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Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
By: Bodunrin Kayode
Governor Babagana Zulum has made a contribution of N500m to the post flood recovery efforts of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH).
Making the donation yesterday during a visit to the UMTH, the Governor said that it was unfortunate that the flood had to cause so much destruction in the capital and the hospital but that will not deter him from ensuring that more funds are raised to assist the management to return to its former footing of excellence.
The Governor who went round the hospital with the Minister of Health Professor Mohammed Parte to see the damaged equipments for himself said that the facility was in his mind and he would do all he can to make sure it continues to take care of his people.
Zulum noted that the growth and development of the health sector in the State cannot be over emphasized, which is why the Borno State govt will continue to assist in whatever way it can to ensure that residents have access to its services.
“We are all affected by the flood. Indeed the hospital belongs to the federal government but there is no distinction between the federal and state concerning this because the beneficiaries are the indigenous people of Borno state of which over 90% use the facility.
” In addition to this, we shall partner together to seek for more funding to the teaching Hospital to ensure it bounces back to its path of continuous progress.
“Indeed, we have never witnessed such phenomenal growth in the hospital before as we have been seeing since you came on board as a result, i want to commend the Chief Medical Director (CMD) for the consistent growth the hospital has been witnessing. However, you just have to be patient with the people and keep on the good work regardless of what happens.”
The Governor noted that some of the machines are very sensitive and understands why some sections of the hospital will have to remain closed until repairs are completed since a lot of repair work must take place before the machines can be put on.
Prof Zulum commended the Minister for the support he has given not only to Borno State but to the health sector in the north east and the entire country.
Responding after touring the facilities affected on the ground floor of the main building, the Minister of health Professor Pate commended the Governor for his contribution of N500m to the rebuilding of the UMTH.
He described it as a significant contribution giving the fact that the state capital was also under water on the 10th of September causing a lot of people to loose their properties and lives.
He assured that the ministry has prioritized the UMTH and will work with the state govt to get resources from anywhere to bring it back to its normal standard.
The Minister commended the CMD Professor Ahmed Ahidjo and his team also for their dedication to duties and assured that his ministry will do more as time goes on to increase the tempo of development in the water damaged facility.
The Governor and the minister went round the various damaged facilities before expressing their views to newsmen.
Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
Indian factory manager slumps, dies in Edo community
By: Zagazola Makama
A 47-year-old Indian national, identified as Kalidass Arunachalam, has died after suddenly slumping while on duty at a factory in Ologbo, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the deceased was a production manager with Green Hills Agricultural Products Ltd. He was said to have collapsed at about 11:30 a.m. on Friday while working at the company premises.
Company representatives, including another Indian national, Tushar Tukaram Phadtare, along with the Managing Director, Suleman Dauda, and the Chief Security Officer, Lt. Col. Thompson Udom (rtd), rushed him to God’s Spring Best Care Hospital in the Obaretin Community for urgent medical attention.
A medical doctor at the facility, identified as Dr. Kingsley Dele, later confirmed Arunachalam dead while efforts were still being made to revive him.
Officials later visited the hospital where the body was found lying face up on a hospital bed with a drip attached. No visible marks of violence were observed on the corpse.
The remains of the deceased were deposited at the mortuary, and efforts are ongoing to contact the Indian Embassy to inform his next-of-kin and facilitate diplomatic procedures.
Indian factory manager slumps, dies in Edo community
Three missing after boat carrying passengers, vehicles capsizes in Taraba
By: Zagazola Makama
At least three persons, including a two-year-old child, are missing after a boat capsized on Friday night while ferrying passengers and vehicles across the Namnai River in Taraba State.
Zagazola Makama reports that the boat, which was transporting several passengers and three vehicles, capsized around 8:40 p.m. due to overloading and reckless navigation by the operator.
According to sources, the operator defied standing safety protocols by loading three vehicles onto the boat instead of the approved maximum of two. The mishap occurred while the boat was attempting to dock at the riverbank, when a strong wave destabilised it, causing it to overturn.
While many passengers were rescued by local divers and first responders, three victims identified as Aishatu Rilwanu, Baharatu Danasabe, and Yusuf Badaru, a two-year-old child all residents of Jantaro Ward in Mutum Biyu remain unaccounted for.
Rescue team were mobilised to scene as both community members and security personnel intensify the search and rescue efforts.
As of the time of filing this report, the rescue operation is still ongoing.
Three missing after boat carrying passengers, vehicles capsizes in Taraba
Security operatives arrest 22 suspected Aiye cultists in Ogun, including two soldiers
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives in Ogun have arrested 22 suspected members of the Aiye confraternity during a coordinated raid at Hilltop Hotel in Osiele, Odeda Local Government Area.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation, which took place on Friday night, followed credible intelligence received by officers at the Odeda Division regarding the unlawful gathering of cultists at the hotel.
The sources confirmed that a joint tactical team comprising officers from Aregbe Division, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), and the Anti-Cultism Unit stormed the hotel and apprehended the suspects.
Among those arrested were 19 males, three females, and two serving military personnel, suspected to be linked to the cult group.
Items recovered from the suspects include one UTC axe, a cut-to-size barrel gun, and several blue beret caps, all identified with the Aiye cult group.
The sources said that the State Criminal Investigation Department’s Anti-Cultism Unit at Eleweran has been directed to conduct a discreet investigation into the incident, while further profiling of the suspects is underway.
The sources said individuals or groups found engaging in such criminal acts would face the full weight of the law.
Security operatives arrest 22 suspected Aiye cultists in Ogun, including two soldiers
Indian factory manager slumps, dies in Edo community
Three missing after boat carrying passengers, vehicles capsizes in Taraba
Security operatives arrest 22 suspected Aiye cultists in Ogun, including two soldiers
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