Author: Opeyemi Ogabi

A recent report from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant increase in suspected Lassa fever cases, with 6,902 cases reported across 125 local government areas in 28 states between January and June 23, 2024. Confirmed cases stand at 920, resulting in 162 fatalities and a case fatality rate of 17.6%. This rate is lower than the 20% recorded during the same period in 2023. According to the report, 66% of confirmed cases come from Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi states, while the remaining 34% are spread across 25 states. The most affected age group is 21-30…

Tragedy struck Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, on Wednesday, as a final-year student, Olaoye Fabiyi, was brutally murdered by suspected cultists during his final exams. The incident occurred when Fabiyi was dragged out of the examination hall by unidentified men, shot, and hit with a brick on the head. The university management has suspended all examinations indefinitely, citing safety concerns. In a statement released on Thursday, the Deputy Registrar, Babatunde Odugbesan, assured students of their safety and advised them to remain calm while investigations are ongoing. “The university management has directed the suspension of all examinations…

The black market dollar to naira exchange rate for July 3rd has been revealed. According to sources at the Bureau De Change (BDC), the Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) players are buying a dollar for N1510 and selling at N1520. Please note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not recognize the parallel market (black market) and has directed individuals who want to engage in Forex to approach their respective banks. Here are the exchange rates for July 3rd: – Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate Today: – Buying Rate: N1510 – Selling Rate: N1520 – Dollar to Naira…

Nigerian songstress, Tiwa Savage, has taken to social media to praise her colleague, Olamide, for his selfless act. In a post on her Instagram page, Tiwa revealed that Olamide rejected a N100 million offer for a verse on her song, choosing instead to feature for free. According to Tiwa, Olamide’s management had initially billed her N100 million, but the rapper refused to accept payment when he found out the artiste was his “sister” Tiwa. She expressed gratitude for Olamide’s kind gesture, acknowledging the challenges female artistes face in the industry. “I was talking to his management, I did not want…

A faction of the Obidient Movement, a youth movement that emerged during the 2023 presidential election, has declared support for Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the upcoming Edo State governorship election. The group, comprising members from Edo South Senatorial District, pledged their support for Okpebholo due to his connection with the people. However, the Edo State chapter of the Labour Party has condemned the endorsement, describing it as “absurd” for a group affiliated with the Obidient Movement to support a candidate from another party. Ikhuenbor Igbinevbo, Coordinator General of the Obidient Movement for Okpebholo, explained…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Imo has announced the commencement of its congresses to elect new leaders from the ward to the state level, following a recent shakeup in the state leadership that led to mass resignations. According to the State Caretaker Committee Chairman, Chidi Dike, the congresses will be conducted in a manner acceptable to all, and will reposition the party to face future challenges. Dike commended the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, for his support towards the party’s welfare in the state. The State Secretary, Ugorji Onuegbu, released the timetable, scheduling the ward congress for July 27,…

Lagos State Government has swiftly responded to a cholera outbreak at Kirikiri Correctional Centre, where 25 cases of severe gastroenteritis were confirmed. According to Prof. Akin Abayomi, Commissioner for Health, urgent medical and environmental intervention measures have been implemented with success. The outbreak, traced to unregulated street beverages and contaminated water supply, has prompted the government to enforce environmental health countermeasures. Abayomi disclosed that samples from popular street beverages tested positive for vibrio cholera bacteria, highlighting the need for regulation. The government has supplied the prison with intravenous fluids, infection prevention materials, and other health consumables, with support from the…

A gubernatorial aspirant in the 2023 elections and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Segun Sowunmi, has expressed dismay over the deplorable condition of roads in the state. In a candid Facebook post, Sowunmi described the situation as “appalling” and “embarrassing,” urging Governor Dapo Abiodun to declare a state of emergency to address the issue. A Stark Reality Sowunmi lamented that the state’s road network has become a source of shame, with visitors and residents alike wondering how the “Gateway State” has fallen so low. He attributed the neglect to the failure of local government and…