President Bola Tinubu has recalled all Ambassadors, both career and non–career. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, disclosed this on Saturday, September 2. This was confirmed in a statement by the special adviser on media and communications strategy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alkasim Abdulkadir. It states that “Sequel to the inquiries…
By Damilola Adeleke The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) has denied responsibility for the alleged disappearance of a patient’s intestines. The mother of the patient had claimed that her son’s intestines went missing after corrective surgery at LASUTH. However, LASUTH’s management stated that while corrective surgery was indeed performed, they did not willfully remove…
By Damilola Adeleke The author reflects on the presence of the word “science” in various departments and faculties at Nigerian universities. Initially, the author was puzzled by this presence but later realized that science is fundamental to learning, regardless of the discipline. The author emphasizes that science should be about improving human lives and addressing…
By Damilola Adeleke The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) has encouraged teachers to embrace technology and engage in professional development to remain relevant in a fast-changing global environment. These recommendations were made during the 2023 TRCN online annual conference of Registered Teachers. The conference emphasized the importance of lifelong learning, self-development, and collaboration among…
By Damilola Adeleke Former Liverpool striker Peter Crouch has opined that Arsenal had the best summer transfer window in the Premier League. He mentioned that Arsenal made strong moves in the transfer market, which included the signing of Timber, despite his injury setback. Arsenal spent £208 million on new players during the summer transfer window.
By Damilola Adeleke President Bola Tinubu has terminated the appointment of Dr. Bashir Gwandu as the Executive Vice-Chairman/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). In his place, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, aged 32, has been appointed as the new Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of NASENI. The appointment is…
Young Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has made history as the first-ever African artiste to secure a UK Number 1 album with “I Told Them.” Official Charts Company confirmed on Friday that Burna Boy’s seventh studio album, “I Told Them,” debuted at number 1 this week on the UK…
Victor Akinjo, the nominee for the Niger Delta Development Commission’s (NDDC) Ondo State Representative, has been removed for immediate replacement by Mr. Otito Atikase.. This is contained in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale who says the President has equally approved the immediate replacement of…
The Niger State government has declared three day work free to fastrack the distribution of palliative to the 25 local government councils, from Wednesday to Friday next week. The state governor, Alhaji Mohammed Umar Bago, stated this at his maiden press conference in Minna, the state capital. He explained that the work free day for…
Union Berlin has signed Italy captain Leonardo Bonucci from Juventus. Bonnuci terminated his contract with Juventus to make his move to Union Berlin a reality. Announcing Bonucci’s signing on X, Union Berlin described the Italian defender as the best in his position. Union Berlin did not disclose the fee they paid in acquiring Bonucci’s services…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the provision of 5 million glasses for Nigerians with sight impairments across the country. The President stated this on Friday when he received the Founder and CEO of Peek Vision Foundation and Co-Founder of the Vision Catalyst Fund, Prof Andrew Bastawrous at the State House in Abuja. President Tinubu said…
Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development has ordered all foreign airlines to halt operation at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) as of October 1, 2023. While speaking to newsmen during a tour at the airport, the Minister said to make room for MMIA terminal two to expand, both the Dominion and…
Zimbabwe’s main opposition party, Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) has called for nationwide protests and a re-run of elections that it said fraudulently handed President Emmerson Mnangagwa a second term in office. The appeal from the CCC came a day after Mnangagwa said the vote was valid and warned there would be a crackdown on…
By Damilola Adeleke In a statement, Oby Ezekwesili emphasized the urgent need for countries, particularly in Africa, to address the persistent issue of poor public finance management. She stressed that prudent management of public resources is essential for achieving economic growth and addressing poverty. Ezekwesili called on all branches and levels of government in Africa,…
By Damilola Adeleke The Lagos State Government has revealed that 2,588 minors experienced sexual assault and abuse within a one-year period in the state. These children reportedly faced emotional abuse during various domestic violence incidents recorded between August 2022 and July 2023. The government has initiated counseling sessions for 40% of these children to help…
