According to his spokesman, Yahaya Sarki, the governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, has approved the release of the 1, 138, 177, and 993.11 for the payment of gratuities and death benefits.
The funds are for local government employees, local government education authorities, and state and contract employees who retired or passed away between September 16 and December 15, 2024.
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“This approved intervention will provide for the benefit of 459 beneficiaries, demonstrating the government’s commitment to the welfare of retired workers and their families in Kebbi State,” the statement read.
On Saturday, President Bola Tinubu expressed condolences to the families of the Kano State contingent members who had died in a road accident while returning from the recently concluded National Sports Festival in Ogun State.
The president expressed his condolences to the Kano State government, the people of Kano State, as well as to the victims’ families and loved ones in a statement from presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga.
“The nation is dealt a devastating blow. It obscures the National Sports Festival, a celebration of unity, talent, and excellence. The President said that it has long been a platform for identifying and nurturing athletes who promote Nigeria both internationally and on national and international stages.
The accident victims, whose dedication and aspirations in their various vocations exemplified the resilient Nigerian spirit, were the subject of President Tinubu’s tribute.
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He reaffirmed that taking concrete steps to reduce future tragedies and raise safety standards across the country’s transportation systems is the greatest honor the country can bestowe on them.
the automobile involved in a May 31, 2025 accident in Kano.
The President asked God Almighty to give the bereaved families strength and comfort in exchange for the peaceful repose of the departed’s souls.
In a related development, President Tinubu expressed his deep concern about the severe flooding that has affected the Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, which has caused numerous families to lose their lives.
The President expressed his condolences to the affected families and the good people of Niger State on Friday night on his X-linked account.
Flooding in the state of Mokwa, Niger.
President Tinubu ordered the National Emergency Response Centre to be immediately activated after receiving initial reports, and the NEMA has since been fully informed about the magnitude of the disaster and the urgent humanitarian needs.
Search-and-rescue operations are currently underway, and the Niger State Government’s response has been supported by all relevant federal agencies. Without delay, temporary shelters and relief supplies are being deployed.
“I can assure all those who have been impacted that your government is with you.” The President stated that we will continue to work with the Niger State Government to ensure a swift, coordinated, and compassionate response that prioritizes lives, restores dignity, and expedites recovery.
Flooding in the state of Mokwa, Niger.
Additionally, President Tinubu mandated that NEMA and the National Emergency Response Centre provide ongoing coordination and updates. He also issued a command to security organizations to assist in emergency operations.
He urged all Nigerians to pray and keep their thoughts and prayers with the Mokwa population.
When her husband, TV doctor Michael Mosley, went for a walk on a Greek island last summer, tragically passed away in the island heat, leaving Carolyn Mosley widowed.
Clare Bailey Mosley has reflected on the death of her husband, TV doctor Michael Mosley(Image: instagram/@drclarebailey)
Dr. Michael Mosley’s widow has opened up about her heartbreaking husband’s passing. Michael, a 67-year-old author, broadcaster, and TV presenter, vanished while on Symi, Greece last summer, leaving Claire Bailey Mosley devastated.
After four days of searching, he tragically disappeared with Clare and his four children on June 9 and was discovered dead. His death was “most likely attributable either to heat stroke (accidental) or non-identified pathological cause,” according to an inquest from December.
Clare has contemplated the fateful day her husband went for a walk, but he never came back. She claimed that while their friends stayed by a pool to sunbathe, he wanted to go for a walk.
Clare became concerned when her husband decided not to come back for a while and was aware that his planned journey would have taken a full hour. Emergency services couldn’t go missing until after 48 hours, despite her desire to raise the alarm.
The retired GP recalls how she managed to get in touch with the local police, who eventually agreed to send a search party. With her anxiety waning as the hours of daylight waned, Claire also assisted in the search.
Clare was left heartbroken when her husband died while they were on holiday(Image: FILE)
She claimed for the Daily Mail that she had spent some time walking along the coast, through trees, and heard gorse calling his name. Have you seen him? was a question I had whenever I first met someone.
Then the sun began to set. Something went horribly wrong, she said, adding that she was sobbing as the panic persisted.
Clare continued, stating that she attempted to keep hope afloat by ironically believing that he had been abducted and that that would have left him alive. His body was ultimately discovered after four days of searching.
