Author: Binta Agboola

A devastating incident occurred last Sunday at a church in Ibadan, Oyo State, leaving five people dead and dozens hospitalized after consuming food at a feast. The Oyo State Ministry of Health and relevant stakeholders have been informed, and an investigation has commenced to determine the cause of the deaths. Public Relations Officer of the State Police Command, Adewale Osifeso, confirmed that an investigation is ongoing. “Investigation is ongoing. Updates would be provided accordingly, please,” Osifeso stated. The feast was part of the church’s traditional events, and scores of worshippers ate from the prepared food. Unfortunately, five people lost their…

The Rwandan government has confirmed cases of Marburg virus disease, a highly infectious hemorrhagic fever similar to Ebola, in a few patients across health facilities nationwide. The virus is primarily spread through direct contact with infected bodily fluids and surfaces, as well as fruit bats. Symptoms of Marburg virus disease include high fever, strong headaches, vomiting, muscle aches, and stomach aches. Anyone experiencing these symptoms is urged to contact the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) on 114 or visit the nearest health facility. To combat the outbreak, the Rwandan health ministry has implemented enhanced preventive measures in all health facilities, including:…

Akwa Ibom State was thrown into mourning yesterday as news broke of the passing of the First Lady, Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, wife of Governor Pastor Umo Eno. Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, announced the sad news in a statement titled “Unexpected Sunset”, revealing that Mrs. Eno died at a hospital on September 26, 2024, surrounded by family members. In the statement, the family said: “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the Wife of the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Her Excellency, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, following an illness.” “She passed away peacefully…

A Mallorca fan has been sentenced to one year in prison and banned from stadiums for three years for racially abusing Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior and former Villarreal player Samuel Chukwueze. This verdict marks the third criminal conviction in recent months for racist insults targeted at Real Madrid players, particularly Vinicius. The abuse directed at Vinicius occurred during Madrid’s 1-0 La Liga defeat to Mallorca in February 2023. The fan also insulted Chukwueze, now at AC Milan, two weeks later. The supporter was “found guilty of two crimes against moral integrity, aggravated by the fact that he acted with racist…

A devastating cholera outbreak has struck Ndibokote village in Izzi Local Government Area, Ebonyi State, claiming the lives of 11 individuals, including a nursing mother who left behind a 9-month-old baby. The outbreak, which began on Monday, September 23, 2024, has also affected 20 others who are currently responding to treatment. Hon. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Moses Ekuma, confirmed the outbreak and commended Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru for approving funds to combat the outbreak. Three treatment centers have been established in the area, and Ekuma advised residents to seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms of diarrhea and vomiting.…

The Federal Government has announced that the payment of the new minimum wage will commence in July 2024, contrary to earlier promises of May 1, 2024. Ekpo Nta, Chairman of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC), made this known at a press briefing in Abuja. Nta explained that the President approved the bill on July 29, 2024, after the National Assembly passed it. This date will serve as the effective implementation date for the new minimum wage. Benson Upah, Head of Information of the Nigerian Labour Congress, described the decision as “unfair” and “unacceptable.” Timmy Etim, National Vice…

Paris Saint-Germain manager, Luis Enrique, has expressed his admiration for Kylian Mbappe, describing his departure to Real Madrid as “a pity” in a new documentary by Movistar. Enrique praised Mbappe’s exceptional personal qualities, saying, “In Kylian’s case, I met a wonderful player. A person of an exceptional personal level, which you rarely find when you arrive and see a player of that level. Human, affectionate, close.” Mbappe, 25, joined Real Madrid this summer after running down his contract with PSG. Enrique acknowledged the move, stating, “What a pity he went to Madrid. Especially for us at the time. But life…

A devastating fuel tanker explosion rocked the upscale Maitama area of Abuja on Monday evening, leaving multiple people injured and sparking widespread panic. The incident occurred along Shehu Shagari Way, with nearby passengers in a commercial vehicle also affected. Motorists abandoned their vehicles and fled for safety, causing a massive gridlock along Nicon Hotel, MTN, and Chicken House. One eyewitness, #Southsouthboy3, described the scene on X, saying, “A petrol-laden tanker has exploded in Maitama… Many motorists abandoned their vehicles on the busy road and ran for their lives.” Emergency responders swiftly arrived at the scene, and nearby hospitals were alerted…

Nigerians may face another electricity tariff increase due to the rising subsidy shortfall, which reached N181.63 billion in September. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) data reveals a steady increase in the subsidy since May. The foreign exchange crisis is the primary driver of the electricity subsidy rise. The NERC pegged the dollar exchange rate at N1,601.5 in September, impacting the cost of power production. In April, the government removed subsidies for Band A customers, who receive at least 20 hours of electricity daily, raising their tariff to N225 per kilowatt-hour. However, the tariff dropped to N206.80/kWh in May before…

London’s Wembley Stadium witnessed a thrilling showdown on Saturday as Daniel Dubois defended his IBF heavyweight title against Anthony Joshua. The 27-year-old Dubois produced a breathtaking performance, stopping Joshua in the fifth round with a crushing right hook to the chin. Dubois dominated the bout, sending Joshua to the canvas four times before delivering the decisive blow. The sellout crowd of 96,000 was electrified by Dubois’s impressive display, cementing his position as a formidable force in the heavyweight division. Joshua’s defeat marks a significant setback in his quest for boxing supremacy. A victory would have positioned him for a lucrative…