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The Lagos State Primary Health Care Board, in partnership with the Maternal and Reproductive Health Collective, has organised a two-day capacity-building workshop for health educators across the state to strengthen community engagement, improve health literacy and increase the use of primary healthcare services, particularly in maternal and reproductive health. The training, themed “Influencing Demand and Utilisation of Skilled Maternal Care in Lagos State,” was held at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, located within the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba on Tuesday, bringing together health educators working in primary healthcare centres across the state. In his opening remarks, the…

Akwa United Head Coach, Paul Offor, has been named the Nigeria National League (NNL) Best Coach for three consecutive months, winning the award for December 2025, January 2026 and February 2026. The NNL announced the winners of the Prostar/Sportlight Hub Monthly Awards, which recognise outstanding performances by players, coaches, teams and referees across the league. Under Offor’s leadership, Akwa United currently top NNL Conference B with 25 points from 13 matches, reflecting the team’s strong form this season. In December 2025, Offor was named Best Coach, while Daniel Gothom of Akwa United won Goal of the Month. Other winners included…

Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has addressed rumours linking him romantically with fellow actress and reality TV star Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan, popularly known as Bambam amid speculation about her alleged separation from her husband, Teddy A. Speaking in an interview with BBC Igbo which was shared on Thursday, Arukwe clarified that he maintains strict professionalism when working with colleagues, particularly those who are married. According to him, he is usually careful while filming romantic or physical scenes with co-stars to avoid creating issues in their personal relationships. “I met Bambam for the first time when we shot that movie and before filming,…

“We’re seeing the consequences spread faster than we can respond”, warned the UN emergency relief chief, Tom Fletcher, as violence reverberates across borders causing mass displacement and economic shocks.  Speaking to reporters in Geneva, the UN’s top humanitarian aid official said, “this is a moment of grave peril” and warned that without additional support “millions of people will die”.Over $14 billion neededThe $23 billion appeal announced last December by the UN aid coordinator to help 87 million of the world’s most vulnerable people remains around two-thirds underfunded.Although the number of people in need of assistance globally far exceeds the 87 million…

Engineering is so much more than solving problems or writing efficient code. It is about creating solutions that affect billions of lives and contributing to a profession built on innovation, responsibility, and collaboration. Although technical skills remain critical, what truly will accelerate the growth of the next generation of engineers is community and professional involvement.Learning from communitiesUniversity programs provide a strong foundation in theory and practice, but they cannot capture the complexity of real-world engineering. As an IEEE senior member, I believe professional communities such as IEEE can help bridge the gap by offering:I have served as a mentor and…

In the traditional halls of Nigerian finance, capital was once defined solely by the strength of a balance sheet and the depth of physical vaults. However, as the industry transitions into a tech-enabled era, marked by a staggering 11.2 billion electronic transactions processed by NIBSS in 2024 alone, the definition of capital has undergone a fundamental shift. In 2026, ‘Character’ seems to have emerged as the most vital form of liquidity. In a market where digital fraud and systemic volatility can erode trust overnight, a bank’s commitment to regulatory compliance is no longer a ‘back-office’ function; it is the primary…

Asian equities declined on Friday and remained on track for a second consecutive weekly loss as the ongoing conflict involving Iran continued to push oil prices higher and unsettle global financial markets. Investor optimism over a possible resolution to the conflict has weakened in recent days, leaving markets increasingly concerned about the potential economic consequences of sustained geopolitical tensions. The continued rise in crude oil prices has intensified fears of higher inflation and tighter financial conditions across major economies. Oil prices remained close to the $100 per barrel mark during Friday’s session as Brent crude traded around $100.30 per barrel…

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended the indefinite strike it declared on Tuesday. The decision to suspend the strike followed the intervention of the union’s national leadership, according to a notice issued by the chapter chairperson, Idou Keinde, a professor. The university management had also said it is opening a dialogue with the union to address the concerns raised. The union confirmed that it is in dialogue with the university. “Members are enjoined to respectfully defer to our union’s national leadership and continue with their normal activities while this matter…

By Kingsley Omonobi Special Boat operatives of the Nigerian Navy under Operation Delta Sentinel have destroyed an illegal crude oil storage site within the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Bonny Area of Operations in Rivers State. Director of Naval Information, Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, while making this known on Friday, said operatives discovered 4 dug-out pits containing a cumulative 17,500 litres of products suspected to be stolen crude oil. He said, “Following the directive from the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, the Nigerian Navy has intensified its efforts under Operation Delta Sentinel. ‘As part of ongoing efforts to…

Cameron Norrie believes his playing style can sometimes make life difficult for Carlos Alcaraz as the two prepare to meet at the Indian Wells Open. Norrie has been in strong form at the tournament, reaching the quarter-finals without dropping a set. Despite facing the world number one, he appears relaxed about the challenge ahead. Speaking to Tennis Channel, the Brit joked about suggestions that he could be the favourite. “I feel like you’re making me feel like the favourite,” Norrie laughed. “He’s completely destroyed me maybe four times in bigger tournaments!” Still, Norrie explained why he believes his style can…