Author: Alexandra Dominic-Chukwu
Alexandra Dominic-Chukwu
Alexandra Dominic-Chukwu is based in the eastern region of Nigeria. She covers politics, news writing, feature stories, among others. She has multitasking skills and can easily adapt to any working condition. She enjoys reading and writing.
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – The Nigerian Air Force(NAF) in a significant operation, has successfully conducted airstrikes resulting in the elimination of numerous terrorists on the outskirts of Lake Chad in Borno State. The Nigerian Air Force revealed that their airstrikes effectively neutralized terrorists affiliated with Boko Haram and the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP). These militants were targeted as their hideouts, structures, and strategic logistics base were obliterated during precision airstrikes carried out in the Lake Chad region of Borno State. READ ALSO: Soldier, Three Civilians Killed As Boko Haram Terrorists Ambush Military Escort In Borno…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Suspected bandits in a tragic incident, carried out a fresh attack on Soro community in Binji Local Government Area of Sokoto State, resulting in the loss of three lives and multiple injuries. The Sokoto State Police Command officially confirmed the attack, which occurred on Monday. According to Police Public Relations Officer Ahmad Rufai, the bandits launched an assault on the Soro community. However, the timely response of law enforcement personnel, supported by military operatives, successfully repelled the attackers. READ ALSO: Bandits Invade Katsina Community, Kill Ward Councillor, Attack Several Houses In an act of desperation,…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- In a devastating incident that unfolded on Ago Palace Way in Okota, Lagos State, about four lives were tragically lost, including that of a mother and her two children. The incident occurred during a tumultuous struggle for control of a moving vehicle between an unidentified police officer and the driver. According to an eyewitness account shared on social media by #tobe_stevee, the driver had initially been apprehended by police officers. As they were en route to the police station in the area, near the Okota roundabout, the driver attempted to evade capture, setting off a…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- A 33-year-old driver, Nonso Christian, was on Tuesday docked in an Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stealing his employer’s Toyota Hiace worth N20 million. The police charged Mr Christian, who resides at 32, Ikunna St., Ikotun Egbe, Lagos, with conspiracy and theft. The prosecutor, ASP Raji Akeem, told the court that Mr Christian committed the offence on Aug. 10 at Ekeyson Motors Park, Ogba, Lagos. Mr Akeem said that the defendant stole a Toyota Hiace bus worth N20 million after he took passengers to their destination in Enugu State. READ ALSO: Danfo Driver Stabs…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – The Department of State Security (DSS) has reportedly apprehended 23-year-old Fildausi Musa Ahamadu following her alleged threat of suicide bombing and harm towards individuals associated with the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate in Kano, Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna. An anonymous source has confirmed Ahamadu’s arrest by the DSS. In a viral video clip circulating within the city, the suspect claimed to be advocating for Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of the NNPP. READ ALSO: DSS Not Interfering In Police Probe Over Garki Shooting – PRO In the video, Fildausi was heard making…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has weighed in on the revelation of President Bola Tinubu’s academic records by Chicago State University (CSU). Keyamo called on Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, to issue an apology to Tinubu and the Nigerian public for the embarrassment caused. In a statement posted on X, Keyamo characterized Atiku’s trip to Chicago as futile, asserting that CSU’s responses have rendered it a fruitless and self-humiliating endeavour. Keyamo emphasized that President Tinubu and Nigerians deserve an unequivocal apology from Atiku. READ ALSO: Atiku,…
(VOICE OF NAIJA)- The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has ushered in a new era with the appointment of Amos Dangut as the Head of the Nigeria National Office, succeeding Patrick Areghan, who served in this role since 2020. Amos Dangut, previously the Deputy Registrar in the HNO’s Office of the Council, brings a wealth of experience to his new position. He embarked on his journey with WAEC in 1998 as an Assistant Registrar (AR) II and steadily climbed the ranks, becoming a Deputy Registrar in April 2018. Notably, he earned a commendation from the Nigeria Examinations Committee (NEC) for…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- In a significant legal development, the Rivers State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, convened in Abuja, has firmly upheld the victory of Governor Simnalayi Fubara of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This decision comes after an arduous legal battle initiated by Beatrice Itubo, the Labour Party (LP) gubernatorial candidate, who sought to challenge the legitimacy of the 2023 election results. The tribunal, comprising a distinguished panel of three members presided over by Justice Cletus Emifonye, delivered a resounding verdict by dismissing the LP’s petition on the grounds of lacking merit and insufficient evidence to substantiate their…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a provisional wage increase of N35,000 for all federal government workers. This is part of his moves to address the looming strike. This decision applies to all treasury-paid Federal Government of Nigeria employees and will be in effect for a duration of six months. The decision to enhance the intervention funds was the outcome of extensive consultations between the Federal Government of Nigeria delegation and the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) on Sunday. READ ALSO: NLC, TUC Deliberate On Tinubu’s Offer,…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- A petrol tanker explosion in Delta State has resulted in the loss of five lives. The Delta State Police Command confirmed this. DSP Bright Edafe, the command spokesperson, shared this tragic news on Sunday, bringing to light the grim details of the incident. “In the early hours of Oct. 1, 2023, at about 0200hrs, the Command recorded a tragic incident where a tanker, laden with petroleum product, being driven towards Benin on the Warri-Benin Road fell at Ugbenu Koko Junction. “Its content spilled into the nearby swamp, and the spillage attracted a couple of youths…