LASUTH COMMISSIONS TWO ULTRAMODERN DENTAL CENTRES

 By Yomi Durojaye 

The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), in partnership with Messrs Oasis Nigeria Limited, has commissioned two new ultramodern Dental Suites located within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Building at the facility on Monday.

LASUTH COMMISSIONS TWO ULTRAMODERN DENTAL CENTRES

The Chief Medical Director of LASUTH, Prof. Adetokunbo Fabamwo, while commissioning the centres alongside representatives of Messrs Oasis and the Hospitals’s management staff, stated that the Dental Centre is a facility created to meet the growing demand of clients who seek exclusive, private, and expedited dental services. 

He said “This Centre leverages the same expertise of the highly skilled consultants that LASUTH is renowned to have. We are proud to partner with Messer Oasis Nigeria Limited to whom we provided the space which they  equipped and furnished to international standards”.

“We are operating an alternative partnership Dental Centre. This facility caters to clients who are willing to pay a slightly higher fee for fast-tracked, exclusive, and private care, while benefiting from the expertise of LASUTH personnel, our consultants and experts”. 

Fabamwo also noted that the SDG Building is rapidly becoming a central hub for cutting-edge medical services within LASUTH, revealing that plans are underway to commission an intensive care unit, an ultramodern modular theatre suite, and a high-dependency unit soon.

The CMD expressed his gratitude to Messrs Oasis Nigeria Limited for partnering with the hospital, especially during these challenging economic times. He also saluted Prof. Tuoyo Okoturo, the Head of the Dental Centre, in LASUTH, and his team for their hard work in conceptualising and planning this project, which has resulted in this beautiful edifice being officially opened for operations.

“We are contributing to the national efforts to retain our medical personnel and health workers. As we all know, one of the main drivers of the 'japa syndrome' is dissatisfaction with the working environment but Dental Surgeons working in a facility like this would have a sense of fulfilment carrying out their duties and may resist the urge to move to colder, less-friendly climates to work”, the Chief Medical Director concluded.

In a similar vein, Dr. Tuoyo Okoturo, Head of the Dental Centre, expressed deep gratitude to the Chief Medical Director of the hospital for his support. He recalled a meeting where the CMD passionately shared his vision for the Dental Centre, emphasising his consistent support for dentistry, which has always been backed by tangible actions. 

Dr. Okoturo assured the CMD of the full support and commitment of himself and all the Heads of Units in the Dental Centre to ensure the success of the initiative, pledging that they would work diligently to see the project thrive as envisioned. 

Mr. Frederick John, the representative of the Chief Executive Officer of Oasis Nigeria Limited, Dr. Tunde Olujobi, the LASUTH Partnership Dental Centre Manager, described the partnership with LASUTH as a significant advancement in providing top-tier healthcare to the community.

He emphasised that access to quality healthcare is a fundamental right, and through this collaboration, Oasis Nigeria Limited aims to support standards in accessibility and excellence that LASUTH has already established in healthcare. The clinic’s dedicated team of professionals is committed to delivering personalised and compassionate care to each patient.

Health: Why Resident Doctors Embarked On Nationwide Strike

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared a nationwide 7-day warning strike, commencing on Monday, August 26, 2024, at 12 am.

Health: Resident Doctors Embarked On Nationwide Strike 

The strike is in response to the abduction of Dr. Ganiyat Popoola, a registrar in the Department of Ophthalmology at the National Eye Centre, Kaduna.

Dr. Dele Abdullahi, President of NARD, announced the strike during an emergency meeting of the National Executive Council.

“The strike is total, and there will be no concessions or emergency care during this period,” he said.

Dr. Popoola was kidnapped on December 27, 2023, along with her husband and nephew. Although her husband was released in March, Dr. Popoola and her nephew remain in captivity after eight months.

Recall that NARD members protested against Dr. Popoola’s abduction on Thursday, August 15, in Lagos. The demonstration was organized by resident doctors of Federal Medical Centre, Ebute-Metta.

LAGOS STRENGTHENS EFFORTS TO COMBAT HEPATITIS AMID RISING PREVALENCE

 By Ayodele Awosika 

...Marks Y2024 World Hepatitis Day with Symposium

...Tasks Residents on Preventive Measures

...Screens and Vaccinates Over 5,000 Residents

The Lagos State Government has taken significant strides in the fight against Hepatitis, launching comprehensive initiatives to curb the spread of the virus. At a symposium marking World Hepatitis Day in Lagos today, the Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye, outlined the state's efforts, including subsidized Hepatitis C testing, vaccination of residents, and extensive community outreach programs aimed at reducing the disease's impact on the population.

Speaking at the symposium held at Folarin Coker Staff Clinic, Alausa, Ikeja, Dr. Ogboye emphasized that the fight against viral Hepatitis must be intensified in order to address the 2024 World Health Organization (WHO) Global Hepatitis report, which indicates that deaths resulting from viral Hepatitis have become the second leading cause of death, with about 1.3 million deaths annually, globally, 100 times more than HIV/AIDS.

Dr. Ogboye highlighted that a baseline report showed a higher prevalence of Hepatitis B (HBV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) in Lagos compared to the national average. He stated, "In 2016, a baseline assessment conducted with support from the Lagos State Government showed a higher prevalence of HBV and HCV (5% and 1%) when compared to the national average. These figures suggest that an estimated 2 million and 200,000 Lagosians are chronically infected with Hepatitis B & C, all of whom are at risk of developing cirrhosis and primary liver cancer if left untreated."

