Metro
Cholera Kills Nine In Rivers

The Rivers State Government has confirmed the deaths of nine individuals following a suspected cholera outbreak in two local government areas of the state.
The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, disclosed this on Thursday during a press briefing in Port Harcourt.
Oreh identified the affected LGAs as Andoni, where three deaths were recorded, and Akuku-Toru, which reported six fatalities.
She stated that the state has recorded 41 suspected cases in the two LGAs, adding that the government has taken steps to contain the outbreak.
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The Commissioner explained that, although the Ministry of Health has not fully confirmed the deaths resulting from cholera, the symptoms align with the surveillance case definition of the disease.
“With the deepest sympathy to the victims, we are investigating a suspected outbreak of acute watery diarrhoea caused by cholera in Isiodun community of Andoni LGA. The symptoms reported are consistent with cholera,” she said.
Oreh noted that cholera, caused by the bacteria Vibrio cholerae, thrives in areas with poor water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure. The disease is transmitted through consuming contaminated water or food and contact with infected surfaces.
She highlighted that Rivers State is prone to recurrent outbreaks of acute watery diarrhoea and cholera during the dry season, which poses significant public health challenges due to high morbidity and mortality rates.
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“As of January 13, 2025, we recorded 41 suspected cases in Andoni and Akuku-Toru LGAs, with nine associated deaths. Three deaths occurred in Andoni, while six were reported in Akuku-Toru,” she said.
The Commissioner stated that the outbreak was brought to the ministry’s attention after three deaths were reported within 48 hours in Isiodun community on January 11.
The State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with partners and the Andoni LGA authorities, has activated emergency response measures to tackle the outbreak.
Oreh revealed that a state rapid response team, led by the Director of Public Health and Disease Control, has been deployed to the affected areas.
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The team has enhanced surveillance, strengthened case detection in health facilities, and provided essential supplies to the communities. This includes the distribution of oral rehydration solutions, intravenous fluids, and essential medicines to health centres.
The Commissioner urged residents to adopt preventive measures to curb the spread of the disease.
“The public is strongly advised to practise proper food hygiene, wash hands frequently with soap and clean water, especially before eating and after using the toilet. Drinking water should be boiled or treated with chlorine, and water from unverified sources should be avoided,” she advised.
Metro
Police Impound Vehicle With 387 Blocks Of Cannabis In Bauchi

The Bauchi state Police Command says it has impounded a vehicle with nothing less than 387 blocks of suspected cannabis sativa after involving in an auto crash in the state.
Sani Omolori-Aliyu, the Commissioner of Police in the state, disclosed this on Friday while handing over the exhibits to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Bauchi state Command.
According to him, the car and one other had a head-on collision in Wom village of Toro Local Government Area of the state on October 4, 2025 at about 11:30am.
“Initial reports from eyewitnesses and preliminary investigations indicate that the first vehicle, a white Toyota Corolla with registration number ABC-459LF, was operated by one Ali Muhammad, a 45-year-old resident of Nabardo Village.
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“He was transporting the District Head of Nabardo, Suleiman Suleiman, aged 65, along with his family members as they travelled from Bauchi Metropolis to Nabardo Village.
“The second vehicle, another white Toyota Corolla with registration number GWA-155GW, was driven by an individual yet to be identified, who was travelling from Jos, Plateau State, towards Bauchi.
“It was reported that this driver attempted to overtake other vehicles without exercising adequate caution, resulting in a head-on collision with the first vehicle,” he said.
The Commissioner further explained that the occupants of both vehicles sustained varying degrees of injuries and were transported to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) for medical care.
He said that the District Head suffered a fracture in his left leg and is currently receiving treatment with other victims while some have been discharged.
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Omolori-Aliyu also revealed that in the aftermath of the incident, during the search at the scene, the detectives recovered several items in the damaged vehicle which included the 387 blocks of suspected cannabis.
The Commissioner, who explained that the command was in pursuit of the unidentified driver to ensure accountability and prompt legal action, encouraged anyone with information regarding the driver’s identity to come forward and assist in the investigation.
“The police are committed to diligently pursuing leads to identify the principal suspect.
“The Bauchi State Police Command is dedicated to maintaining peace and order in our community and urges the public to remain calm and cooperative throughout this process.
“We invite anyone with information that could aid in this investigation to contact us and we assure citizens that we are resolutely focused on ensuring justice is achieved,” he said.
While receiving the exhibits, Hussaini Umar, Deputy Commandant, NDLEA, appreciated the police for the cooperation and synergy and promised to work hand in hand to ensure that the driver and the owner were found.
Metro
Fake Revenue Agents Apprehended In Aba While Defrauding Residents

Abia State Harmonized Taskforce has apprehended four individuals impersonating as members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) for acts of extortion, intimidation, and illegal enforcement along the Port Harcourt Road axis of Aba and its environs.
They were nabbed on Thursday at Flyover junction around Ugwunagbo area through an operation authorized by the Aba Area Coordinator of ASHTF, Mr. Uche Wogu.
A statement issued by Miracle Chukwunenye, spokesperson of the Harmonized Task Force said that the agency received multiple complaints from market women, tricycle (Keke) operators, and traders about the unlawful activities of a group led by one Mr. Ahuama.
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”Upon arrival, the Taskforce, in joint effort with the police, arrested Mr. Ahuama and three accomplices who were caught extorting money from unsuspecting traders and tricycle operators under the false pretense of being NURTW officials.
“Investigations revealed that the suspects had already impounded about twenty (20) tricycles earlier that morning and collected money from the owners before being intercepted,” Chukwunenye said.
He added that during the operation, the suspects resisted arrest and attacked Taskforce operatives and police officers, but they were eventually subdued and are now in custody.
Chukwunenye sensitized traders and transporters that Abia State operates a strict No-Cash-at-Hand revenue system, and as such, no government-authorized personnel is permitted to collect cash from citizens.
Metro
Stray Bullet Kills 13-year-old Boy In Delta Community

Stray bullets have killed a-13-year old boy, as well as injured many others in Sapele, Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State.
The incident occurred at about 10pm on Thursday Night.
According to DAILY POST, sporadical shots from security men on guard duty at a popular hotel killed the boy by Mopol Zone junction in Tropical area.
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The incident caused serious tension in the area.
The reasons for the sporadic shootings by the security men were still sketchy as of the time of this report.
Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe is yet to comment on the matter.
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