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6 Dec
A prominent Islamic scholar, Alhaji Muyideen Bello, has passed away at the age of 84. Born in Ibadan, Alhaji Bello was widely respected for his wisdom and his lifelong dedication to educating others about the faith. His death at 84 was announced on Friday morning by Alfa Aribidesi of At-Tawdeeh Islamic Da’awah, another influential figure…
11 Nov
Students of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), on Monday, paralyzed activities at the office of the Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA), while protesting the deplorable Oye –Ikole Federal road which they alleged led to the death of a final year student of the institution last week. Recall that the Oye-Ekiti-Ikole Federal Road is a link…
7 Nov
The Nigerian Armed Forces have been thrown into mourning following the passing of Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff (CoAS), who died on Tuesday after a brief illness. The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, extending condolences to President Bola Tinubu, Lagbaja’s family, and all Nigerians.…
7 Nov
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has expressed his condolences over the death of Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Let.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja to President Bola Tinubu, the Armed Forces and the deceased family. The governor’s Special Adviser, Media, Dauda IIiya, in a statement on Wednesday in Maiduguri, quoted Zulum as describing the death of Lagbaja…
6 Nov
The Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has expressed shock over the death of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, calling his demise as a huge loss to the country. This was contained in a statement by Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications. Ododo said the…
6 Nov
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has described as a sad loss the untimely exit of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoheed Lagbaja, calling his transition a huge misfortune to the Osun people. In a conference message the governor personally signed and made available on Wednesday, Adeleke said Lagbaja had a big vision to…
6 Nov
Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has joined Nigerians in mourning over the untimely passing of Nigeria's Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja. In a heartfelt tribute on his X, Atiku conveyed his condolences to the grieving family of Lt. Gen. Lagbaja and the Nigerian Army, which he commended for their steadfast commitment to…
6 Nov
Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, described the death of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, as a sad loss to the country. Makinde described Lagbaja as a patriot and one of the finest military officers produced by the country. He expressed condolences to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the…
26 Oct
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have confirmed the death of two persons in an auto-crash on Saturday along the Lagos Badagry Expressway. Mr Williams Manga, Unit Commander, FRSC, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the accident occurred at 7.10.a.m. opposite the Mammy Market Barracks axis of the expressway. One other person sustained…
25 Oct
Adedoyin Odunuga, the wife of gospel singer Damilare ‘Dare Melody’ Odunuga, is dead. News of her passing surfaced on Thursday, sending shockwaves through the gospel music community and among his fans. Sharing his sorrow on Instagram, Dare Melody wrote, “It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the transition to…
24 Oct
The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has confirmed the death of three persons in a tragic helicopter crash on Thursday, 24th October 2024. The Sikorsky SK76 helicopter, with registration number 5NBQG, operated by East Wind Aviation, crashed into the waters near Bonny Finima in the Atlantic Ocean at around 11:22 am. In a…
23 Oct
The Enugu State Police Command has announced the death of a 26-year-old man identified as Chikwado Eze, who was bound to travel abroad only to die during a ritual for 'success'. The spokesman of the Enugu State Police, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, announced Eze's death in a statement on Tuesday night, adding that officers have arrested…
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The Nasarawa State Government on Sunday arrested the manager of a lithium mining company for operating illegally in Kokona Local Government Area of the state. Mr Yakubu Kwanta, Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, led a joint team of security agencies comprised of the Police, Department of Security Services (DSS), and Nigeria Security and Civil…
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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has solicited the support of Traditional institutions in the campaign on safer roads and good driving culture among the motoring public. FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed made the call when he paid a courtesy visit to the Olowo of Owo land in Ondo on Sunday in Owo. The…
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Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) to enhance nocturnal traffic monitoring and oversight in strategic areas. Consequently, LASTMA has mobilised more than 2,500 officers for the task. This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Taofiq Adebayo, Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, LASTMA, on Sunday in…