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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…
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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…
The Nigeria Police Force, NPF, through its official Twitter handle @PoliceNG, has declared a firm stance against violent protests in the country. The Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, appeals for calm in the face of planned nationwide protests by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC). While…
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….
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On the 31st of July, 2023, President Bola Tinubu delivered a 41-paragraph nationwide broadcast, addressing the pressing economic challenges faced by Nigerians. The speech was marked by a clear focus on implementing policy measures to effectively tackle these issues. One significant highlight of the address was the decision to end the fuel subsidy. President Tinubu…
Former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for nominating him as a minister in his cabinet. During the ministerial screening at the National Assembly on Monday, Wike stated that President Tinubu would not regret his decision, as he is fully committed to supporting the President in tackling…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed its dissatisfaction with the Federal Government’s handling of key issues outlined in the seven-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached with organized labour. The NLC accuses the government of not showing enough commitment to tackle pressing concerns, leading to growing frustrations among the masses. In response to the lack…
…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…