theme, “Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support System”,…

Super Falcons’ Ajibade once hawked Olive oil, Zobo at church Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade presents WAFCON medal to Pastor Olukoya, wife. Credit: X | popsyynn … from grass to grace glory of Ajibade Rasheedat revealed. Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, on Saturday, shared her journey from humble beginnings to continental success in a testimony at the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries’ Prayer City, Ogun State. Ajibade, who led Nigeria to its 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in Morocco, attended the August edition of the church’s monthly ‘Power Must Change Hands’ programme. Speaking to the congregation,…

Kemi Badenoch rebuffs Nigerian citizenship  Badenoch Kemi Badenoch has rebuffed Nigerian citizenship because she doesn’t see herself as a Nigerian anymore. The Conservative Party leader recently revealed that she does not possess a Nigerian passport. Kemi, who was born in London but grew up in Nigeria and the US, disclosed that she has not renewed her Nigerian passport in 20 years. Speaking to the Rosebud podcast, Badenoch stated that even though she is Nigerian by ancestry, she no longer identifies with the nation. According to her, she is still very interested in what happens in Nigeria because she has loved…

Okocha welcomes Clemens Westerhof to his house Football icon Jay-Jay Okocha (L) and ex-Super Eagles coach, Clemens Westerhof, met during a visit to Okocha’s Lagos home.| Credit: Instagram (clemens_westerhof) Okocha welcomes Clemens Westerhof to his house Nigerian football icon Jay-Jay Okocha recently hosted his former Super Eagles coach, Clemens Westerhof, at his Lagos home. Westerhof, who posted photos from the visit on Instagram on Friday, called it an “unforgettable night of my life” and thanked Okocha for his warm hospitality. Westerhof, a Dutch national, managed the Nigerian national team from 1989 to 1994. Under his leadership, the Super Eagles won…

Remo Group Of APC Protests Non-Indigene As DG Of Campaign Council, Calls This An Insult Remo Group Of APC Protests Non-Indigene As DG Of Campaign Council, Calls This An Insult A storm of protest has erupted within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Remo, Ogun State, following the composition of the party’s 100-man Campaign Council for the upcoming Remo Federal Constituency bye-election. The Remo group, voicing widespread local discontent, has condemned the council’s structure as a profound insult to the people of Remoland. At the heart of the outrage is the appointment of a non-Remo indigene as Director-General (DG) of…

Folabi Nuel, Matt Redman Release Powerful Worship Anthem Folabi Nuel UK-based Nigerian gospel artiste, Folabi Nuel (née Afolabi Emmanuel Fagbemi), has teamed up with renowned Integrity Music worship leader Matt Redman for a deeply moving new release titled “There Is Glory On The Other Side of This.” The worship and prayer track, inspired by Psalm 23, offers a fresh and uplifting message of hope. It reflects on God’s unwavering protection during difficult times, reminding listeners that they are never alone or forgotten. The song points to the promise of glory and restoration that awaits beyond pain, suffering, or trials. With…

NIS cautions Nigerians on use of U.S. visas The Comptroller General, Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap NIS cautions Nigerians on use of U.S. visas Following the path of recent similar warning by the National Orientation Agency, NOA, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) on Saturday also advised Nigerians to use their U.S. visas in strict compliance with the stated purpose of their application. NIS Public Relations Officer,(SPR0), Akinsola Akinlabi, said this in an advisory issued on Saturday Nigerians. He said the advisory was issued following concerns raised by the U.S. Government over the misuse of visas by some Nigerian citizens. NIS…

Don Media Group unveils Don FM, Ikoro FM after test Don Media Group has kicked off full 24-hour commercial broadcasting on Don FM 103.7 and Ikoro 93.3FM Community Radio following a successful test transmission period that began on June 27 and was capped off by a spectacular, star-studded concert. The radio stations began full operations on full throttle on Friday, August 1, 2025. The unveiling ceremony was an unforgettable mega concert headlined by Afrobeats superstar Davido, with electrifying performances from Timaya, Kcee, Peruzzi, Jeriq, Zoro and popular comedians Sabinus and Funnybone. The event drew a massive crowd and has been…

IPMAN: Petrol tankers will not load beyond 45,000l by Oct. 1 * aims at reducing road damage and accident. * tankers to install safety covers The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Enugu Depot Community, has its members would shut down their outlets in Anambra on Thursday in compliance with various measures announced by the government and security operatives to enable people participate in the state’s November 6 gubernatorial election. The Western Zone of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has said tankers will no longer load more than 45,000 liters of the product from Oct. 1.…

UNILAG creates new faculties in  computing, architecture, robotics, others UNILAG gate The University of Lagos has announced a major academic restructuring, with the unbundling of six existing faculties and the creation of eight new ones. The update was disclosed in an official statement published on the university’s website on Friday, August 1. According to the release, the newly created faculties which include Architecture, Basic Clinical Sciences, Communication and Media Studies, Computing and Informatics, Creative Arts, Health Professions, Life Sciences and Physical and Earth Sciences were unbundled from the already existing faculties of Arts, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Environmental Sciences,…