The Osun State Government has confirmed two cases of mpox, a viral disease, in the state. The cases involve two male patients, aged five and 25, who are currently receiving treatment at the State Hospital in Ilesa West. The State Commissioner for Health, Mr. Jola Akinola, has assured residents that there is no cause for…
A yet-to-be-identified adult male has lost his life in a tragic accident in the Mushin area of Lagos State. The incident occurred around 6 pm on Monday when the deceased was walking along the Cappa railway tracks and was struck by a moving train. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident, stating…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned a Federal High Court judgement that ordered the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to allow 381 ad-hoc delegates to participate in its February 22 primary election in Edo State. The primary election produced Asue Ighodalo as the party’s candidate for the September 21 governorship election. The appellate court…
President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of new Directors-General for the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and the Department of State Services (DSS). Mohammed Mohammed will lead the NIA, while Adeola Ajayi will head the DSS. The appointments follow the resignations of Ahmed Rufai (NIA) and Yusuf Bichi (DSS), who had been retained by Tinubu…
In a shocking incident that unfolded in Umueze, Umuahia yesterday a young marriage was shattered by a horrific act of violence allegedly motivated by a desire for wealth. Mr. Chukwunyere Lawrence, an Alumaco engineer from Bende Local Government Area, is accused of grievously assaulting his wife, Mrs. Amarachi Lawrence, an indigene of Ata Emede, Ibeku…
Sven-Goran Eriksson, the pioneering Swedish manager who led England’s national team from 2001 to 2006, has passed away at the age of 76. Eriksson’s remarkable life and career were marked by numerous achievements, including guiding England to three major tournament quarterfinals and winning 18 trophies with various clubs. Eriksson’s children, Lina and Johan, announced his…
The Transition Committee Chairman of Idemili South local government area, Hon. Mrs Amaka Obi, has commended Anambra First Lady, Mrs Nonye Soludo on her impact to the progress of women, education and health in the state. She made the commendation during the second Anambra Women Health Summit and distribution of items to schools that won…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Chief Mrs. Nonye Soludo, the amiable wife of the Governor of Anambra State and the National Leader of APGA, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo CFR, on her conferment of the chieftaincy title “Mmiri Guru-Egu na Isuofia.” This…
•Govt To Give Grants For ‘Self-Help’ Projects. Kwara State Government on Saturday concluded a three-day capacity-building training for community-based organisations (CBOs), requesting citizens to support public projects and programmes to foster inclusive growth and sustainable development. The training took off from Bode Sadu in Kwara North, headed South in Ajase-Ipo, and was concluded in Ilorin…
In preparation for the Local Government Elections scheduled for September 28th, 2024, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Anambra State Chapter’s Secretariat was abuzz as it kicked off its aspirant screening process with over 700 enthusiastic aspirants gathered for a comprehensive briefing. The screening exercise commenced immediately after the briefing, marking a significant milestone in the…
