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In a heart-wrenching incident that has raised concerns about safety and management at healthcare institutions, a young Nigerian female doctor, Dr. Vwaere Diaso, has allegedly lost her life due to a fatal elevator accident at Lagos Island General Hospital, Odan. Dr. Diaso, a recent graduate of Babcock University and on the verge of completing her…
There was pandemonium at Oba Akran Road, Ikeja, Lagos State yesterday when a private helicopter crashed into a building, triggering an immediate burst of flames upon impact. The crash occurred at approximately 3:40 pm in close proximity to the AP petrol station and United Bank of Nigeria at Oba Akran. No life was lost at…
Senate Screening of Ministerial Nominees: Alleged Age Forgery and Credential Falsification Issues Arise Yesterday, the Senate commenced the screening of ministerial nominees, with at least three nominees facing issues of alleged age forgery and credentials falsification. This screening process is critical as it highlights the integrity of individuals nominated for key government positions….
…charges committee on transparency, speedy distribution of relief items Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has rolled out palliatives to mitigate the harsh economic effects of the recent removal of fuel subsidy by the federal government on residents of the state, stressing that his government feels the pains the people were passing through. The governor…
President Bola Tinubu, Monday, issued a directive to Management of tertiary institutions in the country to suspend plans of sundry fees increases indefinitely. This proactive move comes as various universities across the country have implemented a hike in miscellaneous fees. President Tinubu’s primary objective is to ensure that parents and students do not face undue…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed concern over the potential blockage of the Second Niger Bridge due to ongoing vandalization of its metal components by miscreants. Mr. Mahmuda Mamman, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, visited the bridge to assess the recent level of damage. He called on security…
Suicide Bomber Targets Political Rally in Bajaur, Pakistan, Leaving 44 Dead In a tragic incident on Sunday, a suicide bomber targeted a political rally in the northwestern Bajaur district of Pakistan, resulting in the death of at least 44 people and leaving nearly 200 others wounded. The attack took place during a gathering of the…
A horrifying fire outbreak engulfed Afor Opi, a bustling market in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State yesterday evening, causing extensive damage to shops and merchandise worth millions of naira. The fire, triggered by a gas-laden truck that crashed and exploded in the market, reduced at least three shops to ashes, leaving traders in…
ENUGU—The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Enugu State Chapter, on Thursday, condemned the killing of some traders who protested the sealing of their shops by the state government. The Union which is led in the state by Comrade Sam Udekwe, also called on the state government to initiate palliative measures to cushion the effects of…
The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, has sent the list of his ministerial nominees to the National Assembly for confirmation. In a letter delivered by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, to the Senate during plenary on Thursday, July 27, 2023, President Tinubu, sought for the confirmation of the 28 nominees…