NEWS

Family Planning: NASS Pledges Improved Allocation

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7 years ago

July 12, 2017

Family Planning: NASS Pledges Improved Allocation

The National Assembly (NASS) on Tuesday assured stakeholders of improved budgetary allocation to Family Planning (FP) services for a healthy population.

Hon. Mohammed Mahmud, Chairman House Committee on Population and National Identity, gave the assurance when FP Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) paid advocacy visit to NASS as part of activities to commemorate 2017 World Population Day (WPD) in Abuja.

The annual WPD is commemorated on July 11 and has “Family Planning, Child Spacing: Empowering People, Developing Nation” as the theme for this year.

Mahmud, who said that Nigeria’s current population of over 180 million was alarming, emphasised that the only way to curtail this was to ensure voluntary, safe and cheaper access to family planning.

This, he noted, could be possible through improved budgetary allocation and timely release and judicious use of such money.

The senator explained that when women got access to FP services, they would be able to raise healthy families which would directly reflect on the health of the nation.

According to him, access to FP is an indicator of a nation’s economic development and healthy population.

Hon. Uthman Hunkuyi, Chairman Senate Committee on Population and National Identity and senator representing Kaduna North, said increased budgetary allocation was a huge step but its utilisation on intended purpose was another.

Hunkuyi solicited the cooperation of CSOs on budget tracking to ensure judicious use of whatever money targeted at improving maternal and child health to ensure healthy population.

He said “the issue of family planning, child spacing and empowerment are issues that have to do with planning and in this case, we learn from the past and project for the future.

“Considering the rapid growth in our population, the quality of life will be affected if nothing is urgently done because there will be problem of housing, the lack of job, among others.

“We are always ready and will do our best to ensure we play our role with regard to the nation’s demographic issues which has to do with the management of our population.”

Earlier, Dr Adenike Adeyemi, Member, Board of Trustees, Association for Advancement of Family Planning (AAFP), said the visit was to solicit the support of the government in ensuring increased and prompt budgetary allocation for family planning.

Adeyemi said that the vision of the organisation was for every family in the country to access quality, safe, voluntary family planning as a right.

She explained that women who adopted family planning were healthier and at lower risk of maternal death, likewise their children.

She decried the death of women due to pregnancy complications, stressing, however, that “successful planning programmes could reduce maternal death by 33 per cent and child death by 20 per cent.

“Access to voluntary FP services as human right is central to quality and women empowerment which is key in poverty reduction.

“Investing in FP is investing in the health and rights of women and couples in Nigeria and achieving Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 is greatly dependent on how well the sexual and reproductive rights of women and young people are fulfilled.”

Dr Daniel Aliyu, Honourable Federal Commissioner, FCT National Population Commission, expressed displeasure over the lack of legislation on family planning.

He described it as a challenge in addressing the nation’s population growth.

According to him, availability of legislation will ensure provision of money to
sensitise the populace on the need to plan the family.

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Dele Farotimi Breaks Silence After Release From Detention

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December 25, 2024

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Activist lawyer and author Dele Farotimi maintained his stance against Senior Advocate of Nigeria Afe Babalola during a press conference in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday, following his release from detention.

Farotimi addressed reporters to restate his previous allegations against the prominent legal figure.

“I have never lied against anyone. If I don’t know, I will say I don’t know. The truth is enough—it is the only weapon with which you can slay the monster called Nigeria.”

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— Inibehe Effiong (@InibeheEffiong) December 24, 2024

The Ekiti State Correctional Centre detained Farotimi after defamation allegations emerged against him.

His book “Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System” contains specific allegations of unethical conduct against Babalola, claims which Farotimi continues to defend as accurate.

The author stands by the investigative findings detailed in his publication despite the legal challenges he has faced.

“I understand the challenges that come with fighting entrenched powers, but I remain steadfast in my commitment to the truth,” he added.

An Ado-Ekiti magistrate court released Farotimi on December 20 after he met multiple bail conditions.

These conditions included posting a ₦30 million bond, securing two sureties with one being a property owner, and surrendering his passport. The court also restricted Farotimi, barring him from giving interviews to the media.

The case has ignited widespread discussions within Nigeria’s legal community regarding press freedom and institutional influence in the justice system.