Explaining the significant steps taken by the state government towards mitigating Hepatitis, the Permanent Secretary said the state launched the Hepatitis Control Program in 2017 with a dedicated budget line. Dr. Ogboye disclosed that the state government has provided access to Hepatitis C viral load testing at subsidized prices, stressing that 435 Hepatitis C viral load tests have been performed in two diagnostic facilities in collaboration with the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI). He added that the state government has also screened and vaccinated about 5,000 individuals, primarily health workers, across the state.

"The state government has provided access to Hepatitis C Viral Load testing at subsidized prices. About 435 Hepatitis C Viral Load tests have been performed thus far in two diagnostic facilities in collaboration with the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI). Recently, the state has also provided screening and vaccination for over 5,000 persons, mainly healthcare workers, complemented by extensive community outreach programs," he said.

Reaffirming the commitment of the current administration to the fight against viral Hepatitis, Dr. Ogboye commended stakeholders for supporting the state government in this effort. He assured that the government would continue to engage relevant stakeholders and citizens in the prevention and control of the disease while implementing strategies to eliminate the scourge of infections in the state.

Earlier in his remarks, the Director of Disease Control in the State Ministry of Health, Dr. Rotimi Agbolagorite, explained that Hepatitis viral infection causes liver inflammation and damage and remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases, accounting for over 1.3 million deaths yearly. He further stated that the Y2024 World Hepatitis Day Celebration, themed "It is time for Action," aims to raise public awareness of Hepatitis's devastating effects and to upscale efforts to end the global scourge.

"We gather on this crucial day to mark World Hepatitis Day to raise public awareness about the devastating effect of Hepatitis on health and to scale-up efforts to end the global scourge," he said.

Speaking in the same vein, the Lagos State Viral Hepatitis Control Program Coordinator, Dr. Mazeedat Erinosho, explained that beyond the World Hepatitis Day celebration, the State Ministry of Health has been consistently conducting community awareness campaigns. "These campaigns aim to inform citizens about the government's prevention and control strategies and provide basic information on where and when to seek medical intervention against the deadly disease," she said.

Dr. Erinosho commended the commitment of the Lagos State government toward the prevention, care, increased awareness, and treatment of Viral Hepatitis. She assured that the government is intensifying efforts to reduce mortality rates due to the disease by 95% and 65% respectively by 2030.

The symposium lecturer, a Consultant Gastroenterologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Dr. Rufina Igetei, explained that about 90 to 95% of Nigerians acquire the infection in childhood, either through the placenta from an infected mother or childhood spread. Dr. Rufina urged residents to take precautions against the deadly disease by getting tested and vaccinated, maintaining good personal and environmental hygiene, and avoiding the sharing of sharp objects.

ORILE AGEGE LCDA MARKS WORLD ORAL HEALTH DAY.

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Nigerian Dental Therapy Association (Lagos State Chapter), in collaboration with  Orile-Agege LCDA, hosted a successful free dental outreach for residents in the community today, Thursday, 21st March, 2023. 

The event took place at  Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwoolu Primary Health Centre where more than 50 residents of  Orile-Agege Community received complimentary oral health talks, dental checkups, scaling and polishing services amongst others to commemorate the World oral health day.

It is a day observed annually and dedicated to raising global awareness on the issues around oral hygiene, so that governments, health associations and the general public can work together to achieve healthier mouth and happier citizens. 

This years' campaign is themed. " A happy mouth is a happy body"  . Highlighting the intricate relation between oral health and overall well being,  this campaign is all about following dental hygiene rules to avoid diseases as prioritising oral health leads to better health. 

#JSB CARES 

#greater Lagos Rising

Health: Lagos Launches M.I.CH Plus Toll-Free Numbers | AgegePulse Magazine

The Lagos State Government, through the Office of Civic Engagement, has launched toll-free numbers: 0800-6424-758 and 0901-5520-00 for 1,140 indigent pregnant women participating in the ongoing Mother, Infant and Child (M.I.C.H) pilot research programme.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Civic Engagement, Princess Aderemi Adebowale revealed the numbers at a sensitisation programme on the second phase of the M.I.C.H pilot phase for the beneficiaries at Agege Local Government and Orile-Agege Local Council Development Area.

She explained that the toll-free lines are essential to ensure that the programme is impactful, as the lines would help the participating pregnant women receive qualitative healthcare and follow-up through phone calls and home visits by a dedicated team of the Public and State-approved Private Community Health Workers and Medical Consultants.

“The research phase of the M.I.C.H programme was designed to assess the impact of the programme nutritious food and supplements on pregnant women with full monitoring of their existing conditions, along with the diverse medical and social indices, starting from December 1, 2020, until the next six months, throughout pregnancy till delivery and post-partum”, she noted.

Princess Adebowale stated that each of the beneficiaries would be added to a social media chat group created in each Local Government Area for direct feedback as part of the monitoring and evaluation process of the Office of Civic Engagement.

According to her “The participants in the control group would be given M.I.C.H plus food packs and supplements weekly for a period of three months before delivery, starting from the commencement date of the research project”.

While urging every participant to attend the clinic regularly and cooperate with the government’s team of medical experts, research and care volunteers at every stage of the process, the Special Adviser expressed gratitude to the Medical Team of Agege Local Government and Orile Agege LCDA for their cooperation.

The research programme, which started on December 1, 2020, for 1,140 indigent pregnant women, had the second batch of participating pregnant women sign the attestation forms to confirm their participation in the three-month research exercise.