Clare recalled saying, “We all slumped after that.” Nothing in the world made me think. I was unable to unsee the photo of Michael standing on a stretcher with an out arm. It was so heartbreaking and moving.
After a day’s searching, the children looked so purposeful and wholesome in a row, all dirty and dishevelled, and looked exhausted. That made me feel better.
Clare said, “It was just an ordinary exchange of words as he went for his walk,” in the wake of their final kiss. Very unoriginal. There wasn’t even a kiss, in my opinion.
Clare called her husband “a maverick, a bit of a risk-taker.” She remarked about Michael, “He pushed boundaries.” For that, I adored him, making him so unique. He was brilliant but unconventional.
Dr. Jack Mosley expressed his sadness over the passing of his father earlier this year, expressing pride in his late parents’ accomplishments, and describing one of his upheavals as “bittersweet.” Jack spoke to The Times about his father’s influence on his career, including weight loss, while promoting his own new book, Food Noise: How Weight Loss Medications &, Smart Nutrition Can Silence Your Cravings, the day before Michael’s death.
Jack revealed in the interview that he hadn’t been able to listen to Michael’s BBC Radio 4 series Just One Thing until recently. The project, which was televised last year, involved Michael sharing “simple tips” to “change your life”.
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According to Jack, “It’s only been in the past few weeks that I’ve been able to listen to his Just One Thing series,” which is obviously bittersweet. He added that Michael, who hosted shows like Trust Me and I’m a Doctor, is “something to be proud of” because “he is still there” on radio, podcasts, and TV, is “something to be proud of.” He claimed that his late father “admitted to helping a lot of people lead better lives.”
In the interview, Jack, who is training to become a GP, added more praise for Michael. He claimed that the broadcaster had been “a maverick” and “master self-experimenter” throughout his career. He wrote several books, including ones about diets.
In a third-round French Open match that was halted by loud fireworks outside Paris St-Germain’s stadium, Cameron Norrie kept his focus on defeating British rival Jacob Fearnley.
Fearnley, 23, took Norrie’s place as the country’s top two earlier this year, but he resurrected himself in a 6-3, 7-6, 6-2 victory.
PSG fans savagely awaited their team’s Champions League final against Inter Milan in Munich while the match was largely over the course of the match.
Norrie, who is ranked 81st in the world, described how managing the fireworks next door was the “toughest part” for both of us.
After a few challenging seasons, Norrie, who was playing at his best, used his experience to overthrow his fellow Scot.
Fearnley, the French Open debutant, appeared to have picked up a broken leg in the second set.
As Norrie made its first appearance in the final 16 of the clay-court Grand Slam, Fearnley, who is ranked 55th, produced a double fault on match point.
Novak Djokovic, who played later on Saturday, might get to meet with the reward.
After a three-hour contest played in bizarre circumstances, Norrie and Fearnley, who had never previously played at ATP level, embraced warmly at the net.
Nearly 50 000 supporters poured into Roland Garros’ Parc des Princes to watch the game on large screens.
When Norrie had a 4-1 lead in the second-set tie-break, he had to abort his serve, but he refocused and took the lead.
In addition to the fireworks, the audience could also hear police sirens and car horns that were tooting during the opening two sets.
As the football match’s kick-off time approached, the noise faded in the third set, and Norrie won.
It was very difficult to get there, said Norrie, and I feel great about it.
Two suspects who were detained with counterfeit amounts of $899 and 800 have been formally investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)’s (Kano Zonal Directorate).
The suspects, Abubakar Hussaini, 42, and Sahabi Adamu, 53, were initially apprehended by agents from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) along Maiduguri Road in Wudil, Kano State, according to a statement on X.
They were also traveling to Kila Village in Jigawa State’s Gwaram Local Government Area, LGA, in a commercial Golf 3 Station Wagon car.
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The NDLEA team located the allegedly fake notes inside a Maggi Star seasoning carton after conducting a search. After that, the EFCC received the suspects and exhibits for further investigation.
According to preliminary findings, the suspects were taking the fake currency to Kila Village to meet Muhammad Walo, a self-declared spiritualist who claimed to be capable of “transforming” counterfeit dollars into real currency through ritual prayers.
