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Yes. Cutting down on your alcohol intake is good for your health. After about a week, you’ll have better mental clarity. You’ll remember things faster and string sentences together with a greater command of articulacy. After two weeks, you’ll have a more stable mood. No more sky-highs and valley lows.

Just pure contentment. Intermittent stresses might leave you craving a drink…but you just need to hold on just a bit longer. After three weeks, you’ll have noticeably higher energy levels and you’ll actually feel like exercising. You’ll start to crave and enjoy healthy foods.

The money you normally would have spent on alcohol you’ll want to put towards more productive activities. After a month, you’ll look in the mirror and see clearer skin, brighter eyes and more vitality. People will tell you that you look younger and ask you what you’re doing. You’ll still miss drinking a bit, though. After two months, you won’t really miss alcohol that much at all. You’ll feel more social and enjoy long walks and creative activities with friends instead of slamming down drinks at the bar with them.

After three months, you’ll have lost a noticeable amount of puppy fat around your waistline and you’ll be feeling calm, energised and fully motivated to fulfil your greatest potential! It’s worth taking a break from alcohol to get your life on track. Even if you don’t decide to cut it out permanently, the break can help you develop a healthier relationship with alcohol in general.

The South-West Zonal Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barrister Adesuyi Daramola, has urged young people across Osun State to unite behind the party’s governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, describing the August 15, 2026, governorship election as a defining moment for the state’s future.

In a statement issued on Thursday, Daramola called on youths to take ownership of the electoral process by supporting the APC candidate, whom he described as a competent, experienced and forward-looking leader with the capacity to accelerate development and expand opportunities for young people.

He said the forthcoming election presents an opportunity for Osun youths to shape the state’s future by electing a government that prioritises job creation, entrepreneurship, education, digital innovation and infrastructure development.

According to him, Oyebamiji possesses the vision, administrative competence and leadership qualities required to reposition Osun State for sustainable economic growth and improved welfare for its people.

‘The future belongs to young people, and this election is about deciding the kind of Osun we want to build together. Bola Oyebamiji represents a new chapter of purposeful leadership that will unlock greater opportunities for our generation,’ Daramola said.

He urged first-time voters and other eligible youths to turn out in large numbers on election day, stressing that every vote would count in determining the direction of the state over the next four years.

The APC youth leader said the party remains committed to youth inclusion, empowerment and human capital development, adding that the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu has continued to create platforms for young Nigerians to contribute meaningfully to national development.

Daramola also called for peaceful, issue-based campaigns, urging political actors and their supporters to conduct themselves responsibly before, during and after the election.

‘Our strength lies in our unity, discipline and commitment to democratic values. I encourage every young person to reject violence, embrace peace and come out massively on August 15 to vote for Bola Oyebamiji and the APC.

‘Together, we can usher in a government that will deepen development, create opportunities and secure a brighter future for every resident of Osun State,’ he added.

A man, Jameed, has dragged his wife, Tawakalitu, before Grade A Customary Court, sitting in Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, seeking the dissolution of their marriage over allegations of infidelity, physical assault, violence, neglect and destructive behaviour.

The plaintiff alleged that his wife had no regard for him and habitually left their home without his consent, sometimes staying away for as long as a week without disclosing her whereabouts.

Jameed further claimed that Tawakalitu engaged in extramarital affairs and openly spoke with her alleged lovers on the phone in his presence without regard for his feelings.

According to him, the defendant lived an extravagant lifestyle while neglecting her responsibilities at home.

He stated an instance of when she spent their children’s school fees on frivolous expenses.

He also alleged that she constantly left their home dirty and untidy, making it uncomfortable for the family.

He also told the court that his wife was a poor cook.

According to him, despite giving her N60,000 monthly for food, she prepared only one meal a day,thus leaving him and their children hungry on several occasions.

Jameed also alleged that Tawakalitu told their 15-year-old daughter that she was ‘ripe enough’ to start sleeping with men, adding that the girl reported the conversation to him.

He further accused his wife of repeatedly assaulting him whenever he confronted her about her conduct.

According to him, she once struck him in the face with the heel of her shoe, leaving him with a permanent scar.

