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The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Olayide Abas, has expressed confidence that the party’s long-standing internal crisis is finally nearing resolution, saying that recent developments indicate a renewed spirit of unity and cooperation among key stakeholders.

Abas shared this optimism on Thursday while addressing journalists during a visit to his office at the APC secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan.

‘Crises are a natural part of human interaction. In any political setting, disagreements will arise from competition and differing projections. What matters is how the leadership responds and manages such inevitable challenges. That defines the party’s growth and chances of success at the polls,’ Abas said.

Reflecting on the turbulence that has plagued the Oyo APC over the past seven to eight years, the chairman noted that the party had reached a turning point.

According to him, a recent leadership summit held on Tuesday signalled a new beginning for the party.

‘We’ve been through a lot, but today, there’s a common understanding among our leaders that ‘enough is enough.’ The summit reflected a bright future of hope, unity and progress. It was well attended by prominent stakeholders from across the state and clearly marked a shift toward reconciliation and collaboration,’ he said. Abas went on to appreciate the roles played by senior party figures, including Chief Iyiola Oladokun, Chief Akin Oke, Senator Ayo Adeseun, Senator Brimo Yusuf, and Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle.

He also acknowledged the contributions of the Peace Advocates, a group of eminent APC leaders in the state, whose efforts, he said, helped rekindle the spirit of togetherness, love, and service within the party.

‘Since I assumed office late last year, we’ve initiated various reconciliation efforts, and the results are beginning to show. The success of the recent summit, which was fully sponsored by dedicated party members, is a testament to our collective desire to reposition the APC in Oyo State,’ he added.

Abas revealed plans to set up an implementation committee to act on resolutions reached at the summit.

He also hinted at an upcoming expanded stakeholders’ meeting aimed at consolidating the gains of the reconciliation process and bringing everyone on board.

Kaduna’s political landscape has been hit by the sudden resignation of Hajiya Zainab Sani, Women Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the state – a development analysts describe as a major setback to the planned SDP-ADC merger reportedly being spearheaded by former Governor Nasir El-Rufai.

Zainab, a formidable grassroots mobiliser from Giwa Local Government Area, has for years stood out as one of the most influential female political figures in Kaduna.

A former stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC), she played a central role in women’s mobilisation during several of the party’s election victories before defecting to the SDP, where she became one of El-Rufai’s trusted political allies.

Announcing her resignation, Zainab said she could no longer remain in a party that, in her words, ‘has lost touch with the people’ and is ‘driven more by elite political interests than by the realities of the masses.’

‘The SDP has failed to demonstrate a people-first agenda,’ she declared. ‘Our people are still grappling with poverty, insecurity, and hunger. Many in Kaduna have not forgotten the anti-people policies of the last administration, and I will not be part of any arrangement that seeks to repackage that legacy under a different banner.’

Her remarks, observers say, were a clear swipe at El-Rufai’s administration, whose policies – including mass demolitions, mass sackings, and strained relations with labour and community groups – remain deeply controversial.

Zainab’s exit comes at a time Governor Uba Sani is consolidating his image as a people-oriented leader through pro-poor policies, empowerment programmes, and rural development initiatives that have earned him wide grassroots support.

Analysts believe her resignation could reshape the emerging political alliances in Kaduna, particularly as the SDP struggles to maintain relevance amid talks of a merger with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to form a third force ahead of the 2027 elections.

‘Zainab’s departure is not just symbolic; it’s strategic. She commands enormous influence among women and youths across rural Kaduna. Losing her now is a major blow to the El-Rufai camp and raises questions about the credibility of the proposed SDP-ADC coalition,’ a political commentator noted.

While Zainab has yet to announce her next political move, insider sources told our correspondent that she has concluded arrangements to return to the APC with over 5,000 women leaders drawn from the northern and central parts of the state.

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has directed a proper investigation into an allegation by the Islamic rights organisation, Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), that women are being harassed for wearing hijab in some hospitals in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.

The governor stated that he received with great concern the report of the allegation raised by MURIC in a statement it released to the public.

Zulum noted that while the government is not aware of any official report or complaint regarding such incidents, his administration has taken the allegations with utmost seriousness.

In a directive issued on Thursday through his spokesperson, Dauda Iliya, Zulum ordered the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Professor Baba Mallam Gana, to undertake an immediate and thorough investigation to ascertain the veracity of the claims.

