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Peter Obi Visits and Shows Support to Hospitalized Obidient Member
Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate, recently shared a heartfelt message about compassion and kindness, following his visit to Ijeoma, a member of the Obidient family who is currently receiving care in a hospital in Abuja.
Obi’s visit to Ijeoma was a reminder of the many Nigerians facing health challenges and the urgent need for care, empathy, and support in times of difficulty.
During his visit, Obi was deeply moved by Ijeoma’s resilience, which he believes is reflective of the strength shown by countless individuals across the nation.
These individuals, many of whom are hospitalized or struggling with health issues, often face a tough battle for survival, requiring not only medical treatment but also the emotional and social support of their communities.
Obi emphasized that Nigerians must extend kindness to those in need, particularly during the festive season when the spirit of giving and togetherness is at its peak.
Obi urged people to take time to offer small acts of kindness to those who are struggling.
Whether it is through offering prayers, visiting loved ones in the hospital, sharing kind words, or offering tangible support, he believes that these simple actions can make a significant difference in the lives of those facing health challenges.
In closing, Obi reminded Nigerians that a new, healthy Nigeria is not only a dream but a possibility.
He urged everyone to make the season a time of care, compassion, and kindness, focusing on those who need support the most.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reportedly declared a strike at Taraba State University over outstanding salary-related demands and delays in payments.
The strike is scheduled to begin today, October 12, 2026. According to the union’s chairman, the union had been engaging the Taraba State Government over its outstanding demands since February 2026.
“The union had exercised considerable patience and demonstrated its commitment to dialogue since February 2026, when it began engaging the Taraba State Government over the outstanding issues,” Mbave said.
“The union had earlier suspended its planned industrial action following an appeal by the government for additional time through the Office of the Head of Civil Service, in the interest of maintaining industrial harmony,” the chairman added.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
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