Nigerians Groan Over Sudden Fuel Price Hike, Lament Government’s Insensitivity
Nigerians have voiced strong disapproval following reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has allegedly raised the pump price of petrol to eight hundred and fifty- five naira per litre. In Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital, NNPCL retail outlets reportedly adjusted their fuel prices from five hundred and sixty-eight naira per litre to […]
EMBER MONTHS: Oyo FRSC public education officer, Odewo warns motorists against speeding on the highway
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned road users to abide by all the traffic regulations, especially during the ember months. The “Ember months,” spanning from September to December, have long been associated with an increase in road accidents in Nigeria. As the year draws to a close, the roads become busier with increased […]
Table Tennis Legend, Chief Waheed Ekun, Calls for Greater Support for Non-Football Sports in Nigeria
In light of Nigeria’s ongoing performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, table tennis legend, Chief Waheed Ekun, has made an impassioned plea to both the Nigerian public and the nation’s leaders to give greater attention and support to sports beyond football. Chief Ekun made his appeal during an appearance on YesFM’s popular sports program, Oba […]
Postpartum Depression: A Silent Struggle for Many New Mothers
The silent yet profound struggle of postpartum depression (PPD) continues to cast its shadow over new mothers worldwide, emerging as a significant mental health challenge in the postnatal period. Postpartum depression (PPD) is increasingly recognized as a significant mental health issue affecting new parents worldwide. This condition, commonly associated with mothers, can also impact fathers, […]
Medical Practitioner, Folajomi harps on importance of deworming for children amid cholera outbreak
In response to the recent cholera outbreak in Nigeria, health experts are stressing the critical need for regular deworming, particularly for children. A medical practitioner, Dr. Isa Folajomi, emphasized that deworming at least twice a year is vital for maintaining overall health and preventing complications from parasitic infections during an interview with our correspondent, Oluwasemiloore […]
APRIL IS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH
April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. It is the Month to call attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and impacts every person in the community. Across various platforms, from social media campaigns to educational seminars and community events, the focus remains on raising awareness about the prevalence of sexual assault and the […]
YESFM honors Nigerian women in celebration of International Women’s Month
The month of March is set aside to highlight female accomplishments across the world. From International Women’s Day to Women’s History Month, there is enough time for all to reflect, learn, educate, and celebrate the accomplishments of women across the globe. The 2024 Day focused on the theme ‘Count Her In: Accelerating Gender Equality Through […]
IWD 2024: Stakeholders Call For Investment In Women To Quicken Nigeria’s Development
Today is international women’s day International Women’s Day which is celebrated every March 8 serves as a worldwide celebration of women’s accomplishments in various spheres, including social, economic, cultural, and political realms. It also serves as a rallying call for advancing women’s rights and achieving gender equality. The Theme for this year’s international women’s day […]
ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: Nigerians Call for Adoption of Parliamentary System of Government
Following President Tinubu’s removal of fuel subsidy, Nigerians are facing economic hardships and are calling for a change from the presidential system of government to parliamentary system of government. The Nigerian economy has been severely strained due to the removal of the fuel subsidy, resulting in increased prices of essential commodities and transportation fares. Yesfm’s […]
Oronsaye Report Implementation: Mixed Reactions Trail President Tinubu’s Action
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Monday approved the implementation of the recommendations of the Steve Oronsaye panel on the restructuring and rationalisation of Federal agencies, parastatals and commissions. The Oronsaye report was submitted in 2012 to the Goodluck Jonathan administration, In 2014, the Jonathan government released a white paper on the report. The Buhari […]