The statement noted that Zulum reiterated his administration’s commitment to protecting all citizens’ religious rights and dignity, particularly that of women. He stated that Borno State, being a predominantly Muslim society, holds hijab in high esteem, and any form of harassment against those who choose to wear it is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

According to him, ‘The welfare and rights of our citizens, especially our mothers, wives, and daughters, are paramount. We have zero-tolerance for any form of discrimination or harassment.’

‘While we have no prior record of such complaints, we are not taking these allegations lightly. This investigation will be swift and transparent. If any wrongdoing is found, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken immediately,’ Zulum assured.

The statement added that Zulum urged the public, particularly individuals who have experienced such treatment, to come forward and assist in the investigation with credible information to ensure a fair and just outcome.

IN a report by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), it was reported that at the end of 2024, there were 123.2 million displaced people globally. 73.5 million of these individuals were internally displaced persons, 42.7 million were refugees, and 8.4 million were asylum seekers. The UN Refugee Agency raises the alarm that displacement has nearly doubled in the past ten years. This crisis is even more disastrous for children, who make up 29 per cent of the world population but 40 per cent of all forcibly displaced people globally.

Here in Nigeria, the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre reported that there were 3.4 million internally displaced people at the end of 2024. According to UNICEF, about 1.9 million people are displaced in Northeast Nigeria alone, and sixty per cent of these people are children. Over the past decade, the number of people affected by conflicts, disasters such as floods and droughts, insurgency, artificial disasters, and public crises has increased significantly.

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reported that over 1.3 million people were affected by floods in 34 states in Nigeria in 2024. In the fire at Afriland Towers in September 2025, 10 people were reported dead and 25 people were injured. The Ibaji tragic boat accident was also reported to have led to the death of over 30 people, with multiple people missing. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) also reported that 278 people were kidnapped in April 2025.

To spotlight the critical need for mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) for individuals and communities who have been affected by all these crises, the theme for World Mental Health Day this year is ‘Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies.’ World Mental Health Day, celebrated every 10th of October, is a day for global mental health education and advocacy. This year, the focus is on mobilising support for people who are struggling due to humanitarian crises and emergencies.

Impact of Humanitarian Crises and Emergencies on Mental Health

Crises are often traumatic events that cause people to experience intense fear, uncertainty, and extreme stress. They often experience fatigue, exhaustion, feelings of sorrow, hopelessness, irritability, and anger, and sleep challenges. Another source of emotional distress is grief from the loss of loved ones, identities, and life achievements. This leads to psychological distress among victims, resulting in a mental health crisis for these individuals. Persons who have pre-existing mental health conditions often experience an exacerbation of symptoms, putting them at more risk.

Beyond the trauma of the emergency, individuals are also exposed to socioeconomic stressors. In conflict regions around the world, it is the intense fear and struggle for survival, for personal safety as well as for basic necessities of life. These concerns are often compounded by personal tragedies, loss of loved ones, uncertainties and heightened feelings of vulnerability.

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All over the world, from the northeast (Boko Haram) to the northwest (bandits) to unknown gunmen in the southeast and kidnappings across north-central and southwest Nigeria, the emotional impact and trauma can be devastating. For people in Gaza, as well as Ukraine, it is the hunger and the uncertainties and the anxiety of where to get the necessities of life. Individuals whose loved ones have been kidnapped are often thrown into financial turmoil by paying ransom. When people are displaced due to conflicts, floods, and other crises, they become financially incapacitated through the loss of their breadwinners and/or sources of income. All these are major stressors that negatively impact people’s mental health.

In many countries like Nigeria, mental health access is already limited, even in normal times. During emergencies, the demand for mental health services exponentially increases without the necessary facilities and human capital to satisfy them. Presently, only two in 10 Nigerians have access to mental health services, representing a treatment gap of 80 per cent. Thus, during emergencies and crises, access to mental health services for the most vulnerable becomes even worse.

Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for All: A Communal Effort

As we commemorate World Mental Health Day, individuals, stakeholders, professionals, and the government must increase their commitment to fostering optimal mental health for all. We must mobilize efforts to provide mental health and psychosocial support for all individuals affected by humanitarian and personal crises. As individuals, we must also create and maintain communities of support for ourselves and people around us.

