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Badagry Residents Receive Free Prostate Cancer Screening
The medical outreach team and some of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) pose for a photograph during the prostate cancer awareness and screening in Badagry.
Covenant Applied Informatics and Communication, Africa Centre of Excellence (CAPIC-ACE), in partnership with Covenant University Community Development Impact Initiatives Committee (CU-CIIDC), the All Farmers Association of Nigeria, Badagry Zone and Beulah World Initiative (BWI) at the weekend conducted free Prostate Cancer awareness and screening for farmers in the zone.
The medical outreach team cautioned that farmers and men, especially those within the age of 40 and beyond, are at risk of prostate cancer.
Against this backdrop, they urged men to go for medical checkups regularly to guide against prostate cancer and other related medical conditions as it is on the rise and the health of farmers, considering their role in the nation’s development, needs to be prioritised.
This admonition was handed by Covenant University Ota, Ogun State, during the institution’s Prostate Cancer awareness and free screening programme held over the weekend at the Badagry Local Government.
The activity saw over 200 participants undergo free tests, health talks on prostate cancer, enlightenment on general wellness, and medical advice, among others.
Addressing participants during a health talk session, Head CU Medical Centre, Dr Ademola Adebanjo, who identified symptoms of prostate cancer in men, said there is the possibility that some of them may have been experiencing similar symptoms, but applying different medications; hence the need to stop such an approach.
He said: “Prostate cancer is on the rise, and the symptoms are simple – urinary problems like going to the toilet often; getting to the bathroom but not being able to urinate; urinating but stopping midway; being unable to hold urine; or blood in the urine and all of that.
He said many of these symptoms happen to men, but unfortunately, many ignorantly use the wrong medications, saying such a scenario is akin to using the drugs for leprosy to treat malaria.
“Regrettably, many of them would probably have gone too far (in using wrong medications) and before they realised what was happening, the situation may have been prostate cancer that is now too advanced. That is why we are educating you all on the need to go for checks whenever you suspect you experience any of those symptoms.”
Adebanjo who described prostate cancer as the second deadliest for men after lung cancer, added that black men are more vulnerable to its infection than their white counterparts.
To guard against prostate cancer, he advised men to have plenty of sleep, maintain a healthy diet, avoid fatty food, exercise regularly, and stay off excessive alcohol consumption.
Similarly, the leader of CApiC-ACE, Prof Emeka Iweala, noted that the exercise forms a part of the six-year-old centre, geared towards fulfilling one of her core mandates of community engagement.
“We have done so many outreaches, but this is our first time in Badagry,” he continued, “One interesting thing about this outreach is that we are doing it for a specified population, which is farmers.
“We know how critical the role of farmers is to the nation. If the farmers are healthy, then we can rest assured of a regular food supply.”
Further, Iweala said, aside from admonishing farmers to know their status, the initiative is also to allay their fears that prostate cancer is tantamount to a death sentence.
“We are conducting free screening and tests for prostate cancer so that members of the community can know their status. Once they know their status, they know what to do next. Those who are negative only need to know how to prevent them, while those who are positive are enlightened on how to manage them.”
Going down memory lane, Chairman, All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Badagry chapter, Alhaji Oyelekan Muftau Abiodun, recalled how he crossed paths with CAPI-ACE through one of their members.
He explained how he was buoyed into approaching them for collaborations because many of their members are ageing, and therefore needed the screening.
“This enlightenment is like an eye-opener for us,” Oyelekan stressed while underscoring the merits of the exercise.
“Just imagine when you are ignorant of something and here you have experts who are now shedding light on it. It’s not just about the empowerment, entertainment and the hospitality aspect, but the real message embedded in prostate cancer.”
Two of the beneficiaries, Olaleetan Elisha and Haruna Asegun, are happy that if anything, the talk allayed their fears of prostate cancer.
“I’ve heard about it (prostate cancer) before,” said Elisha, 59.
“Even though I have not experienced any of the symptoms mentioned during the health talk, I have always been reluctant to go for the test because of the fear of testing positive. But today, my fear was allayed. I now know that even if prostate cancer is detected early, it can still be treated.”
On his part, Asegun 52, hopes the marriage between the farmers and CU would continue as the latter constantly needs such education to stay healthy and be more productive.
Meanwhile, one of the partners of the outreach programme, Beulah World Initiative (BWI), expressed how glad they were to collaborate with CU since their mandates aligned.
Founder/Coordinator of BWI Ms. Chichi Ononiwu, outlines the tasks of the initiative.
“Our organisation pushes primary healthcare across rural communities in Nigeria. We have had over 120 outreaches in rural communities so far. We normally treat people, and conduct varying tests like blood, HIV/STD, genotype, eye, blood sugar and malaria. We also give out free drugs, eyeglasses, as well as free food to the elderly within the 65 and upward age bracket,” she said.
Ononiwu also identified some challenges ahead of the event.
“The test has been done and blood samples collected. We are going to give them their results in a few days. We will not stop here. We continue the free enlightenment for as many as require our assistance,” she concluded.
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The Vice Chancellor of Atiba University, Oyo, Professor Sunday Okeniyi, has enjoined the newly employed staff of the institution to develop the spirit of teamwork, respect, and discipline, which are the hallmarks of every successful institution.
