Cholestrol epidemic: A big pharma secret

By Kayode Oseni Understanding Cholesterol Cholesterol is a vital substance produced by our bodies and also derived from the foods we consume. Our liver synthesizes cholesterol because it plays crucial roles in various bodily functions, including hormone production and the maintenance of brain health—our brain is largely composed of fatty substances. Scientists categorize cholesterol into […]

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Labour Day: Bleak future for Nigerian workers

AS the world marks Labour Day 2025, the future of the Nigerian worker appears bleak. While the Nigerian Labour Congress must agitate for the dignity of the Nigerian worker, the federal and state governments must create an enabling environment for both the public and private sectors to thrive. This year’s Labour Day theme, ‘Social Justice […]

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NIJ to graduate 707 students, 60 with distinction

The Nigerian Institute of Journalism, Ogba, Lagos, said 60 graduates will receive Distinction certificates at its forthcoming seventh convocation ceremony. The Provost of the institute, Mr. Gbenga Adefaye, disclosed this during a press briefing on Wednesday. He stated that a total of 707 students would graduate on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, across the National Diploma, […]

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National Assembly wades into FCT teachers’ strike

The National Assembly has stepped into the lingering industrial action by public primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory. The teachers, under the Nigeria Union of Teachers, have been on strike over the non-implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage and other outstanding entitlements by chairmen of the area councils. The industrial action, which began […]

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May Day: Fubara urges protection of workers’ rights, says justice will prevail

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has commended the resilience and dedication of the state’s workforce, calling for greater protection of workers’ rights and improved working conditions across sectors. He gave the charge in a solidarity message to mark the 2025 Workers’ Day, stressing that workers remain the backbone of the state’s progress and a […]

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Three judges suspended as NJC voids Imo acting CJ’s appointment

The National Judicial Council has voided the appointment of Justice Theophilus Nzeukwu as acting Chief Judge of Imo State, directing Governor Hope Uzodinma, to immediately reverse the decision and appoint the most senior judicial officer in the state in line with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution. The decision was part of the resolutions taken […]

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Psychic attacks in view of conventional medicine: Facts or conjectures?

By Kayode Oseni My article titled “What Makes a Physician of Natural Medicine Unique” has sparked a wide range of responses from readers across the spectrum. While some individuals accused me of promoting occult teachings, others reached out to share their deeply personal stories regarding physical ailments that conventional medicine has failed to diagnose, let […]

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New Owa Obokun’s coronation activities begin May 16

The coronation ceremony for the 49th Owa Obokun Adimula and Paramount Ruler of Ijesaland, Osun State, Oba Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, will begin on May 16, 2025, according to the palace. In a statement on Thursday, the Chairman of the Media and Publicity Sub-Committee of the Coronation Committee, Chief Shola Oshunkeye, said the week-long activities will […]

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No celebration, just survival: Workers mark May Day amid broken promises, rising hardship

In this report, Henry Falaiye exposes the outcry of Nigerian workers as they face crushing economic realities, stagnant wages, vanishing jobs, and blatant violations of their rights amid a system that continues to turn a blind eye to their struggles: As Nigerian workers join millions around the globe to commemorate International Workers’ Day on May […]

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