Collaboration between major stakeholders is important now more than ever. During the Maiduguri Flood crisis, the Asido Foundation partnered with the Centre for Health Ethics, Law, and Development (CHELD), and the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital (FNPH), Maiduguri, to provide mental health and psychosocial support to all affected individuals. Collaborations like these, when combined with a robust government implementation of the Mental Health Act and other relevant policies, will improve mental health for all. Happy World Mental Health Day.

THE World Health Organization, has stated report, that e-cigarettes are fueling an ‘alarming’ new wave of nicotine addiction, with millions of children now addicted to vaping.

The findings of the new report titled ‘WHO Global Report on Trends in Prevalence of Tobacco Use 2000-2024 and Projections 2025-2030’ are based on 2,034 national surveys, covering 97 per cent of the global population.

In its new global report, the WHO stated that more than 100 million people worldwide are now vaping, including at least 86 million adults-mostly in high-income countries-and at least 15 million children aged 13 to 15.

In addition, in countries with available data, children are, on average, nine times more likely to vape than adults.

The organization claimed that the industry was promoting vapes as supposedly less harmful than cigarettes but was, in fact, aggressively targeting young people and causing children to become addicted.

Etienne Krug, the WHO’s Director of Health Determinants, Promotion, and Prevention, said in a statement: ‘E-cigarettes are fueling a new wave of nicotine addiction. They are marketed as harm reduction but, in reality, are hooking kids on nicotine earlier and risk undermining decades of progress.’

In addition, the WHO reported that globally, fewer people are smoking, with the number of tobacco users declining from 1.38 billion in 2000 to 1.2 billion in 2024, despite the world’s growing population.

The number of tobacco users has decreased by 120 million since 2010, representing a 27 per cent relative decline. However, one in five people worldwide still use tobacco, contributing to millions of preventable deaths each year.

According to the report, although tobacco use has steadily declined among both men and women across all age groups from 2000 to 2024, women have been at the forefront of quitting tobacco.

The prevalence of tobacco use among women decreased from 11 per cent in 2010 to just 6.6 per cent in 2024, with the number of female tobacco users declining from 277 million in 2010 to 206 million in 2024.

By contrast, more than four out of five tobacco users worldwide are men, with just under one billion men still using tobacco. The prevalence among men has decreased from 41.4 per cent in 2010 to 32.5 per cent in 2024.

The report states that the prevalence of tobacco use in Africa is the lowest globally, at 9.5 per cent in 2024, and the region is on track to meet the 30 percent reduction target. However, due to population growth, the absolute number of tobacco users continues to increase.

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WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that millions of people are quitting or avoiding tobacco use thanks to tobacco control efforts by countries worldwide.

Ghebreyesus declared: ‘In response to this strong significant, the tobacco industry is fighting back with new nicotine products, aggressively targeting young people. Governments must act faster, more quickly, stronger decisively to implement tobacco control policies.’

‘That figure, representing 61% of the population, is clear evidence that the economic policies of the Tinubu-led APC government have actually sent more Nigerians into abject poverty, contrary to the government’s performance propaganda and claims of progress.

‘The World Bank numbers tell a simple but painful story: under the APC and President Bola Tinubu’s government, more Nigerians have fallen into poverty than at any other time in our history. In 2019, four out of ten Nigerians were poor. Today, it is, at least, six out of ten.

‘We recall that President Tinubu, in his recent Independence Day address to the nation, declared triumphantly that ‘the worst is over’ while bandying statistics which have now been proven to be calculated whitewash to serve the government’s narrative of progress.

‘However, what is important is the reality that those numbers were meant to hide. ‘Behind President Tinubu’s shiny statistics are the grim realities of historic human suffering – families skipping meals, children dropping out of school, and households selling assets just to buy food and basic drugs to survive.

‘Under the APC, nearly 30 million Nigerians have now joined the ranks of the ultra-poor – those who, even if they spend every naira they earn on food, still cannot afford enough calories to survive.

‘While the government celebrates record revenue collection and the illusion of economic stability, the World Bank’s data shows that Nigerians are actually growing poorer by the day. Food inflation has gone through the roof, with the price of a bag of rice multiplying five times in just four years. Poor families now spend roughly 70 per cent of their income on food, leaving nothing for rent, school fees, or medicine.

‘The so-called social safety nets that should protect the vulnerable have also collapsed. Coverage has fallen from 20 per cent in 2019 to just 6 per cent in 2025. Government support to the poorest citizens is almost non-existent, amounting to a mere 0.14 per cent of GDP compared to a global average of 1.5 per cent.

