In a shocking turn of events today, five commissioners in the Rivers State Executive Council have tendered their resignations, citing a toxic work environment and political crisis in the state. According to a letter addressed to the Secretary to the State Government, the commissioners, including Prof. Chinedu Mmom (Education), Ben-Golden Chioma (Environment), Dr. Gift Worlu…
On Sunday evening, May 12, 2024, a deadly fight between rival gangs in Darmanawa quarters, Tarauni Local Government Area of Kano, claimed the lives of three people. The violence erupted during a cultural event known as Gangi, organized by 59-year-old Muhammad Barde to celebrate the wedding of his children. The event was hijacked by thugs…
In a shocking case of child exploitation in Auchi, Edo state yesterday, the Edo State Police Command has arrested a father who used his 4-year-old daughter for adult content. The arrest came after Nigerians on social media drew attention to obscene photos of the minor posted on an Instagram account handled by the suspect. The…
In a solemn atmosphere, Veritas University, Abuja, mourns the loss of one of its students, Mr. Joshua Daniel, who tragically passed away during a routine workout session at the university’s gymnasium. According to Ben Agande, the Head of Corporate Affairs, despite efforts by the medical team, led by the Chief Medical Director, Mr. Daniel could…
Director General of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), Major General Aniedi Edet, has issued a stern warning to workers protesting non-enrolment into the Federal Government’s Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) and non-payment of their allowances and salary arrears in recent years, stating that they risk being jailed. Amidst a protest at…
AstraZeneca admits its Covid vaccine can cause rare side effect, paving the way for potential legal payouts. AstraZeneca, in court documents, acknowledges its Covid vaccine can lead to Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS), a rare but serious side effect, amidst ongoing legal battles. Families of victims seek justice as AstraZeneca faces lawsuits over vaccine-related deaths…
On Monday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters witnessed a rally staged by the Kogi Conscience Liberation Movement (KCLM), calling for the recovery of looted funds and the prosecution of corrupt officials. Led by Comrade Jacob Okpanachi, Secretary of KCLM, and Desmond Obaro, the group brandished placards bearing slogans such as ‘Kill Corruption…
In a distressing incident, Jethro Onose, a student of the Nigerian Navy Secondary School, Imeri in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, was abducted alongside his father, Mr. Onose, early Monday morning. Onose, a Senior Secondary School (SSS) I student, was returning to school after a three-week holiday when the abduction occurred. According to…