The 20 expectant mothers in the control groups drawn from Sango Primary Health Centre, Agege Local Government and Odumbaku Primary Health Centre, Orile-Agege LCDA are the second set of participating expectant mothers to sign relevant documents for the research study.

BREAKING: Lagos records first case of Coronavirus in Nigeria

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The Lagos State Ministry of Health has confirmed the first case of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Nigeria.

The state Commissioner for Health,  Prof. Akin Abayomi, in a statement around 1.40 am on Friday said the government had reported it to the Federal Ministry of Health.

"The case, which was confirmed on the 27th of February 2020, is the first case to be reported in Nigeria since the outbreak in China in January 2020.

"He fell ill on the 26th February and was transferred to Lagos State Biosecurity Facilities for isolation and testing. COVID-19 infection was confirmed by the Virology Laboratory of the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, part of the Laboratory Network of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control. The patient is clinically stable, with no serious symptoms, and is being managed at the Infectious Disease Hospital in Yaba, Lagos," the statement read partly."

The commissioner said the state government through the Lagos State Ministry of Health, had put measures in place to ensure that any outbreak in the state was controlled and contained quickly in collaboration with the multi-sectoral Coronavirus Preparedness Group, led by the NCDC.

"We have immediately activated the State Emergency Operations Centre to respond to this case and implement firm control measures.

" urged all Lagosians to  Lagosians and Nigerians that we have been strengthening  our preparedness since the first confirmation of cases in China. We will use all the resources made available by the State and the Federal Government to respond to this case.

"We are working to identify all the contacts of the patient, since he arrived in Nigeria.

Please, be reminded that most people who become infected may experience only a mild illness and recover easily, but it can be more severe in others, particularly the elderly and persons with other underlying chronic illnesses.

All Lagosians should take care of their health and maintain hand and respiratory hygiene to protect themselves and others, including their own families, following the precautions below':

1.    Regularly and thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water, and use alcohol-based hand sanitiser.

2.    Maintain at least 1 & half metres (5 feet) distance between you and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.

3. People coughing persistently or sneezing should stay indoors or keep a social distance, but not mix with a crowd.

4. Ensure that you and people around you follow good respiratory hygiene by   covering mouths and noses with a handkerchief or tissue while sneezing or coughing. You can also sneeze  or cough into your sleeve at the bent elbow.Then dispose of the used tissue immediately.

5. Stay indoors if you feel unwell with symptoms, such as fever, cough and difficulty in breathing. Please call Lagos State Emergency hotlines 08023169485 or 08033565529 or 08052817243 which are available day and night.

6. Stay informed on the latest developments about COVID-19 through official channels on TV and Radio, the Social Media, including the Lagos State Ministry of Health, NCDC and Federal Ministry of Health.

Citizens must not abuse social media and indulge in spreading misinformation that causes fear and panic. The Lagos State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, will continue to provide updates and will initiate all measures required to prevent the spread of any outbreak in Lagos". Abayomi Concluded.

Lassa Fever Hits Lagos As Govt Calls For Calm...Advises On Safety Precautions

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Lagos has recorded a case of the Lassa Hemorrhagic fever which has been reported to be raging in over 19 States in the country.

Commissioner for Health Prof, Akin Abayomi who disclosed this today confirmed that the patient is currently in isolation at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH).

Abayomi while noting that the situation is under control called on residents to be calm and not panic, assuring thatState government in active collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control is doing everything possible to control the spread of the disease in Lagos State.

“The Ministry of Health through Epidemiology, Biosecurity and Global Health Directorate is currently carrying out ‘contact tracing’ to determine those who may have been infected in line with international standards while we beef up our other surveillance strategies “, he said.

Abayomi reiterated the need for members of the public to ensure and maintain adequate personal hygiene and environmental sanitation at all times as part of prevention and control measures against the spread of the disease in the State

He averred that that the prevention and control of the disease remains a shared responsibility of all citizens through observance of the highest possible standards of personal and community hygiene as well as environmental sanitation.

The urged residents to store house-hold refuse in sanitary refuse bags or dust bins with tight-fitting covers to avoid infestation by rats and rodents; dispose refuse properly at designated dump sites and not into the drainage system and store food items in rodent-proof containers. He added that it is by so doing that a habitable and conducive environment, and a disease-free State can be achieved.

“Members of the public are further advised to avoid contact with rats, to always cover their food and water properly, cook all their food thoroughly, as well as block all holes in the septic tanks and holes through which rats can enter the house and clear rat hideouts within the premises”, he said.

While outlining strategies put in place by the State government to control the disease, the Commissioner explained that the Lagos State is maintaining relevant surveillance activities through its disease surveillance officers at local government level to prevent the spread of the disease in Lagos.  

“Isolation wards have been prepared to manage suspected and confirmed cases,drugs and other materials have also been prepositioned at designated facilities while health workers have been placed on red alert and community sensitization activities intensified”, Abayomi noted. 

The Commissioner advised health workers, both in the public and private hospitals in the State to ensure that they observe universal safety precautions and comply with infection prevention and control measures when dealing with patients, stressing that appropriate personal protective equipment like hand gloves, facemasks, goggles and overalls must be worn when attending to cases.

“Hands must be washed often with soap and running water or application of hand sanitizers after each contact with patients or contaminated materials and instruments must be autoclaved. Also hospital mattresses must be covered with plastic sheets to prevent contamination”, Abayomi added.

