In every season of student politics, there are names that rise not because of privilege or advantage, but because of hard work, consistency, and the grace of God. One such name is Afolabi Temitope, widely known as BIG AFO, a student union presidential aspirant whose journey is built on resilience, faith, and an unshakable passion…
Morayo Afolabi-Brown, former host of ‘Your View’ on TVC says her past criticism of former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, was out of ignorance. Morayo made this known during an interview with Chude Jideonwo on Sunday. “It was because I did not know him. After I made that comment,…
Ruth Otabor, the sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, has died weeks after sustaining severe injuries in a truck accident in Edo State. Her death was announced on Sunday in a statement issued by Eko Solicitors & Advocates on behalf of the family. According to the statement, Ruth passed away in the…
Mental health experts have asked parents to ignore tradition and apologise to their children when they are wrong, warning that failure to do so could have long-term negative impacts on children’s mental health, emotional development, and future relationships. The psychiatrists stressed that acknowledging parental mistakes helps children build trust, learn empathy, and develop healthier coping…
As the country faces an unexpected spell of harmattan-like weather, health experts have urged Nigerians experiencing unusual cold-related symptoms such as persistent cough, sore throat, and nasal congestion to take immediate steps to reduce stress and improve their immune defences. The medical professionals, who spoke exclusively to PUNCH Healthwise, linked the recent spike in respiratory…
Ethiope-East Local Government Council Chairman, Hon. Chief Augustine Ogedegbe has vowed that the pregnant woman shot dead by soldiers chasing suspected internet fraudsters, otherwise known as yahoo boys, will get justice. Ogedegbe made the vow in a post on his Facebook timeline. He also said the Council is taking necessary steps to prevent such occurrences…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has recorded a sweeping victory in the Rivers State local government council elections. APC won 20 out of the 23 local government areas, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured three. According to the official results released, the APC won the majority of chairmanship seats across the state, with strong…
The National Leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), led by Comrade Olushola Oladoja GCNS, expresses deep disappointment over the recent gesture by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Education where a cash gift of ₦200,000 (two hundred thousand naira only) was presented to Miss…
The Federal Government has announced the completion of a comprehensive review of the national curriculum for basic, senior secondary, and technical education. The new framework is designed to reduce content overload, improve learning outcomes, and ensure Nigerian students are equipped with skills relevant to today’s global demands. According to a press statement signed by Boriowo…
The former Tinubu/Shettima 2023 Presidential Campaign Coordinator in Zamfara State, Senator Kabiru Marafa has confirmed his resignation from the All Progressives Congress. Marafa, who confirmed his registration to Channels Television via text message on Sunday, left the ruling party after a meeting with his political structure last Wednesday and Thursday. In a communiqué issued at…