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National Orthopaedic Hospital Benin To Begin Clinical Service In Eyean PHC, Says Medical Director
Acting Medical Director (Ag.MD), National Orthopaedic Hospital Benin, Prof. Alfred Ogbemudia on Friday assured that the healthcare facility would begin its maiden clinics in December at Eyean Primary Health Centre in Uhunwonde Local Government Council Area of Edo state.
Prof. Ogbemudia disclosed this to newsmen in Benin when he led a team of the National Orthopaedic Hospital Benin, accompanied by Executive Secretary, Edo State Primary Health Care Development Agency, Dr. Omosigho Izedonmwen to the Palace of Enogie of Eyean, HRH Dr. Osazuwa Aiwerioghene Iduriase, who is the traditional head of the community to host the facility temporarily.
Ogbemudia, who is a Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
appreciated the Federal Government for the Orthopaedic Hospital in Benin and assured of his readiness to hit the ground running.
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He said the Hospital would take off with the provision of paediatric clinics, which is to commence tentatively by the second week of December.
Ogbemudia lauded the community and Elders of Eyean for supporting the hospital development in their locality, particularly providing a part of the Eyaen Primary Health Centre for the temporary site of the hospital.
Executive Secretary, Edo State Primary Health Care Development Agency, Dr. Omosigho Izedonmwen said the engagement with the host community was very receptive and would boost staff welfare in the Orthopaedic Hospital Benin.
He added that the National Orthopaedic Hospital Benin is about the fifth tertiary Hospital in Edo State and that all the necessary support would be given to the team to make the take off of clinical services a reality.
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Receiving the Ag.MD on behalf of the Enogie, Secretary to the Enogie of Eyaen, Osaro Iseleremon expressed appreciation to the Federal Government for the hospital project and pledged the support of the community in ensuring a conducive environment for the hospital’s smooth take off.
Osaro said the Enogie, Eyaen community and people of Edo state are excited following the Federal Government intervention to provide quality healthcare services to residents of the state with the Orthopaedic Hospital sited in Benin.
“Receiving the team led by Prof. Ogbemudia is one of the good things that has ever happened to Eyaen community. The hospital is a development project coming to the community, which the young and old appreciate and are happy about. On behalf of the Enogie of Eyaen, we want to thank the team and Federal Government for attracting a big hospital project of this nature to Eyaen community. “ Osaro said.
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IPF Commends Tompolo’s Commitment To Security In Delta, Nigeria
Ijaw Publishers’ Forum (IPF) has commended High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, for his remarkable commitment to improving security in Delta State, Niger Delta and Nigeria at large.
In a press statement by its national president, Comrade Ozobo Austin, the IPF described Tompolo’s gesture towards Delta Security Trust Fund as a demonstration of his firm commitment to promoting peace, security, and progress in the atate, Niger Delta and Nigeria.
The group’s leadership lauded Tompolo’s philanthropic efforts, which according to them, portrayed his dedication to the well-being and prosperity of the country.
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Recall that Tompolo promised continued support for the Delta State Security Trust Fund after making a handsome donation at the event held at the government house yesterday.
“The unprecedented donation and firm commitment to peace and security in the country by High Chief Tompolo are shining examples of his leadership and dedication to the development of Delta State, Niger Delta and Nigeria as a whole.
“We commend him for his vision and generosity, and we urge others to follow his footsteps in supporting initiatives that promote peace and security in Delta State and Niger Delta region.
“High Chief Tompolo’s support will go a long way in enhancing security measures in Delta state and contributing meaningfully to the overall development of the country,” the statement reads.
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University Suspends Students’ Union Over Controversial ‘Gender Swap Day’
The management of Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, has suspended the Students’ Union Government (SUG) indefinitely following allegations of misconduct during the recently concluded 2025 Students’ Week celebration.
The decision came after photos and videos from the event’s controversial “Gender Swap Day” surfaced online, sparking outrage from members of the university community and the general public. The university said the activities violated its values, dress code, and moral standards.
In a statement signed by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sunday Paul Bako, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, the management described the incident as “regrettable and disappointing,” noting that some students’ actions were inconsistent with the institution’s core principles.
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An emergency management meeting held on Monday, October 13 reviewed the incidents and blamed poor supervision and coordination by the current SUG leadership for the disorder that occurred during the week-long celebration.
As part of the resolutions reached, the SUG has been suspended indefinitely to pave the way for a complete restructuring of student leadership and representation. The university also announced plans to introduce a new framework promoting accountability, discipline, and inclusiveness among student leaders.
“Students who were involved in actions that misrepresented the university’s image will face disciplinary action,” the statement read.
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“Those whose behavior involved criminal acts have been arrested and will be handed over to law enforcement for further investigation.”
In response, the SUG led by Victor Mishak Abednego, tendered an official apology to the university management, expressing regret over the embarrassment caused by the event and promising stricter adherence to university rules in future activities.
The university reaffirmed its commitment to academic excellence and moral integrity, warning that such conduct will not be tolerated in any future student-organized events.
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Fire Ravages Residential Building In Oyo
Properties worth millions of naira have been destroyed in a fire incident that ravaged a residential building in Oyo, Oyo State.
The incident occurred at Aladota, Oke-Olola Area in Oyo around 9 am on Wednesday.
The chairman of the Oyo State Fire Service, Maroof Akinwande, confirmed the incident.
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In a statement made available to DAILY POST on Wednesday, Akinwande said that officers of the agency were immediately mobilised to the scene once they were informed.
“The fire incident was as a result of a spark from electricity which ignited combustible materials and set the room ablaze. No casualty was recorded. The agency was able to save properties worth millions of naira,” he said.
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