A 20-year-old woman from Tainan recently had surgery to remove over 300 kidney stones from her body. Her name is Xiao Yu, and she was taken to Chi Mei Hospital in Tainan last week because she had a fever and severe pain in her lower back, as reported by ET Today. Doctors discovered through an X-ray that her kidney was full of hundreds of tiny kidney stones. Reportedly, Xiao Yu didn’t like drinking water and often chose sugary teas and juices from tea stands for hydration. This led to chronic dehydration and the accumulation of minerals in her kidneys. Doctors…
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The Federal Ministry of Education has expressed its intention to enroll three million out-of-school children in schools by the year 2024. The ministry is seeking collaboration with various stakeholders to achieve this ambitious goal. Dr. Claris Ojham, the Special Adviser to the Minister of State for Education, shared this information during the third edition of the “Walk for Education 3.0” event organized by the FlexiSAF Foundation in Abuja. Dr. Ojham highlighted the partnership with Flexixer to bring back all out-of-school children to classrooms, especially focusing on providing educational opportunities for the less privileged. She emphasized the importance of the “Walk…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) achieved a significant victory against Boko Haram in Borno State. On December 9, the Air Task Force (ATF) of Operation Hadin Kai targeted and successfully destroyed a crucial Boko Haram terrorist armory located in Amchile within the Gezuwa area near BAMA Local Government Area. Zagazola Makama, a publication specializing in counter-insurgency in the Lake Chad region, reported that the operation took place around 1900 hours. The decision to strike was based on Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions that revealed a substantial presence of Boko Haram fighters in the specified location. The ISR platform executed…
In a recent legal development, a 23-year-old man from Zimbabwe named Mbekezeli Nxumalo has found himself facing a five-year prison sentence. The reason behind this penalty? Well, it turns out Nxumalo decided to steal a car, all in an attempt to impress his girlfriend. The whole incident unfolded when Nxumalo, eager to visit his girlfriend in Lupane, made a rather questionable choice. He took a car that belonged to his drinking companion, Heymen Khuphe. During the trial, Nxumalo openly admitted to the theft, explaining that the stolen car encountered mechanical issues before reaching its intended destination. Faced with this unexpected…
The Air Component of Operation Whirl Punch successfully took down a notorious terrorist and kidnapper, Yellow Jambros, along with numerous other terrorists in airstrikes carried out in the Shiroro Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger. According to a statement by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, on a Sunday in Abuja, the terrorists met their fate while attempting to cross the Jikudna River in the Galadima Kogo District, heading towards the Wurukuvhi axis of Chikun LGA. Gabkwet explained that Yellow Jambros and his accomplices were tracked from Zamfara into Niger, traveling…
The Kaduna Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) reported a tragic incident on the Kaduna-Abuja expressway on Sunday. According to Mr. Kabir Nadabo, the Sector Commander, 16 people lost their lives, and 27 others sustained injuries in a road crash at Audu Jhangon village along the expressway. The unfortunate event took place at 05:20hrs when a DAF TRAILER, bearing registration number KUJ 430XC and loaded with excess goods, lost control and plunged into a ditch. Preliminary findings suggest that the vehicle was speeding at the time of the accident. The combined efforts of rescue teams from RS1.114…
The 109 senators of the Federal Republic of Nigeria have demonstrated solidarity and empathy by collectively contributing their December salaries, totaling N109 million, to support the victims affected by the unfortunate ‘accidental’ bombing incident in Tudun Biri, located in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, took the opportunity to share this benevolent gesture during a visit to the Kaduna Government House. Leading a distinguished delegation of Senate members to the state, Senator Jibrin conveyed the collective decision to donate their salaries as a meaningful expression of support for…
The leader of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, has escalated his verbal attacks on the Rwandan president by comparing him to Adolf Hitler. Tshisekedi, who is seeking re-election, made these remarks at a rally near the Rwandan border, accusing Paul Kagame of behaving like Hitler and ominously stating, “I promise he will end up like Hitler.” Tshisekedi has consistently accused Rwanda of supporting rebels in the eastern part of Congo, a claim Rwanda vehemently denies. With the election approaching, Tshisekedi aims to secure support for a second term. Despite efforts to quell violence, including ceasefire agreements and the…
