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In a tragic incident, suspected gunmen attacked a community in Sokoto State, resulting in the death of at least six people and the abduction of over 100 residents. The police confirmed the attack in Tudun Doki, Gwadabawa Local Government Area of Sokoto, with efforts ongoing to recover missing individuals. The assailants, armed with sophisticated firearms, terrorized the peaceful community in the early hours of Sunday, causing chaos and fear among the villagers. Meanwhile, troops of Operation Whirl Punch successfully eliminated three bandits in Kaduna State, contributing to the ongoing efforts to combat insecurity in the region. The continued raids and…
Cholera Outbreak in Lagos: Government Activates Emergency Operations Centre With the recent outbreak of Cholera in Lagos, the state government has taken swift action by activating its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre at Mainland Hospital, Yaba. The United Nations Children’s Fund has also called on the Lagos State Government to provide high-standard water and sanitation facilities to communities to help curb the disease. The state Ministry of Health has confirmed 350 suspected cases of cholera in 29 wards across multiple local government areas in Lagos, with 17 confirmed cases and 15 deaths. The Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, emphasized…
President Bola Tinubu, former President Muhammadu Buhari, the Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar, and the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, came together on Sunday to address the economic challenges facing Nigeria. In their messages during the Eid celebration, they emphasized the need for sacrifice, unity, and care for one another. Tinubu called for Nigerians to show more care for their neighbors and extend charity to all in the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir. Buhari, in his statement, urged citizens to return to farming and buy made-in-Nigeria products to boost food production and ensure food security. The Sultan…
The Federal Government, through the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, is taking steps to empower Nigerian airlines with direct access to international routes, specifically to the United States and South America. In a YouTube interview with O’tega Ogra titled “Unfiltered: The Big Interview,” Keyamo highlighted the government’s efforts to enable local airlines to operate direct flights to these regions, aiming to increase competition and lower ticket prices. Keyamo emphasized the importance of Bilateral Air Services Agreements (BASA) and reciprocal rights to facilitate access to these lucrative routes. By enforcing BASA and ensuring respect for Nigerian carriers, the…
Saburi Abiola, the younger brother of the late business mogul and winner of the June 12, 1993 election, Moshood Kashimawo Abiola, recently shared his insights on how the family has been coping 26 years after the death of the former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party. The Abiola family has been grappling with the loss of MKO Abiola for over two decades. Saburi reflects on how, if MKO were alive, the family would be caring for him in his old age after a lifetime of hard work and success. He describes MKO as a trailblazer, a caring individual, and…
New Minimum Wage Bill to be Implemented with Strong Sanctions The National Assembly is taking a firm stand to ensure that states, local governments, and the Organised Private Sector adhere to the newly approved minimum wage. The Senate has shared plans to include clear sanctions in the new bill to penalize defaulters, following President Bola Tinubu’s submission of the Wage Award Bill. Labour unions have been demanding N250,000 as the minimum wage, while the government and the OPS proposed N62,000. State governors argued that they could manage N60,000 but not more. Despite the ongoing negotiations, Labour remains adamant about accepting…
The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in a significant suit filed by the Federal Government against the 36 State Governors of Nigeria. The suit, seeking autonomy for local governments, aims to prevent state governors from appointing caretaker committees and withholding funds from local governments not headed by elected officials. The Federal Government wants the Supreme Court to rule that local governments should receive funds directly from the Federation Account and not through state governments. The seven-man panel of the apex court led by Justice Garba Lawal will communicate the judgment once ready. Despite opposition from all 36 states, the Attorney-General…
Welcome to the latest episode of So This Happened, where we delve into some of the most intriguing stories making headlines. First up, the organized labour’s bold move to propose a new minimum wage of ₦250,000 has sparked a heated debate, as the government and private sector stand firm on ₦62,000. Will President Bola Tinubu side with the labour leaders? Next, the shocking story of Ibrahim Ogunrinde, a 46-year-old man arrested for attempted murder in Ogun State. His motive? Suspecting his wife’s affair with a rival, he posed as a passenger, stabbed the driver, and stole his motorbike, believing he…
President Bola Tinubu expressed his condolences to Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera and the people of Malawi following the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of Vice President Saulos Chilima and other officials. The wreckage of the aircraft was found with no survivors, with aviation authorities attributing the incident to bad weather. Tinubu, through his Special Adviser, extended sympathies to the families of the deceased and offered Nigeria’s support to Malawi during this time of mourning. The African Union Commission Chairperson, Moussa Mahamat, also expressed deep sadness at the loss and offered sincere condolences to the bereaved families and the…
Unpacking the Concerning Trend in UTME Performance Recent trends in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) have sparked conversations about the state of education in Nigeria. With over 9 million candidates scoring below the pass mark of 200 between 2018 and 2024, concerns have heightened about the quality of education and systemic issues plaguing the sector. Following the release of the 2024 UTME results by JAMB, a staggering 76.1% of candidates scored below 200 out of 400 points. This has raised questions about various factors contributing to the poor performance, including unqualified teachers, outdated curriculum, and student negligence. While some…