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TV host and media entrepreneur, Chude Jideonwo, has urged Nigerians to prioritise their mental health. Jideonwo, in an Instagram post, said this while recalling his challenges, as he took a seat as a guest on a special edition of his show, #WithChude, in commemoration of his 25 years in media. Nigerian actress and film producer, Omoni Oboli, took over as host. ”From age 15, my life had been moving up—I had never faced failure like this. Then suddenly, I realised I could fall, and fall hard. My mind wouldn’t stop thinking about the worst-case scenarios. “I was afraid of what I might do to myself, so, I moved into Debola’s house (my co-founder). I just needed to be around people. “One day, my assistant came knocking at my door. When I didn’t answer, he had to push the door open because I had locked myself inside, shut all the windows, and just felt like I couldn’t deal with life anymore.   “He panicked. I panicked. That moment scared me. I didn’t know what I was capable of anymore. T...

  Constitution  A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Prof. Oladayo Amokaye, has advocated amendment of the 1999 Constitution to clearly define the status of local governments within the Nigerian federal system. Amokaye, who is a Professor of Private and Property Law, University of Lagos, made the call at the 20th Annual Adekunle Kukoyi Memorial Lecture, on Wednesday in Ikeja. The lecture had the topic: “Usurpation of Powers and Functions: A Case Study of Local Government Administration and Autonomy”. Amokaye said that the definition was crucial, adding that local governments only existed in principles. He said that constitutional amendment would help in removing ambiguities regarding local government creation, funding and responsibilities. This, he said, would establish a strong and effective third tier of government that would effectively serve the needs of Nigerians. The SAN recommended that the amendment should align constitutional provisions with the recent Supreme Court ru...

  The Benue State University Teaching Hospital, Makurdi has formally expressed appreciation to a philanthropist, Dr (Mrs) Magdalene Agada for donating medical and surgical equipment, Fiberoptic Macintosh Laryngoscopes, worth millions of naira to it. Fiberoptic Macintosh Laryngoscopes are medical devices used for tracheal intubation, which involves inserting a tube into a patient's airway to establish a secure airway for ventilation. These laryngoscopes combine the traditional Macintosh blade design with fiberoptic technology, allowing for better visualization of the airway. They are used in various medical settings, including operating rooms for tracheal intubation during surgery; emergency departments for rapid sequence intubation in emergency situations, and intensive care units for airway management in critically ill patients. The fiberoptic component provides a clear view of the airway, helping healthcare professionals to visualize the vocal cords and glottic opening, navigate...

Lagos Basketball: Island Wolves down 9-2-5ERS 40-35         Basketball   By Kazeem Akande   Lagos, Jan. 12, 2025 (NAN) The Island Wolves, on Sunday, defeated 9-2-5ERS, 40 – 35, in the 2025 maiden edition of a Basketball tournament held in Lagos Island.     The game, held at the Campos Mini Stadium, witnessed a large turn out of basketball enthusiasts who were thrilled by the performances of both sides.     The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Island Wolves is a Lagos island-based basketball academy while 9-2-5ERS is from Victoria Island.     After the game, Daniela Odike, Captain of 9-2-5ERS, thanked the organisers of the game for giving them the opportunity and platform to showcase their talents in basketball.     Odike said that, though her team tried to win the match, but they lost to a better side.     “We are going to prepare better next time. In fact, we have seen our mistakes and faults but ...

  Inauguration By Aderonke Ojediran  Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment towards the delivery of quality infrastructure to improve lives of residents. The governor gave the reassurance at the inauguration of five strategic networks of roads at Ikeja Government Residential Area. The road networks include Oba Dosunmu Street, Oduduwa Way, Oduduwa Crescent, Sobo Arobiodu and Sasegbon Street, all measuring 6.13 kilometers. Sanwo-Olu said that the networks of roads would bring about socio-economic growth and development, promising that no area would be left behind in the state government’s urban regeneration bid. “As a responsive government, we remain committed to reducing travel time which automatically translates into socio-economic development. “Dr Muiz Banire wrote me a 17-page speech, I read through, there were accolades and critical things we still need to look into. “This is a testament to the fact that as leaders ...