My Blog

Category: Breaking News

  • Detection of New Covid-19 Variant: FG Urges Precaution

    Detection of New Covid-19 Variant: FG Urges Precaution

    The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has raised an alert concerning a newly detected COVID-19 variant known as XEC. 

    In a letter dated December 5, 2024, addressed to the Committee of Chief Medical Directors and Medical Directors, the Ministry disclosed that the variant, first reported in Australia, has spread to 29 countries globally.

    The XEC variant reportedly exhibits a growth advantage over previously circulating strains, sparking concerns about its potential public health impact.

     Dr. O. N. Anuma, the Head of the Teaching Hospital Division, emphasized the importance of heightened vigilance in healthcare facilities, urging hospitals to activate alert systems for early detection of COVID-like symptoms.

    PLEASE READ: FCT: I’m Blind, Deaf – Wike Declares

    The Ministry called for robust collaboration among stakeholders to enhance monitoring protocols and facilitate timely data sharing. Effective coordination is considered vital for managing the risks posed by the new strain.

    In light of the situation, the Ministry advised the public to resume the use of nose masks in crowded places while awaiting further confirmation of the variant’s full implications. 

    This proactive measure aims to curb potential transmission and protect public health.

  • Dele Farotimi Imprisoned till Dec 10

    Dele Farotimi Imprisoned till Dec 10

    In an apparent determination to, as they say, teach him a lesson, the @NgPolice and his accusers have facilitated the incarceration’s of human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi.

    The Lagos based lawyer was accused of slandering legal icon and university proprietor, Afe Babalola, SAN, and banker, Tony Elumelu.

    The alleged libelous articles were said to be contained in his book titled Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System that was recently published by Mr. Farotimi.

    Even though the book was published in Lagos, where Mr. Farotimi also domiciles, he was forcefully taken out of his home in Lagos and driven for about seven hours to Ado Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State where one of his petitioners, Chief Afe Babalola resides.

    Upon arrival, Mr. Farotimi was arraigned at the court of Magistrate Mr. Samson Adeosun where he was slammed a sixteen-count charge of defaming and maligning Chief Bbabalola.

    Mr. Farotimi pleaded not guilty to all the charges.

    He was denied bail and ordered to be detained in prison custody till the next adjourned date of December 10, 2024.

    READ ALSO: EFCC TO ARRAIGN YAHAYA BELLO TODAY

  • Blaze Engulfs INEC Office in Delta’s Ika North East LGA

    Blaze Engulfs INEC Office in Delta’s Ika North East LGA

    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reported a fire incident at its Ika North East Local Government Area (LGA) office in Owa-Oyibu town, Delta State.

    The incident occurred on Monday, December 2, 2024, and attributed to a sudden power surge following the restoration of public electricity.

    It was disclosed in a press statement on Tuesday that the fire outbreak caused significant damage to several electoral materials stored at the office.

    INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information & Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun confirmed that the fire primarily affected the stores section of the office where key electoral items were stored.

    Among the destroyed items were 706 ballot boxes, 50 election bags, 322 apron vests, three electric power generators, 140 stamps, 50 ballot box seals, as well as assorted materials such as envelopes, posters, forms, and booklets.

    Despite the scale of the destruction, the Commission assured that no lives were lost and there were no reported injuries.

    According to the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Delta State, Mr. Etekamba Udo Umoren, the fire broke out in the afternoon but did not lead to any fatalities.

    The incident has already been reported to security agencies and emergency services for a detailed investigation.

    INEC also extended its appreciation to the Nigeria Police Force and the Delta State Fire Service for their prompt response to the emergency.

    Ika North East LGA, one of the 25 LGA offices in Delta State, plays a critical role in the state’s electoral activities.

    The area comprises 14 Registration Areas (Wards), 238 Polling Units, and 131,747 registered voters. This fire incident raises concerns about the preparedness and security of electoral materials in the region.

    Despite the incident, the Commission has expressed committed to taking necessary steps to ensure minimal disruption to future elections.

    The Commission has vowed to continue working with the relevant authorities to investigate the cause of the fire and prevent similar occurrences in the future.

  • Fire Destroys Market in Trademore Estate, Abuja

    Fire Destroys Market in Trademore Estate, Abuja

    A fire broke out early Monday morning, consuming the only market in Trademore Estate, Lugbe, Abuja. 

    The blaze, which started around 3:30 a.m. after power was restored by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, spread quickly before help could arrive.

     While the exact cause is not yet confirmed, locals speculate that an electrical malfunction could be to blame.

    Residents were among the first to spot the fire, with one eyewitness noting the chaotic scene. 

    Despite attempts to reach the Federal Fire Service and local responders, it was a fire truck from Dunamis Church that arrived first. 

    Other teams from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and Sauka Station followed shortly after.