A senior official from the United Nations has issued a warning, stating that half of the population in Gaza is facing starvation amid ongoing conflicts. Carl Skau, the deputy director of the UN World Food Programme, revealed that only a fraction of the necessary supplies has been able to reach Gaza, leaving nine out of 10 people unable to eat every day. Difficult conditions in Gaza have made the delivery of aid “almost impossible,” according to Mr. Skau. The situation escalated when Hamas fighters breached Israel’s heavily guarded perimeter fence on October 7, resulting in Israel imposing heavy restrictions on…
Security authorities have apprehended an individual suspected to be associated with the Boko Haram group in the vicinity of Kuchibuyi, located in the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. According to a reliable security source, the detainee, who reportedly confessed to fleeing from the Sambisa Forest, was discovered in the Kuchibuyi estate. The individual had been wandering in the area, and local vigilantes detained him by chaining his hands and legs before delivering him to the Department of State Services (DSS) in Abuja. There are suspicions of collaboration with security personnel, as earlier incidents involved the disappearance…
Republican Senator Rick Scott has asked the government to check how garlic imports from China affect national security. He wrote to the commerce secretary, claiming Chinese garlic is not safe due to unsanitary production methods. China is the world’s biggest seller of fresh and chilled garlic, and the US buys a lot of it. The US has had issues with this trade for years, accusing China of selling garlic at prices below the production cost, a practice known as “dumping.” Since the mid-1990s, the US has put high tariffs or taxes on Chinese imports to protect its own producers. In…
Many Nigerians are struggling with poverty due to the cost of living rising significantly. Vice-President Kashim Shettima acknowledged this during the graduation ceremony of the Executive Intelligence Management Course 16 participants in Abuja. He expressed concern about the anger of the poor towards government officials and the elite. The economic challenges intensified after President Bola Tinubu took office, abolishing petrol subsidies, leading to a sharp increase in fuel prices. The decision to allow the naira’s exchange rate to fluctuate against major currencies further contributed to economic difficulties, resulting in a significant depreciation of the local currency. The naira hit an…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially declared his candidacy for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. This announcement, made on Friday, is widely anticipated to result in his securing a fifth term as president, further extending his 24-year leadership of Russia, with a brief interlude as prime minister. At 71 years old, Putin’s potential reelection would mark the longest leadership tenure in Russia since Josef Stalin. The decision to run again was made public during an awards ceremony, where Putin presented veterans of the war with Russia’s highest military honor. During the event, a lieutenant colonel named Artyom Zhoga, a recipient…
The Nigerian Army has announced its plan to organize the COAS Annual Conference 2023, set to span seven days in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State. The official statement, signed by Army spokesperson Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, revealed that the conference, themed “Personnel Motivation for Effective Operational Performance in a Joint Environment,” will kick off on December 10 and conclude on December 16, 2023, at the Major General MSA Aliyu Hall, Command Guest House, Maiduguri. Emphasizing the significance of the week-long event in the Nigerian Army’s annual calendar, Nwachukwu highlighted its critical role in national security, peace, and stability. The…
A shocking incident unfolded during a football match in the town of Scholler, near Eldorado, Argentina. A video captured the disturbing moment when a 62-year-old referee named Remigio Armoa allegedly pulled out a knife and stabbed a 21-year-old player, identified as “Kevin A,” who had reportedly shoved him during the game. In the mobile phone footage recorded by a stunned fan, players from opposing teams surrounded the referee as tensions escalated. When one player began pushing the official, Armoa is accused of responding with violence, allegedly stabbing the footballer in the chest. The video shows the injured player staggering before…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) recently provided assistance to those affected by the Tudun Biri bombings in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The purpose of this aid, as stated by the agency, is not to compensate for the loss of lives but to offer some relief to the victims. Expressing condolences to the Kaduna State Government for the lives lost in the incident, the agency disclosed a comprehensive list of items included in the donation. These items encompass both medical supplies and daily necessities. Among the medical supplies donated were surgical and disposable gloves, drip sets,…
