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THE STATES

Published

11 years ago

December 1, 2014

Adamawa

The Nigerian Prisons Service (NPS) has de
nied reports on alleged attempted jailbreak by some convicted soldiers in Yola Prison in Adamawa State.
The spokesperson of the NPS, Mr Ope Fatinukun made the denial in a statement issued to newsmen in Abuja last Saturday.
“There was no pandemonium, commotion nor gun shot fired into the air in Yola prison as reported.
“What really happened was argument among inmates around 7.30 pm after prayers last Thursday, Nov. 27.
“The argument was quickly brought under control,” he added.

Bauchi

Two Bauchi State House of Assembly aspir
ants, Alhaji Uba Boris and Malam Danladi Kawule from Bauchi Central and Zungur/Galambi/Miri Constituencies, last Saturday won the PDP primaries.
Our correspondent reports that the primaries, which were held late Saturday night, were delayed for several hours due to logistics problems.
Aspirants from Bauchi Central constituency included Alhaji Uba Boris, Ahmed Mohammed, Jamilu Barde, Bashir Baba, and Mustafa Kobi.
Other contestants from Zungur/Galambi/Miri constituency were Malam Danladi Kawule, Zanna Galambi, and Malan Abdurahman.
The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the PDP, state chapter, Malam Shehu Aliyu, told newsmen that the party was happy with the peaceful conduct of the event and the good manners displayed by the party faithful.

Ekiti

Farmers in Ekiti State have been urged to spend
the money realised from the sale of their farm produce wisely.
Mr Durojaye Omole, an agriculture extension officer, made the call in an interview with newsmen in Odo-Ayedun, in Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti.
Omole noted that most farmers recorded bumper harvest which would lead to improvement in their living standards if the money realised from the sale of their produce was spent wisely.
He appealed to farmers not to follow the paths of some of them who marry more wives whenever they had bumper harvest.
“They should use the money on valuable projects and the education of their children.’’
He also called on farmers to plan for the next farming season by securing seeds and other planting items ahead of the season.
The agriculturist cautioned them against falling victim to fraudsters who might want to dupe them of their money on the pretence of assisting them.

Gombe

Former Vice President and APC presidential
aspirant, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has solicited the support of party delegates for his ambition to become Nigeria’s president in 2015.
Abubakar called for the support while addressing the delegates of Gombe and Yobe States in Gombe yesterday.
He expressed the desire for their votes during the party’s primaries, to enable him to succeed during the exercise.
According to him, he has spent over 30 years in politics and he deserves to be the president of Nigeria, “being the person who knows Nigeria’s problems”.

Kano

The Kano State Government has commended the Na
tional Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) for its prompt response and support to the victims of last Friday’s bomb blast in a mosque.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr Abubakar Labaran, gave the commendation in Kano when NEMA’s Director-General, Alhaji Mohammed Sidi, visited victims of the blast at the Murtala Muhammed Specialist Hospital, Kano.
“I thank you for the support we have received from you so far.
“We still have many victims on admission in our hospitals, but essentially we need emergency drugs and other consumables, which have since been exhausted.
“We have 48 victims in this hospital. We have some at Nasarawa, Dala Orthopaedic and Aminu Kano Teaching Hospitals.

Katsina

Eleven PDP candidates contesting election into Katsina
State House of Assembly, were last Saturday returned unopposed in the primaries conducted in the 11 local government areas of Katsina South senatorial zone.
Our correspondent reports that the candidates got their endorsement through affirmation by delegates in the presence of INEC officials, security personnel and party representatives.
In the election conducted in Matazu LGA, Alhaji Yusuf Fele, former local government chairman on the platform of the PDP won through affirmation.
He defeated the incumbent, Alhaji Abdu Danshehu.
In Danja LGA, the former Caretaker Chairman of the council, Alhaji Tijjani Lawal, was elected as the party’s candidate in the state Assembly.