By Damilola Adeleke Gabon’s main opposition group, Alternance 2023, has criticized the military junta’s swearing-in of General Brice Oligui Nguema, calling it absurd. The opposition group is calling for the military to hand power back to civilians and conduct a full vote count from the recent election. The election commission had announced President Ali Bongo’s…
By Damilola Adeleke The draw for this season’s Europa League group stage has been completed. Here are the groups: Group A: West Ham, Olympiacos, Freiburg, TSC Bačka TopolaGroup B: Ajax, Marseille, Brighton, AEK AthensGroup C: Rangers, Real Betis, Sparta Prague, Aris LimassolGroup D: Atalanta, Sporting CP, Sturm Graz, Raków CzęstochowaGroup E: Liverpool, LASK, Union SG,…
Previous Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate, Uriel Oputa, has doubted the authenticity of Venita Akpofure and Adekunle Olopade’s relationship in Biggie’s House. It was previously reported that Venita and Adekunle confirmed that they are dating after the host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, prodded them during the live show on Sunday. But in the latest episode of…
Manchester City Forward, Erling Haaland has been named the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year. Erling Haaland was announced the winner of the prize ahead of teammate Kevin De Bruyne and Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi at the draw for the Champions League group stages. The Norway legend striker makes it two awards this week. He…
President Bola Tinubu has called on the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs to be in the forefront of his administration’s National Re-orientation Agenda. The President sought their input in Abuja when executive members of the Council, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, paid him a solidarity visit. Speaking to State House…
Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku has joined Italian side Roma on a season-long loan deal from Chelsea. The 30-year-old returns to Serie A after spending last season on loan with Inter Milan, and helping them reach the Champions League final. He is reported to have turned down a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League. Lukaku…
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By Damilola Adeleke Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) represented by the Centre for Credible Leadership and Citizen Awareness (CCLCA) have come together to express their unanimous support and confidence in Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to the President. The CSOs affirm that Gbajabiamila possesses the essential qualities of character, capability, and competence. Speaking at a…
By Damilola Adeleke Dr. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, has revealed that due to insurgency in various parts of Nigeria, more than 23,000 people have been reported missing in less than a decade. She shared this information during a stakeholders’ engagement event in Abuja, held under the theme “Where are…
By Damilola Adeleke The Imo Government has begun distributing 65,000 bags of rice to mitigate the impact of the fuel subsidy removal on its residents. Governor Hope Uzodimma explained that the removal of fuel subsidies was a necessary policy to save the economy from collapse. To address the resulting challenges of higher living costs and…
By Damilola Adeleke The Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE) in Ogun State is cautioning motorists against drunk driving and other traffic violations as the “ember” months begin. The warning is particularly relevant during this period, as it’s believed that reckless driving tends to increase due to the rush to make profits or fulfill obligations….
Galatasaray secured a spot in the Champions League group stage after a 2-1 win over Molde in the play-off round second leg, securing a 5-3 aggregate victory. Leading 3-2 from the first leg, Galatasaray extended their advantage with a seventh-minute penalty from Mauro Icardi. Despite Eirik Hestad’s goal for Molde and Veton Berisha’s disallowed goal,…
The minority caucus of the Ogun State House of Assembly has called on the state government’s executive arm, led by Governor Dapo Abiodun, to respond transparently to accusations made by Wale Adedayo, the Chairman of Ijebu East Local Government. The caucus has urged the executive to provide sufficient evidence to address the allegations of withholding…
The taxes imposed on products in Nigeria have increased to N1.36 trillion in the first half of 2023, according to recent data from the National Bureau of Statistics. This figure represents a significant rise of 113.29% from the N636.19 billion recorded in the first half of 2021 and a 25.00% increase from the N1.09 trillion…
France is going after events in Gabon “with the greatest attention”, Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne said on Wednesday after army officers in the West African country declared they had deposed President Ali Bongo. Borne’s comment was the first comeback from France, the former colonial power in Gabon whose influence in Africa is seen as being…
Army officers have appeared on national television in Gabon to say they have taken power. They said they were annulling the results of Saturday’s election, in which President Ali Bongo was declared the winner. The electoral commission said Mr Bongo had won just under two-thirds of the votes in an election the opposition argued was…
