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Sodiq Ojuroungbe In a swift response to the recent diphtheria outbreak at King’s College Annex, Victoria Island, the Lagos State Government has commenced the vaccination of students and staff of the college to curb the spread of the disease. PUNCH Healthwise reports that the state government in collaboration with the World Health Organisation, on Tuesday, stormed the school to embark on a vaccination exercise aimed at boosting the immune system of the students and staff of the school. Speaking with newsmen shortly after the commencement of the vaccination exercise, the state commissioner for health, Prof Akin Abayomi said the vaccine…

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, on Monday, unveiled his 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe set for later this month. The Franco-Malian tactician had initially named a 39-man provisional last week, but this list is the final cut for the players who are to report to camp next week. Coach Chelle ommitted some big names like Kelechi Iheanacho, Ahmed Musa, Cyriel dessers, and many others. Meanwhile, Kayode Bankole, Igoh Ogbu, Tolu Arokodare, and Papa Daniel Mustapha earned their maiden call-ups. Some of these names are surprise additions. And in this piece, Soccernet.ng spotlights…

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday emphasised on the critical need for adherence to the rule of law in Rivers State to ensure lasting peace and prosperity. Speaking during a meeting with representatives and leaders of the Niger Delta under the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Tinubu reiterated that respect for the judiciary is crucial in upholding democracy and fostering harmony. The President advised the leaders to be more broadminded, selfless and focused on the larger vision of salvaging the region, politically and economically, by insisting that the judiciary’s interpretations of the Constitution be respected. He said, “I am here by…

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has reiterated the Force’s ban on the public parade of suspects by the operatives of the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP says the ban aims to uphold fundamental human rights of every citizen and adhere to global best practices in policing prohibiting the public parade of criminal suspects before formal charges are filed in a court of law. He also called on the public and media to adhere to the directive noting that responsible reporting and adherence to ethical journalistic practices…

The Police Command in Rivers has arrested five suspected kidnappers following credible intelligence ON their operations and hideouts. SP. Grace Iringe-Koko, spokesperson for the command, disclosed this to journalists in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, stating that operatives also recovered a cache of arms and ammunitions from the suspects. She alleged that the suspects were responsible for multiple kidnappings in Rivers and the recent killing of the Chief Security Officer (CSO) of the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium. READ ALSO:NBA decries reckless shootings, extra-judicial killings by police in Niger The arrested suspects were identified as Bello Amadu, 35, Mohammadu Bello, 30, Adamu…

3 hours ago Plateau State House of Assembly member, Mr. Mark Sunday (APC/Jos North West), has called for the creation of more satellite and specialised markets to enable microeconomic activities to thrive. Sunday made the call in a notice of motion during the assembly plenary on Tuesday in Jos. The lawmaker told his colleagues that the provision of… 7 hours ago A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Mr. Edo Osahon, has alleged that plans by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state to use some traditional rulers in the South West to get…

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, has called for the establishment of a Nigerian Air Force base to complement the state’s security architecture. Abiodun also advocated for the establishment of a Nigerian Air Force school in the state to raise morally sound children for the nation. The governor made the demands at a meeting with a delegation from the Chief of Air Staff, led by Air Vice Marshal Enebong Effiom, in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, the state capital, on Tuesday. The visit is a follow-up to a meeting Abiodun had on Monday with the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal…

Genk forward Tolu Arokodare has expressed his delight after being included in Nigeria’s 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles are set to face Rwanda in Kigali on March 21 before hosting Zimbabwe in Uyo four days later. Head coach Eric Chelle, who took charge in January as the Super Eagles’ first non-Nigerian African coach, has selected a squad aimed at securing the team’s first win of the campaign. Nigeria have struggled in their qualification run so far, drawing three and losing one of their opening four fixtures.…

President Bola Tinubu is currently holding a closed-door meeting with leaders of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting, which began at 4:15 pm with the arrival of President Tinubu, is expected to discuss various issues said to be critical to the interests of the oil-rich Niger Delta region. Convened by the late elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, who passed away in February, PANDEF serves as the mouthpiece of the traditional rulers, leaders, and stakeholders of the coastal states of the Niger Delta. At the commencement of the meeting,…

Following a motion of urgent public importance, the House of Representatives has passed a resolution calling for the suspension of the increase in Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction charges and the stoppage of free ATM withdrawals for customers from other banks in Nigeria. The motion moved by a member, Marcus Onobun, drew the attention of the House to a circular by the Central Bank of Nigeria to that effect. Lawmakers were worried that this would impose additional financial burdens on Nigerians. The House asked the CBN to suspend the policy pending proper engagement with the relevant committees on banking, finance,…