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The Lagos State Taskforce led by its Chairman, CSP Shola Jejeloye, on Sunday, cleared the railway’s corridor on the Agege axis of the Metropolis during one of its planned exercises designed to restore sanity along the railway corridors of the State. This was made known in a statement signed by the Director, of Press & Public Affairs, Lagos State Taskforce, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem. Jejeloye revealed that the exercise was intended to deter some people from conducting business on the rail tracks and to stop them from putting obstacles in the way of trains’ efficient operation. “We have made an irreversible decision to carry out operations and remain here to discourage them from returning. This singular operation is just the tip of the iceberg but the major activities are coming up in the coming weeks.”
The Plateau State Government has disclosed that there are two suspected cases of anthrax disease in two communities in the state. “It is instructive to note that the risk of contracting human cases of anthrax increases with exposure to infected animals, their meat, or hides. It further advised residents of the state to call the attention of the authorities when there is suspicion of a sick animal or person. “The said story is far from the truth, as it does not reflect the reality of happenings in the communities mentioned conspicuously in the story. For the avoidance of doubt, there is no such incident in any part of the Mangu Local Government Area, and the government has not received information about the mass death of animals from any of the communities mentioned in the reports.
Pharmacists and patients have lamented the increase in prices of drugs, saying the increase was up to 100 per cent. The pharmacists said the increase was a result of inflation, erratic foreign exchange rate and the increase in the prices of petrol. The Founder and Chief Executive Officer, HubPharm Africa, Sesan Kareem, said, “The purchasing power of people has drifted because of so many factors and unfortunately, the cost of drugs has increased significantly. The National Chairman, ACPN, Adewale Oladigbolu, said the hike might affect the delivery of quality health care in the country. Meanwhile, a diabetic patient, Mrs Nkechi Innocent, said a certain drug she used to buy for N3,500 had increased to N4,500.
As of June 30, 2023, there have been 798 confirmed diphtheria cases from 33 local councils in eight states, including the FCT. The report highlighted that 71.7% of the confirmed cases occurred among children aged two to 14 years. So far, there have been 80 deaths among all confirmed cases, resulting in a case fatality rate of 10.0%. Surprisingly, despite the availability of a safe and cost-effective vaccine, 82% of the confirmed diphtheria cases in the ongoing outbreak were unvaccinated. Key Takeaway– Diphtheria outbreak has been reported in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, and multiple states in Nigeria.
Former Nigerian President Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has charged global leaders to seek to enthrone peace in the world through the practice of true democracy and people-oriented leadership in their respective countries. The former President stated this on Saturday in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, at the International Leadership Conference, jointly organised by the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) and the Asian Vision Institute (AVI). “However, the COVID-19 experience has made it very clear that the whole world must work together for the peace and security of humanity. Of course up to this time, many nations are still struggling to recover from the harmful effect and deadly impact of the pandemic. “The experience has indeed demonstrated the need for inter-dependence, mutual prosperity and shared values as enunciated by the Universal Peace Federation (UPF).”Also Read:
However, with barely six days to the stipulated date, only seven states have sworn in their commissioners since the governors’ 2023 inauguration. The 21 states yet to swear in their commissioners are: Benue, Kwara, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau, Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, and Yobe states. Responding to issues bordering on the ministerial list, Senator Victor Umeh, (Labour Party, Anambra Central) said he was not aware of the stage of the ministerial list. He also debunked stories claiming that the Senate, during an executive session, discussed the ministerial list. “The Senate’s closed-door meeting has nothing to do with the ministerial list as reported; rather it was due to other issues.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has warned that the FCT and other nearby states are expected to experience heavy to moderate rainfalls and flash floods on Saturday (today) and Sunday, July 23, 2023. This was contained in a statement signed by FEMA’s Head of Public Affairs, Nkechi Isa, in Abuja, on Friday. “The Federal Capital Territory and states contiguous with it are expected to experience heavy to moderate rainfall tomorrow. A statement by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency also anticipates moderate to heavy rains in parts of Katsina, Kano, Bauchi, Plateau and Taraba states,” the statement read in part. He emphasised the need for residents to always dial the 112 emergency toll-free number of the agency in the event of an emergency.
Chess enthusiasts have advised parents on the need to encourage their kids to learn and be involved in the sport. This was the message at a chess tournament organised by Rupetta Academy to celebrate World Chess Day in Abuja on Thursday with kids as participants. According to Senlong, the game needs to be introduced into the curriculum of schools and parents should be encouraged to enroll their kids into chess clubs in order to teach them unique and transferable skills of chess. “We are here to celebrate International World Chess Day. We are here today not just to celebrate the International World Chess Day but also to encourage youths to embrace this noble game.
The highly anticipated live-action film Barbie has earned the biggest preview for the summer box office, with $22.3 million. Barbie’s overwhelming response provides a much-needed boost for Warner Bros., whose last major box office hit was The Batman, garnering a whopping $1.3 billion worldwide. Barbie’s outstanding performance at the box office is not only a victory for Warner Bros., but it also signals a demand for more female-led films. The film’s positive portrayal of Barbie and its diverse cast is seen as a significant step forward for inclusion and representation in Hollywood. , Barbie’s live-action adaptation has made a groundbreaking entrance into the summer box office, surpassing expectations and setting new records.
Ibori reacts to London judge’s $130m confiscation orderBritain will seek to confiscate 101.5 million pounds ($130 million) from James Ibori, a former Delta State governor who was convicted for abusing his office to get rich and laundered millions in Britain and elsewhere, under a court order issued in London on Friday. Ibori, who is in Nigeria, said he would appeal against the confiscation order, one of the largest imposed on an individual in recent British legal history. Ibori was governor of oil-producing Delta State from 1999 to 2007 and was extradited from Dubai to Britain in 2011. Judge David Tomlinson, delivering the confiscation order at Southwark Crown Court, said Ibori should pay the sum immediately or face an eight-year jail sentence. Share your thoughts on the story Ibori reacts to London judge’s $130m confiscation order with NigerianSketch in the comments section below.
The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has placed its emergency response team on high alert over an anticipated heavy to moderate rainfall on Sunday. Idriss said that a weather forecast by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMET), had indicated that FCT and its neighbouring states would experience heavy to moderate rainfall on Sunday. He added that the forecast also predicted moderate to heavy rains in parts of Katsina, Kano, Bauchi, Plateau and Taraba. To ensure a quick and effective emergency response, Idriss said that the agency had placed its search and rescue team on high alert. He appealed to residents to heed to the early warning and avoid driving or wading into a pool of water during the rains.
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Four students of the Regent Secondary School, Abuja, Nigeria emerged as top awardees of the Cambridge Learners Awards, The PUNCH reports. A statement by the school on Thursday noted that the four students emerged as top students in different categories. “Mfonmma-Abasi Okon Bassey received the Top In Nigeria award in the IGCSE category for Art & Design, while Daniel Chiemelie Anohu was awarded Top In Nigeria in the Environmental Management IGCSE category. “Khalidah Fatume Amal Doyinsola Usman received the Top In Nigeria award in the History IGCSE category, and Ain Sufiya Binti Mohd Iqbal received the High Achievement award in the Cambridge International AS Level category. “The Regent Secondary School congratulates these outstanding students on their incredible achievements,” the statement read.
There are many reasons why women decide to be a second wife. I cannot be a second wife. Victoria IheanyiI cannot be a second wife to any man, even if I am in love with him. Tosin AwoniyiI cannot be a second wife. Also, I would not feel the ‘ideal’ relationship I picture with my husband if I become a second wife.
