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What is NHS 111 and when should you use it?
As a GP, I see many patients every day, with various medical issues and situations, which we’re always happy to help with. In addition to the ways we can help at our practice, there are a range of NHS services you can also use when you have a medical
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7 bag laurels at 27th Gathering of Africa’s Best (GAB) Awards in London
Seven individuals and organisations whose endeavours promote the positive image of Africa and Africans around the world, were honoured at the 27th Annual Gathering of Africa’s Best (GAB) Awards held in London. Five bagged GAB Awards of Excellence
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Join Chizzy Akodolu and take a step towards better health with the NHS Healthy Choices Quiz
We all know how important it is to keep healthy – both in body and mind – but with so much going on in our daily lives it can feel like a challenge we just don’t have time for. It doesn’t need to feel like a mountain to climb, though. The NHS has
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2025 GAB Awards Finalist - International Centre for Protocol and Diplomacy (ICPD)
The International Centre for Protocol and Diplomacy (ICPD) has maintained an exceptional and sustained commitment to enhancing the protocol profession into a transformative tool for development. ICPD empowers professionals in more than 45 countries
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2025 GAB Awards Finalist - LuxeNurse Clinic
LuxeNurse Clinic is a premium healthcare and aesthetic wellness centre dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care with a touch of luxury. It prides itself as the premier destination for advanced aesthetic treatments and wellness solutions.
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2025 GAB Awards Finalist - Senator Lady Uche Lilian Ekwunife PhD, CON
Distinguished Senator Uche Lilian Ekwunife is a celebrated Nigerian politician, an accomplished banker, a visionary leader, and a renowned philanthropist whose career embodies service, resilience, and transformational leadership.
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2025 GAB Awards Finalist - Prince ESV (Dr) Victor Adekunle Alonge FNIVS, FRICS, F.CIoD
Prince ESV (Dr) Victor Adekunle Alonge is a seasoned Chartered Surveyor, Estate Surveyor and Valuer, Business Manager and Transformational Entrepreneur with varied professional and managerial experience spanning over 3 decades in the real estate
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2025 GAB Awards Finalist - Ademola Adewakun, MRPharmS, MPSN
Ademola Adewakun is a distinguished healthcare professional, entrepreneur, and business leader with over three decades of experience covering pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical supply chains, business management, and healthcare service development.
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Prison sentence for two serious assaults
Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a 39-year-old man has been jailed after he was convicted of two counts of Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) in Caversham. Tombewani Tombe pleaded guilty to one count of section 20 Grievous Body Harm (GBH)
14 Jul 2025
09:11
Nigerian monarch passes away after 65-year reign
One of Nigeria’s most revered and longest-reigning monarchs - Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, has passed away at the age of 91. Born on May 10, 1934, in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, he ascended the throne in April
13 Jul 2025
22:33
Buhari dies in London
Nigeria’s former military Head of State and Civilian President – Muhammadu Buhari has passed away in London.
