Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has instructed his players to spend Christmas night at the Etihad Campus training facilities as he seeks to address their alarming dip in form. The Premier League champions host Everton at 12:30 pm on Boxing Day, aiming to end a dismal run of just one win in their last…
A fighter jet mistakenly bombed two communities in the Silame Local Government Area of Sokoto State on Wednesday morning, leaving many innocent villagers feared dead and several others injured. The affected villages, Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa, were struck around 7 am. The jet was reportedly targeting Lakurawa terrorists. The chairman of Silame…
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. OO Oluyede,on Wednesday, had a special lunch with sick and wounded in action personnel at the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital, Kaduna, as part of activities celebrating Christmas. Represented by the Commander, Corps Artillery, Major General Markus Kangye, the COAS urged the sick and wounded…
There was tragedy on Christmas Day in Gombe State capital as a commercial bus driver lost control of his vehicle and hit Christian faithful who were in a procession from Tumfure community to the Government House and Gombe Emir’s Palace for Christmas homage, fatally injuring 22 celebrants on Wednesday. The incident occurred at…
By Damilola Adeleke Working hours vary greatly around the world, and African countries are no exception. According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO), several African countries have relatively short average working hours. Shorter working hours are often associated with better work-life balance, improved health, and greater productivity. While some nations still…
The United States, US military has said that it killed two fighters from the terrorist group Islamic State in Syria and wounded another. “The terrorists were moving a truckload of weapons which were destroyed during the strike. The US Central Command, CENTCOM, confirmed this in a press release on Monday. “This…
A Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Iyaganku, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, has ordered the remand of the principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun Ibadan, Mr. Abdullahi Fasasi, the proprietor of Agidigbo FM, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, and Naomi Silekunola, an estranged wife of the Ooni of Ile Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, at Agodi…
By Damilola Adeleke Christmas has always been a season of joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, the way people celebrate this beloved holiday has evolved dramatically over the years. From humble beginnings centered around faith and family to the dazzling, commercialized holiday as many people experience it across towns and cities today. Wondering what else…
By Damilola Adeleke Christmas, while it’s a time to indulge and celebrate, it’s also easy to overeat and pack on some extra pounds. But don’t worry; you can enjoy all the festivities and still maintain a healthy balance. A little planning and effort can go a long way in helping you feel your best…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday urged the young generation, particularly the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) Fellows, to remain focused, use the opportunity given to them to share their thoughts and ideas, and be strong-willed even at their lowest ebb, to break barriers. He noted that the Academy was about developing leadership skills…
Veteran journalist and former presidential aide, Reuben Abati, has revealed that no questions were pre-submitted or vetted before President Bola Tinubu’s media chat held on Monday. Speaking during the Arise TV Morning Show on Tuesday, Abati, who moderated the session, disclosed that the President’s media team did not request questions in advance, nor was…
By Damilola Adeleke Christmas in Nigeria is a time for love, joy, and the kind of chaos that only Nigerians can deliver. It’s a day filled with laughter, family drama, and lots of food. Christmas in Nigeria is like no other; a melting pot of personalities that make the holiday unforgettable. From the food lovers…
President Bola Tinubu has narrated how the hike in the price of fuel affected one of his friends. Tinubu disclosed that his friend who owned five Rolls Royce transitioned to Honda Accord due to the high cost of fuel. He disclosed this during his presidential media chat at his residence in Lagos…
Lagos, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has firmly dismissed criticisms of his 48-member cabinet, maintaining that he has no intention of reducing its size. Speaking during a media chat at his Bourdillon residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Monday, the President defended his decision, citing the necessity and efficiency behind his ministerial appointments. …
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has blamed the recent stampedes in Oyo, Anambra, and Abuja on poor organization and societal indiscipline. Speaking during his first presidential media chat on Monday, Tinubu expressed sadness over the tragic incidents, which claimed multiple lives during palliative distribution events. “It is very sad that people are not well-organized….
