As part of its efforts to protect lives and property in Lagos State, the Lagos State Police Command has been on the trail of criminals who have been terrorising Lagosians at strategic locations, especially in Ikorodu and Lekki/Ajah areas of the state in order to decimate their plans. To this […]
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National Youth Service Scheme denies it abandoned Corps members in Isolation centres
The National Youth Service Corps has denied reports that it abandoned corps members who tested positive for COVID-19 in isolation centres. An online publication had reported that some corps members deployed to Jigawa State who tested positive for the virus were abandoned at the state’s isolation centre despite showing no […]
Nigeria Medical Association insists on Clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccines
The Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, has advised that COVID-19 vaccines being imported into the country must undergo a quick clinical trial before it is administered to citizens. According to the NMA President, Innocent Ujah, reactions to vaccines differ among different races and as a result, they need to quickly do […]
Anambra State Government insists Igwe Mark Anthony Okonkwo remains traditional ruler of Alor, Idemili South
The Anambra State Government says Igwe Mark Anthony Okonkwo of Alor community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State, still remains the traditional ruler of the community. State Government said this is in view of the lifting of the suspension placed on the traditional ruler and that he […]
Resumption of NPFL, a Big Relief, Says Sports Minister
The resuming of Nigerian league has brought a big relief after months of uncertainty. Mr Dare made this assertion during a media chat following the kickoff of the 2020/2021 NPFL season last weekend. He said it’s a sign of relief to see the NPFL return. He noted the excitement on […]
First Case of New Covid-19 Variant Found In Colorado, Denver
On Tuesday, 29th December 2020, Gov. Jared Polis announced that the first reported U.S. case of the COVID-19 variant that’s been seen in the United Kingdom has been discovered in Colorado, Denver. According to state health officials, the coronavirus variant was found in a man in his 20s who is […]
Nigeria Records 749 new confirmed cases of Coronavirus
On the 29th of December 2020, 749 new confirmed cases and 3 deaths were recorded in Nigeria. Till date, 85,560 cases have been confirmed, 71,937 cases have been discharged and 1,267 deaths have been recorded in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. The 749 new cases are reported from […]
Osun reverses directives cancelling cross-over, New Year religious service
The government of Osun statehas decided to allow cross over religious gatherings, being sensitive to the mood of the season. In a statement released by the state government, it also warned religious organisations holding cross over service must note that they are expected to close the service early and everyone […]
Security Operatives Foil Kidnap Attempt in Katsina
On 29th December 2020 at about 02:30am, bandits numbering over thirty , shooting sporadically with AK 47 rifles, attacked Lambo village, Wurma Ward, Kurfi LGA of Katsina state, killed two persons and kidnapped seventeen (17) women and six (6) children. According to Police Public Relations SP Gambo Isah, Personnel of […]
A young male was involved in a fatal lone crash while crossing the road at Ihiala -FRSC
Report has it that an unidentified driver of a Toyota Sienna Space wagon car with registration number LSR 748 GN knocked down a male Child while crossing the road in a fatal and lone crash along Ihiala road opposite Starch mill ULI Ihiala,. The crash happened yesterday 29th December, 2020 […]