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S3x is central to the survival of every marriage. Once s3x is not available or inadequate in marriage, the relationship becomes endangered. Today, the infidelity of married couples has reached such an alarming stage that no effort should be spared to handle everything responsible for the s3x deficit. This is why I am writing about how married couples can handle themselves sexually for maximum satisfaction.

S3xual fulfilment requires a couple to master how to handle each other’s bodies. Without this, s3x will be a duty-bound exercise, rather than a lovemaking adventure. There is a way you can handle your spouse that will make room for s3xual fulfilment. This varies between husband and wife.

Let’s consider the ways a wife should be sexually handled.

How to s3xually handle a wife

*Emotionally. Give her peace of mind since her first s3x organ is her mind. How this plays out is to ensure that conflict is minimised in your relationship. Also, conflict resolution must be given topmost priority. Don’t expect great s3x when your wife is upset with you. She will never be in her best s3xual mood when she is not happy with you.

*Foreplay. This is the foundation for s3xual engagement. It’s due to the difference between a male and a female with respect to s3xual response. A man’s response is quick and immediate, while that of a female is slow and non-spontaneous. So, there is a need to put the wife in the mood for s3x well ahead of the time for the act. This must be well understood by couples, and building their s3x act around it gives mutual fulfilment to the partners.

*S3x Channels. There are spots on the body that make a man or woman turn jelly for s3x. It may be the inner thighs, buttocks, earlobe, breasts, male and female s3x organs, etc. Anyone who enjoys regular s3x must master such spots on the body of his or her spouse, especially the wife. That’s why wives are often called pretenders when it comes to the matter of s3x. Once you press her turn-on button, she will cringe for you in bed, making you wonder where ‘I’m tired’ had disappeared to. You must communicate how you want to be touched for maximum sexual experience. This gets the job done easily. A wife who will put up a great performance in bed must be touched where it turns her on the most.

*S3x styles or positions. S3x has gone beyond the traditional approach of ‘husband on top’ for s3x. This is the most common type of position couples use for s3x. However, more positions produce maximum pleasure in bed. Couples must thus have conversations around the styles that best suit them for mutual s3xual satisfaction. For a wife, there is a s3x position that gives her an orgasm. Therefore, the husband must know it and exploit it to their best advantage in the s3x act.

*Locations for s3xual engagement. Traditionally, the sleeping object of mats or beds used to be the only acceptable place for s3x. However, experience has taught us that s3x can be great fun and excitement if it takes place in other places, like on a chair or couch, table top, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, etc. As long as it’s comfortable and safe, without compromising privacy, s3x is okay in any place you mutually agree on. When a wife is placed at the location where she enjoys sex the most, she will give her best in the act.

For the husband

*Giving him direction in the act, such as spots to touch, enhances his performance in bed. So, a wife should actively engage him on this.

*Being active in bed helps a husband to enjoy s3x more, and to also go all out to help his wife enjoy s3x. A wife should not be a log of wood in bed with her husband. Rather, she must be an active participant. She shouldn’t put up the attitude of ‘Do whatever you want to do quickly, and leave me alone.’ But, she should follow along with her husband in the act.

*Both husband and wife must know their s3x turn-offs to give sexual fulfilment to each other. Dirty appearance, dirty inner wear, unkempt hairstyles, bad odour, etc., can be bad for s3xual engagement. You should try to look nice, smell nice, and be clean. Stop carrying dirty inners around, and learn to understand that armpit and vagina hairs need to be shaved or trimmed. It’s so annoying that some of us smell badly inside there, which comes as a distraction for s3x.

These are some of the ways that married couples can handle themselves s3xually to have s3xual fulfilment.

When the ageing process sets in, couples must learn the rudiments of s3xual enjoyment in that phase of their lives, without allowing frustration to set in.

For a wife, you have to bear with him when the erection is not rock-solid. Instead of getting frustrated, you have to learn the art of kick-starting the ‘engine’ using your fingers. And when it doesn’t work, make do with the fingering and work towards getting better results next time.

