Day: December 28, 2023

Two Brothers Drowned In Lagos Beach On Christmas Day – Police

Ganiyu Amodu

Two brothers reportedly drowned on Christmas Day, in the Ibeshe beach at Satellite town, in Amuwo Odofin LGA, Lagos. Benjamin Hundeyin, Lagos police spokesperson, told NAN on Thursday that the brothers drowned while swimming with friends. The incident occurred around 6 pm on December 25. The Lagos police spokesperson said the brothers, who are aged 26 and 23, reside with their family members in Festac town. Hundeyin said efforts by friends and local divers to rescue the brothers proved abortive. READ ALSO Repairs: Nigerian Government To Shut Section Of Third…

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Repairs: Nigerian Government To Shut Section Of Third Mainland Bridge

Ganiyu Amodu

The Federal Government has announced a planned closure of the Iyana Oworonshoki-Adeniji Adele section of the Third Mainland Bridge from 11.00 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos State, Olukorede Kesha, made the announcement on Thursday in a statement. Kesha said the closure would be done on the Lagos Island-bound carriageway of the bridge. She appealed to motorists to obey traffic rules and use alternative routes to prevent hardship as comprehensive repairs continue on the highway. “The Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Works…

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Akeredolu’s Aides Resign, Hail ex-Governor’s Leadership Skills

Ganiyu Amodu

Richard Olatunde, the Chief Press Secretary to the former Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has resigned . Also, the Special Adviser on Union Matters and Special Duties, Dare Aragbaye, tendered his resignation letter on Wednesday. In their letters of resignation addressed to the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, the two aides cited Akeredolu’s death as the reason for their actions. Olatunde in his letter, titled: “Resignation Letter,” said: “My decision to resign from office is hinged on the unfortunate and untimely death of our leader, principal,…

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Rest In Peace: Akeredolu, Ajimobi Laugh Heartily In Iconic Photo

ADEOLA YUSUF

A photograph that has been described as iconic of Rotimi Akeredolu and Abiola Ajimobi has emerged. The photograph emerged on Wednesday as the news of the death of Governor Akeredolu of Ondo State became public. READ ALSO Plateau Attacks: 19 Family Members Killed As Death Toll Hits 195 We Lost Nine Members In Plateau Attacks, Baptist Church Mourns FOR THE RECORD; Four Nigerian Governors Who Died In Office Ajimobi was a former two-term Governor of Oyo State. The two of them were elected on the platform of the All Progressives…

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Plateau Attacks: 19 Family Members Killed As Death Toll Hits 195

Ganiyu Amodu

Details have emerged of the latest death toll in the attacks on Plateau State communities across three local government areas on December 24 and 25, 2023. The details were released by the leadership of the affected three local government areas: Bokkos, Mango and Barkin Lady. The death toll was put at 195 as of Wednesday when the figures were released. Out of the number, 148 were killed in Bokkos Local Government Area, 19 in Mangu Local Government Area and 27 in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. The Chairman of the…

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We Lost Nine Members In Plateau Attacks, Baptist Church Mourns

Ganiyu Amodu

Rev. Keoleh Saleh, the President, Baptist Conference in Plateau State, says the church lost nine of its members in the Christmas eve attacks in some communities of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. The president disclosed this when he visited Dares community to witness the mass burial of the victims on Wednesday. According to him, the deceased were members of the Nasara Baptist Church, Dares in Tanti Baba area of Bokkos. Saleh, who described the incident as unfortunate, said the rescue operation was still ongoing as more members of…

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FOR THE RECORD; Four Nigerian Governors Who Died In Office

Abibat Babalola

The recent demise of Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has brought to mind the governors who died while in office in Nigeria. Rotimi Akeredolu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and ex-Attorney General of Ondo State, was serving his second term as governor before his untimely death.     Known as “Aketi” to his friends and admirers, he was recognized for his strong leadership and unwavering personal convictions. READ ALSO: Actress Ireti Doyle Gives Condition For Going Nude In A Movie Nothingness Of…

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Actress Ireti Doyle Gives Condition For Going Nude In A Movie

Ganiyu Amodu

Nigerian actress, Ireti Doyle, has disclosed the only condition she would accept to go nude in a movie. The Nollywood actress gave the condition when she spoke on the latest episode of Pulse’s podcast: “Terms and Condition.” The 56-year-old actress said that unlike others, she cannot accept a nude role for commercial and publicity purposes. Doyle said: “There are characters that I wouldn’t play. “And it has nothing to do with love scenes or nudity. “For instance, if you expect me to go nude in a film, the script would…

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Nothingness Of Life’ – Peter Obi Mourns Na’Abba, Akeredolu

Abibat Babalola

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, during the last general elections, Peter Obi, on Wednesday expressed sadness at the deaths of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu and the Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ghali Umar Na’Abba. Obi said their deaths have shown the nothingness of life, calling on individuals serving in various capacities to remain firm in good works. In a post on his X handle, the former Anambra State governor prayed God to forgive their sins and grant them eternal rest. READ ALSO: Akeredolu Died Of protracted…

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Akeredolu Died Of protracted Prostate Cancer In Germany – Ondo Govt

Abibat Babalola

The Ondo State Government has revealed the cause of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu’s death.   The state government also announced that the governor died in Germany. FTN reports that Akeredolu died on Wednesday, 27 December, 2023, at 67. It was widely reported that the governor died after a long battle with cancer of the blood, leukemia. READ ALSO: Mr. Lucky: 10 Things To Know About Aiyedatiwa Niger Gov Reverses Ban On Alcohol Sales, Disowns Aide Fire Guts Nollywood Actress Bidemi Kosoko’s House However, Ondo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Bamidele…

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