An environmentalist, Mr. Philip Jakpor, has described the collapse of a three-storey building in the Alakija area of Lagos as evidence of persistent regulatory failure in Nigeria’s construction sector. Jakpor, Executive Director of Renevlyn Development Initiative, made the assertion in an interview with reporters on Monday in Lagos. He said the incident reflected a pattern of building collapses recorded across the country over the past two decades, often resulting in loss of lives and property. According to him, the use of substandard building materials, poor structural designs, and weak enforcement of building regulations remain major causes of the recurring incidents.…
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A medical practitioner at the Federal Medical Centre Birnin Kudu, Dutse, Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad, on Monday cautioned the public against the growing practice of self-medication. Ahmad, a resident doctor at the hospital’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, described self-medication as a dangerous practice that often exposes individuals to avoidable complications. He warned that the practice could lead to organ failure, drug addiction, and sudden death. According to him, self-medication is costly, as many people purchase unnecessary drugs instead of seeking proper medical care. He noted that the indiscriminate use of drugs, especially antibiotics, has contributed significantly to the emergence of…
The Tomatoes Growers and Processors Association of Nigeria (TOPAN) has assured Nigerians that the current high prices of tomatoes will decline considerably from late July as the wet-season harvest begins. The Kaduna State Chairman of TOPAN, Mr Rabiu Zuntu, gave the assurance in an interview with reporters on Sunday in Lagos. Tomato prices have risen sharply since early May following the end of the dry-season harvest and reduced supply. A 50kg basket, which sold for between N18,000 and N20,000 in January, now costs between N100,000 and N130,000, while a 25kg crate sells for between N50,000 and N70,000 at wholesale markets…
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has extended by four weeks its expired 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, warning that it may embark on industrial action if its demands are not met. The decision was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the association’s Extraordinary National Executive Council (E-NEC) meeting held virtually on Saturday. The communiqué was jointly signed by NARD President, Dr Mohammad Suleiman; Secretary-General, Dr Shuaibu Ibrahim; and Publicity and Social Secretary, Dr Abdulmajid Ibrahim. NARD said the extension followed a review of the government’s compliance after the initial 21-day ultimatum issued during its…
A Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr Olumide Adegbokun, has called for innovative strategies and stringent policies to address the rising prevalence of substance abuse in Nigeria. Adegbokun, who spoke in an interview on Sunday, warned that the country risks worsening security and public health challenges if urgent action is not taken. He noted that Nigeria’s drug abuse prevalence has continued to rise since the 2018 National Drug Use Survey, which put the rate at 14.4 per cent — nearly three times the global average of 5.5 per cent. By 2023, the figure had risen above 20 per cent. “Many crimes are driven…
Only one in four men has optimal semen quality, according to a Consultant Gynaecologist, Dr Victor Ajayi, who quoted a 2012 study. Ajayi, Chief Executive Officer of Nordica Fertility Centre, made the statement during a webinar organised by the centre on Saturday. The webinar was themed “The Forgotten Men: Conversation on Infertility.” He noted that periodic studies by the World Health Organisation show a global decline in male reproductive potential, with sperm counts falling by more than 50 per cent over the past five decades. “Only a few men now produce the 39 million sperm concentration considered necessary for natural…
Ms Titilolami Bello, Founder of Path to Possibilities, a UK-registered charity, has called for increased investment in education and vocational training to equip young Nigerians with practical skills. Bello made the call during the 10th anniversary and graduation ceremony of beneficiaries of the organisation’s tailoring programme at its resource centre in Ikota, Ajah, on Sunday. She said such investment would help reduce the number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, which currently tops the list of countries with the highest number of out-of-school children. “We need to diversify education through vocational training and practical skills to engage more out-of-school children. Government…
The Medserve-LUTH Cancer Centre (MLCC) has been named the “Most Outstanding Oncology Centre in Nigeria” for the fourth consecutive year. In a statement on Sunday in Lagos, the hospital said the award was presented at the 12th Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award (NHEA) on June 26, 2026. This fourth consecutive win further solidifies MLCC’s reputation as the region’s benchmark for advanced, compassionate, and life-saving cancer care. As the largest and best-equipped cancer treatment facility in West Africa, MLCC seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technology with clinical expertise. Located within the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) in Idi-Araba, Lagos, the centre offers highly specialised,…
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has commenced the distribution of 80,640 bags of free fertiliser to 20,160 smallholder farmers in the South-South geopolitical zone. The initiative is under the Fund’s Farm Input Support Programme (FISP), which reinforces the Federal Government’s commitment to boosting agricultural productivity, reducing production costs, and strengthening national food security. Executive Secretary of NADF, Mohammed Ibrahim, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday. He was represented by the Fund’s Head of Investment Department, Mr. Olalekan Alabi. At the unveiling ceremony in Calabar on Saturday, Ibrahim listed the benefiting states as Cross River, Akwa…
The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) says its advocacy for uninterrupted academic activities and constructive engagement has strengthened stability in Nigeria’s university system since 2023. CONUA President, Prof. Niyi Sumonu, stated this in an exclusive interview on Sunday in Abuja. Sumonu, an Associate Professor of Physics and Engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, said the union has consistently promoted industrial harmony across public universities. He noted that although CONUA was officially recognised in 2023, it has already made meaningful contributions to addressing challenges in the university system. According to him, one of the union’s major achievements is sustained advocacy for…