For the husband, note that the dryness of the vagina makes s3x a difficult and painful experience for your wife. So, bear with her when she dodges at times. Then, encourage her with water-based jelly to make penetration easier for you and less painful for her.

Cooperation is the key to a mutual sexual fulfilment in marriage, and this must not be compromised.

You can avail yourself of copies of my books, ‘Enjoying Great S3x Life’ and ‘How To Help Your Wife Enjoy S3x’. Please contact 08112658560 for details. SMS only.

Assorted fried rice is a Nigerian dish that originated from the country’s diverse culinary influences. It is believed to have evolved from traditional fried rice recipes and incorporating local ingredients and flavours.

The dish gained popularity in Nigeria’s urban centers, particularly in Lagos, where diverse culinary traditions exist. Assorted fried rice reflects the country’s love for variety, abundance, and flavoured food.

Ingredients:

Long grain rice (parboiled)

Assorted proteins (prawns, fish, liver, chicken, beef, smoked fish)

Vegetables (onions, carrots, green beans, peas, bell peppers)

Curry

Thyme

Garlic

Onion

Ginger

Seasoning cubes

Salt

Stock (chicken or fish)

Oil

Spring onions and parsley and ground crayfish (optional)

Preparation

Season chicken, beef, and liver with a mix of curry, thyme, garlic, onion, ginger, and seasoning cubes.

Cook lightly.

Saute prawns for a moment and fry fish just enough to hold its shape.

Wash and cook long grain parboiled rice in seasoned chicken or fish stock until 70-80 percent done.

Fry onions, garlic, and ginger in hot oil until fragrant.

Add diced carrots and green beans, followed by peas and bell peppers.

Stir-fry the rice with vegetables, then add pre-cooked meats and seafood. (Optional)

Add stock if needed, cover briefly, and sprinkle with chopped spring onions and parsley. (Optional)

A university don and energy governance scholar, Prof. Josiah Danladi, has commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as a ‘bold and transformative recalibration’ of Nigeria’s oil and gas upstream sector.

Speaking at the Citizens Connect Conference in Lagos, Prof. Danladi said the President’s leadership has revived public confidence in the sector through reforms anchored on transparency, accountability, and data-driven governance.

‘For decades, the oil and gas sector symbolised both our promise and our pain. We have heard stories of corruption, inefficiency, and missed opportunities. Yet today, there is a new story unfolding – a story of reform, renewal, and restoration,’ he said.

‘Under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, and through the diligent leadership of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) led by Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, the sector has been reborn on the firm foundation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). What Nigerians are witnessing today is not luck; it is leadership – structured, deliberate, and data-driven.’

Prof. Danladi noted that the reforms are beginning to yield tangible results across the value chain.

According to him, ‘in just two years, NUPRC has demonstrated what happens when political will meets professional excellence. The Commission has generated over ?12.25 trillion in revenue for the federation within this short span – an unprecedented achievement reflecting the efficiency of new monitoring systems and enforcement mechanisms.’

The university don highlighted the far-reaching impact of fuel subsidy removal, which he said has freed up resources now being channelled into developmental priorities.

‘The policy has led to 200 per cent increase in allocations to states and local governments, road projects, hospital projects, power sector development, student loan scheme and increment in NYSC allowances,’ he said.

Expanding on the broader economic benefits, Prof. Danladi added that Nigeria is witnessing a gradual transition from being a net importer to a potential net exporter of refined petroleum products.

‘Dormant oil blocks are returning to productivity, production reporting is now electronic, and field development plans are strictly monitored for compliance. The era of discretionary approvals and rent-seeking is fading away, replaced by process, predictability, and performance,’ he said.

‘Equally important is the focus on gas-the transition fuel for Nigeria’s economic future. Under the Gas Flare Commercialisation Programme, investors are now turning environmental liability into economic opportunity. We are reducing waste, protecting our planet, and creating jobs.

