An ambulance was stolen from outside a major UK hospital with a patient and paramedic inside. A huge police operation was launched last night with a dog handler, plane and officers spotted around Chesterton area. The incident unfolded at around 8.15pm last night when the ambulance was taken from outside the Royal Stoke University Hospital. Staffordshire Police later confirmed a 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of kidnap, vehicle theft, drink driving and other offences, and remains in police custody, where he is due to be questioned today. Panic as Man Steals Ambulance with Patient, Paramedic at UK Hospital It’s…
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Kano residents were thrown into mourning on Thursday following the death of a woman who had just given birth to quintuplets at the Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital. She passed away late Wednesday night, just hours after a successful delivery. Reports confirmed that the mother had been admitted to the hospital earlier in the day and delivered five babies. Medical sources indicated that her condition deteriorated rapidly despite the best efforts of hospital staff to stabilise her. The quintuplets are reportedly receiving intensive care at the hospital, though their current health status has not been officially disclosed. The public relations officer…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has praised the Gates Foundation for its continued investments and humanitarian aid in Nigeria, describing the foundation as a strategic partner in driving national development. The commendation came during an audience at the Presidential Villa, where the Vice President received a delegation from the Gates Foundation led by Hari Menon, President of the Foundation’s Global Growth and Opportunity division. NCAA, WFP Sign MoU to Boost Humanitarian Air Operations Vice President Shettima expressed his support for the Foundation’s request to expand its partnership with the Nigerian government and private sector, particularly in digital transformation, nutrition, agriculture, and…
The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the North West Development Commission (NWDC), Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, received Mr. Jean-Paul Ngome Abiaga, Head of the UNESCO Office, Abuja and UNESCO Representative to Nigeria, and his delegation at the Commission’s headquarters in Kano on Thursday. The meeting focused on exploring strategic collaboration aimed at promoting sustainable and inclusive development in Nigeria’s North West region. Prof. Ma’aji briefed the UNESCO delegation on NWDC’s mandate, highlighting key initiatives in youth engagement, girl-child education, access to quality education, and basic healthcare as essential drivers of regional development. Literacy, Skills Dev Get Boost as Kano, UNESCO…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority and the United Nations World Food Programme have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing humanitarian air services and strengthening emergency response operations across Nigeria. The agreement, signed in Abuja on March 25, 2026, provides a strategic framework to improve access to life-saving aid, especially in hard-to-reach and crisis-affected areas. Zulum Flags Off ₦20m Cash, Food Aid for 3,000 Borno Residents Capt. Chris Najomo, Director-General of Civil Aviation, described the partnership as a shared commitment to humanitarian service through stronger collaboration. He highlighted the critical role of aviation in crisis response, stating that…
Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), the multi-award-winning media and communications company behind PRNigeria, Economic Confidential, and Spokespersons Digest, has unveiled the jury members and 15 competitive categories for the 6th edition of the National Spokespersons Awards (NSAwards) 2026. Recognised as Nigeria’s premier platform for celebrating excellence in strategic communication and spokespersonship, the NSAwards continues to set industry benchmarks for professionalism, integrity, and innovation. $30,000 Up for Grabs as Galien Africa Opens 2026 Award The awards have previously partnered with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and earned endorsements from the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Centre for Crisis Communication…
Health sector unions, under the Joint Health Sector Unions and the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations, have announced plans to stage a national protest in Abuja over the proposed Health Sector Executive Bills 2026, currently before the National Assembly. The protest, scheduled for today, Thursday, March 26, is expected to draw healthcare professionals from across the country to the National Assembly Complex, with participants converging at the Unity Fountain in Maitama, Abuja. In an official communication obtained by our correspondent on Thursday morning, JOHESU directed its affiliate unions and professional associations to mobilise members en masse, warning that the proposed…
The Minister of Information Mohammed Idris has emphasized the critical role of the media in shaping public perception, driving accountability, and influencing national direction. The minister made the remarks on Tuesday in Abuja during the National Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Media Outreach Programme themed “The Role of Media in the Fight Against Corruption: Issues and Challenges.” Nigeria Deepens Media Reforms to Combat Disinformation-FG Represented by Dr Dili Ezughah, the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Press Council, Idris said the media plays a central role in strengthening democracy through responsible journalism. “The media…
Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has called for the immediate release or prosecution of Kaduna-based cleric Sheikh Sani Khalifa Zaria, describing his continued detention without trial as a violation of fundamental human rights. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his media office, Atiku said Sheikh Khalifa has reportedly been in custody since December 2025 over allegations of involvement in a coup plot but has not been formally charged before any court. EFCC Prosecutes Peace Corps Executives Over Alleged ₦46m Misuse The former vice president expressed concern over what he described as prolonged detention without due process, warning that it raises serious…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has relieved Shehu Wada Sagagi of his appointment as Commissioner for Investment, Commerce and Industry with immediate effect. The decision was announced in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, Sagagi has been directed to hand over the affairs of the ministry to the Director of Commerce pending further directives. Amb. Waiya, Sagagi Five Others Nominated As Commissioners Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation for the services rendered by the former commissioner during his tenure in office, acknowledging his contributions to the development of the state, particularly in the areas…