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….
Edited and compiled by Jimoh Quadri babatunde. The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State. Manchester City is experiencing its most challenging Premier League campaign start since the 2009/10 season, accumulating only 27 points after 17 matches. This downturn was highlighted by a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa at Villa Park on Saturday, December 21, 2024,…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed allegations of extrajudicial killings during the #EndBadGovernance protests, as detailed in Amnesty International‘s (AI) recent report. The report, titled “Bloody August: Nigeria Government’s Violent Crackdown on #EndBadGovernance Protests”, claimed that police actions led to at least 24 deaths across six northern states. In a statement, Force Public Relations…
A total of 403 Nigerians, including children, have been successfully repatriated from the Niger Republic through a coordinated humanitarian effort. Speaking at the reception held at the Nigerian Immigration Service Training School in Kano, the Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), Hon. Aliyu Tijani, revealed that the…
Manchester United’s struggle continued on Sunday as they suffered a dismal 3-0 loss to Bournemouth at Old Trafford, piling further pressure on manager Ruben Amorim. The defeat marked United’s fourth loss in nine matches under Amorim, who took over from Erik ten Hag in November. The Portuguese coach’s decision to omit Marcus Rashford from the…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed deep concern over the recurring deaths caused by stampedes during palliative distribution across the country. In a statement issued by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, CAN described the pattern as “troubling” and extended condolences to the victims of the latest tragedy, which occurred at the Holy Trinity…
The Federal Government has expressed deep condolences to the families of victims who lost their lives in the tragic stampedes during food distribution exercises in Ibadan, Abuja, and Okija. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, described the events as “deeply saddening” and emphasized the need for better crowd management during charitable activities, especially…
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed the Force Criminal Investigations Department (FCID) to thoroughly investigate the death of a 35-year-old man, Jimoh Abdulquadri, who died while in police custody in Kwara State. This directive was contained in a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who disclosed that the…
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…
I often find myself in interesting conversations with people who don’t understand my commitment to the gym, simply because I’m not overweight. They tend to assume that the gym is only for those looking to shed pounds. Each time I face this misconception, I try to explain that I’m focused on building strength, and…
By Damilola Adeleke The festive season is upon us, often associated with joy, family gatherings, and creating lasting memories. For many, it is a period to take stock of the year and look forward to a new beginning. However, amid the excitement, certain pitfalls can turn your holiday celebrations into regret. As a…
A joint security task force has arrested a private miner and sealed off two mining sites in Kure, Amba community, Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mr. Yakubu Kwanta, disclosed this during a raid on the illegal mining site in the area. According to Mr. Kwanta,…
The University of Ilorin has urged its graduates, both undergraduate and postgraduate, to promptly collect their unclaimed certificates. In an internal memorandum dated 18 December, the institution stated that it had observed a significant backlog of uncollected certificates, which led to the latest directive. The University Registrar, M.A. Alfanla, has set a final deadline for…
According to multiple reports US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet was mistakenly shot down by the USS Gettysburg over the Red Sea in what military officials described as a rare “friendly fire” incident. Both pilots were said to have ejected safely and were recovered, with one sustaining minor injuries on Sunday, ITV reports. “The guided-missile cruiser USS…
In the early hours of Sunday, Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk cemented his dominance in the heavyweight division, defeating Britain’s Tyson Fury for the second time to retain his status as the undisputed champion. The bout, held at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, ended in a unanimous decision after 12 intense rounds, with all…
The Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Reverend Ignatius Kaigama, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of more than ten lives during a stampede at Holy Trinity Parish, Maitama, Abuja. The incident occurred during a food distribution exercise organized by the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Archbishop Kaigama, in a statement, extended his heartfelt…
Why Does Life Feel Hard? Many people often wonder why life seems so challenging. The feeling may arise from various factors, including family conflicts, social media bullying, work-related stress, financial issues, or health concerns. According to Asha Clark, a licensed professional counselor at Charlie Health, such struggles are common and can also be linked to…
Gender and sexuality are distinct aspects of human identity, each reflecting different dimensions of who we are as individuals. While gender pertains to one’s identity, sexuality relates to attraction. Defining Gender Gender encompasses the roles, expectations, and identities shaped by societal norms based on an individual’s assigned sex at birth. It includes behaviors, expressions,…
The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has expressed sorrow over the recent stampedes in Maitama, Abuja, and Okija, Anambra State, during food distribution events aimed at providing relief during the festive season. In a statement issued on Saturday by her media team, the minister described the tragic incidents as avoidable, noting that while…
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed a thorough investigation into recent stampedes linked to the distribution of palliatives and relief materials across the country during the festive season. The incidents have led to tragic losses in several states. In Ibadan, Oyo State, a children’s funfair on December 18, 2024, turned tragic when a…
By Damilola Adeleke The same old “Jingle bells! Jingle bells!! Jingle all the way!!!” is again uniting Christians and non-Christians in the ancient ritual of Christmas. Ordinarily, Christmas has become synonymous with happiness and family reunion. Kith and kin come together. Food and drinks flow in households and the grueling grind of the passing…
Three days after no fewer than 36 persons died in a stampede in Ibadan, Oyo State, many, including children, have died in similar incidents in Abuja and Anambra State while struggling for Christmas palliatives. The twin incidents, which happened, yesterday, left the nation shocked given that they came on the heels of the…
The biggest problem with resolutions is that they’re so negative,” observed Rikiat, a 43 year-old legal practitioners. “I will watch less TV” or “I will stop eating junk food” or “I work fewer hours.” While the root of these desires is perfectly worthy, the phrasing is all wrong. Telling yourself not to do something is…
The competition among stakeholders in the downstream sector has caused a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, better known as petrol, as report gained. Petrol, which sold at N1,020 per litre, dropped to N899 per litre after the Dangote Refinery in Lagos slashed the product’s price to N899.50k for marketers, last…
Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams says Yoruba race is yet to fulfil the race’s destiny because the race has failed to honour the deities and celebrate the ancestors. Adams gave the hint at the 2024 edition of the Ogun festival held at the Ikorodu Town Hall in Ikorodu, Lagos. The Yoruba generalissimo,…
In the vibrant city of Ibadan, known for its warmth and spirited community, a heart-wrenching tragedy has cast a shadow over the festive season. A victim of the tragedy, Mrs. Adijat Adewumi, affectionately known as Iya Ola, faces unimaginable grief after losing her two children in a stampede at the 2024 End of…
