In this interview, Dr Phillips Nto, World Bank consultant, development economist and former Abia state commissioner for finance, spoke on the economy, insecurity and how to deepen Nigeria’s democracy among others. On 2024 budget and how to make it realisable Doing a little analysis on the N27.5 trillion budget, it could be seen that the…
Every town or community has its shining stars, who would etch the name of the community or town in the heart of the people – Awolowo’s Ikenne, Samuel Ladoke Akintola’s Ogbomosho, Tafawa Balewa’s Bauchi, Buhari’s Daura, William shakespare’s stratford-upon Avon, United Kingdom and Fagunwa’s Oke Igbo. His beginning! Daniel Orowole, later (Olorunfemi) Fagunwa, was born…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, on Friday, signed the 2024 appropriation bill of N703.02 billion into law. The governor while assenting to the bill said the budget would further enhance the development of the state and make it Nigeria’s infrastructure capital. The governor spoke in his office in Abeokuta after signing the bill…
Parenting is considered one of the most difficult jobs in the world, but there’s no formal education available on how to parent successfully. The good news is there are many ways parents can stimulate their babies’ brains and use day-to-day events as exceptional learning opportunities. Here are five easy, effective and science-backed tips shared by…
Musicologist and composer, Dr Osa Mbonu-Amadi has released a highlife single titled Ngwongwo. Translated as pepper soup in English Language, an Igbo word which is an assorted spicy meat dish, is metaphorical expression by the artiste urging the diversely talented Nigerian youths to look inwards and channel their energies in the right direction. A combination…
By ADESHOLA FATHIA OLUWABUNMI Mass Communication Undergraduate from THE POLYTHENIC ILE IFE. With the extraction of fuel entitlement by the central rulers in March 2023, many citizens were left thinking how they would manage with the inflaution on cost of living. Across several months, the consequence of the entitlement removal have been felt by the…
President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, said democracy must be progressive and inclusive with a primary focus on addressing poverty through the provision of job opportunities for youths and quality education for all Nigerian children. Receiving members of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives’ Congress (APC), on Thursday, in Lagos, President Tinubu expressed…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has promoted 5,196 members of its staff nationwide. The commission disclosed this in its daily bulletin issued by the Director of Publicity and Voter Education, Mrs Adenike Tadese, on Thursday in Abuja. Tadese said that the promotion came on the heels of the 2023 promotion examination and evaluation carried…
Arsenal legend Paul Merson has predicted the Premier League match-day 20 taking place this weekend, on Monday and Tuesday. Luton Town will host Chelsea on Saturday, while Manchester City will take on Sheffield United at Etihad Stadium. Fulham will clash with Arsenal on Sunday, while Liverpool will host Newcastle United on Monday. Providing his predictions,…
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has paid a condolence visit to the family of his late predecessor Rotimi Akeredolu in Ibadan Oyo State. Aiyedatiwa led some members of the State Executive Council and Ondo State House of Assembly members to commiserate with the Akeredolu family at his Jericho residence. Recall that Aiyedatiwa, who was…
Humanity can be defined as a basic quality that differentiates human beings from other living organisms. Simply put, it is a trait that is expected to be exposed by humans. Humanity is a collective term to represent human beings’ love, affection, compassion, and concern for others. When given a choice between being right and being…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has recovered N264.04 billion from borrowers under its development financing programmes in the first six months of 2023. According to the CBN’s Half-Year Economic Report for 2023, this was 27.4 per cent higher than the N207.33 billion recovered in the same period of the previous year. The apex bank…
The cost of servicing debt for railway projects exceeded the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC)’s revenue by 1,208.5 per cent in the first half of 2023, an analysis of debt service documents has shown. This is as the NRC said over 63,000 people have so far benefited from the free train ride declared by the federal…
Serie A champions, Napoli have released Victor Osimhen for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Osimhen is celebrating his 25th birthday today. The forward is suspended for Napoli’s league clash with Monza on Friday (today) and that has prompted his early release for the 2023 AFCON finals. Osimhen picked a red card in the Partenopei’s…
The Governing Council of Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa, Ondo State, has approved the appointments of Mr. Peter Okunniga as Registrar and Mr. Ganiyu Aminu as Bursar. The appointments, announced on Thursday in Okitipupa by Mr. Paul Adeagbo, the institution’s Deputy Director of Protocol and Public Relations, fill positions previously held…
Mind transformation is a profound journey of self-discovery and personal evolution. It goes beyond mere change; it involves reshaping the way you think, perceive, and respond to the world around you. This transformative process encompasses various aspects of your mental landscape, fostering growth, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself. At its core, mind transformation…