    By 5:30 a.m., the flames were under control, but the damage was done. As of now, the total loss and the number of affected traders are still unknown, though cleanup efforts have begun. 

    This is the latest in a series of unfortunate events for the estate, as it had previously been flooded in June 2023.

  • AFCON 2025: Qualified Eagles falls to Rwanda 2-1

    AFCON 2025: Qualified Eagles falls to Rwanda 2-1

    An already qualified Super Eagles fell to the superior play of the Rwandan national team as the traunced the Eagles 2-1.

    The Eagles defeat is however, not enough to qualify the Rwandans as they were earlier defeated by the Benonoise national team

  • Ondo Guber 2024: Incumbent, Gov. Aiyedatiwa declared winner

    Ondo Guber 2024: Incumbent, Gov. Aiyedatiwa declared winner

    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared All Progressives Congress (APC), Lucky Aiyedatiwa winner of the Ondo State 2024 governorship election.

    Governor Aiyedatiwa polled a total of 366,781to defeat his closest rival, Mr. Agboola Ajayi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who scored 117,845, while Olorunfemi Festus of the Labour Party (LP) came third with a score of 1,162.

    The final result for the off-season election was announced today, in Akure, the Ondo.state capital by INEC Returning Officer for the election and Vice Channcellor of Federal University, Lokoja, Prof. Akinwumi Olayemi Durotimi.

    Prof. Durotimi declared, ”Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of the APC having satisfied the requirements of the law and scored the highest number of lawful votes cast, is hereby returned elected.”

    PLEASE READ: LAGOS HOSPITAL KILLED MY WIFE BY REMOVING HER FIBROID, WOMB – HUSBAND

  • Late COAS Lagbaja: Tinubu Confers Post-Humous Honour of CFR

    Late COAS Lagbaja: Tinubu Confers Post-Humous Honour of CFR

    President Bola Tinubu on Friday conferred a post-homous award of the Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR) on the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.

    He made the declaration during the interment in honour of the late warrior at the National Cemetery in Mogadishu, Abuja.

    The President extoled the virtues of the late warrior, eulogising his contributions to national security.

    According to Tinubu, the appointment of Lagbaja as the COAS was one of his finest made so far.

    The event had in attendance Vice President Kashima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Defence Minister, governors and top military officials.

    Last week, Tinubu announced Lagbaja’s death, saying the late warrior passed away in Lagos after a period of illness.

    Born on February 28, 1968, Lagbaja served as the Chief of Army Staff for one year and four months. President Tinubu appointed him to the role in June 2023.

    He played pivotal roles in numerous internal security operations, including Operation ZAKI in Benue State, Lafiya Dole in Borno, Udoka in Southeast Nigeria, and Operation Forest Sanity across Kaduna and Niger States.

  • New Pay-TV Launches in Abuja

    New Pay-TV Launches in Abuja

    Nigeria’s robust television viewing public had its yearnings fulfilled as #LuftPay-TV, a new TV Network that offers pay par-view billing option opened for business this evening in Abuja.

    Performing the launch, governors Abdullahi Sule and Caleb Mutfweng of Nasarawa and Plateau states, respectively called on the viewing public to embrace the new network which presents an obvious alternative to the present arrangement which offers no options for pay par view.

    In particular, Governor Sule compared pay tv to the system in the communication industry where phone calls are paid per second.

    Governor Mutfweng said Luft Pay-TV had come at a very good time when Nigerians are coping with cost of living crisis and yearning for cost efficiency.

    The highpoint of the event was the unveiling of the Luft Pay-TV decoders to the audience.

  • Trump Reclaims White House with 2024 Election Victory

    Trump Reclaims White House with 2024 Election Victory

    Donald Trump has secured a return to the U.S. presidency in the 2024 election, overtaking Democratic candidate Kamala Harris after accumulating the necessary 270 electoral votes.

    Trump’s strong performance in states like Florida, Texas, and Georgia provided him with a decisive edge, even as Harris held her ground in Democratic strongholds, including New York and California.

    Trump’s campaign message, centered on a renewed “America First” agenda, appealed to voters seeking tightened immigration controls and economic reforms aimed at bolstering American jobs.

    His stance included reducing taxes, cutting regulatory barriers, and reviving domestic manufacturing—a strategy resonating with many in the heartland and key battleground states.

    This victory not only returns Trump to the Oval Office but also marks a shift in national priorities, as he vows to strengthen the U.S. military and assert America’s role in global security.

  • Taoreed Lagbaja, COAS, is dead

    Taoreed Lagbaja, COAS, is dead

    Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoreed Lagbaja is dead.

    General, 56, has been down with an undisclosed ailment, even though some alleged that he was treating cancer in a Londin hospital.

    Details to follow…