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Man lauds Akpabio, wife for footing his N25m hospital bill on kidney transplant
An ICT expert, Mr. Destiny Young in the early hours of Tuesday formally thanked the Minister, Niger Delta Affairs Ministry, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and his wife, Unoma, for the roles they played in bringing him back to life.
Mr. Young, who was last year diagnosed of Kidney failure and needed an urgent transplant was given a lifeline by the former governor of the state, which finally led to a successful kidney transplant.
Young on Tuesday, took to the social media platforms to thank the former Senate Minority Leader, for donating a huge amount of money that helped rescue him from kidney failure.
According to a post on his verified Facebook Account, Young gave a chronological account of how his encounter with Senator Akpabio gave him lifeline.
AN OPEN THANK YOU MESSAGE TO SENATOR GODSWILL AKPABIO
“I write you this open Thank You Message to acknowledge what God has used you to do in my life.
“For months and years back, I had been battling with stage 3 Kidney failure. It got to a point where my resources failed me and I almost gave up. This was when friends activated an online campaign to rally funding support for me to undergo a comprehensive medical procedure.
“Through providence, you intervened to bear the burden of what it will financially take to give me hope for a new life. You sent a contact to ask me to immediately move to a medical facility where you had originally deposited N8million. You gave orders that my treatment is commenced immediately.
“After a series of medical examinations, it was established I need a Kidney transplant to survive and you actionably ordered the procedure to advance to a conclusion. You bore the financial burden, having expended over N25million to ensure the operation was successful.
“I was moved to tears when you spoke with me a day before the operation and prayed for me for a successful outcome.
“Today, I have come out victorious.
“What you have done is not strange to many who in one way or the other have been impacted by your humanity.
“I will fail in my conclusion of this message if I do not mention the contribution of your adorable wife, Her Excellency, Mrs. Unoma Akpabio. She acted swiftly on the day I was scheduled for operation by contacting me to ensure I am ready for the procedure. What she did marvel me. Thank you Eka Esit Mbom
“I use this opportunity to say thank you Senator Godswill Akpabio.
“God will continue to empower you with greater privileged opportunities to offer selfless service to humanity.
I am grateful.
God bless you.
Destiny Young, Ph.D. (Cand.)”
Metro
Zenith Bank Customers Fume Over Disruptions in Online Services
Customers of Zenith Bank have taken to social media to voice their frustration over difficulties encountered during online banking transactions.
Reports emerged on Tuesday of challenges related to payments and various features, leading to widespread discontent among users on social media platforms like X.
In a statement shared on X on Saturday, Zenith Bank announced that routine maintenance would commence on September 29 and conclude on October 1, running from 12:01 AM to 5:00 AM. The notice, titled ‘Notice of Routine Maintenance,’ stated, “Please be informed that we are currently undertaking routine maintenance of our Information Technology Infrastructure to enable us to significantly improve the quality of service rendered to you.”
However, customers reported that the maintenance did not begin as scheduled, causing considerable inconvenience.
On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, the bank’s Mobile Banking App, USSD Service, Internet Banking, and Corporate Internet Banking platforms remained unavailable for an extended period, specifically between 12:01 AM and 2:30 PM WAT.
One dissatisfied customer, Adetunji Akeem, expressed his frustration, sharing that he was unable to withdraw money for food and transportation to work, which forced him to borrow from colleagues.
“It is frustrating. I haven’t eaten all day because I wasn’t able to withdraw money today. Zenith said they would be undergoing maintenance on Saturday through a pop-up message on the bank app, but they didn’t start until this morning,” he lamented.
Another customer, Adeleye A. P., known on X as #deji4ever, criticised the bank for not scheduling maintenance during the night, especially at the end of the month when many employees are expecting their salaries.
He tweeted, “The worst bank award should be given to Zenith. Why deny customers transfer privileges to other banks on the last day of the month? It’s a bad business strategy to ensure money doesn’t leave its coffers.”
Dave Oriss, tweeting under the handle #orissonline, echoed similar sentiments, adding, “#ZenithBank, you should keep frustrating your customers. Some have emergencies, and you are busy shifting the time for maintenance.”
Metro
Iran Claims to Have Fired 200 Missiles at Israel — State Media Reports
Iran fired 200 missiles, including hypersonic weapons, at Israel in a major escalation of the ongoing conflict, state television reported on Wednesday.
The barrage, which Iran claims targeted military bases near Tel Aviv, came as retaliation for the recent killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah by Israeli forces.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed the missile launches, stating that “90 percent” of the projectiles hit their intended targets, which included three military bases.
The footage of the missile strikes was broadcast on Iranian media, showing a significant show of force by Tehran.
The Israeli military countered that 180 missiles had been fired into their territory, with most being intercepted by Israel’s advanced defense systems.
Despite the intercepts, the attack marks the first reported use of hypersonic missiles by Iran against Israel.
Hypersonic missiles, capable of traveling at speeds of up to 15 times the speed of sound, pose a unique threat due to their low-altitude flight path and ability to evade conventional missile defenses.
Iran unveiled this advanced missile technology in June 2023, with then-president Ebrahim Raisi proclaiming it as a cornerstone of Iran’s deterrence capabilities, designed to maintain peace and stability in the region.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded swiftly to the attack, warning that Tehran had made a “big mistake.” He vowed to make Iran “pay” for the strikes, further raising tensions in an already volatile situation.
In Washington, the United States indicated that it was discussing a joint response with Israel.
Meanwhile, Iran’s chief of staff issued a stern warning that Tehran would strike key Israeli infrastructure if Iran’s territory were attacked in retaliation. The region now braces for potential further escalation amid growing fears of a broader conflict.
Metro
Tragedy Strikes as 60 Bodies Recovered in Niger Boat Accident
No fewer than 60 bodies have been recovered following a tragic boat accident in Niger State, officials confirmed.
According to a statement released by Abubakar Dakani, Press Secretary to the Chairman of Mokwa Local Government, the boat was carrying over 300 passengers when it capsised at the notorious Gbajibo River in Mokwa Local Government Area yesterday evening.
Dakani disclosed that the ill-fated boat was en route from Mundi to Gbajibo for the Annual Maulud celebration when the disaster occurred.
The Chairman of Mokwa Local Government, Abdullahi Muregi, acknowledged the recovery of about 60 bodies and confirmed that 10 survivors have been found so far. Rescue operations, involving the State Emergency Management Agency and local volunteers, are ongoing in a bid to recover the missing passengers.
This incident brings painful memories of a similar boat tragedy in September 2023, when a boat carrying over 50 passengers capsized, killing 24 people who were traveling to their farms for harvest.
Authorities have expressed concerns about the recurring boat accidents in the region, calling for urgent measures to improve safety on the waterways.
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