Legal experts and civil rights advocates now await the forthcoming court proceedings, which will examine the merits of both the defamation claims and Farotimi’s defence.

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MOVIES

Funke Akindele’s “Everybody Loves Jenifa” Rakes Box Office With ₦511 Million In Just 12 Days

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December 24, 2024

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Funke Akindele’s comedy film “Everybody Loves Jenifa” has shattered Nigerian box office records by earning ₦511 million within just 12 days of its release.

FilmOne, the film’s distributor, revealed that this remarkable achievement makes it both the highest-grossing Nollywood film of 2024. It is also the fastest Nigerian movie to reach the ₦500 million milestone.

“History Made! Everybody Loves Jenifa smashes records with ₦511M at the box office, becoming 2024’s highest-grossing Nollywood title and the fastest to hit ₦500M in just 12 days! Don’t stop! Let’s smash the record books. Watch Everybody Loves Jenifa in cinemas near you,” the post said.

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“Everybody Loves Jenifa” achieved unprecedented success by generating ₦206 million during its opening weekend. It established a new record for the highest-grossing opening weekend in Nollywood history.

The film demonstrated its immediate appeal by earning ₦87.8 million on its first day. This set another record for the highest single-day earnings in Nigerian cinema.

Funke Akindele masterfully reprised her beloved Jenifa character, delivering a performance that perfectly captured the character’s signature humour and charm.

The narrative follows Jenifa through an engaging storyline filled with personal growth, fame-related challenges, and comedic situations that resonated deeply with audiences across Nigerian theatres.

Akindele’s marketing strategy proved exceptionally effective. Moreso, she implemented comprehensive social media campaigns and made strategic appearances at various cinemas to connect with viewers.

Her promotional efforts transformed the film’s release into a cultural phenomenon that extended beyond traditional movie-watching.

The film features an impressive ensemble cast including Falz, Omotunde ‘Lolo’ Adebowale-David, Olayode Juliana, Chimezie Imo, Layi Wasabi, Bisola Aiyeola, Jackie Appiah, and Omowunmi Dada.

These actors collectively bring depth to this comedy-drama that successfully weaves together humorous moments, emotional depth, and surprising plot developments.

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MUSIC

Tems Debut Album Ranks #2 On Billboard’s R&B List Of 2024

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December 20, 2024

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Tems’ Global Impact: A Billboard Recognition

Tems, a global music sensation, has solidified her position as one of Africa’s most successful artists, with her album captivating millions of fans worldwide and garnering numerous prestigious awards.

In a recent testament to her talent, her debut album secured the second spot on Billboard’s list of the best R&B albums of 2025.

This remarkable achievement places Tems alongside renowned artists such as Chris Brown, PartyNextDoor, Muni Long, and Bryson Tiller.

Furthermore, Billboard has praised Tems’ music for transcending the boundaries of Afrobeats, resonating with audiences across the globe.

“The Nigerian star finds her footing in the global spotlight and stands firmly in her purpose on her dazzling debut album Born in the Wild.

“She opens up about surviving her mental wilderness and learning to thrive in it on the opening acoustic ballad that shares the album’s title.

“And on the mid-tempo standout “Burning,” Tems confronts the trappings of her newfound stardom but finds comfort in the collective struggle. As someone who’s studied Céline Dion, Destiny’s Child, and Mariah Carey and dreamt of making soul-stirring songs that send people into their feelings, Tems succeeded with aplomb.

“Born in the Wild became her highest-charting project on Top R&B Albums (reaching No. 5) and marked her career-first entry on the Billboard 200, peaking at No. 56.

“And while Born in the Wild and “Love Me JeJe” earned Tems 2025 Grammy nominations for Best Global Music Album and Best African Music Performance, respectively, her best R&B song nod for “Burning” further reinforced the rich diversity of her music– and the notion that African artists like Tems cannot be bound to the catchall “Afrobeats” term, as their music has traveled well past the borders of the continent. – H.M.”

Tems’ debut album, “Born In The Wild,” received critical acclaim in the United States.

Indeed, the album earned a Grammy nomination for Best Global Album.

Additionally, her single “Burning” broke records by securing a nomination for Best R&B Song. Meanwhile, “Love Me Jeje” received a nomination for Best African Music Performance.

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