The hallowed palace grounds of Warri echoed with the cheers of a bygone era yesterday as legends of Nigeria’s iconic Atlanta ‘96 Olympic gold medal-winning football team laced up their boots for a thrilling novelty match, headlining the second day of celebrations for Ogiame Atuwatse III’s fourth coronation anniversary. In a spectacular display that bridged generations, the Super Eagles veterans shared the pitch with the kingdom’s own highly esteemed and youthful chiefs, alongside other vibrant sons of Warri. The electric atmosphere crackled with every dribble, pass, and goal, as thousands of dignitaries, traditional leaders, and ecstatic supporters united in a…
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The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has officially commissioned the Renewed Hope Mother and Childcare Hospital at Ugbuwangwe, a landmark initiative that not only strengthens healthcare in the kingdom but also marked the high point of his fourth coronation anniversary celebrations. The 80-bed, state-of-the-art hospital facility was built by the Presidency through the Office of the Senior Special Assistant on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, with the strong support of the Warri monarch. Designed to deliver quality and specialized medical services for mothers and children, the hospital is being hailed as a timely intervention and a life-changing…
The National Defence College Officers Wives Association (NDCOWA) organized a meeting to help families support each other and stay strong while dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) linked to counter-terrorism work. Mrs. Isabella Okosun, who leads NDCOWA and is the wife of the Commandant of the National Defence College, shared this during the event titled “The Military Family and Mental Health” held in Abuja. She said the event was one of several activities planned for the graduation of Course 33 at the National Defence College, which will take place on Friday. The event brought together the wives of officers who…
The Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN) has given free cataract surgeries to at least 50 people in Zaria, Kaduna State. This medical outreach also included various health checkups and treatments. It was part of the activities for the association’s 24th Biennial Conference and Scientific Meeting held in Zaria. According to MWAN President, Dr. Aisha Mustapha, the outreach was organized to improve people’s health, especially with the growing number of cataract cases in Nigeria. The free medical and surgery program will run from August 19 to August 31, 2025. It will also offer cervical cancer prevention services to 150 women,…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained two top officials of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) over alleged financial mismanagement linked to the 2025 Hajj operations. Those arrested are Aliu Abdulrazak, Commissioner of Policy, Personnel, and Finance (PPMF), and Aminu Y. Muhammed, Director of Finance and Accounts (DFA). The duo reportedly honored an EFCC invitation to the commission’s headquarters in Abuja on Monday morning but were still being held as of late evening. Background of the investigation The arrests come amid mounting criticisms of NAHCON’s handling of this year’s Hajj. The Forum of Chief Executives of…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) now says all mobile phones must be completely turned off during take-off and landing on flights in Nigeria. This new rule was announced on Tuesday by the Director General of the NCAA, Captain Chris Najomo, during a meeting in Abuja. The meeting was called the “National Civil Aviation Security Committee Meeting.” Najomo explained that passengers can no longer use “flight mode” during flights. Instead, they must fully switch off all electronic devices when flying. He said the rules about phones and other devices are now the same for all airlines in Nigeria. The option…
The governor of Cross River State, Bassey Otu, told photographers in the state to start using artificial intelligence (AI) and technology. He said this so they would not fall behind others. Governor Otu said this while starting a road walk event. The event was organized by the Cross River branch of the Professional Media Content Producers Association of Nigeria. The road walk was part of the celebrations for World Photography Day this year. The theme of the day was “My favourite picture.”The governor was represented by Francis Ekpo, the head of the State Electrification Agency. He said, “I congratulate you…
Over 1,000 young people, including those with physical disabilities, took part in the Enugu Career Fair. The event was organized by Jobberman Nigeria with support from the Mastercard Foundation. The fair took place in Enugu and aimed to help job seekers meet employers. It also gave them useful skills to succeed in today’s job market. Innih Ikhide, Head of Youth Engagement at Jobberman Nigeria, said the event focused on the large youth population in the state. “At Jobberman, we believe talent exists everywhere,” Ikhide said. “This fair helps young people, including those with disabilities, meet employers and find good jobs.”…
The Yankari Game Reserve, one of Nigeria’s premier national parks, has been engrossed in numerous challenges threatening its survival. These challenges range from poaching, insecurity, climate change, lack of investments, and weak political commitment. Located in the southern part of Bauchi State, the myriad of challenges bedeviling the park is gradually pushing it to a state of total decline and extinction of its wildlife population. Sprawling across more than 2,200 square kilometers of pristine savannah, Yankari is a magnet for local and international visitors; its rare wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and iconic Wikki Warm Springs made it a household name. In…
The Sokoto State Government has distributed 20 outboard engines to riverine communities as part of measures to improve waterway safety and prevent future boat mishaps. Deputy Governor Idris Mohammed Gobir announced the intervention during a condolence visit to the families of victims of the recent boat accident at Kojiyo River in Goronyo Local Government Area. Gobir, who represented Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, said the engines would be allocated to six riverine communities—Goronyo, Isa, Sabon Birni, Wamakko, Shagari, and Kware—to strengthen water transportation and reduce risks faced by commuters. According to him, the state government is deeply saddened by the tragedy…