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Why I Married Myself At 45 " Denrele
1+ week, 3+ day ago (342+ words) Nigerian media personality and actor Denrele Edun has explained the reason behind his symbolic decision to "marry" himself as part of celebrations marking his 45th birthday. The entertainer, whose full name is Adenrele Oluwafemi Edun, sparked widespread reactions on social media…...
Beyond Fun: How Play Helps Children Learn
1+ week, 5+ day ago (1065+ words) Under the bright morning sun, a group of excited pupils gathered on the dusty playground of Yahaya Abdulkareem Primary School in Sokoto. Some hopped enthusiastically in a sack race, struggling to keep their balance as classmates cheered them on. Nearby,…...
Stop Using Lead Paint In Children's Rooms, Lagos Govt Warns
2+ week, 1+ day ago (524+ words) The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has warned parents, government ministries and agencies against painting children's bedrooms, classrooms, hospital wards and sick bays with paint containing lead, citing the serious health risks associated with exposure to the toxic metal....
Fertility Clinics Getting Rich Off Students" Desperation In Plateau
2+ week, 2+ day ago (1644+ words) Nobody advertises it. There are no flyers on campus noticeboards, no social media posts with clinic addresses. It moves the way most things move among students with no money and urgent needs, mouth to mouth, roommate to roommate, quietly and…...
Divorce Should Be Celebrated When Marriage Becomes Unbearable, Says Bovi
2+ week, 3+ day ago (204+ words) Popular Nigerian comedian and actor Bovi Ugboma has said he celebrates divorce when it happens, arguing that it often signifies freedom from an unhealthy marriage. Speaking during a recent episode of The Morayo Show, Bovi explained that he views divorce…...
Actor Taofeek Claims Two Of Five Children Not His
2+ week, 3+ day ago (422+ words) Veteran Nigerian actor, Abdul Salam Taofeek, popularly known as Tioruju Mondusi, has opened up about what he described as the most painful experience of his life involving his late wife. The actor made the revelation during an interview on the…...
Cross River Seals Maternity Clinic Over Patient's Death
2+ week, 4+ day ago (588+ words) The Government of Cross River State has s sealed the Safe Hands Maternity Clinic in Calabar Municipality of the state following the reported death of a patient after surgery. Speaking on Monday during an inspection, the chairman of the state…...
83% Of Nigerians Back Social Media Restrictions For Children
3+ week, 15+ hour ago (568+ words) A majority of Nigerians support the introduction of age restrictions on social media use by children, according to the findings of a new survey presented The survey, conducted as part of ongoing discussions on child online safety, was unveiled during…...
INTERVIEW: Social Media Pressure Fueling Depression, Suicide Among Youths " Bob-Manuel
3+ week, 5+ day ago (1884+ words) Veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker and politician, Bob-Manuel Udokwu, has warned that the pressure to project success on social media is taking a toll on many young people and pushing some into anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts. In this interview with…...
Tributes As Chukwueze Buries Mother
4+ week, 21+ hour ago (184+ words) The Whistler Newspaper Tributes As Chukwueze Buries Mother The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau alongside other high-profile football figures including NFF 1st Vice President Chief Felix Anyansi-Agwu and Anambra State FA Chairman Chikelue Iloenyosi were present to pay…...