‘These are not abstract policy shifts. They are the building blocks of a more transparent and sustainable energy future-and they are happening under President Tinubu’s watch.’

According to Prof. Danladi, reforms in the oil and gas industry are only meaningful if they translate into better living conditions for citizens.

He said the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) has reshaped not only the governance framework but also the relationship between government, corporations, and host communities.

‘The Petroleum Industry Act did not only restructure institutions; it redefined relationships-between government, industry, and the communities that bear the weight of extraction. Under Komolafe’s leadership, the Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs) have become the bridge between promise and delivery,’ he said.

‘More than ?358 billion has so far been remitted to these trusts, funding over 500 community projects in education, healthcare, road construction, and youth empowerment across oil-producing regions. For the first time, host communities are not treated as afterthoughts-they are partners. The principle is simple: those who live with the consequences of resource extraction must share in its benefits.

‘This is what President Tinubu envisioned when he speaks about Renewed Hope. Hope that is not poetic but practical; hope that builds hospitals, powers schools, and brings opportunity to communities long forgotten.’

Prof. Danladi said the renewed emphasis on transparency and accountability has restored investor confidence in Nigeria’s oil sector.

‘Transparency has also become a defining feature of the new order. NUPRC’s electronic reporting platforms allow real-time production tracking and cargo declaration-cutting out leakages that once drained our national purse. The days of guessing how much crude Nigeria produces are gone. The data now speaks for itself,’ he said.

‘The Commission has also introduced robust systems for measuring flare gas, tracking royalty payments, and enforcing environmental standards. This is governance at work-silent, methodical, transformative.

‘International rating agencies and investors now describe Nigeria’s oil regulatory framework as more predictable and investor-friendly than at any time in the past decade. The reforms have positioned our country as an emerging energy investment hub on the continent.’

Prof. Danladi stressed that the gains of the past two years must be protected through continuity and focus.

‘These achievements did not emerge in a vacuum. They are the product of a reform-minded administration that prioritised competence over complacency. But every reform is a journey, not an event-and journeys can be interrupted,’ he stressed.

‘The truth is that what we have gained in the last two years can easily be lost if the focus shifts from reform to rhetoric. Nigeria cannot afford to go backwards. We must protect this momentum by ensuring that the same political will that birthed these achievements is renewed in 2027.’

He said Nigerians are increasingly satisfied with the performance of the NUPRC, describing it as one of the most effective and forward-looking regulatory institutions under the Tinubu administration.

An Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has fixed Tuesday for ruling on applications filed by the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc and other defendants in the suit instituted by the Attorney General of Osun State and one other person as claimants.

The applications before the court include one filed by UBA seeking an adjournment sine die (indefinitely) and another challenging the court’s jurisdiction, filed by counsel to the sacked APC local government chairmen, Mr Kazeem Gbadamosi, SAN. Some other parties, including the sacked APC chairmen and the PDP also filed applications seeking to be joined in the suit.

The UBA, while asking for the case to be adjourned indefinitely, told the court that the local government funds in contention were still in its safe custody and untouched by any party.

Presiding Judge, Justice Ladiran Akintola, said the ruling date was set after due consultations with all parties to allow sufficient time for a well-considered ruling on the various applications.

The court also extended its order of Interim Injunction against UBA Plc until October 14, maintaining a no-debit restriction on 30 bank accounts into which withheld Osun State local government allocations were paid by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

During Friday’s proceedings, counsel to UBA, Mr. Mutalib Adebayo Ojo, SAN, reminded the court of his earlier application that the matter be adjourned sine die pending the judgment of the Supreme Court on a related case.

He noted that the substantive dispute had already been heard by the Supreme Court, which has reserved judgment, adding that any ruling by the lower court might conflict with the apex court’s eventual decision.

