Day: September 11, 2024

The Anambra State Government through the state Ministry of Women’s Affairs and Social Welfare, has ordered a probe into the case of the alleged murder of one Mrs. Ogechukwu Okafor, who was allegedly killed by her husband, Mr Elijah. It was gathered that the incident happened on August 13, 2024, but was reported to the ministry by the deceased family, following suspicious moves from the husband. This was disclosed in a press statement issued on Wednesday by the media aide to the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Chidimma…

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A 55-year-old woman, identified only as Ifeoma, reportedly died shortly after collapsing while sharing a testimony at the Ministry Church in the Ejigbo area of Lagos State. The incident, which occurred around 8:48 am during Sunday service on September 8, 2024, ultimately led to her death a few minutes later. The spokesperson for the state police command, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this on Wednesday. The 55-year-old woman had allegedly gone to the front of the church, singing songs of gratitude as she prepared to give her testimony when she suddenly collapsed.…

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Several members of the Boko Haram terrorist group are reported to have perished in the flooding that struck Borno State on Tuesday, September 10. According to security sources, the deluge was caused by the failure of the Alau Dam, which inundated the Sambisa Forest—known as the terrorists’ stronghold in the region, as reported. It is also believed that many family members, including dozens of women and children tied to the terrorists, lost their lives as their homes were swept away by the flood. Sources indicate that the Sambisa Forest was…

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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has tasked its unit and outpost commanders on integrity and professionalism while discharging their duties. The FRSC Corps Marshal (CM), Shehu Mohammed, gave the task on Wednesday while declaring open a Unit and Outpost Commanders’ Retreat held at the FRSC Academy, Udi, near Enugu. Mohammed, represented by Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM), Hyginus Omeje, noted that actions of units and outpost commanders, who serve as FRSC field  commanders, have a significant impact on the Corps’ reputation. According to him, I urge you to maintain the…

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reported that 20 chairmanship aspirants in Kano State tested positive for various drugs during screening for the upcoming local government elections. Abubakar Idris Ahmad, the NDLEA Commander in the state, stated that the aspirants presented by the ruling New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) tested positive for substances including opioids, hemp, benzodiazepines, and nicotine. Mr. Ahmad noted that while no female aspirants have tested positive so far, the screening process is ongoing, and more candidates are expected to be tested before the final…

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Bayo Onanuga (left), and NLC President, Joe Ajaero Ajaero was due to travel to the United Kingdom for a conference of the TUC when he was arrested by the Department of Services. He was released the same day after his arrest at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja on the same day. This led to the criticism of Nigeria by the TUC in the United Kingdom. Reacting to the flaying of Nigeria, the Presidency in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga,…

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The Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry, Enugu, Nigeria (AMEN), Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka has said that, for the sake of Jesus Christ and Mohammed, President Bola Tinubu and his administration should fix   Nigeria so that the masses will stop suffering and enjoy the country’s commonwealth. Father Mbaka, who said on Sunday during a sermon entitled, “Miracle of Open Doors”, warned that the petrol subsidy removal should not mean enriching the governors with billions every month and impoverishing the poor masses.  He said: “I know that all in Aso Rock have…

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Hayche Dev, an NGO, on Tuesday graduated the first batch of 313 young male trained to be champions and advocates that support gender equality and respect for female in the country. The 12-week training, which is known as Positive Masculinity (+M) Programme, is currently being implemented across four states – Anambra, Enugu, Benue, and Plateau States. Speaking at the graduation held for participants of the progrmme drawn from the Nigeria Christian Corpers Fellowship (NCCF) in Enugu, the Coordinator of Positive Masculinity (+M) Programme, Mr. Wilfred Okeke, lauded the significant strides…

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