The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has ordered the disbandment of the Edo state tactical team, who were responsible for running over a citizen at Ekpoma In a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi , He said the step aims to regularize and standardize police operations in the axis, while restoring public trust in the Police Force. Meanwhile the operatives involved are currently facing disciplinary charges and administrative procedures in line with the commitment of the IGP to hold officers accountable for their actions. The Inspector-General of Police reiterates his commitment to ensuring the highest standards…
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The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has announced the establishment of Special Intervention Squad (SIS) to fight insecurity in the country. Egbetokun disclosed this in a statement issued by CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, police force public relations officer on Monday The statement reads below: PRESS RELEASE INTERNAL SECURITY: IGP RECIEVES COMMITTEE REPORT ON ESTABLISHMENT OF S.I.S, REPOSITIONING POLICE MOBILE FORCE TO STRENGTHEN SECURITY The Acting Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, received the much-anticipated committee report on the repositioning of the Police Mobile Force to strengthen internal security with the establishment of the Special Intervention Squad…
In a captivating display of human emotion and perseverance, A Popular Content creator based in Cameroon known as Tembu Daniel (@237_TownCryer) is currently Embarking on a Guinness World Record Challenge For the Longest Time Crying (Cry-a-Thon Record) aiming to weep continuously for an astonishing 100 hours. He is currently at 6 Hours in the Challenge as at the time of this Report. Watch Live here https://instagram.com/237_towncryer?igshid=OGIzYTJhMTRmYQ==
The Ondo State Governor, Odunayo Rotimi Akeredolu, has written to the Ondo State House of Assembly on the extension of his medical leave abroad. This is following his Doctor’s advice on the need to take enough rest after recovering. Receiving the letter on behalf of other Lawmakers, the Speaker, Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon .Olamide Oladiji said the Governor’s action is in line with section 190 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria ( as amended). According to the letter, his Deputy, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa would continue to act as Governor until there is a written…
The Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company has withdrawn a scholarship awarded to Ejikeme Mmesoma, after an investigation revealed that she forged her 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) test scores. The spokesperson of the Innoson, Cornel Osigwe, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. Miss Mmesoma, a student of the Anglican Girls Secondary School in Nnewi, Anambra State, had claimed to be the top scorer in the 2023 UTME with 362. The ‘feat’ fetched her accolades from Nigerians on social media including the Anambra State Government. Innocent Chukwuma, the founder of Innoson company, would later award the candidate a N3 million…
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday, reopened Apongbon Bridge in the state, over 15 months after a fire outbreak at the market in its environs. Road users and motorists around the area were thrown into panic on March 23 when an early morning fire broke out at Apongbon market, destroying several wooden shops. Vehicles parked under the bridge were also razed by the inferno which enveloped a large section of the Bridge. Following the fire outbreak, the Lagos State Government has shut the Eko Bridge with alternative routes announced for diverting traffic and for the safety of…
In an impressive display of endurance and communication skills, a determined man known as “Boda Damola” is on the verge of shattering the talk-a-thon world record in Akure Ondo State. Over the course of 100 hours, he is expected to captivate audiences with his relentless ability to engage in non-stop conversations. In his words he said “We can do this, There is power in your Tongue, let’s talk for 100 Hrs”. The event is set for 9th to 14th July 2023 in Akure.
Mmesoma’s alleged forgery of her JAMB result has brought forth concerns about the integrity of the examination process. The JAMB examination serves as a crucial gateway for students seeking admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The accusation suggests that Mmesoma manipulated her result in order to gain an unfair advantage and secure admission to a desired institution. In the face of these allegations, Mmesoma’s father has bravely stepped forward to appeal to the Nigerian government, asking for mercy on behalf of his daughter. He acknowledges the seriousness of the offense but emphasizes that punishing his daughter too severely would have…
Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced that diphtheria, a contagious disease, has broken out in Abuja and already claimed one life. Making the announcement on Tuesday 4th of July 2023, at a press conference, Director of Public Health, Dr. Sadiq Abdulraman, called on residents of FCT to immediately take the Pentavalent vaccine to stop spread of the disease, which infects the nose and throat. A diphtheria patient experiences thick, grey matter covering the throat, making breathing hard. The disease spreads through airborne respiratory droplets (coughs or sneezes), saliva (kissing or shared drinks). Abdulraman explained that, of the eight cases…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has revealed why it involved the Department of State Services (DSS) in the forgery allegation against Ejikeme Mmesoma. The board had said the Anambra student did not score 362 in the 2023 UTME as claimed, adding that “she got 249”. JAMB also alleged that she manipulaTed her result to “deceive the public to fraudulently obtain a scholarship and other recognitions”. But in a video on Monday, Mmesoma dismissed the forgery allegation against her. The student said she printed her result from the JAMB portal. Mmesoma also revealed that she was once taken to the…