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Reaction of Peter Obi to the Passing of Rev. Sister/Principal of Bethlehem Girls College in Abule Ado Gas Explosion
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Reaction of Peter Obi to the Passing of Rev. Sister/Principal of Bethlehem Girls College in Abule Ado Gas Explosion

Upon learning of the passing of Rev. Sr. Henrietta Alokha, Principal of Bethlehem Girls College, Abule Ado, Lagos, in the gas explosion that occurred yesterday, Peter Obi, former Vice Presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), expressed his heartfelt condolences. He emphasized that the late Reverend Sister courageously sacrificed her life to rescue her students during the tragic explosion. Peter Obi also extended his thoughts and prayers to the injured individuals and families who may have lost their precious ones. He conveyed his sentiments through a series of tweets: At the critical moment, Rev. Sr. Henrietta Alokha, Principal of Bethlehem Girls College, Abule Ado, Lagos, fearlessly put her life on the line to save her students during the Sunday explosion in...
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Delta State Visit Marks the Commencement of Nigeria’s 2020 Olympics Journey by the Minister of Youths and Sports
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Delta State Visit Marks the Commencement of Nigeria’s 2020 Olympics Journey by the Minister of Youths and Sports

The commencement of Nigeria's journey to the 2020 Olympic Games, scheduled to take place in Japan later this year, was marked by a courtesy visit to the Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, by Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Youths and Sports Development, Sunday Dare. During the visit, the minister decorated the governor and presented an award to him in recognition of his significant role in sports development in Nigeria and his support as Grand Patron for Nigeria's 2020 Olympic Games efforts. Addressing the governor at the decoration ceremony held at the Government House, Asaba, the minister expressed gratitude to the governor for welcoming the team in the state and praised the remarkable progress in the development of sports in the state. He highlighted the state's contribution t...
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Olga Kurylenko, the actress famous for her role in James Bond, confirms she has coronavirus and is self-isolating
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Olga Kurylenko, the actress famous for her role in James Bond, confirms she has coronavirus and is self-isolating

Olga Kurylenko, known for her role in James Bond, has disclosed that she has been diagnosed with the novel coronavirus and has been in self-isolation for a week.   At 40 years old, Kurylenko is recognized for her portrayal of Bond girl Camille Montes in the James Bond 007 movie, as well as her role in the sci-fi film Oblivion, where she starred alongside Tom Cruise.                         Kurylenko, who holds dual French-Russian citizenship, has resided in London for nearly a decade but did not disclose the country in which she is currently self-isolating.   Addressing her almost 600,000 Instagram followers, she stated: "Locked up at home after having tested positive for Coronavirus. "I’ve actually been ill for almost a week now. Fever and fatigue are my main symptoms." The star a...
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"My aunt is gradually passing on" Actor Ebisan laments as he calls out LASUTH for allegedly for not having an Oxygen tank in their emergency department
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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"My aunt is gradually passing on" Actor Ebisan laments as he calls out LASUTH for allegedly for not having an Oxygen tank in their emergency department

The absence of an Oxygen tank in the emergency ward of Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) has been lamented by actor Ebisan as he decries the alleged poor treatment of his sick aunt at the hospital. Taking to Instagram, Ebisan shared a video on his Instagram Stories, expressing his dissatisfaction with the hospital's inadequate facilities. He recounted that the hospital staff refused to treat his aunt after he pointed out the lack of an oxygen tank in the emergency ward, and instead, asked him to take her away. In a caption accompanying the shared video, the actor criticized the government-owned hospital, stating that it almost led to the death of his aunt. He further voiced his disbelief at the situation, emphasizing the potential consequences of the absence of emergency...
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Tragic Accident in Anambra as Truck Collides with Motorcycle, Resulting in Two Fatalities
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Tragic Accident in Anambra as Truck Collides with Motorcycle, Resulting in Two Fatalities

