President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly set to appoint prominent political figures, including former Governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, a former Federal lawmaker/former NLC Deputy President, Hon. Joseph Akinlaja, former aviation minister, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode as Ambassadors. Others are, Reno Omokri, Shehu Sani, financial expert, Fola Adeola, veteran journalist Bayo Onanuga, and Fuhad Oki etc. Getting wind of this news has triggered widespread jubilation amongst the youths in Ondo State who are already saying Mimiko and Akinlaja’s consideration for such high profile position will help to enhance President Tinubu’s diplomatic vision and in building stronger economic partnerships between…
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On November 23, 2024, an alarming incident unfolded in Kuchibuyi Village that drew the attention of the FCT Police Command. A distress call from Shandam Michael reported a shocking event involving Ismail Usman, a local herbalist known for his unconventional methods. In a misguided attempt to test the effectiveness of a self-made ‘bulletproof’ charm, Usman shot himself in the stomach with a shotgun. Unfortunately, the charm failed to protect him, resulting in life-threatening injuries. Officers from the Byazhin Division responded swiftly, arriving at the scene to find Usman in critical condition. He was quickly transported to Kubwa General Hospital for…
Member of the Federal House of Representatives for Ifako Ijaiye, Hon. Benjamin Adeyemi Olabinjo (BAO), has extended his warmest felicitations to Evangelist Funke Olaleye, a state executive committee member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a prominent stakeholder in Ifako Ijaiye, on the occasion of her birthday. In his birthday message, Olabinjo praised Evangelist Olaleye’s dedication to the development of Ifako Ijaiye and her commitment to the ideals of the APC. “I wish her a joyous birthday celebration and many more years of service to the community,” he said. BAO also commended Evangelist Olaleye’s remarkable contributions to the APC…
The House of Representatives on Wednesday urged the Federal Ministry of Education to commence a pilot programme in selected schools across the country to assess the feasibility and benefits of utilising local languages as a medium of instruction and teaching. The resolution was a sequel to the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Kalejaiye Adeboye Paul (APC, Lagos), who harped on the need to promote local languages. In his lead debate, Hon. Kalejaiye noted that Nigeria boasts of an extraordinary linguistic diversity, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the nation, while the current educational system primarily employs English as…
The Board and Management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) express heartfelt appreciation to Nigerians for their support and excitement over the safe and successful restart of the 60,000 barrels-per-day Old Port Harcourt Refinery. This achievement marks a significant step forward after years of operational challenges and underperformance. We are, however, aware of unfounded claims by certain individuals suggesting that the refinery is not producing products. For clarity, the Old Port Harcourt Refinery is currently operating at 70% of its installed capacity, with plans to ramp up to 90%. The refinery is producing the following daily outputs:…
Senator representing Lagos Central, Wasiu Sanni Eshilokun has sent warm birthday wishes to Hon. Wahab Alawiye-King, Senior Special Assistant to the President. In his message, Senator Eshilokun extolled the virtues of Hon. Alawiye – King as a caring and visionary leader in Lagos Island and the State in general, having served as a Local Government Chairman, a member of the state House of Assembly and Chairman of Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). He went further “In all of the offices you have occupied, elective or appointive, you have always given your all in the discharge of your duties.…
The FCT Police Command is deploying additional personnel and equipment for patrols, stop-and-search operations, and surveillance throughout the Federal Capital Territory. This initiative aims to combat rising incidents of ‘one chance’ crimes and car theft. We will be impounding vehicles without registration numbers, with only one plate, or using defaced plates. Regulations regarding covered number plates and tinted glasses will also be enforced. While these operations may cause some inconvenience, they reflect our commitment to the safety of all FCT residents and to deterring criminal activities targeting motorists and passengers. Since launching these measures, we have successfully recovered stolen vehicles…
The Honourable Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, Esq., welcomed Dr. Abisoye Fagade, the newly appointed Director General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), to her office in Abuja. This meeting reflected the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with its parastatal to advance tourism development and drive growth in the creative economy. During the visit, Dr. Fagade reaffirmed NIHOTOUR’s dedication to its mandate of building a skilled and globally competitive workforce in the hospitality and tourism sectors. He expressed his readiness to align NIHOTOUR’s programs with the Ministry’s strategic objectives to create…
The Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria has expressed concerns over the lack of funding for the cocoa industry. In an open letter signed and released by the Director General, Cocoa Roundtable Initiative and National President, Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria, Adeola Adegoke on Monday, the farmers appealed to President Bola Tinubu to prioritise funding for the critical sector in order not to reverse the present prosperity of the nation’s cocoa farmers. “Mr. President should not forget that one of his promises during his campaign was to provide boards for some critical agricultural commodities which will not be involved in buying…
Lanre Olagunju, a fact-checking expert, has urged the Federal Ministry of Health to proactively educate Nigerians ahead of the malaria vaccination program to prevent disinformation that could undermine its success. While discussing digital media, and democracy on Channels television, Olagunju cautioned against the unchecked spread of disinformation, which he said poses a serious threat to the country’s democracy and development. The dialogue was part of the global conversation marking the United Nations Media and Information Literacy Week, observed during the last week of October. Emphasising the dangers of fake news, he added that disinformation can damage public trust and fuel…