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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja on Wednesday advocated the integration of traditional medicine with orthodox healthcare to improve healthcare delivery and preserve indigenous medical knowledge. The monarch made the call while receiving executive members of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Oyo State branch, at the Olubadan Palace. According to a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Gbenga Ayoade, the Olubadan said traditional medicine remained effective, accessible and affordable for many Nigerians. “I believe in the efficacy of traditional medicine, its accessibility and affordability. So, let me use this period to advocate for the integration of traditional medicine…

Leaders of the Ibeju-Lekki Ancestral Community Foundation have raised concerns over an alleged blocked drainage channel along a section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway in Eleko, warning that the development could trigger severe flooding and displace residents from their ancestral homes during heavy rainfall. The foundation, comprising more than 53 communities, including Eleko, Museyo, Opo Ijebu and others, raised the concerns during a meeting attended by representatives of the affected communities at the Eleko Town Hall on Sunday. When PUNCH Metro visited the area, some houses and shops located along the coastal road corridor in Eleko were observed to be…

More often than not, the demands of leadership are such that the leader cannot see the seemingly small details. Invariably, such a leader is preoccupied with larger issues. In the process, he or she may inadvertently lose sight of the micro issues which touch crucially on the well-being of the citizen. Indeed, and although President Bola Tinubu has been able to get it right, as regards the welfare of pensioners, it appears that something very crucial is still missing. Specifically, this centres around the recurrently tardy payment of pensions to our more than deserving and aged pensioners. Incidentally, this scourge…

The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Area Command, has urged officers of the command to protect the reputation of the service, warning that delays in cargo clearance by any officer will not be tolerated. The command’s Public Relations Officer, Isah Sulaiman, a Chief Superintendent of Customs, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday obtained by The PUNCH. The statement noted that the Customs Area Controller of the command, Emmanuel Oshoba, issued the warning on Tuesday during the command’s monthly parade in Apapa, Lagos. Oshoba emphasised the need for greater operational interventions across terminals to block revenue leakages while ensuring seamless trade…

Scientists and climate experts have warned that players and fans could face dangerous heat conditions during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging FIFA to strengthen its safety measures before the tournament begins. As reported by BBC Sport on Thursday, in an open letter signed by medical experts, climate researchers, and sports scientists, the group called on FIFA to adopt stricter heat protection standards proposed by FIFPRO, the global football players’ union. The experts warned that rising temperatures across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the three host nations for the 2026 tournament, could place athletes and spectators at serious risk.…

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Queen Mercy Atang, may be heading for a global record conversation after Guinness World Records reacted to her viral bread-inspired outfit worn at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. In a video shared on her Instagram page on Sunday, Guinness World Records reacted in the comment section saying, “Well, we do have a record for the largest cake dress … hmmm.” Former Big Brother Naija Housemate, Queen Atang in her bread outfit at the 12th edition of AMVCA in Lagos…Photo Credit: Ig/ QueenMercyAtang Reacting to the comment, the reality star wrote,…

Just 4% of Americans surveyed say they would weigh a political candidate’s stance on crypto policy in deciding who to vote for.Affordable housing, consumer fraud protection and lower bank fees were the top three issues respondents said they wanted Congress to tackle, according to a survey of 2,035 US adults released on Wednesday by Politico and conducted by polling firm Public First.Just 18% of respondents considered establishing rules for the crypto market to be a top priority for Congress, one percentage point ahead of regulating large banks.The results show a divide between the average American voter’s top priorities and those…

Katharine McPhee and David Foster threw a lavish fundraiser for L.A. mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt in their Brentwood Park backyard. One America News Network host Alicia Summers shared footage via Instagram of the event on Monday, May 13, including a snippet of Foster, 76, playing the keyboards as McPhee, 42, sang new lyrics for Tina Turner’s hit “The Best.” McPhee crooned that Pratt, 42, is “better than Karen Bass and Nithya Raman,” his two leading opponents. At one point, McPhee seemingly forgot Raman’s first name, referring to her incorrectly as “Cynthia.” When she pointed out the mistake, Pratt shrugged as…

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Wahab Egbewole, has proposed diplomatic and security measures that could reshape Nigeria’s engagement with its regional neighbours. Mr Egbewole, a professor of jurisprudence and international law, made the submission on Wednesday while delivering the inaugural lecture at the Strategic Intelligence Management Course Two (SIMC2), hosted by the Strategic Intelligence Management Institute (SIMI). The event was themed: “Nigeria and Her Neighbours: New Regional Dynamics, New Policy Responses.” Mr Egbewole said the issue of shifting regional dynamics goes far beyond academic discourse. “This is an existential intelligence concern and an urgent diplomatic call to…

The Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has appointed a Hajj delegation to ensure a hitch-free pilgrimage exercise. This forms part of his continuous efforts to guarantee a seamless Hajj operation. The Chief Press Secretary, Ibraheem Musa, said in a statement that the appointment was aimed at ensuring that pilgrims from the state are properly catered for and comfortable during their journey to the Holy Land. The five-member delegation is headed by Alhaji Abubakar Mustapha, a former Head of Service of Kaduna State. Other members are Arc. Mohammed Aminu Idris, Professor Bello Ayuba, Abdullahi Rabiu Ishaq, and Dr. Imam Tukur…