Okeniyi disclosed this during the orientation programme for the newly employed staff of the institution.
While welcoming the newly employed staff, he also congratulated them on their successful appointment into the fast-rising institution. “Your joining us today is not by chance, but by merit, commitment, and the will of God. Atiba University is a citadel of learning and character formation, envisioned to nurture and produce men and women of excellence, integrity, and service. By becoming part of this family, you are now co-builders of this noble vision.”
The V-C said the orientation programme was a deliberate initiative of the management to formally integrate the new staff into the University system. “It is designed to give you a clear understanding of our mission, vision, core values, rules, and operational culture. Our goal is not just for you to work here, but for you to thrive, contribute meaningfully, and leave an indelible mark on the growth and transformation of this University.”
He explained that the university places a premium on academic excellence, innovative research, moral uprightness, and community development. These values define the identity and are the standards the staff must all uphold in their respective assignments—whether as academic staff shaping young minds or as non-teaching staff providing essential support services that make our work possible.
While admitting much needed to be done, Okeniyi said the institution has recorded remarkable progress within a short time. “The future we envision—a future of global competitiveness, leadership in innovation and knowledge, and impact within and beyond Nigeria—requires the collective commitment of every member of staff. That includes you. Your dedication, creativity, and professionalism are needed to propel us forward,” he said.
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This Is War, Kill Every Single One Of Them – Fani-Kayode Blows Hot Over Zamfara Mosque Massacre
Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned the gruesome murder of five worshippers during an early morning prayer in Yandoto village, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
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Speaking via his 𝕏 account, he insisted that the killers should be wiped out, adding that there should be no room for discussions or negotiations.
Fani-Kayode asserted that the killers are terrorists not bandits and described their actions as an act of war.
He wrote: “These are not bandits. Pls stop calling them bandits. They are bloodthirsty killers and terrorists and every single one of them should be wiped off the face of the earth.
“If our people cannot worship God in peace then we have nothing. No negotiation, no discussion, no ransom payments, no rehabilitation.
“This is WAR. Kill every single one of them, wipe out their blood line and decimate their communities and abodes. There is no place on earth for those that slaughter innocent civilians.”
Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has accused Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of failing to address the escalating banditry crisis in the state.
Naija News reports that a deadly attack occurred on Sunday in Oke-Ode, Ifelodun Local Government Area, which left several residents and vigilante members dead.
Speaking via a statement on Monday, the Publicity Secretary of the party, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, described the massacre as “a despicable and senseless act.”
He blamed the governor for the insecurity situation in the state, noting that it is a monumental leadership failure.
Adewara said, “The gruesome videos of the casualties circulating online make it look like Kwara is now at war. Under AbdulRahman’s watch, terror is reigning, kidnappers are taking over rural villages, and nowhere is safe again.”
The opposition party faulted AbdulRazaq’s alleged silence and absence from the affected community, insisting that a responsible leader should have personally visited Oke-Ode to commiserate with victims’ families and give assurances of decisive action.
It further accused the governor of neglecting local vigilantes and security personnel “battling criminals in the bush,” while diverting funds to “footballers and entertainers outside the state.”
The PDP’s criticism comes amid rising concern in Kwara North, where repeated bandit attacks have forced residents to abandon farms, schools, and businesses.
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Nigeria @65: Atiku Knocks Tinubu’s Government In Strongly-Worded Independence Day Message; Details Emerge
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has praised Nigerians for what he described as “uncommon patience, endurance, and resilience despite living under suffocating socio-economic and security conditions”
In his Independence Day message to Nigerians, the opposition leader alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) administration had abandoned Nigerians to their fate
Atiku lamented that Nigerians were enduring pains from “raging insecurity, rising food scarcity, mass unemployment, and a dangerous climate of hopelessness all “compounded by the insensitivity of the APC-led administration
In an Independence Day message released by his media office, obtained by Legit.ng, Atiku lamented that Nigerians are enduring excruciating pains from raging insecurity, rising food scarcity, mass unemployment, and a dangerous climate of hopelessness.
The presidential hopeful accused the Tinubu administration of being insensitive to the plight of Nigerians.
Atiku declared: “It is tragic that in a country blessed with immense human and material resources, millions of our people have been reduced to refugees and beggars in their fatherland. Every responsible government holds the welfare and security of its citizens as supreme. But what we have today is an administration that has abandoned its people. Hunger is killing Nigerians, bandits are massacring communities, yet President Tinubu and his cabinet stand by, unmoved and uncaring.”
Furthermore, Atiku called on citizens not to lose faith, reminding Nigerians that the 2027 election provides a clear opportunity to reject bad leadership and reclaim the promise of a better tomorrow.
He said: “The beauty of democracy lies in the power of the ballot. Oppressed and battered as our people may feel today, they will have the chance to sweep away this inept government at the next polls. That is the power no cabal can take away from the people.”
At 65, Atiku noted, Nigeria remains “a giant moving painfully slow on feet of clay”.
The 78-year-old blamed Nigeria’s condition on “a direct result of decades of poor leadership and wasteful governance.”
He bemoaned: “Yet, he urged Nigerians to keep hope alive, insisting that with the right leadership, the country can still rise from the ashes of failed governance to reclaim its rightful place among the comity of nations.”
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