Kwara

Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State has
scaled the screening of his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), with a promise to make life more meaningful if re-elected.
Ahmed made the promise yesterday after he was screened by the Olagunsoye Oyinlola-led screening committee at the APC state secretariat in Ilorin.
The governor assured the people of the state that the tempo of governance would be enhanced if re- elected for a second term as the governor of the state.
Governor Ahmed later received his certificate of eligibility from the party’s North-Central Zone Screening Committee Chairman, Chief Olagunsoye Oyinlola.
“We want to give assurance that we will be carrying out activities that will be premised on continuity of on-going projects , especially in infrastructure, “ he said.

Lagos

The Director, Nigerian Army Chaplain Services (Protes
tant), Col. (Rev.) Dawuk Danfulani, yesterday said that proper nurturing of the youths would build a greater Nigeria.
Danfulani spoke during a public presentation of a book entitled: “Youth Restiveness in Nigeria: A theological Reflection’’.
“The event held at the All Saints’ Cathedral, Abalti Barracks, Lagos State.
Our correspondent reports that Danfulani co-authored the book with Rev. (Dr) Ayo Atowoju.
Danfulani also used the occasion to thank God for healing him of injuries he sustained from a road accident.
“There is dire need for everyone to focus on the development of our youths because they determine the success or failure of any nation,” he said.

Plateau

The Speaker, Plateau State House of Assembly, Mr Titus
Alams, and Mr Daniel Dem, the Majority Leader, have won their PDP primaries to contest in next year’s general elections.
Declaring the results of Saturday’s primaries in Jos, Alhaji Danjuma Musa, the Chairman, PDP Primaries Committee in Plateau, said Alams defeated seven opponents to win in Bokkos constituency.
He said also that Dem, on his part, defeated one contestant in the Riyom constituency of the State House of Assembly for next year’s elections.
Other members of the current Assembly, who were returned by the party’s primaries include, Mr Diket Plang, representing Pankshin North, and Mr Yakubu Choji, representing Jos North West Constituency.
The Assembly’s former Speaker, Istifanus Mwansat, representing Pankshin South, also defeated other aspirants to emerge as the party’s flagbearer, while Zainab Dogo, member representing Quan’Pan South, also scaled through.

Jigawa

A former Special Assistant to Governor Sule Lamido of
Jigawa State, Malam Umar Danjani has emerged winner of the Hadejia constituency at the PDP primary election for the PDP state House of of Assembly.
Our correspondent reports that Danjani, who was the sole candidate in the election, scored 71 votes.
Alhaji Abdullahi Buama, the Chairman, Election Committee, who announced the result, said the delegates had unanimously voted for Danjani to represent the party in the 2015 election.
Alhaji Abubakar Danyaro, the Chairman of the PDP in Hadejia, called for unity among its members to ensure victory of the party in the 2015 general elections.
Danyaro also enjoined members of the party to support its leadership to move it forward.

Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar 111 (left), with former Mininister of Education, Alhaji Yarima Abubakar, who paid him a visit in Sokoto recently.

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Kwara Community Residents Flee Over Persistent Bandits’ Attacks

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1 day ago

March 30, 2026

The Tide

Residents of Omugo Community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have deserted their homes due to persistent bandit attacks.
The Tide’s source reports that the once lively community has turned into a ghost town with only a few domestic animals left.
Reports indicate that the recent bandits’ attack on the Omugo ECWA Church via Oro-Ago, led to the abduction of eight worshippers including the wife of the pastor in charge.
Three persons escaped out of the eight abductees with a N1billion ransom placed on the remaining victims in captivity. The community could only gather N1million which was rejected by the bandits.
Last week, the armed bandits invaded Oro-Ago community, killed one vigilante man identified as Baba Ibeji and injured his younger brother known as Ajere.
A Point of Sales, PoS, shop directly opposite the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, Divisional office, was broken into by the bandits.
The gunmen also attacked the NSCDC office and sprayed bullets on the facility, though no casualty was recorded.
In earlier attacks on Oro-Ago environs, armed bandits ambushed a convoy between Oro-Ago and Oke-Ayan in Ilere district of Ifelodun Local Government Area and killed two local hunters on escort duty.
On Saturday, there was tension in Oro-Ago following a security alert that armed bandits were regrouping to launch fresh attacks on the community.
All security formations were, however, placed on ‘Red Alert’ to forestall the planned attack.