The plaintiff also alleged that Tawakalitu later resorted to destroying his property.

He told the court that after he sent her out of their home and remarried, she allegedly continued visiting his house and office to attack him and vandalise his belongings.

Jameed urged the court to dissolve the marriage, grant him custody of their children and restrain the defendant from threatening him or interfering with his privacy.

Tawakalitu was absent in court despite reportedly being served with court summons.

While giving evidence, Jameed said, ‘I married my wife under native law and custom and paid N5,000 as her bride price.

‘My marriage failed because she is irresponsible and lacks virtues.

‘She was involved in extramarital affairs and even had the audacity to call and converse with her lovers in my presence without caring about my feelings.

‘There were times she left home without my permission and stayed away for up to a week without telling anyone where she was.

‘She always left our home dirty and untidy, making it an uncomfortable place to live.

‘Despite giving her N60,000 every month for food, she neglected and starved our children. She cooked only once a day and was a very poor cook.

‘One day, I returned from work unexpectedly and found our children washing plates at a canteen.

‘They told me their mother took them there to work and that they were given food after washing the plates.

‘When I confronted her, she claimed she wanted them to learn house chores.

‘My Lord, our 15-year-old daughter later told me that her mother said she was ripe enough to sleep with men.

‘My wife was also violent. She always attacked me with any object she could lay her hands on. On one occasion, she hit me in the face with the heel of her shoe, leaving me with a scar.

‘I eventually sent her packing and married another wife because I could no longer tolerate her behaviour.

‘Despite that, she still came to my house and office to fight me and destroy my property.

‘My Lord, I am tired of her behaviour.

‘I respectfully ask this honourable court to dissolve our marriage, grant me custody of our children because she is a bad influence on them, and restrain her from threatening me or invading my privacy.’

After listening to the plaintiff’s testimony, the court president, Mrs S.M. Akintayo, adjourned the case.

A four-day vocational skills acquisition and empowerment programme for 100 wives of junior police officers has ended in Delta State.

The programme, organised by the Nigeria Police Force Trust Fund (NPFTF) in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, focused on tailoring and hairdressing for the officers’ wives in the state.

Seventy-nine participants received training in tailoring, while 21 were trained in hairdressing.

At the closing ceremony, each participant was presented with a starter kit in her chosen vocation to encourage self-reliance and sustainable income generation.

Representing the Delta State Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, at the ceremony, the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Operations, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, commended the Nigeria Police Force Trust Fund for its continued investment in the welfare of police families through impactful empowerment programmes.

While commending the beneficiaries for their commitment throughout the training, the police boss urged them to put the skills they acquired into productive use.

He encouraged them to continually improve their newly acquired trades, remain focused on building viable businesses, and contribute meaningfully to the welfare of their families.

The commissioner further urged the women to continue supporting and praying for their husbands as they discharge the demanding responsibility of protecting lives and property across the country.

In his remarks, the Team Lead of the Nigeria Police Force Trust Fund, Mr Charles Omorogiuwa, described the programme as part of the Trust Fund’s strategic commitment to improving the welfare of police families through sustainable empowerment initiatives.

He noted that the programme was executed under the leadership of the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Police Force Trust Fund, Mr Mohammed Sheidu, and encouraged the beneficiaries to maximise the opportunity by establishing themselves in their chosen vocations.

Also speaking, the President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Delta State Chapter, Mrs Rosemary Adejo, expressed appreciation to the Nigeria Police Force Trust Fund for the laudable initiative and urged the beneficiaries to remain dedicated to the skills they had acquired.

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has issued an operational licence to the newly established Transatlantic University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Umuchukwu, Anambra State, clearing the institution to commence academic activities.

The university officially received its operational licence and accreditation clearance on Friday at the NUC headquarters in Abuja after successfully meeting the Commission’s prescribed standards for operation.

Presenting the licence, the Executive Secretary of the NUC, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, handed the approval to the university’s founder, Dr Godwin Maduka, describing the development as another step towards expanding access to quality higher education in Nigeria.

The approval paves the way for the university to begin admission into three faculties offering a total of 17 accredited academic programmes.

