Day: September 9, 2026

Senator Umeh Delivers New Urology Centre at UNIZIK Neni Campus

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Photo: Senator Victor Umeh By: Mandy Park The Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, Senator Victor Umeh, Ohamadike Ndigbo, has completed a new urology centre at the Neni campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, UNIZIK, in a move set to strengthen healthcare delivery within the institution and its host community, Neni, in Anaocha Local Government Area (LGA) of Anambra State. According to a statement by the Ohamadike Media Team, “The newly completed facility comprises eight rooms and six toilets, purpose-built to provide specialized urological consultation, diagnosis, training for students, and treatment…

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Obi: Police arrest 46 over blockage of movement in Benue

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By Ebere Nnadi  Benue State Police  said the Command has arrested 46 people in connection with the obstruction of the movement of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, during his visit to the state on Tuesday. The Commissioner of Police, Cletus Nwadiogbu, disclosed this on Wednesday at a press conference in Makurdi, explaining that the arrests followed intelligence-led operations launched shortly after the incident. Nwadiogbu said the command was notified of Obi’s visit at about 5:30pm on Monday, September 7, after which security personnel were…

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NDC, Obidients Chide Benue Govt Over ‘State-Sponsored’ Attack On Obi…Call For Probe

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Photo: Mr Peter Obi By Mandy Park The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and the Obidient Movement Wednesday reacted to the denial of Sir Peter Obi, the party’s presidential candidate, access in to Benue State and the accompanied mob action Tuesday. The party which condemned the action said to have been carried out by suspected thugs had earlier blocked Obi’s convoy on Gboko road while he was attempting to access the State. In a series of videos shared on X by Esther Umoh, Obi’s photographer, the mob was seen chasing the…

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South-South Govs Move to Build Regional Economic Powerhouse

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Photo: South-South Govs By Mandy Park South-South governors have resolved to build a stronger regional economic bloc anchored on infrastructure connectivity, investment mobilisation, maritime development, industrialisation and coordinated engagement with the Federal Government, as they seek to translate the region’s enormous economic potential into tangible prosperity for its people. The resolution formed the thrust of the communiqué issued at the end of the second meeting of the South-South Governors’ Forum, held in Calabar, Cross River State, on Monday under the chairmanship of Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri. The governors…

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Alcohol abuse damages kidney, liver says Prof Adeyeye, NAFDAC Boss

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Director General, NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Christianah Adeyeye By Mandy Park The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has raised fresh concerns over the dangers associated with excessive alcohol consumption, warning that prolonged abuse can cause serious damage to vital organs, particularly the kidneys and liver. NAFDAC also linked alcohol abuse to wider social and security challenges, warning that excessive drinking can contribute to behaviours that encourage violence and criminal activities, including banditry. The agency’s warning comes amid growing concerns over the accessibility and consumption of alcoholic beverages in Nigeria, particularly…

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‘I don’t want my father jailed,’ says 19-year-old sexually abused daughter

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Victim and suspect A 19-year-old lady, Miss Ugo (not her real name), has found herself torn between seeking an end to years of alleged sexual abuse by her father and seeing him sent to prison. Ugo alleged that her father, Uche Didie, a 43-year-old man from Delta State, first sexually abused her in 2019 when she was 12 years old. According to her, the abuse continued for years until Sunday, September 6, 2026, when she finally found the courage to disclose her ordeal to someone outside the family. Ugo, who lives with…

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