…and emergency treatment, as well as emerging responsibilities relating to data protection and telemedicine. He warned that the use of telemedicine did not reduce the standard of care expected from practitioners. “The standard of care does not diminish because the consultation occurred on a screen; if anything, the duty…

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has warned motorists against violating traffic laws and regulations, saying anyone found culpable will be dealt with in accordance with the law. The command also pledged to sustain its statewide enforcement exercise across the 31 local government areas of the state. A statement issued…

I don't know how I look - Actress Uche Ogbodo shares day 1 update after facial lift procedure (video) Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo has shared a video showing her recovery just one day after undergoing a facelift procedure. While the actress admitted she is currently dissatisfied with her immediate post-surgery appeara…

The Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service has postponed the publication of shortlisted candidates for its ongoing recruitment exercise, which was initially scheduled for Thursday, August 13. NAQS said the decision was made to ensure a thorough, transparent and accurate recruitment process. The agency announced the po…

The Indonesian government will close more than 750 state-owned enterprises by year’s end, President Prabowo Subianto said Friday, mulling the possibility of a special court to investigate “unproductive” boards. “There are far too many unproductive state-owned enterprises, always reporting losses while claiming profits …

The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union has honoured the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi, with the ‘Golden Era Pillar of Critical and Strategic Intelligence for National Development Award’, as part of activities marking its 50th anniversary RATTAWU conferred the a…

…percent year-on-year increase, UN Tourism has said. According to the latest UN Tourism data, demand remained strong in January and February. However, growth slowed towards the end of the quarter following the escalation of conflict in the Middle East, which disrupted air connectivity, pushed up oil prices and increased…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested three men for alleged impersonation, forgery and possession of fake identification cards and uniforms of the corps in Gombe State. The suspects are: Auwal Umar, 26, of Tukulma in Akko Local Government Area; Hamza Usman, 23, of Herwagana, Gombe; and Yakubu Muhamm…

A suspected member of a kidnapping gang, Sanda Aliyu, has been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command over an alleged plan to purchase an AK-47 rifle for N1.6m in Kaiama Local Government Area of the state. Aliyu was arrested by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Section on August 3, 2026, following actionable intell…

The political rift between Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, and his predecessor, Gbenga Daniel, has deepened, with both camps trading fresh claims over political loyalty ahead of the 2027 general elections. Abiodun on Thursday accused Daniel of appearing to have moved away from the mainstream of the All Progressives …

DARK clouds of violence and intimidation have gathered over Osun State in the run-up to Saturday’s governorship election. Yet Osun people must not surrender to fear or allow violence to rob them of their democratic rights. They must troop out to vote. It is an important civic duty they owe themselves, their children an…

The Sapele area of Delta State was thrown into grief after the body of a three-year-old boy, Master Lemuel, was found a day after he reportedly went missing in the Uko Road area of the town. PUNCH Metro reports that the tragic incident has heightened concerns over child safety in the community, with residents calling f…

The Federal Government has introduced new programmes in produce inspection and export management, post-harvest technology, organic crop production, hydrology and water resources management, and organic animal production in polytechnics and colleges of education across the country. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Al…

Bussinesswoman calls out men over increasing rate of indecent dressing and public exposure A businesswoman has expressed concern over the 'increasing rate of indecent dressing and public exposure amongst men.'Ijeoma Chinonyerem called out men who are seen in public wearing singlets, thereby exposing their chests with c…

Man narrates how a house party took an unexpected turn after everyone took an HIV test A young man has shared how what started as a fun birthday house party quickly turned into chaos after guests decided to take HIV tests as part of a truth-or-dare game. According to him, everyone was having fun at the party when someo…

…taught in a nursery school. Based on her and her dad's memories, backed by historical data, she published a book, Thomas Leonard McAvey: A Soldier and a Sailor in 2012, about her Civil War-era great-grandfather. Speaking about her many, many years, Southwick said there were ups and downs. "I retired in the '80s and had…

Couple attacked by pet pit bull while inspecting rental house in shocking video A couple suffered multiple injuries after they were attacked by a pitbull in Patiala's Ghuman Nagar area, India. CCTV footage of the incident is now circulating on social media. The attack took place on Tuesday evening, August 11, when Anki…

A young lady has taken to social media to share how she found out that her 70-year-old grandmother had taken in. According to the young lady known as @Eni on TikTok, two days after she had returned home to spend the holiday, her grandmother began to complain of stomach p@in. The lady concluded that it was probably the …

“Tightens rules on citizens’ personal data collection By Prince Osuagwu Nigeria has officially agreed that data is the new face of the country’s economic rennaissance after President, Bola Tinubu admitted that data is the new oil. The new development sees government appearing to favour data governance as the best way t…

I am a Yoruba man. If a Hausa or Igbo person is interpreting my words, it may not be correct" - Senator Fadahunsi speaks after honoring police invitation Senator Francis Fadahunsi has insisted that the comment he made in the viral video was misinterpreted by people who do not understand Yoruba. Recall that singer David…

It Is the Police who will decide whether or not Senator Fadahunsi's statement was illegal or not - APC publicity secretary, Felix Morka The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress APC, Felix Morka, says it is only the police that can determine if the ''k!ll them'' comment made by Osun East Senator…

…the Auditor-General of the Federation (OAuGF). Despite having access to executed budget data, the supreme audit institution failed to publish substantive reports or adhere to international independence standards. "The supreme audit institution should meet international standards of independence, audit the executed budg…

Activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, accuses Rivers state police command of mismanaging case of 10-year-old girl allegedly r@ped by her parents' landlord Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has accused officers of the Rivers State Police Command of mismanaging an investigation into the alleged rape of a 10-year-old girl,…

…it means faster access to funding. For regulators, stronger oversight and improved data collation. For investors, it is a source of increased confidence. And for Nigeria, a more efficient system that ensures the Fund continues to drive measurable impact.” He added, “As we unveil this platform today, we send a clear mes…

The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Bolaji Abdullahi, has blamed President Bola Tinubu for the controversial comments attributed to Senator Francis Fadahunsi ahead of Saturday’s Osun State governorship election. Abdullahi, who spoke on Arise News on Wednesday, said he did not blame Fada…