NSP, ACAPN Oppose Diploma And Technician Cadres In Physiotherapy

/by

Members of the Association of Clinical and Academic Physiotherapists of Nigeria (ACAPN) and the Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy (NSP) have voiced grave concerns regarding the Medical Rehabilitation Board of Nigeria’s (MRTB) decision to establish a Diploma/Technician cadre in medical rehabilitation and physiotherapy in the nation.

Speaking to reporters in Lagos yesterday, ACAPN President Prof. Udoka Okafor revealed that MRTB recently implemented contentious policies and rules that practitioners completely rejected due to accusations and suspicions of a conflict of interest involving the board’s registrar.

Okafor stated that both professional bodies have issued collective resolutions stating “no to Diploma/Technician cadre in Physiotherapy/Medical rehabilitation in Nigeria,” claiming that the development would result in quackery in the country’s medical practice.

“As we prepare for our upcoming Unity Conference in Kano State in October 2026, we, the Presidents of NSP and ACAPN, wish to inform all physiotherapists at home and in the Diaspora, the Government Agencies and our Regulatory Board (and other relevant stakeholders), that all physiotherapists in Nigeria have come together in unity,” stated Okafor.

NSP President Dr. Felix Oyinlola Odusanya noted that the MRTB Board under the Registrar appears to pursue role conflict and has failed to fulfill its statutory duties of professional licensing as a result of the Federal Government’s non-constitution of the board in recent years.

Primate Ayodele Accuses Lauretta Onochie Of Using AI To Manipulate Prophecy, Threatens Legal Action

/by

The Primate of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Elijah Ayodele, has accused former presidential aide, Lauretta Onochie and other politicians of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to alter his prophecies to mislead the public and promote political interests.

This was revealed by Ayodele after a video purportedly shared by Onochie went viral on social media showing him as saying that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would not return to power in 2027, and that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar would have an advantage over other contenders.

His media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, in a statement signed on Monday, described the video as AI-generated and ‘a total falsehood,’ adding that the cleric never made such a statement during the public presentation of the 2026/2027 edition of his annual prophecy book, ‘Warnings To The Nations,’ which was held Saturday.

He cautioned politicians against using the new technologies to distort his messages, saying it was unethical, criminal and offensive to God.

Ayodele stated that the growing desperation among some political actors to win public sympathy has reached a frightening level, leading to the fabrication and manipulation of religious pronouncements to serve their political agenda.

The cleric explained that when he unveiled his prophecy book, he did not predict the outcome of the 2027 presidential election because he had not been given divine permission to reveal such information to the public.

I never said that anyone was a winner or a loser in the presentation of my prophecy book,” he said. “I told the journalists there that I have not been given clearance from God to make that revelation public.”

Court Grants Peller N500,000 Bail Following Arraignment For Allegedly Threatening Police

/by

A Lagos Magistrate Court has granted bail of ₦500,000 to TikTok content creator, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, and his accomplice, Bello Oladipo, who were arraigned over an allegation of obstructing police officers during an operation.

The report said the pair pleaded not guilty to the charges preferred against them by the Lagos State Police Command and were granted bail by the court.

They were required to provide two sureties, one of whom must be a blood relative.

The court further directed them to produce their tax clearance documents for two years before the bail conditions could be fulfilled.

The case was then adjourned to 11th August for further hearing.

Linda Ikeji reports that the charges against Peller and Oladipo were brought after an occurrence on July 2 along Coastal Road, Lekki, Lagos, when police officers allegedly stopped the TikTok star over a car said to be driving without number plates.

It was reported that Peller told the officers that the vehicle was newly bought, but the officers insisted he should follow them to the station.

Things then took a turn for the worse when the content creator started recording the interaction with his phone.

The TikTok personality later accused the officers of acting aggressively during the incident, but the police command dismissed the claims and filed charges against him and his associate.

The pair are also charged with resisting police officers, preventing officers from carrying out their duties and acting in a manner which could lead to a breach of the peace.

Nigerian Student Graduates with Outstanding 4.90 CGPA from Russian Medical School

/by

A Nigerian student, Dorcas Akanbi, has graduated from a medical school in Russia with an outstanding cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.90 out of 5.00.

The academic feat has drawn praise from Nigerians, with many describing it as a testament to hard work, discipline and academic excellence.

Akanbi completed her medical training with distinction, emerging as one of the top-performing graduates in her class.

Her achievement has been celebrated on social media, where many users commended her dedication and resilience throughout the demanding medical programme.

Observers say her success reflects the growing impact of Nigerian students studying abroad and excelling in various fields despite the challenges associated with international education.

The accomplishment also serves as an inspiration to young Nigerians aspiring to pursue careers in medicine and other professional disciplines.

Dorcas Akanbi’s graduation adds to the growing list of Nigerians making remarkable academic achievements on the global stage, reinforcing the country’s reputation for producing talented professionals across different sectors.

Toke Makinwa Explains Why Nigerian Men Always Offer Women Money

/by

Nollywood actress and media personality, Toke Makinwa has debunked claims that modern Nigerian women are too materialistic, or are only interested in relationships for financial gain.

Makinwa stated that romantic relationships between men and women had always involved some form of exchange, adding that the trend did not start with modern-day Nigerian women.

Makinwa said relationships have been transactional “from time immemorial” in an interview on a recent episode of the MENtality podcast hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.

She said, “It’s always been a transactional relationship between a man and a woman, ever since the Garden of Eden, ever since our parents’ times. And the level at which it is happening now I will blame men. Sometimes, that’s all a man has to offer.”

She said that Nigerian women are often accused of being materialistic because many men approach relationships by using money as their main attraction.

‘Nigerian Men Have No Game Just Cash
Makinwa also cited that some Nigerian men rely heavily on their financial capacity as they do not have other qualities to build romantic connections, Naija News understands.

Nigerian men have no games apart from money. When a Nigerian man gets money he starts throwing money at the hottest girls. Sometimes you meet a guy and you want to know him but he is giving you money,” she said.

“Some women have come to have materialistic expectations because men have over and over again put money forward as the main value they bring to relationships,” the media personality added.

“Men have given women the weirdest things and it made me realize that men think money is all they need to show you. “Many girls today are materialistic because men have taught them to demand,” Makinwa added.

Spyro Reveals How He Met His Wife At A Nightclub

/by

Nigerian singer Spyro has shared how he met his wife Janet Atom, explaining that their relationship began when they crossed paths at a nightclub.

According to Esther Feyi in an interview, the music star said that they did not meet as she was out having fun. She was working at the club at the time instead.

He said he wasn’t criticising clubbers though it was her job at the club that attracted his attention.

Spyro said he was curious as to why she worked there, and started a conversation with her.

As they kept talking they made a friendship that was made better by the time.

The singer said, “In that friendship he later realized she had all the qualities he had been looking for in a life partner.

He said he wasn’t thinking about marriage when they first met but got to know her better and his feelings grew.

“I met my partner working in the club, not partying in the club, but that doesn’t mean partying is wrong. But she was working there and that’s how I met her. I wanted to know why she was there and why she was working at the club, and that’s why I had my first conversation with her.

We talked and we became friends. “The one day my eyes popped up and I was like ‘Oh what I have been looking for was right in front of me.’ because I wasn’t really thinking of making it a lifetime thing, so I said before I quickly miss it, lemme swing into action…” he said.