Ribadu congratulated the institution for attaining the benchmarks required for licensing and programme accreditation, reaffirming the Commission’s commitment to quality assurance and maintaining high academic standards across Nigeria’s university system.

He said the NUC would continue to ensure that universities operate in line with global best practices to position Nigeria’s higher education sector for international competitiveness.

Responding, Maduka, a United States-based physician and pain management specialist, described the university as a landmark investment that would redefine medical education, scientific research and healthcare innovation in Nigeria.

He expressed confidence that the institution would transform Anambra State into a leading destination for medical education and research while contributing significantly to healthcare delivery in the country.

According to him, the university will also stimulate economic growth by creating employment opportunities and providing young people with access to quality education and rewarding careers in the health sector.

Maduka disclosed that Africa Trado-Medicine would occupy a central place in the institution’s academic and research agenda, noting that the field has remained one of his long-standing professional interests.

‘We intend to explore Africa Trado-Medicine extensively and give it the priority it deserves as part of our commitment to advancing indigenous medical knowledge alongside modern healthcare practice,’ he said.

Also speaking, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the university and former Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Professor Charles Okechukwu Esimone, described the institution as the beginning of a new era in human capital development, medical education and health research in Nigeria and across Africa.

Esimone said the university had assembled a team of highly experienced medical professionals, researchers and academics from different parts of the world to deliver world-class teaching, research and innovation.

He expressed optimism that the institution would become a centre of excellence in medical training, pharmaceutical sciences and healthcare research, producing graduates capable of addressing emerging health challenges across the continent.

Observers noted that with both the founder and the acting vice-chancellor being distinguished professors of pharmacy, the institution is well positioned to make significant contributions to the training of future generations of medical professionals.

The university also boasts what is reputed to be the tallest medical university and research centre in Africa, equipped with modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment designed to support advanced teaching, research and healthcare service delivery.

The Federal Government has said there is no planned tariff hike for any electricity consumer across any service band, saying the government remains committed to protecting vulnerable households through continued tariff support.

A statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Power Infrastructure (Office of the Vice President), Sadiq Wanka, and made available to Tribune Online said some media reports (not Tribune) have misrepresented comments made by him on electricity tariffs, and which has become necessary to provide clarity.

According to him, the comments were made during a presentation at the Asharami Square 3.0 event in Lagos on 22nd July 2026, where he addressed investment opportunities in the power sector and how the Federal Government’s reform programme has opened new avenues for investors across the power value chain.

He said in the context in which the presentation was made, he only reaffirmed the tariff policy direction set out in the National Integrated Electricity Policy, finalised in December 2024 and approved by the Federal Executive Council in May 2025, a long-standing, publicly available policy of gradually transitioning to cost-reflective tariffs, already implemented for ‘Band A’ electricity consumers. For all other consumer bands, he said there is no plan to remove subsidies as government is rather exploring how to deliver value and support more efficiently.

‘The Special Adviser highlighted the Power Consumer Assistance Fund (PCAF), enabled by the Electricity Act 2023, as a mechanism for delivering targeted subsidies directly to vulnerable consumers through consumer electricity accounts or other identity-linked means, improving transparency and strengthening investor confidence.

‘The administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu recognises the vital role journalists play in policy communication, which is why it supports platforms like Asharami Square, which has a stated aim of deepening journalists’ capacity to convey the full context of complex policy discussions to the public. Government counts on the continued support of the media in this important national duty,’ the statement read in part.

The deputy governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) for the 2027 Lagos State governorship election, Hon Grace Oluwatobi Coker, has reaffirmed her commitment to providing purposeful leadership if elected.

Coker made the pledge on Saturday following her emergence as the running mate to the party’s governorship candidate, Prince Laja Adeoye. She also expressed gratitude to God, the party leadership, supporters and Lagos residents for the confidence reposed in her.

Describing her nomination as both an honour and a privilege, Coker pledged to work closely with Adeoye to secure victory for the APM in the 2027 governorship election.

She thanked God for what she described as His grace and mercy throughout her political journey and expressed appreciation to Adeoye for choosing her as his running mate.

Coker described Adeoye as her leader, mentor and principal, saying she was honoured to serve alongside him in pursuing their vision of repositioning Lagos State.