Ethiopian security forces have taken into custody numerous People in anticipation of an anti-war gathering arranged by activists and opposition factions in the capital, Addis Ababa. A combined security and intelligence task force, in a released statement, disclosed the apprehension of 97 individuals, asserting that the organizers were scheming to “instigate chaos” in the capital. Authorities have additionally accused those detained of orchestrating “terror attacks” masked as peaceful demonstrations. The BBC has independently verified that, among those apprehended, at least four are organizers of the planned rally. The gathering, slated for Sunday, is intended to take place in Addis Ababa’s…
The Sultan of Sokoto, Dr. Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has strongly called for justice for the victims of military airstrikes that claimed the lives of over 100 people in Tudun Biri village, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Expressing his concern at the Silver Anniversary celebration of the 11th Emir of Jama’a, Alhaji (Dr) Muhammad Isa Muhammad (CON), held at the Emir’s Palace in Kafanchan, Kaduna, on Friday, the Sultan emphasized their commitment to pushing for justice until it is achieved. During the event, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, expressed deep regret over the unfortunate incident in…
Former labor leader, Adams Oshiomhole has expressed concern about the high unemployment rate in Nigeria. He attributed this issue to foreign individuals, falsely posing as tourists, who take jobs that should be available to Nigerians. Oshiomhole made these remarks during a 2024 budget hearing with the Joint Committee on Interior on December 6, 2023. He highlighted the presence of people engaging in informal businesses, such as selling local furniture and electronics in Abuja, some of whom live in containers. Oshiomhole boldly stated that there are foreign prisoners working in Nigeria, serving their sentences and earning minimal wages, particularly in construction…
The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, earlier expressed concerns about the proposed 2024 budget. He specifically raised issues with the large sums allocated for the renovation of Vice President Kashim Shettima’s official residences, emphasizing that the allocated N15 billion could be better utilized. According to Obi, redirecting these funds towards tripling the fuel allowances of police operational cars could address critical needs. He pointed out that increasing the daily allowance from N5000 to N15,000 would amount to N13.687 billion, significantly impacting police operations nationwide. Furthermore, Obi questioned the allocation of over N65 billion for presidential trips and office…
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno recently distributed 5,000 livestock to 2,500 displaced persons in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area. The governor, represented by Deputy Governor Usman Kadafur, emphasized that this initiative aimed to help farmers, previously displaced by the Boko Haram insurgency, rebuild their animal resources and improve their lives. The distribution event, held in Pulka, is part of the government’s broader efforts to restore the livelihoods of those affected by the insurgency. Governor Zulum highlighted the collaborative efforts between the state government and development partners to implement programs aligning with the Development Plan and 10-Year Transformation Agenda. Commending the…
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking In Persons (NAPTIP) has revealed that they arrested a woman accused of selling over 120 children, and she is currently facing prosecution. This disclosure was made during the appearance of Prof Fatima Waziri-Azi, the director-general of NAPTIP, before the Senate Committee on Special Duties. Prof Fatima shared that the agency, in its two-decade existence, lacks a tracking machine. She mentioned ongoing investigations into fake orphanages and individuals using forged documents to operate organizations involved in child trafficking. According to her, young girls are often lured into situations resembling “baby-making machines,” where they…
