A violent confrontation erupted on Thursday in Ado-Ekiti between members of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) and commercial motorcyclists, popularly known as Okada riders, following the alleged death of a ticketing officer. The clash, which lasted for nearly two hours, involved the use of dangerous weapons such as knives and cutlasses, leaving several individuals injured. According to an eyewitness who requested anonymity, the altercation began when the Okada riders accused OPC members of being responsible for the death of their ticketing officer. The incident reportedly took place near the OPC office in the Atikankan area of Ado-Ekiti, a location known…
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The Lagos State Police Command has arraigned a 45-year-old teacher, Stella Nwadigbo, on charges of indecent treatment and assault of a child. The development was confirmed in a statement issued by the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, on Thursday. According to the statement, Nwadigbo was arraigned at Magistrate Court 1, Ogba, on January 9, 2025. She was caught on video allegedly assaulting a three-year-old pupil at a primary school in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State. The police revealed that after receiving the viral video, the Family Support Unit of the Ikorodu Police Division swiftly arrested…
Chijioke Ihunwo, Chairman of Obio-Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State, has appointed 130 special assistants, marking his second wave of such appointments in just six months. Ihunwo announced the appointments on Wednesday via a post on X (formerly Twitter), listing Helen Nyekwere, Josephine Wogu, Daisy Worgu, Wagwu Hilda, Ogbonna Stella, Goodness Ogbonna, and Grace Amadi among the newly appointed individuals. “I congratulate them and urge them to serve diligently in the interest of Obio/Akpor local government. Their appointments take immediate effect,” Ihunwo stated. This follows his earlier appointment of 100 special assistants in July 2024 during his tenure as…
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sympathy for the Nigerian military following the loss of six soldiers in a terrorist attack on an army base in Sabon Gida, Damboa, Borno State, on January 4. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the president extended condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers, emphasizing that their sacrifice in defense of the nation will always be honoured and remembered. President Tinubu called for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack to prevent similar incidents in the future. Commending the military’s swift response, the president praised the air component…
The Cross River State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Robert Ewa, has passed away. His death was confirmed by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Nsa Gill. Ewa died on Wednesday evening at the Arubah Specialist Hospital in Calabar, shortly after attending the state’s executive council (exco) meeting presided over by Governor Bassey Otu. According to Gill, Ewa actively participated in the exco meeting and made contributions before excusing himself. “Ewa was present at the executive council meeting yesterday. He even contributed during discussions,” Gill said. “A few minutes later, he excused himself. We later learned that his driver took…
Christ Mitots School, located in the Ikorodu area of Lagos, has indefinitely suspended a teacher, Stella Nwadigo, after she was filmed assaulting a three-year-old pupil, Abayomi Michael, during a numeracy lesson. The shocking video, which circulated on social media, shows Nwadigo aggressively smacking the young child for struggling with the lesson. The footage prompted public outrage and led to the teacher’s arrest on Wednesday. In a statement, the school management strongly condemned the teacher’s actions, calling them “unacceptable.” The school assured the public that Nwadigo would remain suspended until the ongoing investigation is completed. “We are aware of a deeply…
Abdullahi Ganduje, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has strongly denied Peter Obi’s allegations that APC spokesman Felix Morka threatened his life. In a statement released on Wednesday, Ganduje described Obi’s claims as “unfortunate and misleading,” calling them “pure mischief and outright falsehood.” He added that although such allegations would typically be ignored, the party felt compelled to respond to “refute this baseless narrative.” According to Peoples Gazzette, Ganduje also expressed support for Morka’s comments, stating, “The party fully stands by Mr. Morka’s stance as he defends the federal government and works to correct false information spread…
Nigerian Government has stated that it has no intention of reviving the failed Nigeria Air project in collaboration with Ethiopian Airlines (ET). This clarification comes in response to remarks made by Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, during a recent handover ceremony in Abuja. Kana had referenced the revival of the national carrier project, prompting inquiries about the future of Nigeria Air. Kana initially said: “My deployment to the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development is quite timely. Upon receiving my deployment letter, I was given two clear instructions: to…
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the killing of six soldiers during an attack by the Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on a military base in Borno State. In a statement released yesterday, the DHQ stated that, despite the loss of six soldiers, a significant number of terrorists were neutralized in the operation. The statement reported that 34 ISWAP fighters were killed, and 23 AK-47 rifles were recovered, along with over 200 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition. The attack occurred on January 4, 2025, when a group of ISWAP/Boko Haram militants on motorcycles and gun trucks ambushed…
Dr. Echezona Obiagbaosogu, a Catholic priest with 17 years of experience, has officially stepped down from his clerical duties to adopt African traditional spirituality. Obiagbaosogu, who lectures in African Traditional Religion at Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra State, revealed that his passion for traditional African beliefs and rainmaking practices influenced his decision. THE PUNCH repots that on Wednesday, following the defense of his PhD dissertation titled “Rainmaking and Control in Igbo African Medicine,” Obiagbaosogu highlighted the significance of Africa’s cultural and spiritual heritage, which he claims has been deeply affected by colonial legacies. “I’ve realized my true purpose lies…