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UK plans $5m first lithium battery recycling plant in Ogun

A British investor and the Chief Executive Officer of Hinckley E-Waste Recycling Ltd, Adrian Clews on Wednesday said that Nigeria, coming after South Africa is the second highest producer of electronic waste in Africa. Clews said that the country is responsib…

2024-09-19 08:51

Comparative evaluation of plasma biomarkers of Schistosoma haematobium infection in endemic populations from Burkina Faso

Author summary Urogenital schistosomiasis is a chronic debilitating disease affecting populations living in Africa and the Middle East and showing a strong association with poverty. Accurate detection of infection is important both for disease treatment and s…

2024-09-18 14:00

Abiodun seeks end to delayed justice

The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, on Tuesday, called on the judiciary to remain dedicated to the swift dispensation of justice for a fair, just, and equitable Nigeria. The governor spoke during a special church service to mark the 2024/2025 Legal Year…

2024-09-18 00:25

Drivers need adequate rest before embarking on journeys, FRSC says

The Ogun Sector Commander of Federal Road Safety Corps, Akinwumi Fasaki, on Tuesday in Abeokuta advised motorists to ensure they rest well before embarking on any journey. The Sector Commander, in a statement by the Command’s Spokesperson, Mrs Florence Okpe, …

2024-09-17 11:55

“I Am a Chosen” Trends After VDM Called Out Church, More Videos of Unusual Testimonies Emerge

VDM caused an uproar on social media after he called out Lord's Chosen Church as netizens seemingly threw their weights behind him while mocking the ministry.

2024-09-16 10:33

In defence of Dapo Abiodun projects

It is amazing but not shocking that Governor Dapo Abiodun, boardroom guru, and business mogul, has been taking the business of social engineering seriously. Particularly in the last couple of days, the Gateway State has been in the news for positive things, w…

2024-09-15 23:25

Psychiatrists blame hardship for rising suicide attempts

Psychiatrists have warned that the current economic hardship in Nigeria may lead to an increase in suicidal thoughts among citizens, urging Nigerians to visit clinics for mental health check-ups. PUNCH Metro reports that between August 25 and September 4, 202…

2024-09-15 23:25

LG Poll: Ogun NNPP warns OGISIEC against underhand dealings

The New Nigeria People’s Party, Ogun State has said that it would not hesitate to take legal actions against the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commissions if it suspected any foul play in the electoral process of the forthcoming November 16 local governmen…

2024-09-15 19:24

Paternity fraud may trigger suicidal thoughts, depression in children—Experts

Mental health professionals have raised concerns over the psychological and emotional impact that paternity fraud could have on children’s well-being. The physicians warned that paternity fraud could lead to suicidal ideation and emotional distress among affe…

2024-09-15 01:11

Miracle competes with medicine as Nigerians dump hospitals for healing water, soap

SODIQ OJUROUNGBE examines how many Nigerians with health issues are abandoning conventional medicine for miracle cures and spiritual healing. From miracle water to divine intervention, they seek help in error Ibrahim Adeogun’s unfortunate death two years ago …

2024-09-15 00:33