He stated that a case of Lassa Fever should be suspected in any person with persistent high fever not responding to standard treatment for malaria and typhoid fever or bleeding from bodysurface.

The Commissioner urged health workers as well as citizens to report suspected case or cases of the disease to the nearest government approved health facility, the Ministry of Health or call the emergency operation centre lines - 08023169485, 08033565529 and 08052817243.

“I would like to reassure Lagosians that our vigilance levels are very high and we are putting more measures in place to safe guard the State”, Abayomi note

HEALTH: LAGOS ALERTS PUBLIC ON NOVEL CORONAVIRUS

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• No cases of the virus have been identified in Lagos State or Nigeria
• Lagos ramping up its level of preparedness
• Collaborating with the Federal Ports Authority on Screening and Surveillance
• Advise Citizens on Precautionary Measures against contagious infections
The Lagos State Government has alerted the public to a new virus, the novel Coronavirus (nCoV) which is currently raging in China and have been reported some countries of the world including United States of America and have caused no fewer than nine deaths.

The State Government through a press statement issued by the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi said Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

Abayomi explained that the novel Coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans adding that Coronaviruses are primarily infections of animals that can be transmitted to humans.

“On 31 December 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO), China Country Office was informed of a cluster of cases of pneumonia of unknown cause, detected in Wuhan City, Hubei Province of China. A novel Coronavirus was identified as the causative virus by Chinese authorities on the 7th January”

“As of 22nd January 2020, a total of 471 cases have been confirmed in South East Asia and USA with 9 deaths. There is evidence now that the infection is able to spread from person to person”, the Commissioner said.

He disclosed that the common signs and symptoms of the infection include fever, cough, shortness of breath and difficulty in breathing adding that in more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.

While noting that no cases of the virus have been identified in Lagos, Nigeria or anywhere in Africa, the Commissioner stated that the State Lagos is ramping up its level of preparedness considering the large commercial trading traffic between Nigeria and China and Thailand.

“The Lagos State Biosecurity team in collaboration with Lagos University Teaching Hospital is currently working on building urgent capacity to identify the virus in our Biosecurity facility and isolation wards located at the Mainland Infectious Disease Hospital in Yaba in the event of any suspected case arriving in Lagos State”

“We are in touch with Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) in Abuja to align our strategies. Importantly we are also collaborating with the Federal Ports Authority at air, land and sea border posts to elevate screening and surveillance of incoming travelers”, he said

Abayomi urged citizens to adopt and practice high standard of personal and environmental hygiene including regular hand washing, covering of mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, avoiding close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing and practice good biosecurity precautions with domestic and wild animals as measures against the transmission of any kind contagious infection, nCoV inclusive.

The Commissioner advised citizens travelling from South East Asia or any country where the infection have been reported or who have had contact with travelers from that region and experiencing above outlined symptoms associated with the disease to go to the nearest health facility for immediate assessment and treatment or call 08023169485, 08033565529 or 08052817243 for assistance.

“The Lagos State Government is committed to the health and safety of her citizen and so, there is no cause for panic or alarm. This alert is just to assure you that we are preparing for any eventuality as directed by Mr. Governor”, Abayomi said.

Signed

Tunbosun Ogunbanwo
Director, Public Affairs
23rd January, 2019

Lagos First Lady flags off free surgeries for 150 residents in Lagos

... Reiterates Government’s Commitment To Reposition Health Sector

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Wife of the Governor of Lagos State, Dr.(Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday flagged-off a free surgical intervention programme for residents, as part of activities commemorating the 100 days in office of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's administration.

The free health mission, which is being organised in partnership with a non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Benjamin Olowojebutu Foundation, features free surgeries for residents suffering from Lipoma, Hernia, Fibroid and Breast Lumps, as well as free dental and general health screening.


Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held at General Hospital, Ijede, a suburb of Ikorodu, the First Lady said the development further underscores the commitment of the present administration towards revamping, rejuvenating and repositioning the health sector in the State for topnotch service delivery to the people.

According to her, the exercise was instructive considering the fact that a considerable level of commitment to revamp the health sector in the State had been aptly demonstrated since May 29, 2019.

In her words, "The second pillar of the developmental agenda for a greater Lagos promised by this administration as espoused in T.H.E.M.E.S speaks to provision of affordable, qualitative and accessible healthcare, as well as the implementation of initiatives to rev up healthcare delivery and equally ensure a healthy, livable and sustainable environment.


"In furtherance of this, the 110-Bed Maternal and Child Centre (MCC) in Eti-Osa was completed and commissioned, while work is nearing completion on two others in Badagry and Epe, with more to follow. Also, the State Government flagged off Free Medical Mission for 21,000 children and adults in partnership with Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu/Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (BOSKOH) Lagos Healthcare Mission International, as part of efforts to improve the health of residents, especially children”, she added.


The First Lady explained that over 21, 000 people were screened at seven centres over a period of six days in the ongoing programme, while a total of 1417 free surgeries were conducted for residents, including eye surgery for children and adults, pediatric surgery, dental surgery, orthopaedic surgery, and ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) surgery.


While commending the Benjamin Olowojebutu Foundation (BOF) for coming up with the initiative to partner with the State Government, she asserted that in view of available statistics which reveal that about 50 per cent of the Nigerian female population aged 15 to 44 live with Fibroids, any medical intervention to address it and other diseases was most commendable.



She, therefore, urged other well-meaning individuals and organisations to emulate such laudable gesture by supporting the present administration's efforts to improve the health indices of the State.

