The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Akwa Ibom State Chapter, Comrade Sunny James, has assured the readiness of the NLC to work closely with the Akwa Ibom State Police Command to foster a safer and more secure environment for all residents. According to a statement released on Friday by the Public Relations Officer…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has approved the appointment of the Chairman and members of the Governing Council of Gombe State University (GSU). The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, who conveyed the governor’s approval, said the appointments are with effect from 18th January, 2025. He…
Rivers state, Nigeria has confirmed its first cholera outbreak of the year, claiming nine deaths. Rivers State officials confirmed three deaths in Andoni and six in Akuku-Toru local government areas. Authorities are monitoring 41 suspected cases across both regions, the Premium Times reported. The commissioner for health, Rivers state remarked, “Rivers is particularly prone to…
…Official Says Outbreak Spreads Across 12 Counties Kenya confirmed two more cases of mpox on Friday, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 33. Mary Muriuki, principal secretary at the Health Ministry, said in a press release that the cases were confirmed in the counties of Kericho and Taita Taveta, and that the outbreak…
Israel’s government has approved the new Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, paving the way for it to take effect on Sunday. The decision came after hours of discussions that continued late into the night. Two far-right ministers voted against the deal. The security cabinet earlier recommended ratifying the agreement, saying it “supports…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Lagos State House of Assembly has appointed four new principal officers following the impeachment of former Speaker, Mr. Mudashiru Obasa, on Monday. The new Speaker, Mrs. Mojisola Meranda (APC-Apapa 1), announced the new officers while presiding over plenary on Friday. Obasa’s impeachment was a result of alleged gross misconduct, with…
Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday arrested 25 suspected internet fraudsters in a cybercrime training centre in Benin City, Edo state The suspects’ arrest at their hideout was triggered by credible intelligence that indicated the apartment being used as a yahoo academy or training school…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos In a brazen attack, the wife of former Lagos State Commissioner of Police and Assistant-Inspector General (retd), Hakeem Odumosu, has been kidnapped in the Arepo area of Ogun State. Police spokesperson in Ogun, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident in a statement on Friday, providing details of the abduction. The kidnappers, donning…
In their continued bid to degrade terrorists, criminals and make the country safe, Nigerian troops have neutralized 156, terrorists perpetrating insecurity in parts of the country, among other successes it recorded in one week. The significant achievements recorded by the military was disclosed by the Director of the Defence Media Operations, DMO, Maj. Gen. Edward…
Nigerian government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving healthcare for vulnerable populations, particularly women suffering from obstetric fistula. Speaking at a Steering Committee meeting in Abuja on Thursday, Health Minister, Prof. Ali Pate announced plans to expand health insurance coverage for fistula patients and increase treatment centers nationwide. Prof. Pate said, “This problem has always…
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