“As a matter of urgency, we call on the Federal Government, State Governments, and the 774 Local Governments to adopt remedial measures to ensure the immediate registration of the 20.2 million out-of-school children in schools”. The above statement was made by a human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, on Thursday. In his statement titled: ‘Refusal…
On the latest episode of The Honest Bunch Podcast, comedian Alibaba claimed that he had created most of the jokes told by other Nigerian comedians. He also said that many comedians have been “recycling” his jokes, but they still don’t acknowledge his contributions to the industry. When asked about his role in the comedy industry,…
The Federal Government has announced the planned closure of the Iyana Oworonshoki-Adeniji Adele section of the Third Mainland Bridge in 2024. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos State, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, announced in a Thursday statement that the planned closure will commence from 11: 00 am on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024. Kesha said the closure…
Gov Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti has signed into law the N159,572,481,915.51 2024 appropriation bill with an assurance that his administration would fully implement the budget for the prosperity of the people. The 2024 Appropriation, Christened “Budget of Sustainable Growth and Development” was presented to the governor by the speaker of the State House of Assembly,…
Passengers were gripped with fear after a pilot mistakenly landed their plane on cracking ice on a notorious Kolyma River in Russia, on Thursday. The 52-year-old Antonov-24 aircraft had flown from the world’s coldest city Yakutsk and had landed by error on the ice instead of a landing strip on the riverbank in a temperature…
— Works Commissioner, Special Adviser, others resign —- More appointees to resign — Why they resigned — Govt source —- We’re loyal even in death —- Don’t want to be victimized — source. —- Mimiko, former Speakers , Ondo Obas, Pensioners, others mourn Akeredolu Former political aides to the late governor of Ondo state, Rotimi…
BY ACTION_LADY As we stand on the threshold of a new year, it’s natural to reflect on the past and set our sights on the future. The year 2024 holds promises, opportunities, and challenges that we can navigate with purpose and intention. Shaping your 2024 is an ongoing process that requires dedication, self-reflection, and adaptability….
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has singled out Marcus Rashford and Christian Eriksen for praise following the Red Devils’ Premier League 3-2 win over Aston Villa on Christmas Boxing Day. Scholes said Rashford was at his best against Aston Villa, while Eriksen made the difference. Recall that a brace from Alejandro Garnacho and a goal…
The Director General of World Health Organisation (WHO), Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, has described 2023 as a year of achievements and “avoidable suffering.” Reflecting on 2023, which also marked the UN agency’s 75th anniversary, Ghebreyesus highlighted key achievements and set out objectives for the coming year. The WHO chief said the outing year saw significant milestones…
Nollywood luminary, Funke Akindele, has struck gold once again with her recent movie, ‘A Tribe Called Judah,’ which amassed a whopping N400 million within its initial 12 days of screening. This achievement has propelled the new movie to claim the top spot as the highest-grossing movie of 2023. The Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN),…
President Bola Tinubu has declared to governors that the federal and state governments have the joint responsibility to ensure peace and stability of Nigeria. Tinubu stated this at a meeting with the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) at his Lagos residence on Tuesday. The President said, “Nigeria needs peace and stability to move forward. Nigeria belongs…
Nigeria has announced it will commence gas supply to South Africa in the first quarter of 2024. David Ige, the Executive of Riverside LNG, a Nigerian-based energy company, disclosed this in a recent interview in Abuja. According to him, both nations have kick-started discussions of serious energy collaboration. Earlier this year, Riverside LNG entered into…
Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State is dead after battling illness for long. In view of reports received, Akeredolu died in Lagos on Wednesday. The Sunshine State governor died at the age of 67. The source explained that Governor Akeredolu’s condition had deteriorated to the point where he needed a dialysis machine to help him….
In a tragic turn of events, Rt. Hon. Ghali Umar Na’Abba, a former Speaker of the House of Representatives, has passed away. Na’Abba, the second Speaker of the House of Representatives in the current 4th Republic, died early Wednesday morning. Details of his death were not immediately available. Na’Abba was elected to the House of…
Israel bombed Gaza on Tuesday after its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed there won’t be peace until its Hamas rulers are destroyed and Palestinian society is “deradicalised”. The army said it had struck more than 100 targets in 24 hours, including military sites and tunnel shafts in central Jabalia and Khan Yunis in the south,…