Also speaking, Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. (Mrs) Titilayo Goncalves said the free surgeries were in furtherance of the premium placed on healthcare by the government, especially in reaching out to vulnerable residents of the State at the grassroots including the elderly, the very young, and people living with disabilities.

"Our objective for Lagos, one of the largest Mega Cities in the world, is to institutionalise accessible, efficient and qualitative health care that is affordable to all our residents, irrespective of class or status and we are here again today to demonstrate our commitment to these values," she said.

Earlier, Executive Director of the Foundation, Dr Benjamin Olowojebutu said since the initiative commenced, a total of 1405 residents have been screened, while out of the 150 planned surgeries, 51 life-transforming surgeries have already been performed on five patients with Fibroids, 33 with Lipomas and 13 with Breast Lumps.

Nigerian pilgrim dies in Saudi Arabia

National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, has confirmed the death of a female Nigerian pilgrim in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

Head of the Medical Team of NAHCON, Ibrahim Kana, confirmed the development while speaking with journalists in Makkah, yesterday.



He said: “On the Makkah mortality, she was our patient; a known diabetic and we referred her to King Abdulaziz Hospital in Makkah before she died yesterday.

 “We have already captured her on our Electronic Health Medical Records System.” It was gathered that the dead pilgrim hailed from Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State.

The identity of the pilgrim is being withheld because the incident is yet to be communicated to her family, in line with NAHCON’s practice of awaiting formal directive on such incidents from the concerned state before telling relations of about such incidents

Vanguard

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Today's Headlines

 *AgegePulse Magazine... The mouthpiece of Agege/ Orile Agege
HEADLINES* Today Thursday 25th January 2018::

Lagos DNA Centre Sets To Tackle Homicide, Drug, Alcohol , Abuse.......Resolves 35 Cases In Three Months

Bolanle Ambode urges Nigerians to be prayerful

Lagos arrests cart pushers, residents for dumping waste on road medians, canals

2018 Budget Retreat: Agege Legislative Arm Leader, Anigbajumo Optimistics of a Better Agege

...Promises Swift Passage of 2018 Budget Upon Presentation By The Executive

Ambode inaugurates Governing Council of Citizens Mediation Centre

...Charges members to advance alternative dispute resolution mechanism

MFM FC defeats FC Ifeanyin Uba 2-1 in Agege, Lagos


*The Nation*

We are true coalition of Nigerians ' PDP

Police chief warns personnel against 'oppressing' members of the public

[Full Text]: FG replies Obasanjo, list achievements of Buhari

Buhari to Obasanjo: you're wrong on my scorecard

Two tankers burnt in oil depot

EFCC detains ex-SGF Lawal after eight-hour grilling

N20b UBEC 'fraud': EFCC seizes 5 houses from contractor

Row over Oyo workers' warning strike

Brighter days assured for Nigeria, says APC

Bill Gates to pay Nigeria's $76m polio debt

Nuturing health with apple cider vinegar

Some herbal guardians of health in 2017 (3)