‘What all this means is that Nigerians are worse off under the APC and President Bola Tinubu’s government. And contrary to the President’s claim, the worst is not over; instead, it appears that the worst has actually not arrived. Rather than continuing to dig in to defend its propaganda, the government should accept the unbiased verdict from its partner, the World Bank, and try to make amends before it is too late.

‘To make matters worse, the government’s entire approach to poverty measurement now seems designed to flatter itself rather than to help the poor. Nigeria’s domestic poverty threshold, roughly N137,000 per month, or about $90, sits far below the global real-value benchmark. By using a deflated local measure, the government effectively undercounts millions of poor Nigerians.

‘The implication of this ‘race to the bottom’ statistics is that, using the Tinubu government’s revised definition of poverty, citizens who are globally poor will appear statistically fine in Nigeria. In reality, however, they would have become invisible to a policy that mistakes low expectations for progress. A poverty line that is set too low does not protect the poor; it hides them. The APC cannot fix poverty by attempting to redefine it downward.

‘The ADC believes that what Nigeria needs now is not cosmetic reform. We need a government that puts the people first and understands that inclusive growth is not just another slogan, it is a conscientious strategy.

‘The ADC therefore calls on the Tinubu-led APC government to stop celebrating revenue as achievement and start putting the people first by prioritising food security, job creation, and targeted social protection systems that shield the 139 million vulnerable Nigerians that their ill-thought-out economic policies have created.’

Spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Mr. Darlington Nwauju, has decried a publication by Concerned Nigerians in the Diaspora United Kingdom (CND-UK), in which they demanded the suspension of the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.

Nwauju, in a statement on Thursday, said the call for the suspension of one of the best-performing ministers in the President Bola Tinubu administration was a ‘most unpatriotic call’, saying ‘it is concerning that the CND-UK has made itself available to be used by desperate political actors to splash all sorts of inanities in the media.’

Nwauju condemned CND-UK’s claim that Tunji-Ojo was allegedly leveraging on his influence alongside other key figures in government to dominate political structures in some parts of the country ahead of 2027 general election.

According to the APC chief, that claim by the CND-UK was ‘the height of preposterousness and idle talk, as politics itself is all about who gets what, when and how.’

Nwauju said: ‘So long as the Minister’s activities as a politician does not go beyond minimum acceptable benchmarks of conduct as a person and standard practice as a public office holder, how does involving in politics stand in the way of the CND-UK? How does that stop them from supporting their own preferred politicians? Is CND-UK trying to vitiate the rights of Dr Tunji-Ojo to associate with other Nigerians?

‘Looking at remarks by this group about marketing Nigeria, I ask which Minister in the current cabinet has been a better salesman of the Nigerian brand through his commitment to duty, innovative ideas, frugality and even exceeding revenue targets than Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo?

‘I do not think it is out of place to ask Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to critically examine the patriotism quotient of the so called CND-UK. This group never made any sort of advocacies earlier before now to draw public attention to the shameful crisis we face in our passport application/issuance processes but someone stepped in together with his team and turned around that situation.

‘This group made reference to the 2020 investigations of the NDDC under Prof Pondei. Yours truly was part of that investigation and it is incorrect to say that Prof Pondei staged a walkout on the House Committee. Rather, Prof Pondei collapsed under the weight of questions and evidences he could clearly not contradict or explain!

‘Making reference to a report by the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) on this topic is an incoherent thing to do and smacks of unseriousness and lack of due diligence on the part of CND-UK.

‘Without any shred of doubt, Nigeria’s image has been positively marketed owing to the transformation recorded by the Interior Ministry and not what this group is struggling to convey.’

The Rivers APC spokesman challenged the CND-UK to explore the FOI Act by getting details of the ownership status of New Planet Project Ltd as at the moment Dr Tunji-Ojo assumed office as Minister. This will help the group discontinue the needless merry-go-round and latching on straws.

The Lagos State House of Assembly has been urged to hasten the passage of the innovation bill to boost problem-driven research and innovation in the state.

A serving senator and former deputy governor of Lagos State, Dr Idiat Oluranti Adebule, gave the charge on Wednesday at the seventh research and innovation fair and exhibition organised by the Lagos State University at its main campus in Ojo.

Adebule was a keynote speaker at the event, and she spoke on the theme: ‘Promoting the quadruple helix collaboration: Government, university, industry and community.’