She also appreciated the APM leadership at the national, state, local government, ward and polling unit levels, as well as party stakeholders and candidates, for their encouragement and support.

The deputy governorship candidate further acknowledged the dedication of the party’s campaign team, volunteers and supporters, commending their sacrifices, commitment and prayers towards the party’s success.

She thanked her family, friends and associates for their unwavering support throughout her political journey.

Coker also expressed gratitude to the people of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, her home constituency, and Lagos residents for their confidence in her, assuring them that their trust would not be taken for granted.

Reaffirming her loyalty to the Allied Peoples Movement, she pledged to work closely with Adeoye, the party leadership and members to deliver victory for the party in the 2027 election.

According to her, the APM is committed to offering Lagos residents ‘a new direction anchored on purposeful leadership, accountability, inclusion and sustainable development.’

She also prayed for divine guidance and wisdom as the party intensifies preparations for the 2027 general elections.

The image of a crowded sales floor filled with representatives making endless cold calls is quickly becoming outdated.

For years, businesses relied on large sales teams to generate leads, pitch products, and close deals. But advances in artificial intelligence, changing buyer behaviour, and remote work have transformed how companies approach sales.

By 2026, many organisations are shifting away from traditional sales departments in favour of a leaner, more specialised role: the Hybrid Closer.

Rather than employing dozens of sales representatives, companies are investing in professionals who combine consultative selling, emotional intelligence, and AI-powered workflows to convert highly qualified prospects into customers.

Buyers no longer want sales pitches

To understand why companies are making this pivot, you have to look at how buying behavior has changed.

The internet and AI have made buyers incredibly smart. By the time a prospect actually books a call with a company, they have already done 70% to 90% of their research independently. They’ve read the reviews, compared the competitors, and analyzed the pricing.

Modern buyers do not want to be ‘pitched’ by a fast-talking salesperson reading from a generic slide deck. If a rep starts reciting basic features they could have read on the website, the buyer immediately checks out.

Because buyers are so self-sufficient, companies don’t need ‘presenters.’ They need problem-diagnicians. They need someone who can skip the basic fluff, sit down with a high-value prospect, analyze their specific business bottlenecks, and close a high-ticket deal on a single Zoom call.

That is where the Hybrid Closer steps in.

What is Hybrid Closer?

A Hybrid Closer is a modern sales professional who combines human relationship-building with AI-powered productivity.

Unlike traditional sales representatives, who spend much of their day prospecting and cold calling, Hybrid Closers typically work with pre-qualified prospects who have already expressed interest in a product or service.

Instead of chasing leads, they focus on understanding customer needs, resolving objections, and confidently guiding buyers toward making informed purchasing decisions.

The role also differs from traditional sales in several key ways. Rather than relying on cold outreach, Hybrid Closers engage with warm inbound leads. They often work remotely instead of from a corporate office, deliver tailored business consultations instead of scripted product presentations, and use AI tools to automate administrative tasks such as meeting summaries, CRM updates, and follow-up emails.

Their earnings are also more performance-driven, with higher commission potential tied directly to successful deals.

Three skills every Hybrid Closer needs

Success in modern sales depends less on persuasion and more on problem-solving.

1. Secure the next step

Top performers rarely end conversations with vague promises such as, ‘We’ll follow up.’

Instead, every meeting concludes with a clearly defined next action, a scheduled demo, proposal review, contract discussion, or implementation meeting.

Creating momentum significantly improves the likelihood of closing a deal.

2. Use AI as a sales assistant

Hybrid Closers rely heavily on AI to eliminate repetitive administrative work.

Instead of spending hours writing follow-up emails or organising CRM records, they use AI tools to:

Summarise meetings

Draft personalised emails

Analyse customer conversations

Generate proposals

Organise prospect information

Automation allows them to focus on the one thing AI cannot replace: building trust.

3. Lead with discovery

Modern sales conversations revolve around asking thoughtful questions.

Rather than explaining product features immediately, successful closers first seek to understand the customer’s objectives, challenges, and priorities.

Like a doctor diagnosing a patient before prescribing treatment, the Hybrid Closer identifies the problem before recommending a solution.

