In northern Nigeria, myths about piles, particularly the belief that sugar, oil, and pepper cause the condition, have influenced dietary habits and fueled fear. Dr. Usman Bello, a medical surgeon, challenges these misconceptions, emphasizing the lack of dietary fiber as the primary cause of piles. He advocates for a fiber-rich diet and professional medical consultation to prevent and manage piles effectively. The article underscores the importance of debunking myths and promoting scientifically-backed health practices.

The prolonged closure of the Nigeria-Niger border due to sanctions following the July coup in Niger has severely impacted local economies and livelihoods in border communities. Residents and small business owners in regions like Illela, Jibiya, and Maigatari are experiencing financial ruin, increased poverty, and insecurity. Experts and local leaders are calling for immediate government intervention to alleviate the suffering and prevent further economic decline.

The program considers how the upcoming June 2023 election of Nigeria’s National Assembly leaders, particularly the House of Representatives speaker, could affect citizens. It examines the issue through expert perspectives.

Hundreds of young men and women have perished in wars, especially during the Boko Haram insurgency, Biafra War, and several peacekeeping missions. Many leave their families with high hopes of returning but either never do or come back wounded. This episode of the Daily Podcast, Nigeria Daily, explores the struggles and survival of the families of these fallen heroes.

The secretary of the Nigerian Labour Congress, Nasir Kabir, survived an attack while traveling to Apo in Abuja. Police officers on patrol responded, took his statement, and escorted him to a hospital for examination. Kabir said he does not suspect anyone and considers the incident an act of fate. He is known for advocating an investigation into Central Bank governor Godwin Emefiele. Attempts to obtain police comment were unsuccessful.

With the Central Bank of Nigeria's new cash withdrawal policy set to take effect on January 9, 2023, politicians and candidates are strategizing on how to fund their campaigns despite the restrictions. The policy limits weekly cash withdrawals to N100,000 for individuals and N500,000 for corporate organizations, with a daily POS limit of N20,000. While some parties like the Peoples Redemption Party and the New Nigerian Peoples Party claim the policy will not affect their campaigns, others, including the Labour Party, express concerns about its negative impact. The policy aims to curb vote buying, but politicians are exploring alternative methods to mobilize funds. The All Progressives Congress has yet to take a formal stance on the issue.

The podcast explores the hardship and social humiliation widows face in Nigeria, including how society views widows, who is responsible for supporting them, and why some people oppose marrying a widow. It asks whether widowhood is a fault, a personal choice, or fate, and emphasizes that widows themselves best understand the difficulties they experience.

A KAROTA officer died after being pushed off a moving tanker by its driver along BUK Road in Kano. Witnesses said the officer had grabbed the vehicle after the driver refused to stop, leading to a fatal fall. KAROTA confirmed the incident and said the body was taken to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, while efforts were underway to arrest the fleeing driver.

Candidates for the 2021 JAMB UTME examinations in Nigeria have been failing due to a lack of seriousness, obsession with social media, and distractions from phonographic websites. Excessive freedom, less parental care, and outdated examination facilities, including old computers and power supply issues, have also contributed. The examination process has been criticized for not improving, with network connectivity issues and delays causing additional stress for candidates. The author suggests that schools should better prepare students for external examinations, parents should monitor their children's online activities, and students should adopt rigorous learning procedures.