Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) with other emergency responders today, Wednesday, 9 August, 2023, carried out an emergency operation at the scene of a fatal accident on Eko bridge inward Alaka area of Lagos. LASTMA Akinde Olusola ‘Zebra’ (Zone 3 Iponri) who led the rescue team confirmed that the accident recorded two deaths: male and female; with five people seriously injured. LASTMA Olusola confirmed further that the fatal accident involved six private vehicles including a fully loaded ‘MAC’ truck with registration no (T-1501 LA) According to preliminary investigation, the loaded ‘MAC’ truck while on a top…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
The Kogi State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, has thrown its support behind the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo. The Association made the pledge during a visit to the entire leadership by the APC Governorship Candidate, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, saying it is time to reward the good gesture of Governor Yahaya Bello. Speaking on behalf of the Christian body in Kogi State, the Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Special Apostle Emmanuel Adebayo said no Governor in the history of Kogi State has done what Governor Yahaya…
The representatives of female Deputy Governors in Nigeria have paid a courtesy visit to the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu at the State House in Abuja, reports thegazellenews.com During the visit they pledged their support towards uplifting the lives of Nigerian women through the Renewed Hope Initiative, a pet project of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. Speaking on behalf of the Female Deputy Governors, Ogun State Deputy Governor Noimot Salako-Oyedele noted that Nigerias human capacity and the future of the country is dependent on the investment made in women, youth and children. “As a champion of women’s rights,to amplify and…
The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has expressed appreciation to the Federal republic of Germany for its various interventions in Nigeria especially in areas of humanitarian assistance to the vulnerable in various places of conflict. She stated this while welcoming the German Ambassador and other officials of the Embassy to her office at the State House, Abuja. The First lady said the mutual and beneficial relationship so far enjoyed by the two countries is commendable while still looking forward to more rewarding partnership. She emphasized that Nigeria needs a lot of help to cushion…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 1,534 cases of diphtheria in the country. The health agency also said a total of 4,160 suspected cases have been reported from 27 states across 139 Local Government Areas in the country. The NCDC disclosed this in its diphtheria situation report from May 2022 to July 2023, released on its website. The confirmed cases were distributed across 56 LGAs in Kano (1,207), Yobe (252); Bauchi (41); Katsina (nine); Lagos (eight); FCT (six); Kaduna (five). Others are Niger (two); Gombe (two); Osun (one); Jigawa (one); and Cross…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike The Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda, on Tuesday, 8 August, 2023, led personnel of various security agencies in the state to raid hideouts of daredevil criminals in the Katsina metropolis. The Chief Press Secretary, CPS, to the Katsina Governor, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, made this disclosure in a statement issued on Wednesday, 9 August , 2023 According to Kaula, the raid which took place between 10 – 11:30 pm had thethe Governor and his delegation of security personnel raiding Sabuwar Unguwa, Sharar Pipe, Dan Hako, Filin Polo, Kofar Guga and Tudun Matawalle. “The criminals, in recent months,…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike Technical Director of the AFN Samuel Onikeku has disclosed that it is only the Athletic Integrity Unit (AIU) who could give an update about why Tobi Amusan’s name was deleted from the lists of Athletes expected to represent Team Nigeria at the World Athletic Championship. According to Onikeku, the federation has done all the needful to make sure Amusan participate in the championship but unfortunately, AIU decided otherwise. “We have perfected the list and it has been released. But unfortunately, it is the AIU who can comment on Amusan’s case,” Onikeku told Punch online during an interview…
A 19-year-old man has committed one of the most heinous crime on earth. He not only slept with his biological mother, he also ended up impregnating her, reports thegazellenews.com The incestuous and heinous crime has left his community in utter disbelief, sadness, astonished and devastated. The extent to which this teenage boy, named Ekanem, was willing to go to satisfy his lustful desires is truly astonishing. The news of Ekanem’s heinous act spread rapidly, capturing the attention of the public. DSP Celestine Kalu, the Public Relations Officer of the Port Harcourt River State Police Command, revealed the disturbing details of how…
By Julius Fasina Security is a factor that any nation needs to prioritize. In fact, the security of any nation is very paramount to the extent that it is also a determining factor in the growth and shrink of any nation’s economy. Nigeria’s insecurity is confronted by different challenges. These challenges are more threats to the economy of this country. In fact, they mar than make the development of the economy. It is important to state that the issue of insecurity in Nigeria has been corroborated or aided by two factors – external and internal factors. The external factors are…
Recording artist and performer Kemoy Smith, known by his stage name “CaNn CaNn,” hails from the picturesque island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. His musical journey has been profoundly shaped by the close-knit community and supportive family that nurtured his innate musical abilities. Drawing inspiration from the captivating melodies and rhythms of roots reggae, fused with the distinctive delivery reminiscent of the Wu Tang Clan, CaNn CaNn has crafted a unique and compelling sound. “I credit my deep-rooted passion for music to the nurturing environment of my tight-knit community and the unwavering support of my family,” says…