Interestingly, being willing to advise a prospect against purchasing when the product is not a good fit often builds greater credibility and long-term trust.

Why businesses are embracing the model

The Hybrid Closer offers clear advantages for employers.

Companies can reduce payroll costs, eliminate expensive office overhead, and focus resources on experienced professionals who consistently convert qualified opportunities into revenue.

The model also aligns with today’s buying journey, where prospects expect expertise rather than scripted sales pitches.

Why professionals are making the switch

For sales professionals, the opportunity is equally attractive.

The Hybrid Closer model offers:

Remote, location-independent work

Greater earning potential through performance-based commissions

Less time spent prospecting

More meaningful customer interactions

AI tools that reduce administrative workload

Instead of measuring success by the number of cold calls made each day, performance is increasingly judged by customer outcomes and revenue generated.

The future of sales

According to extensive research by McKinsey and Company, over 90% of leading sales organizations have permanently shifted to hybrid and remote sales structures because hybrid sales drives 50% more revenue than traditional models.

Also, HubSpot’s B2B Sales Benchmarks reveal that a whopping 71% of prospects prefer doing independent digital research over talking to a traditional salesperson. By the time they actually book a call, they aren’t looking for a basic pitch-they want a consultative closer who can answer highly custom questions.

The Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, has given details of the abduction of the Chairman of Bungudu Local Government Area in Zamfara State, saying the attack claimed the lives of members of the chairman’s security detail, including two policemen and a local vigilante.

In a statement issued on Saturday in Gusau, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, further said troops’ prompt intervention forced the terrorists to abandon five of the chairman’s family members, comprising two of his children, his mother, wife and a relative, who were successfully rescued.

‘However, the terrorists narrowly escaped into the surrounding bushes with the chairman. Sadly, the attack claimed the lives of members of the chairman’s security detail, including two policemen and one local vigilante who gallantly resisted the attackers. Also, a civilian was killed, while the chairman’s elder brother, Alhaji Bello Umar, was injured during the attack.’

‘In the early hours of today, 25 July 2026, armed terrorists attacked the residence of the Executive Chairman of Bungudu Local Government Area, Zamfara State, Honourable Nura Umar Abdullahi, abducting him and members of his family after overpowering his police and vigilante detail.

‘On hearing gunshots, troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA responded immediately and swiftly moved to the scene, where they engaged in a hot pursuit of the terrorists, leading to a fierce exchange of fire.

‘Following the incident, the Theatre Command activated a coordinated search-and-rescue operation involving troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS) and local vigilantes. Security forces are currently conducting deliberate operations at the suspected location of the terrorists, aimed at safely rescuing the abducted chairman.

‘The Theatre Command has deployed all available resources in the ongoing operation and remains in close coordination with participating security agencies.

‘The Theatre Command assures the Government and people of Zamfara State that every lawful and operational measure is being taken to achieve a successful outcome.

‘The Command appeals to members of the public to remain calm, continue with their lawful activities and provide credible information through established security channels that may assist the ongoing operation.

‘The Theatre remains resolute in its mandate to protect lives and property and will continue working with sister security agencies until the abducted chairman is safely reunited with his family and the perpetrators are brought to justice,’ he concluded.

Consultant Paediatric Dentist at Pedodent Dental Clinic, Abuja, Dr Jerome Mafeni, has called for an urgent overhaul of paediatric dental care in Nigeria, warning that rising cases of childhood tooth decay, changing lifestyles and a severe shortage of specialists threaten the oral health of millions of children.

Speaking at the 8th Biennial Conference and Scientific Session of the Nigerian Association of Paediatric Dentistry (NAPD) in Ibadan, Oyo State, Mafeni said embracing artificial intelligence (AI), digital dentistry, preventive healthcare, and innovative service delivery has become imperative to prepare the profession for emerging challenges.

Delivering the guest lecture titled ‘Advancing Paediatric Dental Care in a Changing World’ at the conference themed ‘Smiles for the Future: Advancing Paediatric Dental Care in a Changing World,’ Mafeni said dentistry must evolve in response to changing disease patterns, technological advancements, and growing parental expectations.

According to him, today’s parents increasingly arrive at dental clinics after consulting the internet and AI platforms about their children’s dental conditions, making effective communication and professional competence more critical than ever.

