President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident at the Children’s Funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, where 35 children lost their lives, and many others sustained injuries. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Oyo State, as well as …
35 dead, others in critical condition in Ibadan stampede – Police
The Oyo State Police Command says no fewer than 35 bodies of minors, who were killed in the Ibadan stampede have been recovered. The Police Public Relations Officer of the state, SP Osifeso Adewale, who confirmed this in a statement on Thursday, said about six minors who sustained severe injuries during the incident, are in …
‘I violated you’: Doctor who filmed patients breaks down in court
A disgraced doctor has tearfully apologised for taking intimate photos of his patients and colleagues at a major regional hospital, saying he abused their trust and breached an oath to do no harm. According to Nine News Melbourne, Nicholas Chia Wei Chu, 28, broke down in court today after hearing of the torment he …
IGP bans youth harassment by police
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a directive banning arbitrary arrests, harassment of youths, and the checking of mobile phones by police officers across the country. The directive follows rising concerns over police misconduct, particularly after recent comments by the United Kingdom opposition leader, Kemi Badenoch, on police abuses in Nigeria. According …
President Tinubu celebrates Buhari’s 82nd birthday
President Bola Tinubu has felicitated with his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari, on the occasion of his 82nd birthday. Buhari, who handed over the affairs of the country to Tinubu in 2023, is celebrating his birthday in Daura, his country home. Tinubu reflected on Buhari’s years of service and leadership, which, according him, have significantly shaped the …
UNIZIK lecturer shot dead in Anambra
Gunmen suspected to be car snatchers have killed a senior lecturer at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. The deceased identified as Dr Osita Fabian Chinedu, was reportedly shot dead on Monday night, December 16, 2024 along the high tension area of Awka, the state capital and his car taken away. According to reports, …
Gov. Soludo declares amnesty for repent criminals in Anambra
Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo has offered amnesty to criminals in the state, declaring that they have until the end of February 2025 to lay down their arms. The governor also announced plans to launch a joint security operation to tackle insecurity in the state. Soludo said the operation is codenamed ‘Operation Udo Ga …
NAFDAC declares Aba market fake drinks, beverages production hub
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, says Eziukwu Market, also known as Cemetery Market, in Aba, Abia State, is a centre for production and distribution of fake and substandard drinks and beverages. The agency made the declaration during an operation led by Mr Martins Iluyomade, Director, South-East Zone, at the …
Bill to ban use of foreign currencies in Nigeria scales first reading at Senate
The bill seeking to prohibit the use of foreign currency in Nigeria has scaled first reading in the House of Senate. The bill, titled “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, No. 7, to Prohibit the Use of Foreign Currencies for Remuneration and Other Related Matters,” was sponsored …
What Peter Obi did as he visit Madonna college of health technology
Following my visit to the Women Fellowship Pastoral Project, Umuahia, and my commitment to supporting the critical sectors of health, education, and fighting poverty, I visited Madonna College of Health Technology, Olokoro, Abia State, where I donated N10 million to the institution. Madonna College of Health trains health professionals who will contribute, in many ways, …