According to her, passage of the bill with the governor assenting to it will provide a solid link framework to accomplish research and innovation in the quest to grow the culture of innovation in Lagos State and its tertiary institutions.

She urged the vice-chancellor of LASU and her team, as well as the leadership of the institution’s innovation centre, to go all out and lobby the lawmakers to get the bill passed in good time.

She said LASU stands to benefit immensely if the Bill becomes a law since the university has already embraced the culture of research and innovation among its faculty members and students.

The lawmaker revealed that there would be a huge amount of money dedicated by law for research and innovation activities in the state-owned tertiary institutions that can translate their ideas into products and services, and also support doctoral and post-doctoral research activities.

‘That is why it wouldn’t be out of place if LASU, as a state-owned university, pays attention to ensure that the Bill is passed in good time,’ she emphasised.

Adebule disclosed that the Bill also talks about government-given incentives to companies that are interested in funding research and innovation that are people-centred.

She said by that, many companies would now be willing to fund meaningful research and innovation, making the effort of universities looking for research funders easier.

The incentives, she opened up, would come in the form of a tax holiday and other direct and indirect supports that include public-private partnerships.

She also suggested that LASU now as an institution, to reform its research management office for effective coordination of its research findings to translate into industrial inputs, marketable commodities, and specialised skills, with industry captains also becoming part of its advisory board.

The guest speaker, who has her undergraduate, Master’s and doctoral degrees from LASU, applauded the state governor and visitor to LASU, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, for his administration’s commitment to the development of LASU, urging him to inject more money into the university, especially to enable it to complete its various ongoing infrastructural projects

She, however, underscored the importance of collaboration in doing research to involve government, university, industry and the community.

She said collaboration between town and gown, with government and community involvement, would bring ideas into reality.

According to her, collaboration is the currency of innovation and innovation is the driver of development, while development is the true measure of leadership.

She said policies and programmes of true leaders, especially in government, must meet the diverse needs of the people they serve.

In her remarks, the vice chancellor of LASU, Prof Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, highlighted the importance of the university’s annual research fair.

She said, ‘The Fair has not only become a great platform by which the university demonstrates its commitment to move beyond theoretical knowledge to tangible solutions that drive development.

‘So, we are to use this two-day event to showcase some of our recent groundbreaking projects across engineering, medicine, the humanities, and the sciences, which are designed to solve real-world problems facing Lagos State and Nigeria by extension.’

Olatunji-Bello noted that it had long become common knowledge that no single entity can tackle the complexities of sustainable development in any society, hence the focus of the Fair to look at the role of government, university, industry and the community in solving societal problems through research and innovation.

According to her, the university generates knowledge and talents, industry commercialises the innovation and creates jobs, while the government provides the enabling policy, regulation and funding environment, and the community provides the context, demands the solution and validates its utility.

‘So, our seventh Research Fair stands as a testament to the fact that LASU is not just a university in Lagos but a university for Lagos-a critical partner in the state’s socio-economic blueprint, promising that the university would continue to work together with partners and sustain the fair as a premier platform for national development.

‘So, we must use this fair not just for paper and product presentations but as a marketplace for profitable ideas,’ she added.

The vice chancellor commended the keynote speaker, especially for her acceptance to perform the role and also for her ‘untiring support’ to the university.

She expressed optimism for the great positive impact that the research fair would make in the university, Lagos State and the country at large.

The Chairman of the occasion, Sir David Sunmoni, who is the immediate past Chairman of the university’s Governing Council, acknowledged the great impact the previous research fairs had made in society, saying the event is getting better each year.

The guest speaker and Professor of Chemistry from Central State University, USA, Ibrahim Katampe, also emphasised the importance of collaboration among researchers to enable them to come up with ideas with definite goals.

According to him, it will be difficult for a lone ranger in any activity, including research work, to make a great impact with their work, let alone the society.

He spoke on transitional research to solve challenges, describing it as a situation whereby researchers form a formidable team and not group with everyone plays a key role to make a meaningful impact.

Katampe, who is also the founder of Cosmopolitan University Abuja, therefore urged LASU faculty members and students to do more for research activities.

What Is Telehealth Weight Loss?

A medically supervised weight reduction program that you may access from a distance using digital monitoring and in-person treatments is known as telehealth weight loss. It blends the convenience of contemporary technology with the legitimacy of clinical medicine, enabling patients to receive:

individualized treatment regimens and lab tests

one-on-one consultations with qualified medical specialists

prescription drugs or peptides for weight loss

continuous home-based surveillance, check-ins, and support.