Two individuals lost their lives after being struck by a truck while riding a motorcycle. The victims, identified as Cyprian Nwaigwe, 71, and Ikechukwu Nwabia, 65, tragically lost their lives when a Mercedes Benz truck with registration number XE 254 AWK collided with the motorcycle they were on, along Orlu-Ihiala road in Anambra state. They were immediately taken to a hospital in Ihiala, where they were unfortunately pronounced dead. Confirming the incident, Anambra State Police Command spokesman, SP Haruna Mohammed, stated that on Friday, March 14, 2020, around 3:30 pm, the driver of a Mercedes Benz truck with registration number XE 254 AWK, one Ekene Agusi of Amafor Oru West LGA of Imo State, collided with a Mate CY80 Motorcycle with Registr...
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13-year-old girl allegedly locked up in toilet, tortured, starved by her mother for years in Akwa Ibom after prophet claimed she was possessed by demon (photos)
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13-year-old girl allegedly locked up in toilet, tortured, starved by her mother for years in Akwa Ibom after prophet claimed she was possessed by demon (photos)

A 13-year-old girl in Akwa Ibom State was reportedly subjected to years of torture, starvation, and isolation by her mother, who allegedly believed she was possessed by a demon. The girl, identified as Mercy Effiong, was said to have been locked up in a dark toilet after a church prophet made the claim about her possession. This led to severe deprivation of food and nutrition, with the girl resorting to eating her own faeces to survive. The Child’s Rights and Rehabilitation Network (CRARN) brought attention to the case, highlighting Mercy's malnourished and emaciated state upon her rescue. The organization lamented the cruelty and stigma that children like Mercy face in the region. The distressing story was accompanied by several photos depicting Mercy's condition, as shared on the news...
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Sales boy burgles boss’ shop in Rivers State, steals goods worth over N1.6M (video)
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Sales boy burgles boss’ shop in Rivers State, steals goods worth over N1.6M (video)

A report emerged from Rivers State, indicating that a sales boy by the name of Emmanuel was apprehended by the local police for breaking into his employer's store and getting away with goods valued at over N1.6M. The disclosure was made by Security Activist, Amb Bosinde Araikpe, who stated that the young man was apprehended by the Divisional Police Officer of Ozuogba Police Division, CSP Christian Ugwoke, and all the stolen goods were successfully recovered. Furthermore, two additional individuals who had purchased the stolen items were also taken into custody. A video was shared, showing the suspects admitting to the crime. Araikpe urged caution in selecting and supervising personnel, emphasizing the importance of close business supervision to prevent losses. The footage of the confes...
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Pregnant mum of two killed in cooking gas explosion in Abuja (photos)
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Pregnant mum of two killed in cooking gas explosion in Abuja (photos)

An Abuja resident identified as Evelyn Chinwendu Ejike (nee Ogechukwu Osita) lost her life in a tragic gas explosion incident last week. The pregnant mother of two was reportedly using her phone while cooking when the explosion occurred. She sustained 90% burns and passed away while receiving treatment at the hospital. Following the devastating news, friends and well-wishers took to Facebook to express their condolences. Ujunwa Joy wrote, "I still can't believe you are no more. Rip ogechukwu osita." The article also includes several images related to the incident.
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Pregnant mother of two dies in cooking gas explosion in Abuja (pictures)
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Pregnant mother of two dies in cooking gas explosion in Abuja (pictures)

A woman named Evelyn Chinwendu Ejike (nee Ogechukwu Osita) lost her life in a cooking gas explosion at her home in Abuja last week. The details of the incident are still unclear, but it was rumored that the victim, who was pregnant, was cooking and using her phone when the gas exploded. The woman sustained 90% burns on her body and succumbed to her injuries at the hospital where she was being treated. Meanwhile, friends have expressed their grief on Facebook. One of her friends, Ujunwa Joy, wrote: "I still can't believe you are no more. RIP Ogechukwu Osita." See more posts below... ...
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Video which captured gas venting in Abule Ado hours before the explosion surfaces
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Video which captured gas venting in Abule Ado hours before the explosion surfaces

The emergence of a video showing gas venting in Abule Ado shortly before the devastating explosion that resulted in significant damage and claimed the lives of approximately 17 individuals in the Lagos community has drawn attention. The video, which has gained widespread circulation on the internet, features a woman vocalizing concern about the gas emanating from a trailer. The footage can be viewed below: It is noteworthy to recollect that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) conveyed in a recent statement that the tragic incident transpired subsequent to a truck colliding with gas cylinders stored in a gas processing plant situated in close proximity to the corporation’s system 2B Pipeline Right of Way.
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