13 Jul 2025
18:47
Appeal for victims after 77-year-old man jailed for rape and sexual assault
A 77-year-old 'spiritual healer' who ran a shop in Brixton for over 30 years has been jailed for rape and sexual assault following an investigation led by London’s Metropolitan Police detectives. Bernard Williams better known as ‘Papa B’ of Burrells
11 Jul 2025
16:59
Driver jailed for fatal crash
A 30-year-old man who pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving has been sentenced to five years and nine months’ imprisonment and disqualified from driving for almost 10 years. Will Dohmatob of Rossington Close, Enfield in Northeast
10 Jul 2025
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British man slams Home Office for refusing refund of late wife’s Immigration Health Surcharge
Mohammed Jama - a British citizen of Somali heritage, has criticised United Kingdom’s (UK) Home Office after it withheld the £3,105 Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) he paid for his late wife - Ubah Abdi Mohamed, despite her dying before entering
9 Jul 2025
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Trump, Musk and the Nigerian gladiators
“Bros, looks like one accidented trailer has just passed between Trump and Elon Musk oh, and it gets messier by the day.” “What do you expect? It is just simple common sense. Elon Musk invested over $290 million to bring Trump to power. He supported
8 Jul 2025
17:27
UK branches of Cherubim & Seraphim Church schedule 100th Anniversary events
Europe-based branches of one of Nigeria’s oldest and most influential African-initiated Christian movements – the Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) Church, are joining in the global celebration of the Church’s Centenary with a series of events in the UK
3 Jul 2025
17:15
Caroline Namugabi Kawooya to be laid to rest on July 4
Community leader – Dr Caroline Namugabi Kawooya who passed away last May will be laid to rest on Friday, July 4 2025 in Kent. She was the Founder of Think Tank 720 - an organisation seeking to bridge the gap between community needs and effective
2 Jul 2025
22:45
Food delivery firms to boost checks to halt illegal working
Following productive talks with the United Kingdom (UK) government, food delivery companies - Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat have committed to further strengthening security and verification checks on delivery riders to prevent illegal working
2 Jul 2025
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My Tasty Naija Food Festival in London on Sunday 13 July
The carpets are being rolled out to celebrate African cuisine, culture and community at the My Tasty Naija Food Festival holding on Sunday 13 July 2025 in London. According to the Festival’s Creator and Organiser - Abass Tijani (better known as DJ
2 Jul 2025
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Why do people come to the UK - Study?
Sponsored study visa grants have decreased over the last 2 years, largely due to the decline in dependants of students following a policy change in January 2024. In the year ending March 2025, there were 403,497 sponsored study visas granted to main
30 Jun 2025
11:27
Jailed for sexual activity with a child
A 46-year-old man has been found guilty and convicted by a jury on two counts of assault of a girl by penetration, one count of sexual activity with a child and one count of voyeurism. Arlanzo Sherwood was found guilty following a nine-day trial at
30 Jun 2025
11:25
NTA International’s pioneer Europe Correspondent passes away
Frontline broadcaster and pioneer Nigeria Television Authority (NTA International) Correspondent in Europe – Hajiya Hauwa Yusuf Funtua, has passed away after a very brief illness. In an official announcement by the Central Association of Nigerians
28 Jun 2025
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A celebration of heritage and harmony as the rhythms of Africa echo through Wigmore Hall
This summer, the resounding echoes of African art music will once more enchant the audience at Wigmore Hall (36 Wigmore Street, London W1U 2BP) as the African Concert Series make a triumphant return on Saturday, 19 July. The day-long celebration
27 Jun 2025
19:45
Mid-Year Promo on Advertisement Rates in Trumpet Newspaper
For 30 years (since 1995), Trumpet Newspaper has been the authentic voice of Diaspora Africans in the UK. Our flagship Print Newspaper - The Trumpet is currently offering special promotional rates on Advertising easier payment terms.
27 Jun 2025
12:01
UK Home Office staff jailed for bribery
A UK Home Office who abused his position by granting asylum applications for money has been jailed. 39-year-old Imran Mulla was jailed for four and a half years, having pleaded guilty to immigration offences and bribery after manipulating the Home
25 Jun 2025
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The Trumpet Newspaper Issue 652 (June 25 - July 8 2025)
Keir Starmer says migrants should learn English
25 Jun 2025
11:37
IA Foundation raises N30m for out-of-school children
A United Kingdom (UK) Non-Governmental Organisation’s quest to support the education of out-of-school children in Nigeria received a boost recently when it raised N30 million at its recent Annual Charity Gala in London.
23 Jun 2025
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The underdevelopment of Ijebu-Jesa, my Native Nazareth (2)
Presidential Aide Alubankudi's gracious response to the first part of this intervention reflects the significance of roots, responsibility, and collective effort in nation-building. It also accentuates the complexities of development, community
16 Jun 2025
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