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Acting Provost Dismisses Alleged Missing Equipment Claims at Rivers Health College

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1 day ago

March 30, 2026

The Tide

The Acting Provost of the Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology, Dr. (Mrs.) Peace Chigozirim Amadi has refuted claims circulating in the media suggesting that laboratory equipment went missing from the college.

In a recent statement, Dr. Amadi described the reports—particularly those attributed to certain publications—as false and misleading. She emphasized that all laboratory equipment at the college remain intact.

“I am here to set the record straight. No laboratory equipment disappeared from my college. Nothing is missing,” Dr. Amadi said, challenging anyone with contrary claims to provide evidence, including the names of the equipment and their supposed locations.

She further noted that the college recently underwent an accreditation exercise, during which significant investments were made in laboratory equipment. According to Dr. Amadi, these items are fully accounted for, and the college maintains a robust security system to protect its assets.

“Everything is intact. Nothing disappeared. The information being circulated is false and should be discarded,” she reiterated.

Beyond addressing the allegations, Dr. Amadi also called on media practitioners to exercise professionalism and verify stories before publication. “I want to plead with journalists to always verify their stories. Junk journalism does not help anyone. No matter the information you receive, it is important to hear the other side before publishing,” she said.

While social media posts have occasionally raised concerns about various issues in the region’s health education sector, including extortion and examination malpractice at related institutions, there is no independent evidence from credible news sources confirming that equipment went missing from Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology.

The college, a public tertiary institution based in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, is accredited to offer a variety of health-related programs, including Nursing, Midwifery, Laboratory Technology, and Environmental Health. It has consistently emphasized integrity, safety, and transparency in its operations.

Dr. Amadi’s statement seeks to reassure the public, students, and stakeholders that the college remains secure, well-managed, and free from the alleged equipment losses, while urging journalists to prioritize accuracy in reporting.

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HYPREP Reaffirms Commitment to Safe Water Supply In Ogoni

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1 week ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

As the world commemorates World Water Day, the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing potable water across Ogoni communities, in line with the recommendations of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Report on the Ogoni Environment.

In a statement issued by its Project Coordinator, Nenibarini Zabbey, on March 22, 2026, HYPREP noted that this year’s theme, “Water and Gender,” alongside the campaign slogan, “Where Water Flows, Equity Grows,” underscores its resolve to extend potable water supply beyond oil-impacted communities to all Ogoni communities.

Zabbey emphasized that access to clean water is a fundamental human right, adding that HYPREP remains committed to ensuring inclusive and equitable water access across the region.

He disclosed that the agency has successfully provided potable water to over 43 communities in Ogoni, while ongoing Phase 3 water projects are expected to benefit an additional 17 communities. He also highlighted steady progress on windmill-powered water projects in less populated areas, particularly in Khana Local Government Area.

According to him, the K-Dere Water Project, which is over 99 percent complete, will be commissioned in the coming weeks, even as work continues on other water schemes across Ogoni.

Zabbey further noted that HYPREP’s interventions are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6, which focuses on ensuring the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030.

To ensure sustainability, he explained that the agency has adopted a joint management model involving host communities, the Rivers State Ministry of Water Resources and Rural Development, and the Rivers State Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RSSTOWA). He added that Water Consumers’ Associations have been established in communities such as Nchia and Eleme, alongside training programmes conducted in collaboration with non-governmental organisations.

The Project Coordinator stressed the importance of community ownership and protection of water facilities, echoing the call by the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, for residents to safeguard the infrastructure provided in their areas.

Zabbey expressed optimism that the ongoing efforts will significantly improve access to safe drinking water, reduce waterborne diseases, and enhance public health outcomes across Ogoni communities.