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Man accused of defiling neighbour’s daughter held in custody by court

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Man accused of defiling neighbour’s daughter held in custody by court

Remand has been ordered for Haruna Abdullahi, 27, by a Kaduna Chief Magistrates’ Court under allegations of defiling a 10-year-old daughter of his neighbor. As reported by NAN, the Magistrate, Ibrahim Emmanuel, refrained from taking Abdullahi’s plea due to jurisdictional reasons and directed for his remand. Emmanuel further instructed the police to return the case file to the Director of Public Prosecution, DPP, for guidance and set the case adjournment to June 26. A resident of Kinkinau Kaduna, Haruna was charged with a single count of defilement. The Prosecutor, Insp Chidi Leo, informed the court that the incident occurred on May 3 at the defendant’s residence. Leo stated that the defendant lured the girl into his room under the guise of assigning her an errand, but subsequently defi...

Errant Israeli tank shelling results in the deaths of 5 Israeli soldiers and injuries to 7 others in Gaza

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Errant Israeli tank shelling results in the deaths of 5 Israeli soldiers and injuries to 7 others in Gaza

An unfortunate incident occurred in the Jabalia refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip, where five Israeli soldiers lost their lives and seven others sustained injuries due to unintentional tank fire from Israeli forces. On Thursday, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed this tragic event in a released statement. These casualties were part of a unit that had entered Gaza City and taken control of buildings as part of their military operation in the refugee camp. At a distance of several dozen meters, two IDF tanks mistakenly identified a gun in a window of one of the buildings, leading them to fire two shells at the perceived target. The army is currently looking into the circumstances that led to the misidentification of the soldiers as Palestinian militants. As per the IDF's rec...

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Ogun psychiatric patients revolt, protest poor treatment

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Ogun psychiatric patients revolt, protest poor treatment Ogun psychiatric patients revolt, protest poor treatment

Reports from Channels Television indicate that psychiatric patients at the Neuropsychiatric Hospital Abeokuta, located in the Ogun State capital, have voiced their dissatisfaction with the inadequate treatment they are receiving. An uproar ensued for over two hours until law enforcement officers from the Lafenwa Divisional Headquarters intervened to restore order. During the incident, a psychiatric doctor and three nurses narrowly escaped harm as the situation turned violent. The grievances of the patients at the Aro Neuropsychiatric facility included substandard meals, poor sanitation conditions, and a lack of backup power when the primary electricity supply from the utility company failed. Some family members of the patients revealed that th...

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Alleged marginalization: Igbo group seeks Nigeria’s recolonisation

Call for Action: Igbo group urges reconsideration of Nigeria's governance In a recent statement to the press in Owerri, Mazi Uche Mefor, the convener of the Igbo-Biafra Nationalists Movement (IBN), has raised the issue of Nigeria's governance, advocating for a radical change. According to Mefor, the need for this call stems from what he perceives as a lack of fair opportunities for the Igbo community within Nigeria's political and socio-economic framework. In his words, the existing state of Nigeria embodies a form of cruelty within the black community, hindering progress and development, especially for the Igbo-Biafrans. He emphasizes that if Nigeria continues to suppress the Southeasterners and perpetuate apartheid-like conditions, then reconsidering colonization might be necessary. ...

The Passing of Former Senator Michael Onunkun

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The Passing of Former Senator Michael Onunkun

Regrettably, it has been confirmed that Michael Onunkun, also known as MAE Onunkun, a prominent figure who served as a Senator during the Second Republic in the previous Ondo State, has passed away at the age of 98. Representing the Ondo West Senatorial District, now Ondo South, in the former Ondo State from 1979 to 1983, he left a lasting impact on his community. His daughter, Mrs. Morenike Alaka, disclosed this sad news to NAN on Thursday in Okitipupa. Alaka, who previously held the position of Chairman of Okitipupa Local Government, revealed that the respected statesman breathed his last around 11:57 pm on Wednesday at West End Hospital, Okitipupa. Speaking fondly of her father, she shared, “My dad, a distinguished politician during the Second Republic, despite his imperfecti...

