Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed shock and sadness over the death of a former military governor of the State, Major-General Godwin Osagie Abbe (rtd). Late Abbe, who hails from Edo State, was military governor of Rivers State between August, 1990 and January, 1992. Governor Fubara described late […]
Mahmood Yakubu:The Rise of Misinformation and False Rumours in the Digital Age.
By Boma Nwuke False Death Rumours: False reports of a person’s death have become alarmingly common these days. These incidents highlight the ease with which misinformation spreads and the emotional toll it takes.Last week, reports on the death of Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, […]
Kano:NDLEA Arrests Businessman With 256 Wraps of Cocaine.
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a businessman, Olisaka Chibuzo Calistus, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano State. The suspect, was apprehended last Sunday, with 256 wraps of cocaine weighing 6 kilograms. According to Femi Babafemi, NDLEA ‘s Spokesperson in a statement […]
ABUJA STAMPEDE: FCT POLICE COMMAND URGES STRICT ADHERENCE TO EVENT NOTIFICATION.
The FCT Police Command has expressed its profound sorrow over the tragic incident that occurred at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, on Saturday, December 21, 2024, during the distribution of food items to vulnerable and elderly individuals. In a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, the police […]
Stampede In Anambra Christmas Rice Distribution Causes 17 Deaths.
By Ken Chiwendu No fewer than 17 people have been confirmed dead in Okija, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State, following a stampede. The incident happened during the distribution of Christmas rice by Obijackson Foundation,Amarata Ohalegbu village,on Saturday. Sources told current matters that the event is an annual tradition […]
Applause & Encomium Greet Emergence of 45th Miss Nigeria Queen From Fugar, Edo State.
By Goodluck Ikiebe Applause and Encomium have greeted the emergence of Fugar, Edo State born, Doris Ogah, as the 45th Miss Nigeria Queen. Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, in his message, extends his warmest congratulations to the newly-crowned 45th Miss Nigeria, Doris Esiokhayamhe Ogah on her outstanding achievement. “As […]
Tragic Stampede in Maitama: FCT Police Command Calls For Strict Adeherence To Event Notification.
By Goodluck Ikiebe The FCT Police Command has expressed its profound sorrow over the tragic incident that occurred at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, on Saturday, December 21, 2024, during the distribution of food items to vulnerable and elderly individuals. The spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh told newsmen that the unfortunate […]
Port-Harcourt Refinery Fully Operational – NNPCL.
The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Ltd NNPCL says the Port Harcourt Refinery is fully operational not shut down as reported by some section of the media. The company’s Chief Corporate Communications officer, Olufemi Soneye clarified on Saturday that such reports are false stating that preparation for today’s loading is currently […]
Customs Spokesman, Abdullahi Maiwada, Elevated To Assistant Comptroller As Group Applauds Board.
By Goodluck Ikiebe The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has elevated its National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, to the prestigious rank of Assistant Comptroller of Customs. This promotion comes as part of a historic exercise that saw over 4,000 senior officers ascend the ranks, reinforcing the Service’s commitment to recognising […]
NIGERIA’S HEALTHCARE POTENTIAL: PVAC INITIATIVE TAKES CENTER STAGE.
By Daniel Peters In its avowed determination to revolutionize the country’s healthcare sector, the Federal Government has taken bold steps towards ensuring local production of critical medical goods. The initiative, spearheaded by the Coordinating Minister of Health, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, seeks to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare sector through local production […]