Did you know there’s a festival in India where people willingly get coconuts cracked on their heads?
This tradition takes place in parts of Tamil Nadu, especially at the Mahalakshmi Temple in Mettur. Devotees believe that breaking …
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Lagos community raises alarm over new cemetery site in Surulere
Residents of a community in Surulere have raised objections to the proposed construction of a cemetery in their area, saying …
Why I have attended a new church every Sunday this year - Lagos man
Paul Adegoke says he has committed himself to attending a new church every Sunday and expects to visit 52 churches …
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US BILL LABELING CHRISTIAN ‘GENOCIDE’ STIRS FIERCE NIGERIAN BACKLASH
On October 8, 2025, Nigeria’s House of Representatives unanimously condemned a US Senate bill alleging a “genocide” of 62,000 Christians …
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TINUBU GRANTS CLEMENCY TO 175, INCLUDING HISTORICAL ICONS
On October 9, 2025, President Bola Tinubu announced clemency for 175 individuals, including posthumous pardons for nationalist Herbert Macaulay and …
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NCC PUSHES DIGITAL INCLUSION ON WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY
On October 10, 2025, themed “Mental Health in Catastrophes,” the Nigerian Communications Commission’s Aminu Maida advocated broadband expansion to support …
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Ways to reduce screen time for healthy vision
Reducing screen time is important for maintaining healthy vision and preventing digital eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome.Screens …
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How to protect yourself from sexual predators
From time to time, social media is awash with lurid stories of girls and women across the country that had …
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Food crises: Six tips on how to own a thriving home garden
The cost of buying fresh fruits and vegetables from the market has skyrocketed, prompting many to consider owning a home …
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6 ways to handle a child with substance abuse
Substance abuse among children is a significant concern, with various studies indicating that it often begins from adolescence. According to …
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6 ways to handle a child with substance abuse6 ways to handle a child with substance abuse
Substance abuse among children is a significant concern, with various studies indicating that it often begins from adolescence.According to the …
PUNCH Panorama: Common regrets people have as they get older
As the year is gradually coming to an end, there may be many decisions you would have taken since January …