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Former University Of Nigeria Nsukka Vice Chancellor, Professor Shehu Is Dead
Former University Of Nigeria Nsukka Vice Chancellor, Professor Shehu Is Dead....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Professor Umaru Shehu, a former Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, has passed away.
The news of his demise was confirmed in a statement issued by the Borno Elders Forum and signed by its Secretary, Dr. Bulama Gubio, on Monday.
Professor Shehu held the distinction of being Northern Nigeria’s first Professor of Community Health.
At the age of 97, he passed away. He was the founder of the Kanem Borno Historical and Cultural Foundation and a co-founder of the Borno Elders Forum.
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Furthermore, Professor Shehu was a Professor Emeritus of Community Health at the University of Maiduguri and a former President of the Nigerian Academy of Science.
Born on December 8, 1930, in Maiduguri, Nigeria, Professor Shehu’s educational journey included attending Elementary School in Maiduguri from 1935 to 1940, Middle School in Maiduguri from 1941 to 1943, Kaduna College in Kaduna from 1944 to 1947, University College Ibadan from 1948 to 1953, and the University of Liverpool from 1953 to 1956, with a brief return in 1966-1967.
He earned a Bachelor of Medicine degree from the University of London and received a fellowship from the Institute of Cancer Research. Additionally, he served as the Editor-in-Chief of the British Medical Journal.
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Akpabio Breaks Silence: “Aduda Never Invited Me!” — The Truth Behind The FCT Project Controversy!.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio recently made a light-hearted remark regarding the tenure of former FCT Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda during their time together in the 8th Senate. Speaking at an infrastructure project inauguration in Abuja, Akpabio questioned why he was never invited to any project commissioning ceremonies throughout the territory during that period, despite Aduda serving as a prominent principal officer.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Akpabio playfully suggested that Aduda deserves some of the blame for the lack of commissioning events because he never extended an invitation during their shared time in the 8th Senate.
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He noted that he could not recall attending a single project commissioning in the FCT while Aduda was in office, regardless of the former senator’s significant influence at the time.
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The Senate President contrasted that period with the current state of affairs, observing that more infrastructure projects are now being completed and commissioned across the FCT.
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From Duty to Tragedy: How A Horrific Road Crash Claimed The Life Of Senator Seriake Dickson’s Right-Hand Man!.
Senator Seriake Dickson, representing Bayelsa West, has announced the passing of his longtime aide and family associate, retired DSP Zamani Tanko, following a tragic road accident in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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The Incident: Tanko was involved in a collision with a truck in Abuja on Wednesday morning, which rendered him unconscious.
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Medical Response: After being rushed to the National Hospital in Abuja by members of the Senator’s team, Tanko underwent an operation by a team of surgeons, but he unfortunately passed away later that afternoon.
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A Legacy of Service: Tanko served Nigeria for 35 years as a police officer and had worked closely with Senator Dickson for the past 15 years, acting as a trusted aide who managed both security and personal responsibilities.
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Personal Impact: Senator Dickson, who viewed Tanko as a brother and a member of his own family—affectionately referred to by his family as “Uncle Zamani”—expressed deep devastation over the loss.
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Mexico Advances: Co-host nation Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout stage after a 1-0 win against South Korea in Guadalajara. Luis Romo scored the decisive goal following a goalkeeping error, and Raul Rangel made crucial late saves to preserve the victory. Mexico has guaranteed the top spot in Group A.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Canada’s Dominant Win: Canada secured the tournament’s largest victory to date with a 6-0 triumph over a nine-man Qatar side, moving to the top of Group B. The win featured a hat-trick from Jonathan David and goals from Cyle Larin and Nathan Saliba, but was marred by a serious injury to Ismael Kone.
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Switzerland’s Victory: Switzerland bolstered their qualification chances by defeating Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1. Substitute Johan Manzambi made a significant impact by scoring twice after entering the match, while Ruben Vargas and Granit Xhaka also contributed to the scoreline. Switzerland currently leads Group B.
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South Africa vs. Czech Republic: A 1-1 draw kept both South Africa and the Czech Republic in contention for qualification. The Czechs scored the tournament’s fastest goal through Michal Sadilek after just five seconds, but Teboho Mokoena equalized via a late penalty in the 83rd minute.
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