Time, location, and privacy concerns are the main obstacles to receiving aid that this method eliminates for many.

Why Regenics Took Weight Loss Virtual

Regenics focuses on medically controlled fat reduction and hormone optimization. They saw a trend over time: consumers wanted clinical program structure and science, but they didn’t want to spend hours in an office to receive it.

All 50 states now have access to professional-grade weight reduction without compromising quality or control, thanks to the debut of their nationwide weight loss telehealth service.

What Is Unique About Regenics’ Telehealth Program?

This goes beyond a simple eating plan and Zoom call. Regenics provides a comprehensive, individualized medical approach.

Individualized Health Assessment

Real diagnostics is where it all begins. Regenics creates a comprehensive picture of your metabolism, hormone levels, and fat loss obstacles using bloodwork, medical history, and lifestyle data. To examine the data and create a customized strategy, you will collaborate with skilled providers, not automated systems.

Treatment Options Supported by Science

Your strategy may consist of the following, depending on your objectives and biology:

drugs that have been authorized by the FDA, such as GLP-1 agonists (e.g., Semaglutide)

hormone optimization treatment if deficits are found

fat-burning peptides that maintain muscle mass and increase metabolism

tools for accountability and nutritional coaching.

You are equipped to take control of your journey since everything is presented in simple terms.

At-Home Convenience

Your treatments are supplied straight to your house when your plan is developed. Instructions, resources, and contact information for your provider will be provided. There are no waiting areas or guessing.

Continuous Monitoring and Assistance

After the initial appointment, you won’t be left alone. Regenics provides periodic check-ins to monitor progress, modify dosage, and resolve any issues. Instead of crash dieting, this physician oversight guarantees safe, gradual development.

Telehealth Weight Loss: Who Gains the Most?

The Regenics’ virtual program is perfect for:

time-pressed professionals who are unable to visit the clinic

individuals living in remote or underdeveloped regions without access to local experts

those who have used generic weight-loss programs without success

anyone seeking professional, private advice from the comfort of their own home

those in need of a medically monitored solution, not a passing trend.

Telehealth provides you with the resources and the team to proceed confidently, regardless of whether you’re just beginning your weight reduction journey or are attempting to overcome a plateau

Convenience Without Compromise: The True Impact

A common misperception is that in-person appointments are more beneficial than virtual treatment. By providing the same degree of lab testing, physician access, and prescription therapy as a premier clinic without the commute, Regenics takes that idea head-on.

For many patients, this translates into greater plan adherence, quicker access to therapy, and lasting outcomes. You may stop switching diets and assuming you know what’s best for your health.

Conclusions

Your zip code is no longer a barrier to medical weight loss. Expert treatment that is customized to your body, objectives, and schedule is only a video call away with Regenics’ weight loss telehealth program. This is your chance to start obtaining aid without having to leave your house if you’ve been putting it off due to comfort, time, or distance.

The Kano State Government has concluded all necessary arrangements to organise a mass wedding ceremony for no fewer than 2,000 couples.

This initiative is part of efforts to promote social welfare, strengthen family values, and curb social vices across the state.

However, it will be recalled that ‘The state government has earmarked N2.5 billion in its 2025 fiscal budget to fund the mass wedding program, a move that underscores its commitment to enhancing the welfare of citizens and promoting moral discipline.’

Making this known, the Deputy Commander-General of the Hisba Board, Sheikh Mujahid Aminudeen, said arrangements were underway to ensure the smooth execution of the mass wedding.

It was stated that the mass wedding is designed to assist vulnerable women, including widows, divorcees, and spinsters, while also reducing the financial strain on low-income couples who wish to marry. Sheikh Aminudeen disclosed that ‘This program aims to address social challenges in our communities by promoting marriage among those who are ready but lack the financial means. It will also help reduce immoral behaviour and promote strong family values.’

He noted that as ‘part of the pre-wedding requirements, all intending couples are to register with the Hisba Board and undergo mandatory medical screening.’

According to him, ‘The tests will include checks for HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, drug use, and genotype compatibility to ensure the health and safety of all participants.’

He further disclosed that the Hisba Board would soon release guidelines and registration dates for interested participants once the full logistics and funding arrangements are finalised.