Zamfara State has recorded 179 deaths from 12,052 suspected cases of cholera, representing a 1.4 percent fatality rate, lower than the national average of 3.3 percent. Commenting, the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government (SSG), Malam Abubakar Nakwada, said the significantly low cholera fatality rate in Zamfara State was due to the efforts of the Zamfara State Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC), frontline health workers, and partners. The figure reflects the state’s intensified response to the outbreak across all 14 local government areas. Malam Nakwada stated this during a meeting with the PHEOC, led by the State Commissioner of...
Sanwo-Olu Replaces Eko Disco, Ikeja Electric With Two New Power Firms
The Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission—LASERC— has officially granted fresh distribution licenses to Excel Distribution Company Limited and IE Energy Lagos Limited. The two firms will now handle electricity distribution across Lagos, taking over from Eko Electricity Distribution Plc (Eko Disco) and Ikeja Electric Plc, whose licenses expired on Thursday, October 2, 2025. With the new licences, Eko Disco and Ikeja Electric have ceased to exist as distribution licensees within the Lagos Electricity Market. Excel Distribution Company and IE Energy Lagos are now the legally recognized operators. The historic licensing ceremony in Lagos was described by stakeholders as a turning...
Illinois Governor Fight sOver State Sovereignty As Trump Administration Send In 300 National Guard Troops, Newsom Describes It As” Breathtaking Abuse Of The Law And Power”
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker claimed he was sidelined and not informed beforehand of Trump administration sending 300 National Guard troops to the state as part of its efforts targeting unauthorized immigrant, which he sees as a violation of the state’s sovereignty. He claimed that U.S. citizens — including children and older adults — are being harassed in federal operations. Tensions flared over the weekend following a violent incident in which a woman was shot after allegedly attempting to ram U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents with her vehicle. In a statement posted on X late on Sunday Pritzker wrote: “This evening, President...
China Officially Opens The World’s Tallest Bridge, A Total Length Of 2,890 Meters (9,480 Feet)
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in China has a total length of 2,890 meters (9,480 feet) and a main span of 1,420 meters (4,660 feet). It stands 625 meters (2,051 feet) above the river below, it’s located in Guizhou Province, China, spanning the Huajiang Canyon
Born In ’44, Crowned The 44th King: The Historic Journey Of Oba Ladoja
Former Governor Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, born in 1944, was officially crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan land, marking a moment of symbolism, patience, and culmination. Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja was born on September 25, 1944, in Gambari, Ibadan. He studied chemical engineering at the University of Liège, Belgium. He built a successful career as an executive at Total Nigeria and later established a vast business empire spanning oil, shipping, and banking. He also served as a Senator representing Oyo South (1992–1993) and, most notably, as the Governor of Oyo State from 2003 to 2007. His gubernatorial tenure was marked by...
Oyo State Celebrates Teachers’ Day As Governor Makinde Applauds Their Roles In Shaping Future Leaders’ Minds
Governor Seyi Mankinde: “Today, we celebrate all teachers in Oyo State who have the unique role of nurturing and shaping the minds of our future leaders. “ Thank you for your patience, hard work and dedication. Our administration remains committed to supporting and rewarding your diligence. Happy World Teachers’ Day!