The Nigerian Medical Association in Plateau State on Thursday expressed deep concern over what it described as the increasing population of the hospitals’ emergency wards and mortuaries by victims of attacks and killings in various communities in Plateau State. A source learnt on Thursday that following the attacks, the striking resident doctors at the Jos … Continue reading NARD recalls striking doctors as patients, corpses fill hospital.
Citizens can now report corruption cases through phone line~ICPC
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other-Related Offences Commission on Thursday said the deployment of security gadgets, including body cameras, had assisted in the tracking and prosecution of electoral offenders in Nigeria. The agency added that it had, therefore, strengthened its fight against political corruption and electoral fraud with the opening of telephone lines “through which … Continue reading Citizens can now report corruption cases through phone line~ICPC
Hoodlums abduct, kill Lagos guard over market space tussle.
A security guard, Hamza Adams, has been killed by suspected hoodlums in the Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State. A source gathered that Adams and his colleague, identified simply as Haruna, were eating in a room in the Agboju Market when no fewer than 20 hoodlums stormed the market and abducted them. The … Continue reading Hoodlums abduct, kill Lagos guard over market space tussle.
Rolando set to join Man City.
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo is in talks with Manchester City and could join the club before the close of transfer window. Ace sport journalist Fabrizio Romana disclosed this in a tweet on Thursday night. “Juventus are waiting for Manchester City official bid to arrive in the next hours to reach an agreement as soon as … Continue reading Rolando set to join Man City.
Kabul: Biden vows to hunt down those responsible for the attack.
U.S. President Joe Biden has pledged to hunt down those responsible for the terrorist attack on the Hamid Karzai International Airport, Kabul that killed at least a dozen American service members and injured 15 others. Mr Biden who spoke from the White House on Thursday said the attack will not stop the frantic evacuation of … Continue reading Kabul: Biden vows to hunt down those responsible for the attack.
3 kidnapped Victims rescued in Kwara ~ Police.
The police command in Kwara says its operatives have rescued three kidnapped persons. The command identified the victims as Devine Favour, Tosin Arogundade, and Mariam Salihu. According to the police, the individuals were rescued unhurt and have been reunited with their families. This was contained in a statement issued by a police spokesman Ajayi Okasanmi … Continue reading 3 kidnapped Victims rescued in Kwara ~ Police.
Enugu: FRSC partners police on security traffic control.
The Federal Road Safety Corps has sought partnership with the police on traffic control, security and other enforcement activities within Enugu. The FRSC sector commander in Enugu, Joseph Udoabba, made the call while receiving the new police commissioner, Lawal Abubakar, who paid him a familiarisation visit. Mr Udoabba noted that the partnership and collaboration became … Continue reading Enugu: FRSC partners police on security traffic control.
Nothing special about Nigerians being killed, hungry and unemployed, Osibanjo says.
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says there is nothing special about Nigerians being violently killed, going to bed hungry, unemployed, and having their rights violated by state and non-state actors. He also insisted that the citizens must go through the current economic, political, and security chaos under President Muhammadu Buhari’s regime. “We must remind ourselves of … Continue reading Nothing special about Nigerians being killed, hungry and unemployed, Osibanjo says.
Family of 7 dies after eating Suya in Abia State.
“Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has directed authorities of the relevant medical facility where the surviving family members were treated and discharged to ensure a comprehensive autopsy for those who lost their lives. “The government wishes to call on all citizens and residents to maintain vigilance and remain law-abiding as we have mobilised all relevant agencies of … Continue reading Family of 7 dies after eating Suya in Abia State.
The Afghanistan lessons for Nigeria
The Guardian The turn of events in Afghanistan that saw the Talibans effectively sacking government and seizing power must necessarily pose deep concern for Nigeria in her 12-year old struggle against Boko Haram terrorists. The question is whether the insurgents will one day overrun the country as happened in Afghanistan. Whatever American withdrawal from Afghanistan … Continue reading The Afghanistan lessons for Nigeria
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