According to him, ‘If this High Court proceeds to hear the suit, there is a 50-50 chance that whatever decision it makes may conflict with the outcome of the Supreme Court. The issue here concerns the hierarchy of courts. Proceeding further may amount to a waste of judicial time since the Supreme Court’s decision will ultimately prevail.’

He therefore urged the court to adjourn the matter indefinitely, assuring that the funds in question were still in the safe custody of UBA and untouched by any party.

However, counsel to the sacked APC chairmen, Mr. Gbadamosi, SAN, opposed the application, urging the court not to grant it until the issue of jurisdiction had been addressed. He described the bank’s application as ‘an anomaly’ that should not be entertained.

He argued, ‘From the defendants’ originating summons, it is clear that there is a pending suit before the Supreme Court upon which this current case and its reliefs are predicated. This present suit was filed subsequently after the Supreme Court case was instituted. That in itself constitutes an abuse of court process which this court must not condone.’

In his response, counsel to the plaintiffs, Mr. Musibau Adetunmbi, SAN, countered the submission, explaining that his clients approached the court only after discovering that federal agencies, including the CBN and the Accountant General of the Federation, had transferred the disputed funds to UBA despite the pending case at the Supreme Court.

‘If the money had not been moved from the CBN, we would not have come before this court. The Supreme Court does not have original jurisdiction over UBA, but this High Court does, hence our action,’ Adetunmbi stated.

He added that the suit could not be deemed an abuse of process since it arose from new facts, specifically, the unlawful movement of funds to UBA by federal agencies.

After hearing extensive arguments and counterarguments from all counsel, Justice Akintola retired briefly to his chambers before adjourning the matter for ruling on Tuesday next week.

Grade A Customary Court, Court 2, sitting at Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, has dissolved the two-year-old wedlock between a couple, Rowland and Kikelomo on the grounds of troublesomeness and domestic violence by the latter, and irreconcilable differences.

Rowland, who dragged his wife to court, stated that he could no longer stomach his wife’s atrocities.

He stated that his wife made life unbearable for him.

According to Rowland, Kikelomo has no respect for him as the head of the home and is in the habit of raining curses on him.

He also added that she was hostile to his children from his first marriage.

The plaintiff explained that the defendant cursed these children on a regular basis and further stopped them from visiting him.

He thus prayed the court to end their relationship.

Rowland sought an order restraining his wife from harassing, threatening, and interfering with his private life.

He further pleaded that the court ordered her to vacate his eight-room apartment.

Kikelomo denied all the accusations brought against her by her husband but agreed to divorce.

She stated that her husband had told her early in their relationship that all he needed was companionship and not children.

According to her, he insisted she abort the pregnancy of the only child she had for him, but she refused.

She explained that he had been indifferent to their child’s welfare, adding that he had yet to offset the debt incurred at the hospital during her delivery.

She appealed for their child’s custody and further pleaded that the court mandates her husband to be responsible for her upkeep.

Rowland testified, ‘My lord, I want an end to my two-year-old wedlock with my wife.

‘She has proved beyond measure that we are not meant for each other.

‘I can no longer stomach her atrocities. I desire to be free from her.

‘I got married to my wife in 2023 and paid her bride price, but this was returned to me.

‘I have not enjoyed a minute of peace since we got married.

‘My wife has no regard for my age, nor respect for me as the head of the home.

‘She takes delight in raining curses on me every day.

‘I warned her to desist from this habit, but she remained adamant.

‘I reported her to her parents, who also cautioned her, but rather than take their advice, she warned them never to interfere in her marital issue.

‘My children from my first marriage were not spared from my wife’s hostile behaviour.

‘She never stopped causing them.

‘Kikelomo further stopped them from paying me a visit.

‘My lord, I pray this honourable court to rule that we go our different ways.

‘I also plead that the court rule that she vacates the eight-room apartment she is staying in, which is my property.

‘I further request an order restraining my wife from harassing, threatening, and interfering with my private life.’

Kikelomo said, ‘All the allegations he brought against me are false.

