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Expert Debunks Myth: Breast Milk Not Effective in Treating Jaundice

17May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Expert Debunks Myth: Breast Milk Not Effective in Treating Jaundice

In a recent interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Osogbo, Consultant Paediatrician Dr. Funmi Adesokan refuted the notion that applying breast milk to the eyes of jaundiced babies can cure the condition. Dr. Adesokan clarified that jaundice results from the excessive breakdown of red blood cells, leading to the production of bilirubin, a yellow pigment found in the liver. She explained that jaundice manifests as a yellowish tint in the eyes, skin, and mucus membranes and emphasized that applying breast milk to the eyes does not impact this process and is ineffective in treating jaundice. Dr. Adesokan also debunked the belief that herbal remedies like pawpaw water can cure jaundice, stating that there is no scientific evidence to support this claim. Regarding treatment, she h...

Support for OAU after Amphitheatre collapse: Governor Adeleke’s plea

17May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Support for OAU after Amphitheatre collapse: Governor Adeleke’s plea

Expressing deep distress over the collapse of the roof at the Obafemi Awolowo University Amphitheatre in Ile-Ife, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State conveyed his feelings through a statement shared by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, and obtained by NewsNow in Osogbo on Friday. The governor prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured students and revealed that he had instructed the Commissioner for Education to collaborate with the university authorities to provide necessary assistance to mitigate the impact on those affected. Describing the incident as unfortunate and causing injuries to some students, the statement assured support from the state government to the school management and affected students. In his directive, he emphasized the need for solidarity from the peopl...

Osun REC, Agboke emphasizes the importance of proper election process for all Nigerians

17May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Osun REC, Agboke emphasizes the importance of proper election process for all Nigerians

Dr. Mutiu Agboke, the Resident Electoral Commissioner for Osun State, INEC, reiterated that it is the responsibility of every citizen in Nigeria to ensure the election process is conducted correctly. During a visit to Prof. Simeon Bamire, the Vice Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Agboke expressed the need for more collaboration with the university and praised the lecturers for their role in the past elections. He pointed out that the academic staff of OAU had served as adhoc staff for INEC during the 2022 gubernatorial election and the 2023 general elections. Agboke stressed the importance of innovative thinking to improve the election process, calling for increased cooperation between INEC and the university’s academic staff. He stated, “We appreciate the me...

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Abioye, OSSIEC Chairman: Emphasizes the Importance of Holding a Credible LG Poll in Osun State

In Osogbo, the Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, OSIEC, Barrister Hashim Abioye, has reaffirmed the commission's dedication to organizing reputable local government elections in the state. Addressing allegations of manipulation by the Interest Party Advisory Council, Osun IPAC, led by Pastor Victor Akande, Barrister Abioye denied the claims. In a statement conveyed by his secretary, Omoyemi Badru, Abioye underscored his commitment as outlined in the election notice issued by the Commission back in February 2024. The OSSIEC Chairman, Abioye, had been accused by IPAC of steering activities related to the forthcoming local government polls scheduled for February 2025. Dismissing the accusations of manipulation as unfounded, Abioye maintained that the elec...

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Ruling prevents Osun legislator from defending clients in court

Mr Kanmi Ajibola's request to continue representing clients in court despite being a member of the Osun House of Assembly has been dismissed by a Federal High Court in Osogbo presided over by Justice Nathaniel Ayo-Emmanuel. In the lawsuit numbered FHC/OS/CS/42/2023, Ajibola, who now holds a position in the legislative body, sought permission to offer pro bono legal services to clients while serving as a public official. Justice Ayo-Emmanuel, in his ruling, stated that public servants are prohibited by the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria from engaging in activities or businesses for personal gain. The judge emphasized that despite Ajibola's intention to provide free legal aid to underprivileged individuals in criminal cases, it was impermissible for him to practice law outside his duties a...

