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Okija

December 21, 2024

Death toll rises to 38 as Nigerians rush for Christmas rice in Anambra, Abuja 

Hospital managers were calling on residents to donate blood amid fears that the available facilities might be inadequate to contain the crisis. 

Photos from scene of stampede at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Abuja
December 21, 2024

Dozens killed, scores hospitalised in stampede over Christmas rice at Obi Jackson Foundation in Anambra

The incident came days after a similar Christmas charity event turned deadly in Ibadan, killing 35 children. 

Ernest Obiejesi and poor people' photo used to illustrate this story.
July 13, 2024

200 suspected criminals arrested, 1,644 ammunition recovered in Anambra

“I am putting in place operational strategies to ensure that within 10 minutes after a crime is reported, a response team will storm the scene.’’

Anambra State CP. Nnaghe Itam (credit: Punch)
April 19, 2024

One soldier killed, two wounded in gunfight with IPOB/ESN militants in Okija: Army

“The bravery and dedication of our troops in the face of danger are testimonies of their unwavering commitment to protecting the people and communities,” said the army.

ESN OPERATIVES AND NIGERIAN SOLDIERS
March 7, 2023

Landlord in court for reporting tenants at ‘Okija’ shrine

He said that following a misunderstanding with his tenants, the defendant resorted to taking their names to a deity “Arusi Okija” shrine.

Shrine
February 20, 2022

How to be a great teacher: An old man and his student

This is a new version of an old Indian epic story.

Cashew tree