The Health Situation of Former Student Injured in Ogbomoso Shooting Being Monitored by LAUTECH
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The Health Situation of Former Student Injured in Ogbomoso Shooting Being Monitored by LAUTECH

According to the registrar of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, efforts are underway to track the health status of a former student who was wounded in a recent shooting incident in the town. The disclosure was made by Kayode Ogunleye in a statement released on Thursday. Recent reports revealed that a fatal clash occurred at a club in Ogbomoso a few days ago, resulting in one fatality and two injuries. LAUTECH has confirmed that one of the individuals hurt during the incident is a former student, Iyanda Femi Israel, a graduate of the Department of Management and Accounting. The statement clarified that the deceased individual was not affiliated with the university. The university's management is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of its staff an...
Incident involving a remotely piloted aircraft in Rajasthan, India
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Incident involving a remotely piloted aircraft in Rajasthan, India

An aircraft operated remotely by the Indian Air Force (IAF) met with an accident in the state of Rajasthan, located in western India, as per official sources. The incident did not result in any casualties or property damage. Reportedly, the aircraft crashed while on a routine training exercise near Jaisalmer, which is approximately 600 km west of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. An investigation has been initiated by the IAF to determine the cause of the crash. In a similar incident last month, a Tejas aircraft belonging to the IAF crashed within the premises of a student hostel in Jaisalmer during a training mission. Fortunately, the pilot managed to eject safely, and there were no reports of injuries on the ground.
NSCDC in Anambra Seeks Enhanced Collaboration with Nigerian Army for Securing Critical National Assets
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NSCDC in Anambra Seeks Enhanced Collaboration with Nigerian Army for Securing Critical National Assets

In Anambra State, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has requested increased support from the Nigerian Army to safeguard critical national assets within the state. During a visit to Col. Mohammed Abubakar, Commander of the 302 Artillery Regiment Nigerian Army in Onitsha, NSCDC Commandant Olatunde Maku emphasized the importance of their partnership in protecting vital infrastructures. Maku expressed gratitude for the current cooperation with the Army, highlighting their joint efforts in various operations, including combating illegal activities such as oil bunkering, pipeline vandalism, and illicit petroleum trade. Emphasizing the significance of inter-agency collaboration, Maku noted that working together would significantly contribute to eliminating practices that im...
Emefiele’s Trial Delayed Due to EFCC Lawyer’s Absence
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Emefiele’s Trial Delayed Due to EFCC Lawyer’s Absence

Thursday's trial of former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele on procurement fraud charges was stalled due to the absence of the lead counsel representing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Rotimi Oyedepo. Mr. Oyedepo, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), was unable to attend court as he had prior official commitments, as indicated in a letter he sent. He requested an adjournment of the trial to a later date. During the hearing, a representative for Emefiele, I. D. Ahmed, informed the court that the prosecution had requested an adjournment. However, the trial judge, Justice Hamza Muazu, noted that the proposed date for the adjournment was not suitable for the court's schedule. As a result, the trial was rescheduled to continue on June 24 and 25.
Appeal Court Delays Judgement in Legal Battle over Rivers Assembly Crisis
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Appeal Court Delays Judgement in Legal Battle over Rivers Assembly Crisis

An important verdict is yet to be delivered by the Appeal Court in Port Harcourt in a legal dispute brought forth by Anabs Sara-Igbe and others against a previous ruling made by Justice Chinwendu Nworgu of the Rivers State High Court. The previous ruling had dismissed their case against President Bola Tinubu, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Martin Amaewhule, and two others citing lack of jurisdiction. The three-judge panel, led by Justice Elfreda Oluwayamisi-Dawodu, has opted to reserve the judgement for a later undisclosed date. This decision was made following the adoption of final written arguments by the parties involved. During the adoption proceedings, Wilcox Agberetor, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, representing the claimants, pushed for the appeal to be granted, proposing that the m...
Call for Resignation of APC National Chairman and Zoning of Party Leadership
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Call for Resignation of APC National Chairman and Zoning of Party Leadership

At the national secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja, a group of stakeholders from the North Central region has staged a protest demanding the resignation of the National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje. The protesters expressed their call for Ganduje's resignation in light of his recent suspension by a faction of his ward executives and the bribery allegations made against him by the Kano State government. Chanting solidarity songs and holding banners with messages such as "Ganduje must resign" and "Return the APC chairmanship to North Central," the demonstrators also urged President Bola Tinubu and Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume to reconsider giving the party leadership back to the North Central region. Although the Forum of AP...
Catholic Bishop Kukah: Concerns Over Ethnic and Religious Biases in Nigerian Universities
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Catholic Bishop Kukah: Concerns Over Ethnic and Religious Biases in Nigerian Universities

In an interview with Arise TV on Thursday, Catholic Bishop Matthew Kukah of Sokoto Diocese expressed his worries about the growing promotion of ethnic and religious biases in Nigerian universities. Kukah highlighted a concerning trend of diminishing diversity and meritocracy in Nigerian academic institutions, particularly in Northern Nigeria. He brought attention to specific instances, stating, “A mosque was constructed at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. I delivered a convocation lecture in Calabar three weeks ago, and the Chief Imam of the University came to congratulate me." Concerning the restrictions faced by religious minorities in some Northern Nigerian universities, Kukah elaborated, “As I speak to you, Usman Dan Fodio, who is over 40 years old, Bayero University, and other u...
Barcelona Manager Xavi Reveals Why He Decided to Stay
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Barcelona Manager Xavi Reveals Why He Decided to Stay

Xavi Hernandez, the Barcelona manager, has now explained the reasons behind his change of heart regarding his departure from the LaLiga club. Initially, Xavi had announced his intention to step down as head coach in the summer, despite having a contract with the club until 2025. In a surprising turn of events, Xavi has now opted to remain with Barcelona after a meeting with the club’s president, Joan Laporta, and other senior officials. The 44-year-old former Spain midfielder has shared insight into his decision to continue at the club. “I made a reversal because of the overwhelming confidence shown by the president, the board, and the players. This project is still ongoing,” Xavi explained. “My team and I believe that we have the strength to achieve great things together and carry for...
NCC Urged to Approve Price Increase by Nigerian Telecom Operators
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NCC Urged to Approve Price Increase by Nigerian Telecom Operators

Telecommunication providers in Nigeria claim they have refrained from raising prices for the past 11 years amidst escalating inflation. In a recent joint statement, the Association of Licensed Telecom Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) and the Association of Telecommunication Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) highlighted this stance. Both associations expressed concern that the current pricing structure in the telecom sector does not reflect economic conditions, posing a threat to the industry's viability and potentially undermining investor trust. The operators are now urging the Nigerian Communications Commission to approve adjustments in prices for the sector. ALTON and ATCON emphasized that significant investments are required for the development of telecommunications inf...
Tragic Incident in Rivers: Police Inspector Fatally Shot by Gunmen
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Tragic Incident in Rivers: Police Inspector Fatally Shot by Gunmen

The sad news broke on Thursday as the Rivers State Police Command announced the tragic death of one of its officers, Inspector Sunday Baba, at the hands of unidentified gunmen. In a brief statement shared on their official platform, the Command disclosed that Inspector Baba was on duty in Rumuolumeni area when he tragically lost his life on Wednesday. The unpredictable dangers faced by law enforcement officers were highlighted by the Command, lamenting the uncertainty of returning home safely each day. This heartbreaking incident comes just two months after another officer fell victim to a similar attack during a routine stop and search operation in the state capital, Port Harcourt. Unfortunately, attacks on police officers by gunmen have become all too common in Rivers State, as repor...