‘He told me when we met that all that he needed in our marriage was companionship and no children.

‘But I became pregnant a few months after we started living together, and he demanded that I abort the pregnancy, but. I refused.

‘He has not been committed to our child’s welfare since I had her.

‘He still owes the hospital where I was delivered of our baby N35,000.

‘I agree that the court ends our union, but I also plead that the court grant me custody of our child and make my husband responsible for her upkeep, giving feeding, education, and health care a priority.

‘I want my husband to give our child N20,000 per week for food.’Ruling, the president of the court, Mrs E.O. Owoseni, stated that there was no marriage to be dissolved since no bride price was paid.

He gave the defendant custody of their children and ordered the plaintiff to pay N25,000 per month for their children’s upkeep.

My sister, how are you doing? I mean, how are you really doing? Life in Nigeria is not for the faint-hearted. Between taking care of family, running a business or working a 9-to-5, and trying to have a small life for yourself, money can become a major headache. And when debt is added to the mix, it can feel like you’re carrying a heavy load on your own. But I want you to know you are not alone, and you can get out of it. Let’s talk about some simple, practical ways to start that journey.

Step 1: Face the Music, No Judgement

The first step is always the hardest: you need to know exactly how much you owe and to whom. I know it can be scary. You might want to just close your eyes and pretend the debit alerts aren’t real. But we can’t solve a problem we don’t understand.

Grab a notebook and a pen (or your phone). List down everything – the loan from the app, the money you borrowed from your aunty, the Aso Ebi you bought on credit, the contribution you haven’t paid. Write down the total amount for each one.

Seeing the full picture is not to shame you; it’s to empower you. Now you know what you’re up against.

Step 2: Where is Your Money Going?

The next thing is to create a simple budget. Don’t worry, this isn’t some complicated accounting exercise. For one month, just track your spending. From the N5,000 airtime to the N100,000 grocery run, write it all down. You will be surprised at where your money is actually going. You might discover that the small, daily purchases of snacks or data are adding up to a lot.

Once you see your spending habits, you can create a simple plan. A good rule is the 50/30/20 rule:

50% for Needs: Rent, food, school fees, transport.

30% for Wants: A new dress, eating out, entertainment.

20% for Savings and Debt: This is the money you’ll use to attack your debt.

Step 3: Attack the Smallest Debt First (The ‘Snowball’ Method)

Look at your list of debts. Instead of trying to pay a little bit on all of them, focus your energy on the smallest one first. Pay the minimum required on all your other debts, but throw every extra naira you can find at that smallest debt until it’s gone.

Why? Because clearing that first debt will give you a powerful feeling of victory! It will motivate you to keep going. Once it’s paid off, take the money you were paying on it and add it to the payment for the next smallest debt. This is the ‘snowball’ method – your payment amount grows bigger and bigger as you knock out each debt.

Step 4: Increase Your Income, Even by a Little

Sometimes, cutting costs isn’t enough. Think about what you can do to bring in a little extra cash. Can you cook delicious meals? Maybe offer lunch delivery to a few colleagues at work. Are you good at organising things? Offer your services to a friend for a small fee. Do you have clothes or items at home you no longer use? Sell them online. Every extra N5,000 or N10,000 can make a huge difference when you put it directly towards your debt.

Final Word: Be Kind to Yourself

Getting out of debt is a marathon, not a sprint. There will be good months and tough months. The goal is progress, not perfection. Learning to say ‘no’ to some requests (yes, even from family) is not being selfish; it’s being responsible for your financial future.

You are strong, resourceful, and more than capable of handling this. Take it one step at a time, one day at a time.

A former Senate deputy Chief Whip and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo, Senator Agboola Ayoola, popularly called Alleluyah, has resigned his membership from the party.

A letter to this effect was made available to the newsmen in Ibadan on Friday.

‘I, Senator Agboola, a member of PDP and a leader, both at the state and national level, appreciate the party for the opportunities afforded me to serve the party as a member and leader, as well as the achievements made therein.

