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Nigerian Resident Doctors Commence Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demand

Jul 26, 2023Feb 22, 2026 topnews

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared an indefinite strike action due to the government’s failure to meet their demands. NARD’s President, Dr. Emeka Orji, announced that the strike will begin on Wednesday morning, July 26, 2023. The decision was made during a meeting held by the NARD National Executive Council members on Tuesday in Lagos. The major demands of the association include: – Immediate payment of the 2023 Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF). – Swift release of the circular on one-for-one replacement. – Payment of skipping arrears…

Eastern Canada Floods Claim Lives of Two Children, Raising Death Toll to Three, as Water Begins to Recede

Jul 26, 2023Feb 22, 2026 topnews

Massive flooding in eastern Canada resulted in the tragic deaths of two children, bringing the death toll to three, as reported by authorities on Tuesday. The devastating floods occurred in Nova Scotia, where heavy rainfall equivalent to three months’ worth poured down within hours over the weekend. The downpour led to severe flooding, causing vehicles, bridges, and roads to be washed out. In an attempt to escape the rising waters, the two children were in a vehicle with other occupants when they were tragically swept away. The Royal Canadian Mounted…

Tragic Fuel Tanker Explosion in Ore, Ondo State Claims Lives of Pregnant Woman, Three Children, and Others

Jul 25, 2023Feb 22, 2026 topnews

Yesterday, a tragic incident occurred in Ore, Ondo State, where a tanker carrying fuel crashed and spilled its contents. The driver lost control of the speeding tanker, causing it to fall into a ditch on Showboy Road. As the fuel began to spill, some locals rushed to scoop the fuel using buckets and kegs. Unfortunately, disaster struck when the spilled fuel caught fire, leading to a massive explosion. A pregnant woman and her three children, along with 18 others who were scooping fuel, were among the victims who lost their…

Over 500 Foreign-Trained Medical Graduates Fail Nigerian Council’s Assessment Exam

Jul 24, 2023Feb 22, 2026 topnews

According to the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), a total of 529 foreign-trained medical and dental graduates did not pass the assessment examination conducted recently. The two-day examination, which took place in July, saw 704 medical and 30 dental graduates participating. However, the results showed that only 189 medical graduates and 16 dental graduates passed the assessment exam, while 515 medical graduates and 14 dental graduates failed. This pass rate of 27.4% was deemed poor by the MDCN Registrar, Dr Tajudeen Sanusi. Despite this, he emphasized the importance…

Eight Dead, 11 in Critical state After Consuming Killer Alcoholic Drinks

Jul 23, 2023Feb 25, 2026 topnews

In some parts of Ogun State, there have been distressing incidents where at least eight people lost their lives, and 11 others are in critical condition due to the alleged consumption of lethal alcoholic beverages. The Ogun State Government issued a statement on Sunday warning citizens about the serious dangers associated with consuming locally brewed alcoholic drinks and other unapproved products from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). Dr. Tomi Coker, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, revealed that there were reports of…

LASEMA Saves Seven Children from Devastating Fire Incident

Jul 17, 2023Mar 2, 2026 topnews

In a swift operation, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) successfully rescued seven children from a fire outbreak at an orphanage and motherless babies home in Lagos. According to LASEMA’s statement, the fire originated from an air conditioning unit due to a power surge on Sunday afternoon, engulfing the one-storey building located at No. 7 Wole Madariola St., off Enitan Kusimo Street, Aguda, Lagos. The agency acted promptly, evacuating all seven male children, aged between one and seven years, from the building. The children were safely relocated to a…

Tragic Incident: Stray Bullets Allegedly Kill Two-Year-Old Child, Injure Sibling in Delta State

Jul 15, 2023Mar 2, 2026 topnews

A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Okpanam, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, as stray bullets from operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) reportedly claimed the life of a two-year-old child and left his sibling wounded. The unfortunate incident occurred during an NDLEA raid on a notorious drug joint in the area on Thursday. Sources revealed that the deceased child, Ivan Omhonria, and his younger sibling, Eromonsele, had just returned from school to their mother’s shop when they were struck by the stray bullets. According to…

Lagos witnesses 1,642 fire incidents in a span of six months

Jul 11, 2023Mar 5, 2026 topnews

Between January and June 2023, Lagos State witnessed a total of 1,642 fire incidents resulting in the loss of N14.62 billion worth of properties and the unfortunate death of 42 individuals. The Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, reported that out of the 1,642 emergencies attended to, the majority (924 incidents) were fire-related. Additionally, there were 92 cases of rescue, 41 salvage operations, three explosions, two building collapses, and 400 false calls received. Adeseye emphasized that the rise in fire incidents was primarily due to…

Tragic Fire at Milan Retirement Home Claims Six Lives

Jul 7, 2023Mar 11, 2026 topnews

In the early hours of Friday in Milan, a fire broke out at a retirement home, resulting in the death of six people. The fire brigade reported that several residents were also hospitalized due to smoke inhalation. The three-story building, which housed 167 individuals, witnessed the tragic incident. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. Firefighters acted swiftly to evacuate the building and managed to save numerous individuals. An AFP photographer witnessed the removal of two victims’ bodies from the scene. The area outside the retirement home…

Police officer fired for allegedly killing generator repairer in Lagos

Jul 6, 2023Mar 13, 2026 topnews

In Lagos, a police officer named Kabiru Odeyemi has been dismissed by the Lagos State Police Command for his involvement in the shooting of a 24-year-old generator repairer, Idris Bakare. The dismissal was confirmed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, via a Twitter post. Odeyemi’s arraignment is scheduled to take place on Friday, July 7, 2023. The Commissioner of Police, Idowu Owohunwa, has assured the people of Lagos of his commitment to uphold the rule of law, civility, and respect for human life. The incident occurred…