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By Olugbolahan Kuku October 16, 2025; Lagos celebrates “Eko World Food Day” Fair. The grounds of Police College, Ikeja played host to all Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas of Lagos State who showcased the products of their various agricultural practices. It was indeed a spectacular scenery at the grounds of the Fair seeing various displays of agricultural practices and products of Lagos grassroots. The world class mega city of Lagos still has a lot of “cultural steeze” to offer! As the city of aquatic splendor is mostly marine, the riverine communities of Apapa, Badagry, Agboyi, Lagos Island, Ikorodu,…

By Olugbolahan Kuku October 16, 2025 the President and members of the Customary Court of Agboyi-Ketu made a courtesy visit to the office of the Executive Chairman; Hon. Adetola Adunni Abubakar. Members of the Council’s Judiciary that made this all-important legal visit to the office of the Chairman include: Mr. Adeleke Adedoyin; President Mr. Victor Akindehin; Member Mrs. Sade Olukayode; Member Mr. Olutunde Oyinlade; Member Mr. Sikiru Banjo; Member It was a courtesy call from the leaders of the Agboyi-Ketu Customary Court to the Executive Chairman. The President of the Customary Court expressed felicitations of the Local Council’s Judiciary with…

True friends are like stars; you don’t always see them, but you know they are always there. Cherish those who lift you higher and stand by you through thick and thin. As Helen Keller said, “Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light.” In life, we encounter various types of friends—some for a reason, some for a season, and some for a lifetime. Each type enriches our journey in unique ways. ‘What is a friend? A single soul dwelling in two bodies. Please admire every friendship, for each one adds a special chapter…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja after attending the Aqaba Process Heads of State and Government-level Meeting in Rome, Italy, where world leaders gathered to deepen cooperation against terrorism and violent extremism. The President, who departed Nigeria on October 12 for the summit scheduled to begin on October 14, arrived back in the country on Saturday. According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu’s participation in the meeting reaffirmed Nigeria’s strong commitment to regional and global security alliances. “The Aqaba Process, launched by His Majesty…

By Peter Omopo A former Senior Special Assistant on Domestic Matters and Social Events to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Dr. Waripamo-Owei Dudafa, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Dudafa, who previously served as a member of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, announced his decision in a statement released on Saturday in Yenagoa. In his resignation letter addressed to the PDP Chairman of Southern Opokuma/Ayibabiri Ward 8 in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area, the former presidential aide said his exit followed “deep reflection and extensive consultation” with political allies, supporters, and family…

By Peter Omopo Dunukofia Local Government Area of Anambra State on Friday became the latest community to throw its weight behind Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo as he seeks re-election in the November 8, 2025, governorship election. Thousands of residents converged on the LGA headquarters in Ukpo to endorse the governor and his wife, Dr. Nonye Soludo, alongside the Deputy Governor, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim. The event, which coincided with the community’s annual New Yam Festival — known as Iweife-Ubi — also featured the donation of an undisclosed amount towards Soludo’s re-election campaign. The endorsement rally attracted traditional rulers, the Chairman of…

By Peter Omopo The Executive Director of Marine and Operations at the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Olalekan Badmus, has called on residents and political stakeholders in Osun State to remain steadfast in their support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2026 governorship election. Speaking on Friday in Osogbo during a visit by APC governorship aspirant Bola Oyebamiji to the Osogbo Local Government Area, Badmus emphasised the importance of unity and loyalty within the party as it prepares for the crucial poll. He described Osogbo as the “heart of progressive politics in Osun,” noting that the city has…

By Peter Omopo The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Afam Osigwe (SAN), has said that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has no constitutional authority to declare the seat of any governor vacant over defection from one political party to another. Osigwe stated this while reacting to public calls by Kenneth Okonkwo, a Nollywood actor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), who urged INEC to declare the seat of Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, vacant following his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) earlier in the week. Governor Diri had on Wednesday announced his resignation…

By Peter Omopo The management of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH), Wudil, Kano State, has expelled 34 students for their involvement in examination malpractice, while 13 others have been suspended for one academic session. This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the university’s Head of Information, Publications, and Public Relations Unit, Abdullahi Datti, and made available to Saturday PUNCH. According to the statement, the disciplinary actions followed the approval of the report of the Examinations Regulations and Irregularities Committee by the University Senate at its 123rd meeting, held on October 9, 2025. “The report…

By Peter Omopo A large-scale Brazilian study has found a significant association between high consumption of artificial sweeteners and faster decline in memory and thinking skills — raising questions about the long-term impact of “diet” sugar substitutes on brain health. Key Findings The research followed 12,772 adults, averaging 52 years old at baseline, for eight years. Participants were grouped by their reported intake of seven low- or no-calorie sweeteners (LNSCs) including aspartame, saccharin, acesulfame K, erythritol, sorbitol, xylitol and tagatose. Those in the highest consumption group (≈ 191 mg/day, roughly equivalent to one can of diet soda) experienced a 62%…