President Bola Tinubu has cancelled all his official events in Lagos on Saturday, including his attendance at the 2024 Lagos Boat Regatta in honour of the stampede victims in Abuja and Okija, Anambra State. Tinubu was scheduled to watch the boat parade and other activities of the Boat Regatta from the waterfront of his Queen’s …
Gov. Oti approves 250,000 monthly package for Abia traditional rulers
The Chairman, Abia State Council of traditional rulers, Eze Linus Nto Mba made the disclosure in an appreciation message to the Governor on Saturday. Mba, who spoke on behalf of principal officers and entire members of the traditional rulers council, said that the payment of the monthly package will commence in December, 2024. He explained …
Father demands justice after child dies from drinking kerosene in school
A female pre-nursery pupil of a private school in Uja village, Oru Oboro in Ikwuano LGA of Abia State, Okoronta Jessica Chuks has lost her life after she was alleged to have taken a liquid substance while in her school. But while the father of the late pupil, Okoronta Chuks is alleging that his daughter …
Police arrest 3 with illegal substances in Adamawa
Operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have arrested three persons for allegedly possessing illegal substances. The state command stated on Friday that as part of its ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crimes, it acted on credible information on Wednesday, December 18, and conducted a raid on a criminal hideout in Malabu, a community in …
Scores killed in Abuja stampede during food distribution
An unspecified number of persons have died following a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama area of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Abuja. The unfortunate incident occurred on Saturday morning when the church was distributing food items to vulnerable persons. As of the time of filing this report, several persons have been hospitalized. …
CBN introduces 100,000 daily transaction limit for customers
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new policy to strengthen its drive towards a cashless economy, setting a daily maximum transaction cash-out limit of N100,000 per customer for agency banking operators, also known as Point of Sale (PoS) operators. This directive, outlined in a circular issued on Tuesday by the CBN’s Payments …
Court orders restoration of suspended Edo LG chairmen
A State High Court has ordered the restoration of the suspended local council chairmen in Edo State. The court, presided by Justice Efe Ikponmwonba, issued the order on Friday, December 20, 2024. Justice Ikponmwonba gave the order while ruling on a suit filed by the embattled 18 council chairmen and the Edo State chapter of …
King Charles to Continue Cancer Treatment in 2025 but Plans Full Return to Duties
King Charles III will require ongoing cancer treatment in 2025, according to a Buckingham Palace source. However, the 76-year-old monarch’s health is reportedly being “managed” and is “moving in a positive direction.” Despite his treatment, King Charles intends to resume a full schedule of public duties next year, including overseas visits, the source confirmed. On …
Johnson & Johnson Faces Class Action Over ‘Ineffective’ Cold and Flu Medicines
Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson is facing a class action lawsuit in Australia for allegedly selling “ineffective” cold and flu remedies under its Codral, Sudafed, and Benadryl brands over the past 18 years. According to 9 News Australia, the legal proceedings, initiated by law firm JGA Saddler in the Federal Court today, center on oral …