Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has taken legal action against former Rivers State Head of Service, George Nwaeke, over allegations of arson and defamation. Ehie denied any involvement in the burning of the Rivers State House of Assembly complex, which occurred on October 30, 2023. During an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Ehie dismissed Nwaeke’s claims as baseless and defamatory, stating that he had no knowledge of the arson until he heard the news like everyone else. “It is very important to clarify that I was not, I had no hand,…
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The Ondo State government has announced plans to investigate reports of caskets being openly displayed and sold at the University of Medical Science Teaching Hospital (UNIMEDTH) in Akure. Special Adviser to the Governor on Health Matters, Simidele Odimayo, made this known while speaking with journalists on Sunday. He assured that the government is aware of the situation and is taking necessary steps to address it. He further stated that investigations are ongoing to verify the claims and prevent any developments that could negatively impact hospital operations. This comes after the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Ondo State expressed strong…
The Kano State Police Command has arrested a suspect, Usman Sagiru, in connection with the alleged killing of a vigilante member, Surajo Rabiu, and an attack on the entourage of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II. Another vigilante member, Aminu Suleman, sustained injuries and is currently receiving treatment at Murtala Mohammed Specialists Hospital, Kano. According to police spokesperson Abdullahi Haruna, the incident occurred as the Emir’s entourage was returning from the Eid prayer ground after observing the Eid-el-Fitr prayers. Local guards were providing security when the attack happened. Haruna stated that Sagiru’s accomplices remain at large, and the…
The Gombe State Police Command has confirmed the death of two children following a stampede at the state’s main Eid ground. DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the command’s spokesperson, stated on Sunday that the incident took place around 10:45 a.m. at the exit gate, shortly after the Eid prayers concluded. He explained that the stampede occurred due to limited exit routes, leading to a surge of people, mainly women and children, trying to leave at the same time. The extreme heat further worsened the situation. According to him, 22 individuals were affected and were immediately taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Sadly,…
A deaf pedestrian lost his life over the weekend after being struck by a mini commercial bus, commonly called Korope, on Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Ikeja, Lagos. Witnesses reported that the driver, who was allegedly driving recklessly, lost control of the vehicle and veered off his lane. In an attempt to regain control, he collided with another stationary mini bus before hitting the unsuspecting pedestrian. Confirming the incident, Adebayo Taofiq, Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment at the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), stated that the crash involved two Suzuki mini buses with registration numbers EPE 279 YJ and…
The Benue State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has raised concerns over the alleged poisoning and rustling of cattle belonging to its members in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA). Chairman of MACBAN in the state, Risku Muhammed, disclosed over the weekend that more than 20 cows were reportedly poisoned on Saturday in Ucha village. He also alleged that last Thursday, over 200 cattle were stolen, though security operatives intervened and managed to apprehend one of the suspects while the others fled. Muhammed claimed that a farmer in Ucha was responsible for poisoning the cows…
The Zamfara State Rescue Movement (ZSRM), a civil society organization, has dismissed claims by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that the introduction of the N70,000 minimum wage in the state is a political strategy to boost Governor Dauda Lawal’s popularity. In a statement issued on Sunday, ZSRM Coordinator Lawal Idris criticized the APC’s remarks, describing them as a deliberate attempt to misrepresent the facts. He emphasized that the governor is focused on the state’s development and has played a key role in revitalizing its economy and restoring its dignity. “Labeling the implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage as deceitful is…
No fewer than nine people lost their lives, and 11 others sustained injuries in a road accident on the Malumfashi–Kafur Road in Katsina State. The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Aliyu Ma’aji, confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday. He said a preliminary investigation revealed that the accident involved a bus carrying 20 passengers. According to Ma’aji, the crash was caused by speeding, which led the driver to lose control of the vehicle. “The FRSC Katsina State Command reports a tragic road accident in Malumfashi town. A Hummer bus carrying 20 passengers crashed, resulting in…
The boxing community has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who collapsed during a fight in Ghana on Saturday. Olanrewaju was in action against Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League at the Bukom Boxing Arena when he suddenly lost consciousness. Reports indicate that he was leading on points before the tragic incident occurred. A viral video circulating on social media captures the heartbreaking moment he collapsed in the ring, leaving fans and the boxing fraternity in shock. Olanrewaju was…
Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, has assured residents that those responsible for the recent killing of hunters in Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government Area, will face justice. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, Idahosa emphasized the state government’s commitment to ensuring peace and security. He urged citizens to remain law-abiding and report any suspicious activities to security agencies. “We understand the concerns of our people, and I assure you that this case will be thoroughly investigated. The government will not tolerate any act that threatens the peace and security of Edo State,” he said.…