Lagos, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his unwavering stance on the removal of petrol subsidies, asserting that the reform was necessary to secure Nigeria’s economic future. Speaking during a media chat at his Bourdillon residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Monday, the President dismissed criticisms of the policy, describing it as a…
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to adopt better energy management practices as a way to reduce electricity expenses. “It’s not a bad thing to learn how to manage. Control your electricity bill, switch off the light, and let’s embrace good management habits,” Tinubu stated on Monday during a media chat at his…
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the recently introduced tax reform, emphasizing that it is essential for reviving Nigeria’s economy. Speaking during his maiden presidential media chat on Monday night, Tinubu stated that the economy cannot thrive on outdated practices. “Tax reform is here to stay; we cannot just continue…
Nigerians have expressed dissatisfaction with the video and sound quality of President Bola Tinubu’s first Presidential Media Chat, aired on Monday by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). Prior to the broadcast, Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, announced that “all television and radio stations are requested to…
The Ministry of Works has requested National Assembly approval to allocate N1.065 trillion for capital projects in its 2025 budget, representing 99% of its total budget of N1.072 trillion for the fiscal year. This proposal, presented by President Bola Tinubu last week, includes: N5.635 billion for personnel costs. N1.857 billion for…
The ruling All Progressives Congress APC on Monday hit back at the Peoples Democratic Party PDP over the latter’s position on the wave of recent deaths recorded due to stampedes at palliatives distribution sites. APC spokesman, Felix Morka in a statement said Nigerians have not forgotten the ill-fated 2014 recruitment exercise into the…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) has distributed bags of rice to 600 members to support them in the celebration of the Yuletide season. Presenting the rice at the NUJ Secretariat in Utako District of Abuja on Monday, the council chairman, Comrade Grace Ike, said the…
Nigerians nationwide are set to hear directly from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his first Presidential Media Chat, scheduled for broadcast at 9 p.m. tonight, December 23. According to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, Information & Strategy, the highly anticipated event will air on the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and the…
By Damilola Adeleke In 1973, India faced a severe famine triggered by a prolonged drought that threatened its population of 580 million. Then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, confronted with widespread hunger, declared with resolve, “We have no intention of failing. We are going to succeed. We shall overcome.” This determination birthed policies that laid the…
WRITTEN BY DAMILOLA ADELEKE The year 2024 will be remembered as a period of profound tragedy for Nigeria, with numerous events resulting in the loss of hundreds of lives across the country. From stampedes during food and gift distribution to road accidents and explosions, the devastating toll on human lives reflects the dire socio-economic…
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi, has picked holes with the directive of the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, on the distribution of palliatives to the less privileged. Obi said that the directive is capable of discouraging citizens from helping the hungry and distressed among the…
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, December 25th, Thursday, December 26th, 2024, and Wednesday, January 1st, 2025, as public holidays in celebration of Christmas, Boxing Day, and the New Year. In an official announcement, the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, conveyed warm greetings to Nigerians on behalf of the Federal Government. The…
On Saturday, Pope Francis reiterated his condemnation of Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, a day after facing criticism from an Israeli government minister over his comments suggesting that the international community should consider whether the military actions constitute genocide against the Palestinian people. Delivering his annual Christmas address to the Vatican’s cardinals, the pope…
The highly anticipated Lagos Shopping Festival, a 72-hour shopping spectacle, is set to kick off tomorrow, Monday, December 23, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. This three-day festival, running from December 23 to 25, is organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture in collaboration with Chain Reaction Ltd….
President Bola Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu has been named as The Will newspaper’s choice for 2024 Man of the Year. The newspaper stated that the decision to honour President Tinubu was unanimous among its editorial team. According to them, the president’s reform policies over the past year have profoundly impacted Nigerians in ways unseen…
The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 general elections, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has criticised the 2025 budget proposals presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the National Assembly, describing them as full of contradictions and unrealistic expectations. Adebayo accused the government of insincerity, highlighting the exchange rates fixed in…
