Shocking Incident of Three Boys Gang-Raping 14-Year-Old Girl in Delta Community
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Shocking Incident of Three Boys Gang-Raping 14-Year-Old Girl in Delta Community

Reports have surfaced of a distressing incident where three boys allegedly carried out a brutal gang rape and defilement of a fourteen-year-old girl in Otor-Udu Community, located in the Udu Local Government Area of Delta State. The harrowing event took place on Monday, March 18, as confirmed by sources. Prior to the arrival of law enforcement and a human rights advocate for their apprehension, the perpetrators had absconded from their residences. Accounts suggest that the victim, who was on her way back from school, was beckoned by one of the boys, known as Brorien, a familiar figure in the vicinity. Subsequently, two other individuals, Dickson and Takebwebu, purportedly coerced her into a dwelling, where they subjected her to gang rape and defilement. Following the reprehensible orde...
Concerns from Afenifere Regarding the Tragic Deaths of Soldiers and Police in Delta State
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Concerns from Afenifere Regarding the Tragic Deaths of Soldiers and Police in Delta State

In a situation that unfolded just 11 days ago, gunmen viciously took the lives of 17 soldiers and six policemen separately in Delta State. This appalling incident has raised alarms for the Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and political organization, Afenifere. These security personnel fell victim to ambushes by unidentified assailants in the state, resulting in a devastating toll of 23 lives lost. In a posthumous acknowledgment, President Bola Tinubu commended the bravery of the soldiers and pledged to cover the educational expenses of the deceased military members' children. Afenifere, through a statement endorsed by its National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, expressed gratitude for the President's gesture. The organization also highlighted that banditry has continued to thrive and evolve...
Kaduna Commissioner: 32,297 Tuberculosis Cases Recorded in 2023
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Kaduna Commissioner: 32,297 Tuberculosis Cases Recorded in 2023

In 2023, Kaduna State detected a total of 32,297 tuberculosis cases, showcasing an improvement in both detection rates and prevention efforts against the disease, according to the State's Commissioner for Health, Umma Kaltume-Ahmed. This statement was made during a press briefing held in Kaduna to mark the 2024 Tuberculosis Day. The Commissioner highlighted that the state saw an increase in tuberculosis case identification from 21,557 in 2022 to 32,297 in 2023, signifying a notable enhancement in case discovery compared to the previous year. She credited this progress to the enhanced backing received by the Tuberculosis program from the state government and its partners in development. Under the 2024 World TB Day theme, 'Yes, We Can End TB,' with the slogan, 'No Gree For TB, Check Am ...
ECOWAS expresses concerns over inadequate power supply and high tariffs
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ECOWAS expresses concerns over inadequate power supply and high tariffs

The Economic Community of West African States has raised concerns about the insufficient electricity generation, high tariffs, and limited access to energy in the region. During a weekly press conference in Abuja on Thursday, the ECOWAS Commissioner for Infrastructure, Energy, Mines, Water Resources, Digitalisation, and Postal Services, Sediko Douka, highlighted the critical role of infrastructure in development. Douka noted, "The energy sector, a key focus area for ECOWAS, currently has a total installed production capacity of 25,421 GW, predominantly from thermal sources (77%), hydroelectric sources (22%), and solar/wind sources (1%). The electrification rate has risen from 45% in 2019 to an average of 53% in 2023. ...
Major News: Secondus, Sekibo and others show solidarity for Tinubu and Fubara
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Major News: Secondus, Sekibo and others show solidarity for Tinubu and Fubara

In an unexpected turn of events, Uche Secondus, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, along with key members of the Presidential Campaign Council in Rivers State for the upcoming 2023 general elections, have announced their backing for President Bola Tinubu and the governor of the state, Siminalayi Fubara. During a press conference in Port Harcourt on Thursday, Dr. Abiye Sekibo, the former Minister of Transportation and Director-General of PDP-PCC Rivers State, officially revealed this declaration. Among the notable figures present at the briefing were Austin Opara, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives; Celestine Omehia; Tele Ikuru, the former Deputy Governor of the state; Senator Lee Maeba; and Dr. Gabriel Pidomson, former Secretary to the Rivers ...
Two Individuals Sentenced to Jail for Vandalizing EEDC Property, Police Arrest Four Suspects
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Two Individuals Sentenced to Jail for Vandalizing EEDC Property, Police Arrest Four Suspects

