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The Enugu First Lady, Mrs Nkechinyere Mbah celebrated over 300 children from schools, orphanages, and homes across Enugu State at the Children’s Christmas Party in Enugu. The event took place at Unity Park in collaboration with her foundation, Custos Care Foundation. The Christmas party aimed to spread joy and create lasting memories for children while emphasizing the importance of investing in their happiness and development.  The vibrant celebration featured lively games, music, and entertainment, creating an atmosphere of pure excitement. From energetic dance sessions to interactive activities, the event was…

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Following the emergence and re-emergence of infectious diseases in the country, the Enugu State Government in collaboration with The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) have conducted a simulation exercise at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu. This was even as the State Commissioner for Health, Prof Ikechukwu Obi, expressed the state government’s readiness to prevent and combat any outbreak of infectious disease in order to ensure hitch-free yuletide celebrations in the state. The simulation exercise, which held at the Nigeria Safety and Investigation Bureau (NSIB) premises, involved FAAN workers…

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Four drug kingpins involved in the historic seizure of 2,139.55 kilograms of cocaine at an Ikorodu residential estate in 2022 have been sentenced by a Federal High Court in Lagos. The convicts —Soji Jubril Oke, 71; Wasiu Akinade, 55; Emmanuel Arinze Chukwu, 67; and Kelvin Christopher Smith, 44, a Jamaican— were arrested by the Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency operatives in various locations across Lagos between Sunday night, September 18, and Monday morning, September 19, 2022. The arrests followed a raid at No 6 Olukuola Crescent, Solebo Estate, Ikorodu, Lagos,…

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Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warned civilians harbouring suspected criminals to desist from such acts or face the consequences of their actions. He stated this during his visit to the troops of Operation FASAN YANMA at 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto. The CDS said this in response to the Christmas day bombing of civilians in two communities in the Silame Local Government by the Nigerian Air Force. An airstrike, intended to neutralise Lakurawa terrorists, mistakenly hit Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities, killing at least 10 villagers and…

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By Tony Adibe The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Enugu State Council during the grand finale of its annual Press Week 2024, honoured five individuals who distinguished themselves in their various careers. One such recipient of the Awards during the ceremony, which was held at the Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi Press Centre, Independence Layout, Enugu was a police officer – currently serving as the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), New Haven, Police Division within the Enugu metropolis, Mr. Ogbodo Chijioke Sunday. NewsBitsng.com, hereby, reports the enviable profile of the DPO, who, in the…

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The Edo State Police Command has taken into custody Theophilus Osazuwa, a man accused of murdering his 4-year-old son. Authorities suspect that Osazuwa was under the influence of hard drugs when the tragic incident occurred. In a statement released on Wednesday night, police spokesperson Moses Yamu disclosed that the events leading to the child’s death unfolded around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Osazuwa had just returned to his residence at Ogbeson Quarters, off Benin-Agbor Road in Benin City, when he inexplicably fell into a trance. During this episode, Osazuwa reportedly shouted,…

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By Our Reporter The Traditional Ruler of Atani Autonomous Community in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, Igwe Azuka N Goddy has urged Governor Charles Soludo to use his massive road constructions and the newly reinvigorated Anambra Vigilante Services (AVS) to fight the activities of the Oil Thieves in the area. Igwe N Goddy, who is celebrating his 10th year on the throne as the Monarch of Atani Community also lamented the absence of the Bank Of Agriculture in Ogbaru local government area which is one of the major…

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By Tony Adibe Senator Sir Victor Umeh, representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, has appealed to his constituents and Nigerians to embody the values of love, sacrifice and giving. Senator Umeh’s appeal came as Christians worldwide celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ. In his Christmas message, Umeh emphasized the importance of demonstrating love and sacrifice towards one another, especially to those in need. According to him, “It is with a joyful heart that I felicitate with you on this year’s Christmas… This event reminds us of the ultimate aspect of our…

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Two police officers and three kidnappers have been killed after a shootout with a kidnap syndicate operating along the Orogwe area in the Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State. The police spokesperson, Henry Okoye, in a statement on Wednesday, stated that the Anti-Kidnapping Unit carried out the operation. He stated that the three suspects were killed during the operation, resulting in the recovery of six AK-47 rifles, along with 131 rounds of live ammunition. “The police also captured two suspects, David Ifeanyichukwu (20) and Abuchi Joseph (24), who…

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A commercial bus lost purportedly control and rammed into a Christmas procession in Gombe on Christmas Day, injuring 22 people, police have confirmed. The Tumfure community celebrants were en route to the Government House and Gombe Emir’s Palace for homage when the accident occurred. Buhari Abdullahi, the spokesperson for Gombe State police, stated that the injured were taken to the Federal Teaching Hospital and Specialist Hospital for treatment. No Fatalities Were Recorded The police have launched an investigation, with the Commissioner of Police tasking the Motor Traffic Department with a…

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