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Four People Charged with Alleged Visa Fraud in Lagos

Lagos State Police recently brought two men and two women before a Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court on fraud charges. The accused, Zainab Abdullahi (26), Olanrewaju Mariam (25), Sulaimon Abdulatif (24), and Yehuza Jubril (23), all without fixed addresses, faced three charges: felony, stealing, and fraud. The four defendants pleaded not guilty. The prosecutor, Inspector Edet […]

Cross River State Governor Hires 208 New Medical Personnel to Improve Healthcare

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has approved the hiring of 208 new medical professionals, including 31 doctors, 22 pharmacists, and 153 nurses, to address the shortage of medical staff in the state’s health sector. Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk, the State Commissioner for Health, confirmed the news in Calabar on Wednesday. He stated that […]

Three Days of Mourning Declared for Victims of #EndBadGovernance Protests in Nigeria

In response to the recent violence during the #EndBadGovernance protests. The #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Organising Committee has announced three days of mourning to honor those who lost their lives. The mourning period starts on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, with an X Space event and concludes on Friday, August 9, 2024, with a public symposium and candlelight procession. […]

Tragic Loss: Yobe Deputy Governor’s Grandson Dies After Hot Water Accident

In a heartbreaking incident, the 10-year-old grandson of Yobe State Deputy Governor, Hon. Idi Barde Gubana, has tragically passed away. On August 6, 2024, Lawan Idris Ahmad suffered severe third-degree burns after accidentally pouring hot water on himself. Despite immediate medical attention at the University Teaching Hospital Damaturu, he succumbed to his injuries early that […]

Tobi Amusan wins women’s 100m hurdles – Paris 2024

In a thrilling start to the women’s 100m hurdles at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Nigerian track and field sensation Tobi Amusan has once again showcased her extraordinary talent. Amusan, the reigning world record holder, won her heat decisively with a time of 12.49 seconds, setting the stage for a remarkable performance in the upcoming rounds. […]

Chelsea Shifts Focus from Victor Osimhen to Samu Omorodion

Chelsea’s has dropped their pursuit of Napoli’s Victor Osimhen due to his hefty £111m release clause. Instead, they are turning their attention to Samu Omorodion, a Spanish-born Nigerian striker. Chelsea is now negotiating with Atletico Madrid to bring Omorodion to Stamford Bridge for around £30m, despite his modest performance on loan at Alaves, where he […]