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Photo: Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the Ebonyi State Police Command shot one person dead and injured three others in an alleged case of accidental discharge during a clash between policemen and a soldier. Ebonyi State Police Commissioner, Mrs Adaku Uche-Anya, while confirming the incident on Wednesday in Abakaliki, blamed it on accidental discharge. Uche-Anya said that the victim was shot dead when a bullet went off from an officer’s gun during a scuffle between the Police team and a motorcyclist who claimed to be a soldier. “In response to the rising incidents of…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has uncovered the presence of substandard and unregistered sugar products in Nigerian markets. According to a statement issued by Ondaje Ijagwu, Director of Corporate Affairs of the commission, these include smuggled brands from Brazil, such as Grupo Moreno, Terous, USI S. Joao, Alvean, and Arapora Bionergia. These products, which fail to meet mandatory Vitamin A fortification standards, pose significant health risks, destabilize the local sugar industry, and contribute to harmful price manipulation. Acting on credible intelligence, FCCPC operatives conducted investigations, particularly in the South-West and North-East regions, uncovering a…

By Deborah Nnamdi There is palpable tension in the Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State following an attack by unknown gunmen, which led to the death of several policemen, in the early hours of Wednesday. Eyewitnesses’ accounts indicated that the incident occurred around 7:30 am in the Ebem and Asaga areas, where several policemen were killed. Although details remain sketchy at the time of this report, eyewitnesses say the area has been deserted as residents fled in fear of reprisal attacks from security operatives and indiscriminate arrests by the police. This tragic event comes just two days after two…

How to Prepare for the UK Global Talent Visa in Digital Technology: A Comprehensive GuideThis guide outlines the steps required to apply for the UK Global Talent Visa in Digital Technology, answering key questions and providing practical advice that would lead to a successful application. Step 1: Understand the VisaThe UK Global Talent Visa for digital technology is designed for professionals who are: Step 2: Meet the Eligibility Criteria For Exceptional Talent (Leaders): Step 4: Prepare Your Supporting Documents Organizing strong evidence is critical. Here’s what you’ll need:Personal Statementa) A 1,000-word explanation of your reasons for choosing the UK, your…

Photo: A suspect recently arrested by NDLEA Operatives By Deborah Nnamdi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, says it has secured 9,034 convictions in the last three years. The Chief Executive Officer of the agency, Buba Marwa, disclosed this in Lagos on Tuesday during the Island Club Business luncheon. Marwa said that the agency also arrested 52,901 traffickers and 52 barons within the period under review, stressing that most of the culprits were high-profile personalities in the society. “That tells how deeply the rot had eaten into the fabric of our society. “Within the period, we have seized 8.6…

By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the Nigerian Police in Anambra have arrested one Nnamdi Nnebe, who allegedly attempted to stab his elder brother’s wife, Mrs Njideka Nnebe, to death in Awka. The victim told newsmen in her sickbed that trouble broke out between her and the suspected over a tricycle (keke), which the suspect said her children were playing around. A fight ensued when the suspect tried to attack the victim’s son. Nnebe said that she quickly moved with the help of her daughter to defend her son, prompting the suspect to run into the family house and appear with…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Defence Headquarters, DHQ, has confirmed an attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on troops deployed at a stabilization operation pro-force and defence site in Gubio LGA of Borno State. A statement by the Director of Defence, Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, said five soldiers were killed in the coordinated attack. “The coordinated attack saw five killed in action soldiers, 10 wounded, and four missing in action, while troops eliminated several terrorists, as well as recovered weapons,” he said. The statement further said that the enemy forces had burnt some equipment, including one gun truck, three TCVs,…

By Deborah Nnamdi The West African Examination Council, WAEC, has blacklisted thirteen schools, including 14 supervisors, have been blacklisted over alleged examination malpractices in Kogi State. The Commissioner for Education, Hon. Wemi Jones, disclosed this in a meeting in Lokoja with some principals and supervisors indicted by the West African Examination Council (WAEC) for alleged examination malpractices. According to the Commissioner, “Any principal, teacher, and supervisor who aid and abet examination malpractices will henceforth be prosecuted by Kogi State Education Law and Other Matters Connected Therewith, 2020”. Jones emphasized that examination malpractice is a criminal offense and will be treated…

Photo: Odo, Chairman, Igbo-Etiti LGA The Chairman of Igbo-Etiti local government area of Enugu State, Eric Odo is making waves by appointing two Special Assistants, SAs, on Garden Eggs, Yam and Pepper matters. In a letter obtained by Naija Daily News, Odo appointed one Ezeugwu Ogbonna as senior special assistant on agriculture (yam and pepper). The letter stated, “I am pleased to inform you that the executive chairman Igbo Etiti LGA has approved your appointment as senior special assistant to the local government chairman on agriculture (yam and pepper). “You should report to the executive Chairman Igbo Etiti LGA, Ogbede,…

By Deborah Nnamdi Four Nigerian students have been sentenced to various prison terms in the United Kingdom for their roles in a violent altercation that involved the use of knives and a baseball bat in Leicester. The incident, which took place on New Park Street in the early hours of November 4, 2021, left one victim with multiple stab wounds. Following a thorough investigation by the Leicester City Police, authorities identified the culprits through CCTV footage, phone tracking, and public assistance. The six-week trial concluded in October, and the sentences were delivered on November 14, a Federal report published on…