The Call for Coordinated Drug Wholesale Centers in Aba by NAFDAC

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The Call for Coordinated Drug Wholesale Centers in Aba by NAFDAC

Calling for the establishment of coordinated wholesale centers for drugs and related products in Aba, the Abia State capital, the Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mojisola Adeyeye, emphasized the importance of such centers in enhancing monitoring and reducing the production and circulation of counterfeit drugs within society. During a courtesy visit to the Abia State governor, Alex Otti, Adeyeye reiterated the significance of these centers and expressed hope that they would be realized during the governor's administration. In response, Otti affirmed his administration's commitment to collaborating with NAFDAC and other security agencies to combat the proliferation of counterfeit goods, emphasizing the establishment of a uni...

17 monarchs appointed and elevated by Osun government

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

17 monarchs appointed and elevated by Osun government

Prince Oyeleye Saheed Akorede has been appointed as the next Gbelepawo of Gbelepawo in Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State. In addition, Prince Oyedele Isiaka Olasunkanmi has been approved as the next Alajagba of Ajagba. The state Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, announced that the appointments of the monarchs were given the green light by the Osun State Government after observing the necessary administrative processes and relevant laws. Chief Omolola Ibitoye Afilaka has also been endorsed as the Alatorin of Atorin in Atakunmosa East Local Government Area. Furthermore, the Osun State Executive Council approved the elevation of several others such as the Alade of Atokejoye in Ayedire Local Government, Aleki of Ileki-Ijesha in Atakunmosa West...

Burna Boy Plans to Have Kids According to His Own Timeline

16May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

Burna Boy Plans to Have Kids According to His Own Timeline

The talented musician, Damini Ogulu, popularly referred to as Burna Boy, recently opened up about his decision to delay having children. In a candid Instagram live session with his fans, Burna Boy revealed that he believes he is not yet prepared to become a father as he wants to be able to dedicate the necessary attention and care to his future offspring. The acclaimed artist, known for hits like 'African Giant', expressed that he intends to wait until he is fully established before starting a family. He shared, "The reason I haven't started a family yet? Simply because I don't feel ready to take on that responsibility at this moment." Burna Boy elaborated on his stance, drawing inspiration from the love he receives from his own parents, stating that he wants to ensure he can provide h...

Tragic Incident: Multiple Fatalities at Police Checkpoint in Abia

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Tragic Incident: Multiple Fatalities at Police Checkpoint in Abia

Reports indicate that a devastating accident claimed the lives of 18 travelers along the Umuahia-Enugu section of the Port Harcourt Enugu Highway during the early hours of Thursday morning. The tragic incident occurred near a police checkpoint in the Lokpanta area of Abia State. An 18-seater commercial bus, waiting for police clearance at the checkpoint, was struck by a truck whose driver had lost control, resulting in the deaths of all passengers and the bus driver. An eyewitness named Bananas Okereke, speaking to The Nation, described the scene as bodies of the victims remained scattered at the crash site at 8:20 am. He mentioned, “The road is currently obstructed as protesting bus drivers and other motorists demand the return of the policemen involved in causing the accident. “Fellow...

Rivers State Politics: Magnus Abe Reveals Wike’s Influence in the Government

16May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Rivers State Politics: Magnus Abe Reveals Wike’s Influence in the Government

Senator Magnus Abe, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has characterized the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, as a key player in President Bola Tinubu's administration. Clarifying further, Abe specified that the former governor of Rivers State is not an APC member. During an appearance on Channels Television's Politics Today, Abe shared how he persuaded Wike to collaborate with Tinubu. Expressing his stance, the APC stalwart remarked, "I find it satisfying to work alongside Wike. I went the extra mile to convince Wike, back when he was governor, to support Tinubu in Rivers State." "Wike is a personal friend of mine. Presently, he serves in the APC government as a minister. Collaboration is essential," Abe added. On whether Wike has joined the AP...