‘However, you will observe that I did not participate in all the congresses held recently, that is, the local and state congresses, due to future political pursuits which are necessary at this material time.

‘Consequently, I hereby resign my membership from the PDP effective from October 10, 2025, as I wish the party success in its activities.’

Agboola had served as former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in the administration of the former Governor, and now the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, between 2003 and 2005.

He was also nominated as Commissioner for the same portfolio by the late former Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala between 2007 and 2011.

Agboola was the only elected senator under the PDP in the whole South-West region between 2011 and 2015.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) said on Friday that the appointment of Professor Joash Omupitan to head the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) must end the ‘inglorious era of glitches and inconclusive elections’ in the country’s democratic journey, an assignment placing a huge burden on the shoulders of the Professor of Law.

The opposition party noted that while it would not question the constitutional power of President Bola Tinubu to nominate his choice for the position of the INEC chairman, Omupitan himself must be prepared to meet the expectations of Nigerians by conducting free, fair, transparent, and credible polls at all times.

The National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Honourable Debo Ologunagba, who gave the party’s position in Abuja, also challenged the Senate to be thorough in screening the nominee by asking ‘all the relevant and important questions voters expect to hear from them.’

He said, ‘Over the years, we have said we need to have strong institutions. The Senate and the nominee must know that INEC is critical to the sustenance of democracy.

‘The nominee will have a heavy burden and will help to reduce and eliminate the concerns that Nigerians have about free, fair, and credible elections.

‘INEC has been a beneficiary of so much goodwill, and the nominee must know that Nigerians will no longer accept excuses.

‘The idea of glitches and inconclusive elections is no longer welcome.’

Ologunagba also spoke again about the defection plans of several governors from the PDP to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), clarifying that the PDP was about the people, not individuals or groups of individuals.

At least two governors, Douye Diri of Bayelsa State and Peter Mbah of Enugu State, have been rumored lately to be considering joining the APC.

Incidentally, Mbah is the Secretary of the PDP’s National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC) for its Ibadan convention scheduled for Ibadan on November 15.

Douye, last month, chaired the party’s zoning committee, which recommended the zoning of its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, a recommendation that was eventually endorsed by the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the PDP.

Ologunagba argued that it would amount to ‘unnecessary waste of energy’ for the PDP to devote time to the ‘distractions of defection’ when the party’s convention was certain to be held next month.

He added, ‘There is unnecessary attention being given to defection or no defection, especially when the defections are induced by the coercion, intimidation, and harassment of the APC.

‘What will make a difference in the 2027 poll is the insecurity that is ravaging Nigeria. People will have to join the PDP in rescuing the country from the APC, from the insecurity and the hunger they have caused.

‘That is why the APC is jittery. So, defection or no defection is not sufficient to derail us.’

Oyo State Deputy Governor, Dr Adebayo Lawal, who also spoke on the rebuilding of the PDP, exuded confidence that the party would bounce back in 2027 to reclaim control of the Federal Government.

Lawal, who chairs the Sub-Committee on Venue for the Ibadan convention, explained that the determination of party loyalists to strengthen the PDP was the main reason for the convention to elect a new National Working Committee (NWC) to steer the party into 2027.

‘Nigerians are waiting for us as an alternative. We will come out united and stronger to take our place after the 2027 election’, he said soon after the inaugural meeting of his committee in Abuja on Friday.

‘PDP is forming the next Federal Government of Nigeria. There is hope, commitment, and understanding.

‘Today, we came to inaugurate our venue sub-committee. The venue of any convention is critical to the success of that particular event.

‘We can’t afford to have chaos at our convention. We have divided ourselves into further 10 sub-committees to make our work easier and faster’, the deputy Governor said.

On its part, the Labour Party (LP) called on Professor Omupitan to distinguish himself in office by serving the interests of the majority of Nigerians and not necessarily those who put him in office.

