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 By Ajayi Olajumoke and Oshinbolu Bisola Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) came under attack on Saturday, February 26, 2022 in the course of carrying out the arrest of a suspected drug kingpin, Mrs Sherifat Lawal who was reportedly operating a notorious drug haven in the Patey Area of Lagos Island.  Despite the onslaught of the mobilised hoodlums attacking operatives of the NDLEA with stones, bottles and even guns, the raid saw the successful arrest of the major suspect and  Six others, recovering  5,862 kilograms of assorted illicit drugs including Loud and Codeine. This is one of the many stories of the raids of NDLEA that is now bringing to the fore of discussion the problem of drug abuse and trafficking in Nigeria and how threatened the future of the next generation is. A walk in Mushin, Bariga, Ajegulnle, Agege, Oshodi and many other areas in Lagos would paint a minor picture of how the misuse of drugs has caused great damage to the ...

By Asabor Gloria, Esther Olaifa, Blessing Edet, Igwejiakwu Mercy, Queen Alfred, Bamidele Olamide and Osadebe Precious The Student Representative Council has encouraged students to get their Permanent Voters Card by explaining the processes involved. In a WhatsApp message signed by the SRC President, Adesanya Adedapo, the process of registration and collection which has the online physical phase was duly explained and students were advised to do it as soon as possible. There is the online and physical phase of PVC registration. For the online, visit cvr.inec.org and fill in the necessary information. Then pick an area close to your respective houses to do the final registration. He stated. Adedapo said It's very important that every member of the school that are above 18 years of age do this and having PVC gives opportunities and power to decide how things will go come 2023."We are one of the major institutions of the society and If we cannot take decisions that affect us now, ...

By Miracle Beniah, Abatan Emmanuel and Erukubami Odunwole Last year was a year unpopular with the huge number of violent attacks on innocent Nigerians, especially the youths. Students of secondary and higher institutions were not sure of their safety anywhere; in school, at home or on their way to or from their schools.  National Youth Service Corps members are also not spared from the attacks.  In October, corp members were kidnapped by bandits in the Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara on their way to camp. Same last year a Youth Corps member, Victor Omah was declared missing by the Ebonyi State Police.  Recall that, in September 2021, pictures of pages of “Security Awareness and Education Handbook For Corps Members and Staff,” which contains some 'embarrassing' security tips surfaced online. Although it was originally denied by the body after the insistence of members of the public on social media and report of the Premium Times newspaper it was later admitted to be...

By Jessica Maduka Yoga is a mind and body practice that helps in controlling the mind, body and soul of an individual to achieve an optimum state of overall being. It brings together the physical and mental disciplines needed to achieve a peaceful body and mind and aids in stress and anxiety management. Yoga is a secret to increasing and improving respiration, body tone, flexibility, muscle strength and energy.  Practising yoga might seem like just stretching, but it can do much more for your body from the way you feel, look and move. It ensures the build-up of strength, flexibility and confidence. Regular practice of yoga can help lose weight, relieve stress, improve immunity and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Various styles of yoga combine physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation or relaxation. It involves movement, meditation, and breathing techniques to promote mental and physical well-being. Yoga offers physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages...

 By Bogunjoko Kemisola Guest speaker of MCDN IWD Open House Discussion flanked by Executive Director of MCDN and some students and young female journalists  at the MCDN Center in Ogba on Tuesday, March 8, 2022.  PC Bogunjoko Kemisola Students and young female journalists have been asked to lead the breaking of barriers campaign. Leading female experts in the media industry said this to the participants present at the Open House Discussion in commemoration of the 2022 International Women's Day organised by the Media Career Development Network yesterday. Themed #BreakingTheBias for students and young female journalists and Career Development Prospects, the program held at the MCDN Centre in Ogba had people like  Editor at Social Deva  News Mrs Funmi Folabi, Senior correspondent of  Vanguard Allure, Mrs Temitope Ojo, Deputy director Voice Of Nigeria (VON) Mrs Ugonma Cokey and the former chairman National Association of Women Journalist (NAWOJ) Lagos chapter...

OGBA RESIDENTS COMPLAIN OVER HYGIENE OF ROADSIDE FOOD by Aderinsola Oluwatosin Residents of Yaya Abatan street, Ogba  in Lagos have complained about the effects of lack of hygiene of roadside food in the area. In an interview with NIJ VOICE correspondent, Nike, a resident gave her experience about her encounter.    "It is not hygienic for me to buy food on the street. I have noticed food vendors use dirty water to prepare food, which can cause typhoid and the annoying part is that is common among all the vendors", she said. Joseph, a rice and beans seller , he explained a lot of traders pour saliva in the food that they are selling and during preparation process, the sweat will pour into the food and affect people that are buying those who patronize them. Another resident, Jasmine said she is not really a fan of roadside food, preferring home made food which she makes herself after experiencing purging from consuming roadside food. ''I have also noticed that some of ...