WAPCO rewards students

Al-Hikmah varsity matriculates 690

Protesting poly students arraigned

The service commission we want, by teachers

UI to mentor new varsity for five years

Nigeria needs iron, steel, says FUTA don





*Punch*

Dreamers could earn citizenship in 10-12 years, says Trump

FG replies Obasanjo, says economy getting better

Senates embargo on Buhari appointees remains, says Saraki

Gani Adams is prayer warrior, says chief of staff

Atiku, Fayose meet in Ekiti, knock Buhari

EFCC detains ex-SGF, Babachir Lawal

FG okays $1m for free contraceptives

Minister shares Buharis campaign caps at FEC meeting

Reps seek ban on importation of fish

NHRC condemns Ezekwesili, others arrest by police

Federal character responsible for poor leadership Ibidapo-Obe

Lassa fever hits Imo, kills three, seven quarantined

No work no pay, Oyo tells striking workers

EFCC takes Justice Nganjiwas corruption case to SCourt

Suspected Fulani herdsmen kill six, torch houses in Plateau

Should government revive farm settlements

Ambode seeks improved dispute resolutions

Lagos awards contract for toxicology section



*Vanguard*

CHAN: Yusuf applauds Eagles' character

AJ petitions UN body over alleged rights violations

A-Ibom govt to construct 16 internal roads in Eket

Ogoni problem not oil but injustice 'MOSOP

Senate probes Brass LNG over alleged $784m fraud

Okorocha's claim to massive infrastructural development, a scam'Olehi

Plot to sack Saraki thickens

Niger Delta militants list key oil assets targeted for destruction

To raise education standard, govts must monitor teachers, students'Don

NDE trains youths in cosmetology, GSM phone repairs, others

Obasanjo's letter: More reactions as 2019 campaign materials surface at FEC

NDE trains 2000 youths in Ebonyi

We've not ended continuous voter registration ' INEC

Obasanjo letter: Buhari will not listen to voice of reason ' Tanko Yakasai

Setting Financial Goals for 2018

Entrepreneurship fund: BoIopens portal for corps members

Stanbic IBTC target youths to deepen entrepreneurial skill

How to come up with business ideas



*Guardian*

Nyiam offers path to Nigeria's security challenges

Tension, delay trail Edo APC council primaries

EFCC arrests own personnel over theft of case file

Lassa fever kills three in Imo, Enugu NMA seeks enlightenment in South East

Quality control, a major setback in construction sector

Crisis mars Edo council primary as DSS whisks away aspirant

FUOYE gets government nod to commence postgraduate programme

Osun imports N200m worth medical facilities

NOC moves to avert visa hitches for Team Nigeria

Akwa United's coach pleased with club's second win at home





*Tribune*

BREAKING: EFCC detains ex-SGF Babachir Lawal

Grandmother who chained 12-yr-old grandson for 2-month arrested in Ogun

Atiku visits Ekiti, consults with Fayose on 2019

FG replies Obasanjo, says ex-president ignorant of Buhari's effort

FG replies Obasanjo: Thank you for your positive comments

Obasanjo letter to Buhari, belated, self-serving 'Fayose

Tinubu, Akande not aware of Obasanjo's statement before meeting Buhari 'Aide

Obasanjo, the letter writer

What do your eyes say about you

Why you must avoid sitting crossing legs

FG may terminate Webb Fontaine contract agreement

Herdsmen and arms

We'll make PCU a world class university 'Wale Oke

From the rising to the shining of the sun: A glimpse into what makes Ondo great

Why God should not be taken for granted in 2018

Cattlecracy

The handshake across the Niger

ISIL claims attack on 'Save the Children' in Jalalabad

Total's $16bn Egina FPSO berths in Nigeria

Customs expresses commitment to remove impediments to businesses

ICRC promises to resolve issues about MMA2 concession

Emirates to acquire additional A380s

British Airways partners world biggest business festival



*Daily Times*

Oyo declares workers strike illegal

Southern, middle belt forum calls for 21-day beef boycott over Herdsmen killings

Nigerian Air Force appoints New AOCs, redeploys other senior officers

We lost 85 personnel to high blood pressure, heart attack in 2017- INEC boss

Central bank of Nigeria hints of possible rate cut in H2 2018 on easing inflation

Zimbabwe president promises elections by July, says Mugabe not immune from prosecution

Breaking: Tanker explosion causes panic in Lagos

Nigerias Buhari, Equatorial Guinea President meet in Aso Rock

Senator Shehu Sani urges President George Weah not take advice from Nigeria

Nigeria set to vaccinate 25 million people, its biggest yellow fever campaign ever

Daily Times sues Sen Obiora, IGP, DIG Dagala over unlawful detention of 5 workers

Terrorism: Court sentences Berende, Adewumi to 40 years imprisonment

Shittu shares Buhari/Osinbajo 2019 campaign cap at FEC

FG replies Obasanjo, says hes too busy to notice APCs achievements

73 days after, Nigerias research institutes still grounded by strike

Village Head Remanded in Prison Custody For Land Scam

Atiku visits Ekiti (PHOTOS)

PDP national chairman, others pay condolence visit to Ekwuemes family in Enugu

China -Nigeria bilateral trade stood at $12.3bn in 2017

U.S Trump to meet with world leaders, business CEOs at Davos forum

The Only Exercise I Do Is Sex Don Jazzy

Simi now Opera brand ambassador

Photos: See London-based Millionaire who matches the colour of his Rolls Royce to his Turban everyday



*The Sun*

Benue 2019: Tiv, Idoma in another hide and seek

NPFL: Akwa wins away

Russia gives April 1 guarantee for World Cup infrastructure

Australian Open: Federer beats Berdych to reach semi-finals

Ikpeazu releases funds for Enyimba Stadium completion

NOGIG 2018: NNPC crashes out, Chevron, Shell qualify for semi final

Disgraced US Olympics doctor jailed for 175 years

NNPC nets$3.73bn fromoffshore crude sales

GDP growth to accelerate to 2.1% in 2018 ' Afrinvest

Enugu electricity station to gulp N200m

NSCDC impounds 8 trucks diverting petrol to Benin Republic

Oando: Sanusi, Mangal can't stop forensic audit 'Shareholders

PZ-Coolworld rewards customers, promises quality products

Customs seizes 2,200 jerrycans of petrol at border

Airline owners reject Nigeria's participation in open sky deal

Cassava innovation is substandard ' PBAN

FG may terminate Port Harcourt Airport remodelling contract 'Sirika

FG fires back at Obasanjo







*Premium Times*

Atiku visits Ekiti, speaks on Obasanjo's statement

EFCC arrests former SGF, Babachir Lawal

Six universities adopt African agricultural fund initiative, SAFE ' NUC

Nigeria Football League: Plateau Utd return to top spot

Why Voter registration will be suspended 60 days before 2019 polls ' INEC

Herdsmen attacking us are foreigners ' Plateau traditional rulers

Female talking drummer, Ayanbinrin, drops new singles

Three killed, village razed in Plateau over mud blocks

Ozekhome, another lawyer clash over who represents Patience Jonathan's firms

Obasanjo Vs. Buhari: APC replies former President

Lassa Fever: Stop drinking garri, Okorocha warns as death toll rises

BREAKING: Obasanjo Vs. Buhari: APC replies former President

Lassa fever: Nigeria records 16 deaths in less than one month

Oil depot gutted by fire in Lagos

Nigeria is in a 'coma'' Wike

IPOB speaks on Obasanjo's letter to Buhari

Oyo govt. threatens workers over strike

Buhari govt replies Obasanjo; speaks on ex-President's rebuke

Despite facing corruption trial, APC women woo PDP's Ngozi Olejeme to join party

BREAKING: Buhari govt replies Obasanjo; speaks on ex-President's rebuke

4,062 persons benefit from free eye care programme in Sokoto

Headline News

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* *Headlines Today*[Sun-17-Dec-2017]*

The home- based Super Eagles beat MFM FC 3-2 to emerge winners of the NPFL invitational tournament

RenewElephant Cup: Sarafina FC to play Unique FC in Final

Super Eagles Stars, Sylvester Igbohun Sly , Gbolahan Salami, Haruna Lukman hail organisers of RenewElephant Cup, described as World Class.