Chedi Wada, the Comptroller of the Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit Zone “B” in Kaduna, expressed concern over smugglers resorting to using fake presidential number plates for transporting vehicles across the country. He revealed that these criminals are also employing counterfeit plates from various state and local governments, MDAs, Emirate Councils, and other government institutions. Wada shared this information during a courtesy call with Bashir Rabe-Mani, the Zonal Manager of the News Agency of Nigeria, Kaduna Zonal Office. He emphasized Customs’ commitment to thwarting smugglers’ attempts to deceive authorities using such tactics, stating that well-trained personnel can easily identify…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Abbas Tajudeen says the House’s commitment to removing tertiary institutions from the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS). This move aims to improve the well-being of lecturers and curb the brain drain phenomenon. Dr. Tajudeen, speaking at the 3rd International conference of the Gender Policy Unit at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, emphasized the House’s dedication to addressing academic concerns, particularly the contentious issue of IPPIS. He criticized IPPIS as a narrow computer program that lacks understanding of educational complexities, deeming it detrimental to intellectual pursuits. “We are determined to ensure…
The Borno state government recently signed a substantial contract exceeding N10.9 billion with Dan Nene Construction Company. This agreement involves the construction of three significant roads within the state. The official contract signing event unfolded at the office of the Commissioner for Works and Housing, Musa Usman Secretariat, Maiduguri, on Thursday. Eng. Mustapha Gubio, the Commissioner for Works and Housing, represented the state government during the contract signing. He revealed that a 40 percent down payment of the contract sum had already been made to the contractor. Gubio emphasized that subsequent payments would be facilitated upon the presentation of valuations…
Nigeria is currently engaged in discussions with India’s Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd to potentially buy Tejas fighter jets, as reported by Bloomberg citing C. B. Ananthakrishnan, the chairman of Hindustan Aeronautics. The company is also in talks with Argentina, Egypt, and the Philippines for similar aircraft deals. Hindustan Aeronautics, in its latest annual report, revealed plans to expand internationally by establishing offices. It is actively collaborating with the Nigerian Army Aviation and Argentine Air Force, offering training to officers and supplying spare parts to boost exports. Despite a surge in orders from the Indian Defence Force, only 1% of the fighter…
Peru’s former President, Alberto Fujimori, has been released from Barbadillo prison in Lima after serving 16 years of a 25-year sentence for human rights abuses during his rule in the 1990s. The country’s highest court reinstated a controversial 2017 pardon, citing humanitarian grounds, despite criticism from the Inter-American Court of Human Rights and victims’ families. Fujimori, 85, emerged from prison on Wednesday, greeted by supporters as he reunited with his children, Keiko and Kenji, before departing in a grey truck. Supporters argue that Fujimori played a crucial role in combating the Shining Path armed group and averting economic collapse, while…
In a distressing incident at a secondary school in Bryansk, Russia, a 14-year-old girl fatally shot a fellow pupil and injured five others before taking her own life, as revealed by officials. On Thursday, investigators indicated that they are actively working to understand both the motive behind the shooting and how the student gained access to the pump-action shotgun used in the tragic event. According to preliminary investigation findings, the 14-year-old girl brought the firearm to Gymnasium Number Five, where she fired shots at her classmates, resulting in two fatalities, including the shooter, and five injured children who have been…
A U.S. Department of State official named Paul Dean stated that the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help global military forces minimize accidental bombings during operations. Mr. Dean, serving as the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability, emphasized during a recent roundtable with journalists in Abuja that AI has the potential to enhance military operations by ensuring adherence to international humanitarian law, improving efficiency, eliminating biases, and enhancing decision-making processes. He mentioned that his bureau, along with 47 other partners, has endorsed the ‘Political Declaration on the Responsible Use of AI and…
Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor Sanusi Lamido Sanusei disclosed that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) underwent a thorough audit, a move that ultimately led to his departure from the top bank. Sanusi made this revelation during his address at the Bank Directors Summit held at Transcorp Hilton’s Congress Hall in Abuja. Emphasizing the need for separation of roles, Sanusi asserted that the President should not simultaneously serve as the Minister of Petroleum during his tenure as CBN governor from June 2009 to February 2014. He highlighted the importance of maintaining the independence of the apex bank…
