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UNILAG, Okebukola mourn Ibidapo-Obe

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) on Monday described the death of its former vice-chancellor, Prof. Oyewusi Ibidapo-Obe, as a rude shock and a huge loss to the academia. Prof. Oluwatoyin Ogundipe, the Vice-Chancellor of UNILAG, in a statement, said Ibidapo-Obe…

Truck driver kills man in Onitsha

A truck driver, allegedly driving against traffic on Sunday in Onitsha, has reportedly killed a man, who was said to be crossing the road at Mgbuka First Gate on Owerri Road. Mr Andrew Kumapayi, the State Commander of the Federal…

Foundation seeks to bridge class-gap in Nigeria

The Ebele and Anyi Chuks Foundation, a non-governmental organisation says it seeks to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor with its humanitarian activities. Dr Ifeanyichukwu Odii, founder of the foundation made the disclosure at Isu, his hometown…

AIB tasks staff on service delivery

The Accident Investigation Bureau Nigeria (AIB-N) has enjoined its members of staff to maintain excellent delivery while investigating air mishaps to ensure safety of air transportation. Mr Akin Olateru, AIB Commissioner, gave the charge in a statement by Mr Tunji…

Kaduna Imam, village chief murdered by gunmen

The Chief Imam of Kawaran Rafi village in Igabi LGA of Kaduna, Sheik Danleeman Isah has been killed by bandits. Also killed by gunmen was the Sarkin Yaki of Godogodo, Mr Yohanna Abu. Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and…

COVID-19: Ebonyi reopens schools Jan. 18

The Ebonyi Government has directed schools across the state to resume for the continuation of the first term of the  2020 /2021 academic session on Jan. 18. This is contained in a statement by the State Commissioner for Education, Dr…