The Executive Chairman of Agege LGA, Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi loses step mother, Madam Musilimat Egunjobi.

OneLagosFiesta: Olamide, Small Doctor, Pasuma, Davido, KSA, Ayuba, Salawa Abeni, Osupa, Others To entertain guests from Dec. 24

*Punch Newspaper*

Shelve your strike, FG begs PENGASSAN

Destitute persons fted by church foundation in honour of Christmas

Man cuts off cousins manhood over missing N3,500

[PHOTOS] Local divers kill giant snake in Lagos

My stay in kidnappers den like dying and resurrecting Musician

Saudi crown prince buys worlds most expensive home

Order monthly inspection of police stations, Falana tells Lagos CJ

Fuel scarcity meant to prepare Nigerians for N185 pump price, Fayose alleges

[BREAKING] Electricity agency spends N738m to clear goods abandoned for 10 years

Lukaku, Lingard strike as United beat West Brom

[BREAKING] David Mark denies receiving, distributing N2bn campaign fund

Security guard allegedly shoots dead bread seller

UN-backed governments mandate expired, says Libya strongman

Bitcoin is not money, not universally accepted, financial expert warns

Double registration: Its not yet time to respond, Gov Bello says

Governor, wife separate, to divorce after 27 years of marriage

Adopt kids orphaned by Boko Haram, women told

Billionaire, wife found dead in suspicious circumstances

*Vanguard Newspaper*
Why are Muslims who adorn hijab 'molested' ', Sultan asks

Culture Art Academy marks annual art fair with exhibition

Reactions trail Law graduate denied call to bar over hijab

Atiku calls for enabling environment for job creation

President Buhari deserves our prayers ' Obigwe

Don't call me gay', says Italy designer Stefano Gabbana

Fashola mourns Kenya scholar, Calestous Juma

First Bank expresses support for SMEs to boost employment

FG to make Calabar carnival a foreign exchange earner ' Lai Mohammed

REA justifies varsities' power programme

Continue your support for Obiano's administration, Bianca urges Anambrarians

Five LASTMA officials arrested for extortion, 20 dismissed

Star Wars: The Last Jedi' second-highest opening ever in N. America

Falcons end 2017 as Africa's best women team

Akeem Olajuwon: NBA's most underrated legend

FG causing fuel scarcity to justify planned pump price increment to N185 ' Fayose

Buhari a man of God ' Okorocha

Saudi crown prince 'buyer of $300 mn French chateau

*The Nation Newspaper*
Kano to spend over N80m on Health Week

Shelve planned strike action, Ngige pleads with PENGASSAN

Boko Haram: NEC's $1b approval in order, says Defence Minister

DPR warms against panic buying, stockpiling of fuel

Obaseki congratulates Buhari at 75

FULL-TIME: West Brom 1, Man Utd 2-'HARD SLOG FOR UNITED

Buhari's wife to Northern women: go back to school

Police promises top-class security at Olamide Concert

Jonathan prays for Buhari at 75

Terrorism: Avoid secrecy of Jonathan's government, SERAP tells Buhari

Ekiti restates commitment to non-interference in LG elections

Xmas: Calabar village bubbles over activities

DPR suspends six petroleum marketers in A' Ibom

Healthcare: Regina Williams wants Govt. to invest in nurses

Police arrest three suspected cult members, recover arms in Cross River

90% of Nigerian nurses lack basic life support skills

Navy recover 1330 jerry cans of petrol from oil thieves

Buhari at 75: Why God kept him alive

*Thisday Newspaper*
Police Arrest Security Guard for Allegedly Killing Bread Seller

Traditional Council Raises the Alarm over Brewing Apoi/Bini Crisis

Wike Demands Funds to Tackle Environmental Degradation, Security in Niger Delta

Security Officials Doubt Alleged Burgle of Taxiing Aircraft

Police Arrest Security Guard for Allegedly Killing Bread Seller

Traditional Council Raises the Alarm over Brewing Apoi/Bini Crisis

Wike Demands Funds to Tackle Environmental Degradation, Security in Niger Delta

Security Officials Doubt Alleged Burgle of Taxiing Aircraft

FG Releases Balance of Paris Club Refund to 27 States

Leaders, APC Hail Buhari at 75

220 Boko Haram Terrorists Captured, Says Nigerian Army

N10bn Universities Solar Project Aimed at Developing Education Sector, Power Ministry Tells Senate C'tee

Ethiopian Airlines Fly with All-female Crew from Addis to Lagos

2m Nigerians Benefit as DfID Winds Down Country Programme

Hisense Acquires Toshiba TV for $115m

Power Generation Hits Highest Levels this Month

Buhari Challenges W'African Leaders to Boost Economies to Avert Migration

Osinbajo Celebrates Media Contribution to Nigeria's Growth

Headline News

* AgegePulse magazine... The mouthpiece of Agege/Orile Agege
*Headlines Today*[Mon-11-Dec-2017]*


Dignitaries Agog at the House Warming Ceremony of Veteran Fuji star, Alhaji Sulaiman Alao Malaika

RenewElephant Cup: Unique FC, Naswdeen FC join Sarafina FC and Basic FC in S/Finals

Infrastructure: Agege LG Begins Construction of Emergency Ambulance Point in Agege
... Says to complement efforts of the LASEMA.