LP’s Interim National Publicity Secretary, Mr Tony Akeni, reacting on behalf of the party, stated, ‘He must choose who he will serve and the legacy he wishes to leave behind for his name and posterity.

‘He must choose whether to be honoured by more than 230million Nigerians who employed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu or to serve the unconstitutional wishes and caprices of a single man, Tinubu, who appointed him.

‘To help him make that choice, Professor Amupitan will do well to reflect how more than 230million Nigerians at home and all over the world will forever remember his immediate predecessor, Professor Yakubu Mahmood.’

The Oyo State Government has launched a critical, all-in-one health intervention, the Integrated Measles-Rubella, nOPV2 (polio), HPV, Routine Immunisation, and NTD campaign and is strongly urging every parent and caregiver to ensure their children are vaccinated.

During the flag-off ceremony in Ibadan, officials emphasized the government’s proactive commitment to child health. The First Lady’s representative appealed directly to the public:

‘I urge every parent. to take full advantage of this opportunity and ensure their children receive all vaccines,’ highlighting that this campaign is about protecting children from preventable diseases.

‘This campaign is about giving our children a fair chance at life. I urge every parents, caregivers, and guardians to take full advantage of this opportunity and ensure their children receive all vaccines, including this current round that begins here in Oyo State,’ she said.

She noted that the campaign’s commencement in Oyo State underscores the government’s proactive stance on healthcare and its commitment to ensuring that no child is left unprotected from vaccines preventable diseases.

In her goodwill message , UNICEF Health Specialist, Lagos Field Office, Dr. Ijeoma Agbo, commended the Oyo State Government for its leadership and unwavering commitment to child survival and development.

Agbo described the integrated campaign as a ‘powerful statement’ that places the health of children at the center of the state’s development agenda.

‘By combining measles, rubella, polio, HPV vaccination for nine-year-old girls, Routine Immunization, and NTD interventions, Oyo State is demonstrating coordination and efficiency that will save more lives and reach more families,’ she stated.

She emphasised UNICEF’s continued partnership with Oyo State Government through support for vaccine logistics, cold chain management, waste disposal, social and behavior change communication (SBCC).

‘Beyond providing vaccines, we must ensure that communities understand, trust, and embrace these life-saving interventions. Every child protected today is an investment in the peace and prosperity of our tomorrow,’ Agbo added.

Also in her goodwill message, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Akintunde Ayinde, said the campaign aims to reach every eligible child aged 9 months to 59 months with the measles-rubella vaccine.

He explained that the integrated campaign will also deliver Vitamin A supplementation, deworming, and health education to strengthen routine immunization and promote holistic child health.

‘No child in Oyo State should be left behind. We are taking vaccination to schools, markets, churches, mosques, and other community centers. This is a collective responsibility that requires all hands on deck,’ he said.

Ayinde appreciated the support of UNICEF, WHO, NPHCDA, and other partners for their technical and financial assistance, noting that their collaboration has been instrumental in improving vaccine coverage and child health outcomes in Oyo State.

He called on traditional rulers, religious leaders, and the media to continue mobilizing citizens and dispelling misinformation about vaccination.

‘Even if a child has been vaccinated before, there is no harm in receiving it again. Let us all work together to protect our children from preventable diseases,’ he urged.

The integrated immunization campaign is part of efforts by the Oyo State Government and partners to achieve universal health coverage and ensure that every child in the state enjoys a healthy start to life.

Nigeria has witnessed a remarkable 90 per cent reduction in crude oil theft from over 102,000 barrels per day in 2021 to 9,600 barrels per day as of September 2025.

According to Commission Chief Executive, Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, this was as a result of the collaboration with security agencies, private contractors and community stakeholders in implementing the Upstream Measurement Regulation and the Advance Cargo Declaration Regulation.

Komolafe, who was represented by the Director in -charge of Lagos office, Paul OSU, stated this while delivering his address on ‘Nigeria’s Energy Future and the Role of NUPRC in Driving Upstream Oil and Gas Industry’s Rebound’, during the Nigeria Association of Energy Correspondents (NAEC) Conference 2025 in Lagos.

