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Month: April 2024

How to do CPR in an emergency

Performing CPR is an emergency first aid skill everyone should know. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a procedure that can save one’s life. It helps to ensure that blood and oxygen flow through a person whose heart and breathing have stopped. Knowing how to perform CPR is important because you might not know the situations when…

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David Ombugadu emerges as preferred choice for PDP chairmanship

David Ombugadu ran as the PDP’s candidate for governorship in the 2023 Nasarawa State elections. In the build-up to the upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) scheduled for April 18, representatives from Nasarawa State have insisted that the party selects its National Chairman from their region. A faction within…

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Segun Sowunmi talks becoming PDP’s next national chairman

The PDP chairmanship aspirant also discussed his relationship with some APC stalwarts and how he plans to win northern support. The acrimony within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the build-up to and aftermath of the 2023 presidential polls has sparked conversation about its urgent need for reform. Segun Sowunmi, a former Ogun State governorship…

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Lagos-Calabar coastal road project to cost ₦4bn per kilometre

Umahi says the current design of the road under construction is different from its original design which was eight lanes without train tracks. David Umahi, the Minister of Works has disclosed that the construction of the Lagos-Calabar highway would cost ₦4bn per km. Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, had earlier criticised the project, alleging that…

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Lagos Chiefs mourns king who died after observing eid prayers

NAN reports that Oba Agbabiaka reportedly died shortly after observing the Eid prayers earlier on Wednesday at the age of 64. The Traditional White Cap Chiefs of Lagos State have described the death of Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, Adeola Olushi III, the Osolo of Isolo Kingdom as a rude shock and a big loss. Chief Abdul-Lateef…

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Tinubu congratulates Dangote on birthday

The Presidential spokesman said at Dangote’s birthday, Tinubu wished him many more prosperous years in his endeavours in Nigeria, Africa and the world. President Bola Tinubu congratulated Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the Chairman of the Dangote Group, on the occasion of his birthday on Wednesday. Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and…

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Anambra task force recovers 9 home-made bombs, 4 walkie talkies from gunmen

He also warned cultists running amok in the state capital to be aware that their days are numbered. The Anambra State Joint Security Force, has extended its manhunt for criminals attacking security formations in the state to Ogbaru forest. SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Police Public Relations Officer in Anambra, made the disclosure in a statement…

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Rainstorm wreaks havoc in Kogi, forcing residents to miss Eid-el-Fitr

Some of the victims who spoke to NAN called for an urgent assessment of the level of destruction done to their property for assistance. Scores of Iyara people, who were hit by a rainstorm in the Iyara community, headquarters of Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi, on Wednesday failed to celebrate the Eid-el-Fitr events as…

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Shallipopi announces the date for his sophomore album

Street hop star Shallipopi has announced the date for his sophomore album. Shallipopi rose to mainstream success in 2022 after he released a series of hit single that showcased his catchy rap style infused with his Benin heritage. The hitmaker has shocked fans with the announcement of a new single which will come with his…

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We expected this earlier- Keyamo says as Gatwick Airport welcomes Air Peace

Gatwick Airport’s congratulatory message comes nearly two weeks after Air Peace commenced operations on the Lagos-London route. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has grudgingly acknowledged the congratulatory message issued by Gatwick Airport to welcome Nigerian carrier Air Peace to its fold. Gatwick Airport, in a post on its X account on…

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