Nigeria must create 4 million jobs annually to ensure growth - Ambode
…Asks CBN to reduce lending rate on N200bn MSME fund

Investors, private sector back Ambode’s tourism initiatives
…As sponsors queue up for One Lagos Fiesta

Horror: Lagos monarch crushes wife to death with his Jeep

*Punch Newspaper*
Secondus victory: PDP punished SWest for role in 2015, says APC

Buhari doesnt understand how to run government Agbakoba

Coalition holds #EndSARS rallies nationwide today

Buhari visits farm, hosts northern senators in Daura

Governorship: Imo assembly denies endorsing Okorochas son-in-law

Buhari travels to Paris for One Planet Summit

SERAP wants recovered loot under Obasanjo audited

Slavery: Nigerian victims cant sue Libya, says Falana

Libya: Olanipekun blames Nigerians sale on poor leadership

Army has suffered tragic human loss to Boko Haram Buratai

Sokoto targets 1m children in anti-measles campaign

EKSU lecturers threaten strike over unpaid salaries

ACourt refuses to unfreeze Enugus ex-CJs N50m account

Four million jobs needed annually for growth Ambode

Bauchi buries Katagum monarch, Buhari, Tambuwal mourn

Alleged contempt: Seplat chairman asks ACourt to void bench warrant

Christmas: Ambode to host residents in 20 centres

Police arrest 28 suspected robbers terrorising Abuja-Kaduna highway


*Vanguard Newspaper*
PDP chairmanship: How South-West lost out; GEJ, others react

Bankers C'ttee to create 100,000 jobs by Q1 2018

PDP crisis: Kashamu welcome to our party ' LABOUR PARTY

I've fulfilled essence of devt in governance '' Aregbesola

FG powerless against economic terrorism' ' Dele Sobowale

Bizman pleads with court over bench warrant

Edo govt planning to destroy shrine, deploy soldiers 'Ijaw elders

Aare Ona Kakanfo, a testimony to Adams' commitment to Yoruba nationalism ' Ondo govt

Ex-NBA President blames slavery in Libya on leadership failure

Delta surveyors move against quackery

PPA wants court to declare Ebonyi Assembly member's seat vacant

Okorocha scores FG low, says 89% of Nigerians unhappy

Restructuring: S-East not pacified ' Groups

NAFRC trains 403 retiring soldiers

30 million cancer patients prone to death by 2030

Emergence of Secondus'll ensure stronger, greater PDP ' Obuah

Herdsmen/farmers' clashes: Ortom tasks FG on ranching

Buhari not capable of being dishonest ' Oyegun


*The Nation Newspaper*
Festering terror attacks

2019: Atiku's plan shaky as governors seize PDP

Neconde: SAN faults seven-day ultimatum

The Nation's Yusuf is Reporter of the Year

EFCC freezes N905m in suspected slush account

Osinbajo, minister, others to Nigerians: change your corruption perception

Okorocha: 89 per cent of Nigerians unhappy

Why Nigerian victims of slavery cannot sue Libya, by Falana

Oyo to generate 2,000MW through IPP

Edo farmers, investors to get N500m credit

Lagos govt restates support for investors

Ayade's N1.3trn budget

Flour Mills to raise N39.9b new capital from shareholders

Return of fuel queues

Corruption allegation rocks pension union

Sterling Bank honours Adesanya for meritorious service

Sugar Council eyes 1.58mt

Stock Exchange expels 90 stockbrokers from capital market

Zoto announces N1 sale on new app

Operator lists gains of digital currency

Don cautions against antibiotics misuse in animals

Forex restriction on 41 items good for economy, says CBN

Group plans ConMin West Africa

Of Maina, mess and mesmerism

Buhari's prison experience


*Thisday Newspaper*
Nigerian Victims of Slavery Cannot Sue Libya, Says Falana

Infrastructure Hindering Foreign Investment, Says NEPZA

Three Villagers Reportedly Killed, 10 Others Abducted in Niger Villages

Military Clampdown on Biafra Agitation, Not End to Restructuring Clamour, Igbo Elders Tell FG

SERAP to Buhari: Extend Audit Panel on Recovered Loot to Obasanjo, Yar'Adua, Jonathan's Govts

Kidnapped Plateau PDP Chairman, Sango Regains Freedom

Group Seeks to Create One Million Jobs, Grow GDP to $4tn within Eight Years

Senate to Hold Public Hearing on Job Creation

APGA Confident of Good Showing in 2019

Ekweremadu: No Honeymoon for New PDP Leadership

Okowa, Ogeah to Be Honoured by Delta NUJ

Traditional Institution Has Lost a Role Model, Says Buhari at Emirs...

IYC, Ijaw Nation Allege Plan by Edo Govt to Unleash Soldiers...

Group Proposes Urgent Political Summit for Nigeria

Court Orders Arrest of Ex-Osun Deputy Governor

Okorocha: 89% of Nigerians Not Happy, Urges Nigeria Air force to...

Family Reveals How Slain Anambra APGA Scribe Was Tortured to Death

A New Dawn for PDP

NCAA: Bad Weather to Disrupt Flights

Banks Urged to Enhance Private Sector Credit

Burruchaga Reveals Argentinas Russia 2018 Ambition

Man City Beats United to Go 11 Points Clear