The management of the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) has confirmed the death of a first-year student of the institution whose lifeless body was found in a drainage on Friday. The deceased, Favour Okenyi, from the Department of Medical Laboratory Science, was found dead in a drain near Akanu Ibiam Stadium, UNN. The university’s spokesman, Okwun Omeaku, confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday. The statement said, “UNN appeals for useful information that will aid investigations and fish out perpetrator/s of the evil act.” The school commiserated with the deceased’s family. The statement said the university authority was collaborating…
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The Ondo State House of Assembly has reiterated its commitment of addressing governmental and constitutional issues with vision and the fear of God for the desired good governance. The Speaker of the House of the Assembly, Chief Olamide Oladiji, gave the assurance on Sunday at the Government House Chapel, Akure. The News Agency of Nigeria( NAN) reports that lawmakers and member of the assembly attended a special Sunday service at the chapel. The service is part of the State Government’s Agenda that Ministries and Parastatal should set aside a day to Worship God at the Government House Chapel, Akure. Oladiji…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Capital Territory Command, has arrested 243 suspected criminals from January to June. The FCT NSCDC Commandant, Olusola Odumosu, said this during an interview with journalists on Sunday in Abuja. Mr Odumosu said that of the 243 arrests, 123 suspects had cases for prosecution. He said that 159 people were arrested for their involvement in illegal mining activities, adding that the mines and steel departments have so far recorded 39 cases. According to him, 34 suspects were also arrested for vandalising public infrastructure in the territory and have been assigned case files. “Most…
Fellow Nigerian Youths, Today, 7th of July 2024, I want to address a pressing issue that has been affecting our society and the future of our nation – cultism. As young people, we are the hope and the future of Nigeria, but the scourge of cultism is threatening to derail our potential and aspirations. Cultism has brought about a wave of violence, fear, and loss of lives among our peers. Many youths have been lured into these destructive groups, leading to tragic consequences. Lives have been lost, families shattered, and communities torn apart by the senseless violence perpetuated by cult…
The Transmission Company of Nigeria said the Police Command in Kaduna state has arrested four suspected vandals who were caught destroying transmission towers installed in some parts of the state. TCN’s General Manager, Public Affairs, Mrs Ndidi Mbah, disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja on Friday. The general manager said that among the instruments recovered from them were shovels and diggers. Mbah said that TCN appreciated the efforts of the police and assured its continued collaboration with security operatives in safeguarding transmission infrastructure nationwide. ”The suspects will be prosecuted soon,” she said. (PUNCH)
GODFREY GEORGE tells the story of residents of highbrow Lekki, Ikoyi and Ajah areas in Lagos who have had to suffer losses after flooding caused by heavy rainfall Streets became streams. Reptiles came out to play in the floodwater that overflowed roads and seeped into the homes of the rich, forcing them to leave their palatial mansions for hotels. On Wednesday, July 4, 2024, the skies didn’t stop to cry for more than 10 hours. The rains continued that evening and caused relentless flooding. By Thursday, floating furniture, TVs, mattresses and children’s toys were sighted in several videos posted online.…
The Transmission Company of Nigeria on Sunday said the national power grid has been restored following Saturday’s collapse. The TCN Public Affairs General Manager, Ndidi Mbah described the collapse as partial, saying that “there was a partial disturbance of the grid at about 15.09Hrs yesterday, 6th July 2024.” According to her, the incident “brings to three, the partial grid disturbances, with one total disturbance this year.” The TCN spokesperson said the grid collapse is suspected to have been triggered by the unexpected tripping of three units of a power-generating station which she said suddenly removed 313MW from the grid, causing…
A former president of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Takai Shamang, has been abducted in his hometown, Biniki, in the Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Mr Shamang, 78, was also a former president general of the National Union of Electricity and Gas Workers, now National Union of Electricity Employees, between 1982 and 1989. Confirming the development to journalists, his daughter, Grace Abbin, said her father was abducted at his residence in Biniki at about 8:00 p.m. on Friday. Mr Shamang is the president and founder of the Gantys Aid for Widows, Orphans and Needy Foundation, popularly known as the…
Practical Tips and Strategies on Ways to Communicate with Your Children By MercyRoland Effective communication with your children is essential for fostering a healthy and trusting relationship. Here are some practical tips and strategies to enhance your communication skills: 1. Active Listening – Give Full Attention: When your child is speaking, put away distractions like phones or other devices. Make eye contact and show genuine interest. – Acknowledge Feelings:Reflect back what they are saying to show you understand. For example, “It sounds like you’re really upset about what happened at school today.” 2. Open-Ended Questions -Encourage Expression: Ask questions that…
The Kaduna State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists has condemned the abduction of its members on Saturday at about 10:30 pm in Kaduna. The condemnation is contained in a joint statement issued by the Council’s Chairman Asma’u Halilu and the Secretary, Gambo Sanga, issued in Kaduna on Sunday. The statement indicated that the NUJ received with shock, the brazen and barbaric attack by suspected kidnappers. It stated, “The attack resulted in the abduction of the Kaduna State Correspondents of The Nation Newspaper and the Blue Newspaper, alongside their families last night at their residences in Danhono area, a…