He explained that AI-assisted diagnostics, digital scanners, Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), teledentistry, virtual reality and regenerative dentistry are rapidly transforming paediatric dental practice worldwide.

Mafeni warned that changing dietary habits, particularly the widespread consumption of sugary foods and ultra-processed beverages from infancy, have contributed to an alarming rise in early childhood caries.

‘Children are introduced to sugar from a very early age. Their snacks, drinks and processed foods are loaded with sugar, and we are now witnessing an epidemic of childhood dental caries,’ he said.

He also linked the growing incidence of orthodontic problems among children to softer diets, explaining that reduced chewing activity limits jaw development, leaving inadequate space for permanent teeth.

The paediatric dentist urged dental schools and healthcare institutions to invest in modern equipment, stressing that future practitioners cannot be trained with outdated technologies.

‘Training students requires investment. We cannot prepare tomorrow’s dentists using yesterday’s technology,’ he said.

While advocating greater adoption of minimally invasive treatment methods such as silver diamine fluoride, laser dentistry and regenerative therapies, Mafeni maintained that prevention remains the most effective strategy for reducing childhood oral diseases.

He called for stronger public education on healthy diets, oral hygiene and regular dental visits, insisting that parents should be empowered with accurate information rather than blamed for poor oral health outcomes among children.

The consultant also advocated for child-friendly dental clinics equipped with modern behavioural management tools, including virtual reality systems, to reduce fear and improve children’s treatment experiences.

Mafeni urged governments, universities, healthcare institutions, and professional associations to invest in technology, prevention and workforce development to ensure that every Nigerian child has access to quality oral healthcare.

Also speaking, President of the Nigerian Dental Association (NDA), Dr Elias Martins, reaffirmed the association’s commitment to improving child oral healthcare and called for stronger collaboration among dental professionals, policymakers, and other stakeholders to safeguard children’s oral health.

Martins, who was represented by Dr Adesola Odofin, said protecting children’s oral health is essential to securing the nation’s future, adding that the NDA would continue to champion child oral health through advocacy, policy engagement and nationwide awareness campaigns.

He noted that the association has prioritised universal access to oral healthcare for children through initiatives such as World Oral Health Day, Talk to a Dentist, Pepsodent Oral Health for Schools and Colgate Impact Oral Health, which reached more than five million children last year.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) of the University of Ibadan, Prof. Juwon Arotiba, also called on dental professionals to embrace innovation, technology and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve paediatric oral healthcare and ensure every Nigerian child has access to quality dental services.

Arotiba stressed the need for greater investment in modern diagnostic technologies, continuous professional education, and community outreach programmes capable of reaching underserved populations.

He noted that dental practitioners are often among the first professionals to detect signs of child abuse during routine examinations and urged stronger collaboration among dentists, paediatricians, psychiatrists, social workers and educators to identify, report and prevent abuse while promoting children’s safety and well-being.

According to him, dentistry is not only about treating teeth but also about protecting children’s dignity, trust and overall welfare.

Chairperson of the opening ceremony, Prof. Gbemi Oke, urged paediatric dental professionals to strengthen collaboration, prioritise preventive care and leverage interdisciplinary partnerships to improve oral healthcare outcomes for Nigerian children.

Oke stressed that oral health is fundamental to overall health, warning that neglecting diseases of the mouth can have serious consequences for general well-being. She described paediatric dentists as uniquely positioned to shape healthy habits from childhood through their compassionate and patient-centred approach.

She also underscored the importance of recognising and celebrating healthcare professionals, saying that such recognition could help address the growing challenge of brain drain in the health sector.

Earlier, the Chairperson of the Local Organising Committee of the conference, Dr Omobola Olanloye, said the conference theme underscores the need for practitioners to adapt to technological advancements, changing disease patterns, emerging evidence and evolving patient expectations while strengthening efforts to deliver quality care.

Olanloye urged members of the association to uphold the values of excellence, mentorship, collaboration and innovation, expressing optimism that the conference would inspire fresh ideas, stronger partnerships and renewed commitment to ensuring every Nigerian child enjoys a healthy smile and a brighter future.