NONYE SOLUDO PAYS FOLLOW-UP VISIT TO RECOVERING CHILD, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

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 Nonye Soludo Pays Follow-Up Visit to Recovering Child, Reaffirms Commitment to Child Protection By Chinyere Nwoye  The Wife of the  Anambra State Governor, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has paid another visit to young Chiziterem to monitor his recovery and encourage his family, expressing delight over the remarkable improvement in the child's health. Mrs. Soludo disclosed this in a post shared on her official social media page on June 22, where she noted that the young boy is now much stronger than he was during her previous visit. According to her, Chiziterem's steady recovery is a testament to the dedication and professionalism of the medical team handling his treatment, as well as the overwhelming love, prayers, and support received from compassionate individuals. She commended everyone who has continued to stand by the child and his family throughout the difficult period, stressing that their collective efforts have contributed significantly to his progress. The governor's wife ...

NEMA CONFIRMS 24 RESCUED, 42 MISSING IN KOGI BOAT MISHAP. (PHOTO).


 NEMA confirms 24 rescued, 42 missing in Kogi boat mishap


The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that 24 passengers were rescued from the Kogi boat mishap. In a post on Thursday, NEMA said 42 persons remained missing as search and rescue operations continue.


According to the agency, the incident occurred on Tuesday evening when a boat carrying about 80 passengers capsized on the River Niger. The boat had departed Onugwa community in Ibaji Local Government Area and was heading to Olushi village before it sank.’

“The unfortunate mishap has claimed several lives and left dozens missing,” NEMA said in its update.The Director General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar, activated the Abuja Operations Office to support ongoing rescue efforts.


Rescue Efforts Ongoing


Search and rescue teams have recovered 14 corpses while efforts to find the missing continue. Community divers are supporting official responders, including NEMA, KOSEMA, NIWA, Red Cross, Civil Defence, and the Fire Service.


NEMA added that “periodic updates will be provided as more information becomes available.” The Head of Abuja Operations Office,  Zakari Abubakar, also visited the Onugwa traditional ruler to commiserate. On Wednesday, the Kogi State Government said at least 26 passengers had died in the tragedy.


Commissioner for Information Kingsley Fanwo described the accident as “a heartbreaking loss” and conveyed the governor’s condolences. Governor Usman Ododo directed state agencies to support victims’ families and improve safety on the waterways. “The Government of Kogi State stands with the people of Ibaji LGA in this moment of grief,” the statement said.


The NEMA and the state government emphasised the need for strict safety compliance on waterways. They urged riverine communities to avoid overloading boats and ensure the use of life jackets during travel.

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