Metro Archives - Page 68 of 211

Oct

18

2024

Fire Incident at Federal Ministry of Works Hqrs, Abuja

Metro, NewsAbuja, Accident, Metro

A fire outbreak occurred at the Federal Ministry of Works headquarters in Abuja on Friday, causing panic among staff and workers. Fortunately, the incident was quickly brought under control, and no significant damage was reported. The fire was attributed to a spark from a faulty circuit breaker on the ground floor of Block A, according to Mohammed A. Ahmed, Director of Press and Public Relations. The Federal Fire Service team, led by Station Commander Mr. Kekai Bekebi, responded promptly and effectively contained the situation using available fire extinguishers. A successful evacuation exercise was also carried out, ensuring the safety of…

Oct

18

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia Blogger, PUO, Achieves Milestone with Completion of Luxurious Duplex

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Lifestyle, Metro, News, SponsoredAbia State, Metro, OMPAN, PUO

Chairman of the Online Media Practitioners in Abia State and renowned publisher of PUO Reports, Chief Promise Uzoma Okoro, has successfully completed his stunning seven-bedroom all-en-suite duplex in Umuahia, the state capital. Taking to his Facebook page, Okoro shared his inspiring journey, from the commencement of the project in March 2022 to its completion. With heartfelt gratitude, he attributed his success to God's divine guidance. Okoro's accomplishment serves as a testament to perseverance and determination. Despite facing mockery and challenges, he remained focused on his goal. "Never give up, regardless of the obstacles," Okoro encouraged his followers. "Keep pushing forward,…

Oct

17

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tanker Explosion: National Youth Alliance Mourns Jigawa Exco, Other Victims

Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsMetro, National Youth Alliance, Next Level, Nigeria

Blames incident on hardship brought about by APC -led Govt The National Youth Alliance (NYA) has expressed sadness over the unfortunate petrol tanker explosion in Jigawa State, which took the life of one of its exco in the state, as well as over 100 other victims. This was expressed in a statement signed by the SA Media to the National Chairman, Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas, Okpani Jacob Onjewu Dickson, made available to newsmen in Kaduna on Thursday October 17, 2024. "We at NYA are saddened by the sad incident, which led to the loss of over 100 persons. Such a…

Oct

13

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Atiku Slams Tinubu Over Fuel Price Hike, Calls Him “T-Pain”

Metro, News, PoliticsAtiku Abubakar, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Economy, Metro, Politics

Fuel Price Hike: The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) recently raised the pump price of fuel, sparking widespread criticism. Economic Hardship: The policies have led to severe economic hardship, with rising inflation rates affecting millions of Nigerians. Atiku's Criticism: Atiku accused President Tinubu of being indifferent to the suffering of citizens and labeled his administration's handling of fuel subsidy as "haphazard and disingenuous". Growing Dissatisfaction: The public is increasingly dissatisfied with the current administration's economic policies, particularly its management of fuel subsidies. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has unleashed a scathing criticism on President Bola Tinubu's administration, labeling its…

Oct

04

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Police Arrest Two Women For Buying Baby For N2 Million In Delta State

Lifestyle, Metro, NewsCrime, Lifestyle, Metro, Police

Two women, Tessi Ikechukwu and Lauretta Akomen, were arrested by the Delta State Police Command for buying a newborn baby boy for N2 million from a baby factory in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The dramatic arrest occurred when a commercial motorcycle rider overheard the women discussing the transaction and swiftly diverted them to the Ekpan Police Station. According to the police spokesperson, Bright Edafe, the rider reported that four women had boarded his tricycle, but two alighted at Effurun Roundabout, handing over the baby to the remaining passengers. One of the women mentioned that the balance had been paid and…