CAF 2025: Sassi Admits Tunisia’s Costly Errors in Narrow Loss to Nigeria By Oladejo Tiwatayo Tunisia captain Ferjani Sassi has openly admitted that avoidable mistakes and a lack of assertiveness cost his side dearly in their 3–2 defeat to Nigeria during the second round of Group C matches at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Carthage Eagles were left with too much ground to recover after conceding three goals before the final quarter-hour, despite a spirited late fightback that briefly threatened to deny the Super Eagles victory. Nigeria seized control of the contest just before halftime when Victor Osimhen…
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Super Eagles Outlast Tunisia with a 3–2 win to Reach AFCON Round of 16 By Oladejo Eriyimika The Super Eagles of Nigeria sealed an early place in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday night after a thrilling 3–2 victory over long-time rivals Tunisia in their Group C encounter at the Fez Stadium, Morocco. Victor Osimhen once again proved decisive as Nigeria dominated large stretches of the contest, scoring once and playing a key role in the other two goals before withstanding a spirited late rally from the Carthage Eagles. Nigeria looked sharper and…
‘Three Points Are the Priority’ — Ndidi Speaks After Super Eagles’ AFCON Victory Over Tanzania By Tiwatayo Oladejo Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has stressed that securing maximum points was the most important takeaway after Nigeria opened their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 2–1 win against Tanzania. Reacting after the Group C encounter at the Fez Stadium on Tuesday, Ndidi explained that opening matches at major tournaments often come with unique challenges, as teams work to find their rhythm, sharpness, and mental balance. “The first game of any competition is usually tricky,” Ndidi said. “You are still…
Students Applaud Udeh’s Youth, Healthcare Impact at Birthday Award Ceremony By Eriyimika Oladejo Pharm. Judith Ugozi Udeh was on Sunday celebrated by Nigerian university students for her remarkable contributions to youth empowerment, mentorship, and healthcare delivery, as the Nigerian Association of University Students (NAUS) honoured her with an award during her birthday celebration in Lagos. The recognition, which attracted resounding applause from guests, was presented in acknowledgement of Udeh’s sustained commitment to supporting students, promoting pharmaceutical excellence, and inspiring young Nigerians through service and professional integrity. The award added public significance to what was otherwise a personal milestone. Held at…
Geneith @25: Industry Leaders Laud Manufacturing Push, Call for Stronger Local Pharma Support As Geneith Pharmaceuticals Limited marked its 25th anniversary at the Orchid Hotel, Lekki, industry stakeholders, dignitaries, and healthcare experts lauded the company’s growth, innovative drive, and renewed emphasis on local pharmaceutical manufacturing, describing domestic production as critical for medicine security, affordability, and public health resilience in Nigeria. Speaking at the event, Chief Emmanuel Umenwa, MD/CEO of Geneith, traced the company’s journey from a small marketing outfit in 2000 to a nationally recognised pharmaceutical firm with wide-reaching product penetration across antimalarials, antibiotics, metabolic drugs, analgesics, nutritional supplements, and…
Pharmacist Decries Loss of Empathy in Nigerian Healthcare, Announces Panel to Restore Humanity in Care A pharmacist and healthcare analyst, Pharm. Judith Ngozi Udeh, Principal Manager, Marketing, Geneith Pharmaceuticals Limited, has expressed deep concern over the declining level of empathy among healthcare workers in Nigeria, describing it as a dangerous trend that undermines patient confidence and quality of care. Speaking on her health podcast, Udeh shared a personal experience she described as “emotionally draining,” lamenting that many patients now leave hospitals more traumatised than they came, not because of their illnesses, but because of the attitude of caregivers. READ ALSO: Experts…
Geneith Warns Against Misuse of Malaria Drugs, Reaffirms CAMOSUNATE as Trusted ACT Solution As malaria remains a major public health concern in Nigeria, Geneith Pharmaceuticals Limited has reiterated its commitment to providing reliable treatment options while urging responsible drug use to ensure effective outcomes. In a statement signed by the company’s Chairman, Chief Emmanuel Umenwa, and released to the media, Pharm. Abimbola Bowoto, Assistant General Manager, Sales and Marketing at Geneith Pharmaceuticals, noted that while progress has been made in malaria control, challenges persist due to emerging drug-resistant strains and widespread misuse of medications, often fuelled by misconceptions about side…
Experts Urge Nigerians to Tackle Heart Disease as Victory Drugs Holds Free Health Outreach in Lagos Health professionals, faith leaders, and community figures have called for stronger preventive action against heart disease, as Victory Drugs Pharmacy, Festac Town, Lagos, hosted a free community heart health fair on 1 October 2025. The event, which coincided with World Heart Day (marked globally every 29 September) and the birthday of the pharmacy’s founder, Pharm. Folashade Lawal offered free screenings and medical consultations for residents. READ ALSO: Mandy Kiss Cancels Controversial ‘Sex With 100 Men’ Attempt Held at the Church of the Pentecost, Festac, the outreach…
Olubadan Urges Tinubu to Approve Ibadan State Before 2027 The 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to approve the creation of an Ibadan State before the end of his first term in office. Oba Ladoja made the call shortly after receiving the Staff of Office from Governor Seyi Makinde during his coronation ceremony at Mapo Hall, Ibadan, on Thursday. Speaking in Yoruba, the monarch conveyed the demand of his people: “My people sent me a message to Mr President. Mr President, they said the creation of Ibadan State is their priority.”…
Mandy Kiss Cancels Controversial ‘Sex With 100 Men’ Attempt Nigerian social media personality, Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi, popularly known as Mandy Kiss, has retracted her controversial plan to have sex with 100 men in 24 hours, admitting it was a publicity stunt. The self-styled “First Lady of Olosho” had earlier announced the event — which she claimed was intended to break a Guinness World Record (GWR) — and scheduled it for October 30 in Ikorodu, Lagos. However, in a fresh post on Instagram, Mandy Kiss confessed that the entire plan was a hoax designed to drive engagement on her platforms. “I am…