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11 pupils hospitalized after eating school meals
11 pupils hospitalized after eating school meals
By: Bodunrin Kayode
11 Pupils have been hospitalized in Osun state after eating the daily free food served to them recently.
The incident caused palpable fear in osogbo recently after eleven pupils of St James Primary School, Owo-Ope, area were rushed to different hospitals after allegedly eating food served to them in their schools.
The parents of the affected children said the food that was served by some vendors under the O’Meal programme was obviously a contaminated meal which explains the vomiting.
They said the affected pupils started experiencing stomach upset and were vomiting no sooner than they returned home from school.
Upon interrogation, the children disclosed that the O’Meal vendors served each of them a plate of rice with egg which they were reacting to.
Out of fear and desperation some of them were reportedly rushed to nearby hospitals where they were admitted and their stomachs flushed out to keep them alive.
One of the pupils name withheld confirmed that they started stooling and vomiting when they left school around 1:00pm.
Some of the mothers of the children affected expressed anger alleging that they perceived rotten eggs from their mouths.
Meanwhile the state government has ordered full investigations into the reported cases of food poisoning at St James Primary School 03 B, Owoope Osogbo.
The Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, said the matter was reported to him by the Special Adviser on O-Meal, Grace Ayodele.“ and he subsequently directed stoppage of further cooking service at the affected schools pending the outcome of the investigations.
“The affected cooks in the said schools alongside the Planning officer for the O-Meal programme have also been summoned to a meeting ” he said.
11 pupils hospitalized after eating school meals
Troops arrest two suspected terrorist collaborators in Pulka
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested two suspected collaborators of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno.
Security sources said the suspects were apprehended at about 12:00 p.m. on March 30 by troops of 403 Amphibious Brigade in conjunction with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF).
According to the sources, the suspects were intercepted while allegedly attempting to transport a woman to a suspected terrorist hideout around the Dumba general area.
“The suspects were arrested during a routine security operation, and preliminary findings suggest they were aiding terrorist activities,” the source said.
Items recovered from the suspects include two mobile phones, two power banks and other sundry materials.
The sources added that the suspects are currently in custody and undergoing further investigation.
Troops arrest two suspected terrorist collaborators in Pulka
Troops arrest two suspected IPOB/ESN members in anambra
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation UDO KA have arrested two suspected members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra and its armed wing, Eastern Security Network, during separate sting operations in Anambra State.
Security sources said the first arrest was carried out at about 1:00 p.m. on March 31 at Ihiala checkpoint by troops of Sector 5, working with a tracking team and aerial surveillance support.
According to the sources, the suspect, a native of Oraifite in Ekwusigo Local Government Area, was intercepted during the operation following intelligence reports.
Preliminary investigations allegedly revealed that the suspect served as a nurse responsible for providing medical attention to operatives in a suspected camp located in Umunze, Orumba South Local Government Area.
The sources said items recovered from the suspect include two mobile phones, a handbag containing drugs, jewellery and a phone charger.
In a related development, troops at Umunze checkpoint, also acting on intelligence, arrested another suspect identified as a native of Ogbunka in Orumba South LGA.
The sources said the second suspect allegedly confessed to being a member of the proscribed group during preliminary interrogation.
They added that both suspects are currently in custody and undergoing further investigation, while recovered items remain exhibits for further action.
Troops arrest two suspected IPOB/ESN members in anambra
Troops sustain offensive operations in Anambra
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have continued offensive operations in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State as part of ongoing efforts to dislodge suspected members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra and its armed wing, Eastern Security Network.
Security sources said the operation, conducted by troops of 302 Artillery Regiment (General Support) and 14 Field Engineer Regiment, has been ongoing for three days in Ubaha community, Isseke area of Ihiala LGA.
According to the sources, the troops encountered improvised explosive device (IED) attacks during the operation but recorded no casualties.
The sources added that troops have continued to maintain blocking positions at identified crossing points within the general area believed to be used by the suspected armed group.
They said the operation is still ongoing as security forces intensify efforts to clear the area of criminal elements and restore normalcy.
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