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Bowen University Teaching Hospital Empowers Women with Breastfeeding Awareness at WMU Conference

In line with its strong commitment to community health education and support , the Bowen University Teaching Hospital (BUTH), Ogbomoso , on Monday, 25th August 2025, delivered a powerful health talk on the importance of breastfeeding. The awareness session was organized during the ongoing Baptist Women’s Missionary Union (WMU) Conference in Session , held at the Baptist Beulah Centre, Ogbomoso. The initiative reflects BUTH’s mission of promoting preventive health measures and empowering women with knowledge that strengthens both maternal and child wellbeing. Why Breastfeeding Matters The health talk, presented by Mrs. M.O. Taiwo , the Deputy Head of Nursing Services at BUTH, focused on the vital role breastfeeding plays in child survival and maternal health . She explained that breastfeeding is not just a natural way of feeding an infant but a life-saving practice with long-term health, emotional, and economic benefits. Benefits for Mothers Reduces the risk of breast and ovaria...

Alaafin vs Ooni: Yoruba Supremacy Clash or Call for Unity?

The Yoruba race, one of Africa’s most culturally rich civilizations, has always revered its monarchs as custodians of tradition, authority, and spiritual heritage. But in 2025, the spotlight is on a growing rift between the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I , and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja II) . What began as a ceremonial conferment of a chieftaincy title has now escalated into a 48-hour ultimatum , fiery debates on supremacy, and viral social media battles. Is this just another episode in their centuries-old rivalry—or a test of Yoruba unity in a modern Nigeria? The Flashpoint: The “Okanlomo of Yorubaland” Title On August 17, 2025 , the Ooni of Ife conferred the title “Okanlomo of Yorubaland” on Ibadan business mogul Dotun Sanusi (Ilaji Resort owner) . The move, intended as recognition of Sanusi’s philanthropy, was seen by the Alaafin as an overreach. By the next day, the Alaafin’s palace issued a 48-hour ultimatum , demanding the title’s rev...

KWAM 1 vs. KWAM 2: Nigeria’s Viral Debate on Justice, Celebrity, and Double Standards

The Debate That’s Trending Nationwide. In August 2025, Nigeria found itself engrossed in a powerful social media debate over two aviation incidents: KWAM 1 and KWAM 2 . These terms, coined by netizens, represent high-profile cases involving airport misconduct. Despite similar circumstances, one gained leniency while the other faced harsh repercussions—fueling a national conversation on celebrity privilege, fairness, and systemic inequalities. What Are KWAM 1 and KWAM 2? KWAM 1 : Fuji legend K1 De Ultimate (King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal) sparked outrage after delaying a ValueJet flight at Abuja Airport by refusing to board and allegedly dousing crew members with contents of a flask. Despite the disruption, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) suspended his flight ban to one month, restored pilots’ licenses after the same period, and appointed him (unpaid) as an airport security ambassador. KWAM 2 : Contrastingly, Comfort Emmanson , an Ibom Air cabin crew member, was arre...

COLLEGE OF NURSING SCIENCES, BUTH OGBOMOSO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

POST UTME SCREENING FOR ADMISSION INTO ND/HND NURSING PROGRAMME 2025/2026 ACADEMIC SESSION OFFICIALLY CLOSED