Two individuals, Chinonso Chinaemelu (27) and Okoye Chisom Christian (20), have been sentenced to one-year imprisonment by the Federal High Court of Nigeria in Awka, Anambra State. They were convicted for vandalizing a distribution substation owned by the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC, EEDC. Emeka Ezeh, the Head of Corporate Communications at EEDC, announced this development in a statement released on Thursday. The arrests occurred on November 29, 2023, when the Abatete local vigilante group apprehended the culprits while they were in the process of vandalizing the substation in their vicinity. During the same week, a couple known as Mr. and Mrs. Ebuka Umeh was also taken into custody by members of the Isuorji community neighborhood security in Orlu, Imo State. They wer...
Exciting News for EPL Fans: Brentford’s Onyeka Given Green Light to Play Against Manchester United
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Exciting News for EPL Fans: Brentford’s Onyeka Given Green Light to Play Against Manchester United

Great news for Brentford supporters as Frank Onyeka has been given the go-ahead to take on Manchester United this coming Saturday, as reported by NewsNow. Having had to depart Nigeria's squad following the recent friendly match against Ghana, Onyeka's return is eagerly anticipated after addressing a personal issue. Reports from The Standard suggest that the midfielder is set to be part of Brentford's lineup as they prepare to face Manchester United at the Gtech Community Stadium. This development serves as a morale booster for the Bees in their ongoing fight against relegation. Since his comeback from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations just last month, the 26-year-old has been a consistent presence in Brentford's lineup. With 22 league games already under his belt this season unde...
Official Statement Affirms BEDC Board Continuity
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Official Statement Affirms BEDC Board Continuity

Assurances from the management of Benin Electricity Distribution Company clarify that both the management and board of the company remain undissolved, countering speculations circulating in the public domain. Issued by the management and conveyed by Acting Head of Corporate Affairs, Evelyn Gbiwen, the statement rebuts misleading claims surrounding the company. Refuting claims of potential government takeover and management dismissal as reported in national dailies, the statement emphasizes the persistence of the current board and management in steering BEDC towards success. In light of the misrepresentation, the management received numerous inquiries from internal and external stakeholders seeking clarification. The statement iterates the unwavering dedication ...
Beneficiaries of Ogun Educash Transfer Scheme Reach 30,000 Among Tertiary, Primary, and Secondary School Students
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Beneficiaries of Ogun Educash Transfer Scheme Reach 30,000 Among Tertiary, Primary, and Secondary School Students

As part of the ongoing efforts to alleviate the economic challenges facing students, the Ogun State Government has reported that 20,000 students in tertiary institutions nationwide have received a cash transfer of N50,000 through the Educash program. Additionally, 10,000 disadvantaged pupils in primary and secondary schools within the state have also benefited from a N10,000 cash transfer. These announcements were made by Prof Abayomi Arigbabu, the Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, following his oversight of the cash transfer process to public primary and secondary schools in the Ogun West Senatorial District earlier this week. Prof. Arigbabu revealed that more students are expected to benefit from the scheme in the coming week, emphasizing that all elig...
Delta’s Ongoing Pledge to Enhance Security Measures
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Delta’s Ongoing Pledge to Enhance Security Measures

Reaffirming its dedication to fostering peace and security within the region, the Delta State Government continues to prioritize security efforts. During a recent visit to Lagos to study the operational strategies of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, Mr. Daniel Mayuku, Chairman of the Delta Security Trust Fund, emphasized the government's commitment to combatting crime effectively since the board's inauguration. Mayuku, in a statement from Asaba on Thursday, reiterated the government's determination to enhance the security landscape of the state. An amp-video-iframe src="https://360playvid.info/slidepleer/videoIframe.html?fn=s1184s" width="16" height="9" layout="responsive" dock="#pv-dock-slot" style=" overflow: visible !important;"> “The state is strategical...