He pointed out that another transformative was the commission’s work in host community development.

According to him, by implementing the PIA’s Host Communities Development Trust (HCDT) provisions, the commission has successfully inaugurated over 90 Trusts across the Niger Delta, ensuring that development funds flow directly to communities.

This model, according to him, not only secured local ownership, but also guaranteed peace, stability and continuity in production, being key pillars for sustained energy security.

Looking into the future, he said the commission’s priorities remain clear to sustain Nigeria’s upstream rebound, achieve 2.5 million barrels of oil per day by 2027, strengthen gas monetization, protect nation’s. energy infrastructure and uphold the principles of transparency, accountability and efficiency that define regulatory mandate.

He said:’ The rebound we are witnessing in Nigeria’s upstream sector is not by chance; it is the outcome of deliberate regulatory design, anchored on transparency, efficiency and inclusiveness. The Commission’s strategic vision aligns with Nigeria’s broader economic goals and global sustainability commitments.’

The commission chief executive tasked the media on accurate reporting, saying this shaped perceptions, influences investments and builds credibility.

‘I urge NAEC members and the wider press community, to continue ensuring that their reports are factual, verified and development-oriented. Responsible reporting strengthens investor confidence and preserves national reputation; misinformation on the other hand, can distort progress and discourage the very investments our nation seeks to attract,’ he said.

Listing some of the regulatory policies’ implementation, Komolafe said that NUPRC implemented a series of transformative regulatory interventions designed to reposition Nigeria’s upstream sector for competitiveness, resilience and sustainable growth.

Through these efforts, he said the commission was able to drive the rebound of the oil and gas industry, and also shaped Nigeria’s long-term energy future.

According to him, the first major step was to enhance data transparency and accessibility, pointing out that investment decisions in oil and gas are inherently data-driven and without reliable geological information, the most promising basins would remain unattractive.

‘To address this, the commission embarked on an ambitious campaign to acquire, reprocess and digitise seismic data across frontier and producing basins.

‘Over 17,000 line-kilometres of 2D and 28,000 square kilometres of 3D seismic data have been reprocessed to global standards, significantly reducing exploration risks and unlocking new investment frontiers.

‘The commission introduced a fully digitalized and transparent licensing process.

‘During the 2024 mini-bid round, human interface was minimized and transparency maximized,’ he said.

According to the commission chief executive, working with the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, signature bonuses were reviewed downward from about $100 million to $10 million, allowing investors to commit more resources to field development.

This single decision, he said has strengthened investor confidence, encouraged early production and reinforced Nigeria’s reputation as an open and competitive upstream jurisdiction.

Beyond this, he said the Commission also prioritized production optimization and recovery enhancement, adding that by reviewing field development plans, supporting brownfield optimization and enabling the re-entry of shut-in wells, the NUPRC facilitated renewed activity across mature assets.

‘These interventions are projected to deliver incremental volumes exceeding one million barrels of oil per day, a key milestone toward achieving the national production target of 2.5 million BOPD by 2027,’ he said.

He added that the commission is also advancing Nigeria’s gas agenda as part of the ‘Decade of Gas’ and the nation’s energy transition pathway.

‘Natural gas remains our most reliable transition fuel, a catalyst for industrialisation, power generation and clean energy substitution’ he said.

By promoting gas monetisation, flare elimination and gas-based investments, he said the commission is reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to a just and balanced energy transition.

He said: ‘Globally, the context reinforces this direction. The IEA projects that upstream investment will surpass $580 billion in 2025, marking a steady recovery from pandemic lows.

‘While renewables will continue to grow, hydrocarbons will remain central to industrialization, particularly in emerging economies like Nigeria.

‘Our task therefore, is to ensure that this production is done efficiently, transparently and sustainably, consistent with international best practice,’ he said.