Obafemi Awolowo University management urges calm following incident of Amphitheatre ceiling collapse and student injuries

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Obafemi Awolowo University management urges calm following incident of Amphitheatre ceiling collapse and student injuries

A call for calm has been issued by the management of Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU, Ile-Ife, Osun State, in response to an accident that took place on campus on Thursday. The university’s spokesperson, Abiodun Olanrewaju, released a statement addressing the incident, which has been made available to NewsNow. Reports indicate that due to heavy rainfall on Thursday morning, the ceiling of the Amphitheatre at the institution collapsed, resulting in injuries to a number of students. The statement revealed that the Vice Chancellor, Prof Adebayo Simeon Bamire, along with other key officials, visited the university’s medical and health center where the injured students were promptly taken for medical care. While urging for calm, Bamire reassured that the injured students received necessary...

17 monarchs appointed and elevated by Osun government

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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17 monarchs appointed and elevated by Osun government

Prince Oyeleye Saheed Akorede has been appointed as the next Gbelepawo of Gbelepawo in Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State. In addition, Prince Oyedele Isiaka Olasunkanmi has been approved as the next Alajagba of Ajagba. The state Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, announced that the appointments of the monarchs were given the green light by the Osun State Government after observing the necessary administrative processes and relevant laws. Chief Omolola Ibitoye Afilaka has also been endorsed as the Alatorin of Atorin in Atakunmosa East Local Government Area. Furthermore, the Osun State Executive Council approved the elevation of several others such as the Alade of Atokejoye in Ayedire Local Government, Aleki of Ileki-Ijesha in Atakunmosa West...

States and FCT to Take Part in Selecting Airlines and Feeding Pilgrims: Senate

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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States and FCT to Take Part in Selecting Airlines and Feeding Pilgrims: Senate

An amendment bill on the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Act passed for the second time in the Senate on Wednesday. The bill aims to involve states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in selecting airlines for Hajj operations. Additionally, it seeks the participation of State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards in feeding pilgrims in Madina and Masha’ir under NAHCON's oversight. The bill's sponsor, Senator Abbas Aminu Iya (PDP, Adamawa Central), highlighted that NAHCON was established in 2006 to regulate Muslim pilgrims. He raised concerns about the current practice where states' Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Boards manage accommodation and food for their pilgrims in Mecca, while NAHCON handles these aspects for all pilgrims in Madina and Masha’ir, causing inconvenience and hin...

NDLEA in Osun arrests major distributor of crack cocaine, along with another suspect

15May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

NDLEA in Osun arrests major distributor of crack cocaine, along with another suspect

Two individuals, a 40-year-old named Kareem Alamu and his accomplice Adeyemi Saheed, aged 33, have been apprehended by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Osun State. According to a statement from the Osun NDLEA Commander, Nnamdi W. Chidi, the duo was arrested for being in possession of substances believed to be narcotics. On Wednesday, a spokesperson named Charles Odigie released a statement indicating that the anti-narcotic agency detained the two individuals separately on Monday, May 13, 2024. The statement detailed an incident on the same Monday where a team of operatives, led by SN Falore Ayoola, intercepted a commercial ash-colored Toyota Avensis Wagon car with registration number SMK 131 CX during a motorized patrol along Ode-Omu/Osogbo Road. They discovered a c...

15May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Presidential Committee to Roll Out Nationwide Deployment of CNG Starting May 29

An official announcement has been made by the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) regarding the commencement of a nationwide deployment commencing on May 29. This follows a mandate from President Bola Tinubu for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to initiate the procurement of vehicles powered by compressed natural gas. In a statement released by Michael Oluwagbemi, who serves as the Programme Director and Chief Executive of the Initiative, it was disclosed that President Tinubu will virtually commission critical gas supply projects at NNPCL between May 15 and 22 in Abuja. “In adherence to our commitment to promoting sustainable energy solutions and reducing carbon footprints, PCNGI is embarking on an extensive pre-launch schedule with the objective of ...