Storytimes Newspapers

  In a proactive response to growing public health concerns, the Ogun State Government has commenced an independent and extensive screening exercise, testing more than 500 residents for lead poisoning in the Ogijo community. The audit, described as a "major health audit," is being conducted in collaboration with relevant medical experts and institutions, including the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR). Fieldwork reportedly began last week, with over 500 blood samples already collected using a stratified scientific methodology to ensure representative coverage of factory workers, suppliers, nearby residents, and other potentially affected individuals. This move comes amid heightened alarm over lead contamination in Ogijo, a densely populated border community between Ogun and Lagos states, known for its cluster of battery-recycling operations. Investigative reports from late 2025, including collaborations between The Examination, Premium Times, and The New York Time...

 The Ogun State Government has confirmed the safety of TikTok content creator Mirabel, who recently made a viral allegation of sexual assault, and assured that she is receiving comprehensive medical and psychosocial support in a state-owned health facility. State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Motunrayo Adijat Adeleye, disclosed this following a visit to the survivor at the hospital, accompanied by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry and the facility's Medical Director. According to a statement from the ministry, the government has activated a multi-sectoral response to the allegation, prioritizing the welfare, dignity, and safety of the survivor. The Dapo Abiodun-led administration reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on sexual and gender-based violence, promising a full, transparent investigation to ensure justice. The case, which originated from a viral TikTok video by Mirabel (@mirab351) detailing an alleged assault in the Ogijo area, was initially r...