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Philip Shaibu: How I helped Obaseki when he wasn’t known politically
Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has described the refusal of Governor Godwin Obaseki to support his candidature in the upcoming 2024 governorship election as betrayal. Speaking during an interview with Arise TV, Shaibu said he was persuaded to be the deputy governor to Obaseki, adding that he added value to the government in
MacArthur Foundation offers $15m grant to ABU
Dr. Kole Shettima, Director, MacArthur Foundation Africa, has said the foundation offered over $15 million support to Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, to enhance learning and research for national development The Director made this known while presenting ABU’s Diamond Jubilee Public Lecture titled `the Challenges of Quality High Education in Africa’. Shettima said the foundation
Unemployment will worsen this year – UN
The United Nations has stated that the global unemployment rate will increase slightly in 2024. International Labour Organization (ILO), a United Nations agency, announced this on Wednesday as it expressed concern over slow productivity, growing inequality, and inflation eroding disposable income. It highlighted that the economic recovery from the Covid-19 outbreak had slowed down, with persisting
Tiwa Savage makes Nollywood debut
A new movie featuring Nigeria’s leading female music superstar, Tiwa Savage, is set to debut on Amazon Prime Video this year. Titled ‘Water and Garri,’ the movie is a production of Everything Savage and Unbound Studios which would see the debut of the award-winning star. Directed by Meji Alabi, Water and Garri is the latest
Civilian toll in Gaza far too high, US tells Israel
Top US diplomat Antony Blinken has told Israel the toll on Gazan civilians caused by its war against Hamas was “far too high”, urging his ally to alleviate their suffering. More than three months into the deadliest-ever Gaza war, Blinken met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv on his fourth round of Middle
In One Week, Tinubu Achieved What Will Take Buhari A Year – Omokri
Former Presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has commended President Bola Tinubu over his major decisions for the country’s affairs in the past week. Omokri lauded Tinubu for suspending the embattled Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, over the N585 million scandal involving her with a private account owned by one Oniyelu Bridget.
Ex-Minister Agunloye remanded In Prison over $6bn Mambilla Scandal
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, the nation’s capital, has ordered that the former minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, be remanded in Kuje prison pending the perfection of his bail conditions. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had arraigned Agunloye over allegations of fraud to the tune of $6 billion in
I’m not satisfied with police investigation on Mohbad’s death – Father
Joseph Aloba, the father of the late Afrobeat singer, Ilerioluwa Promise Aloba well known as Mohbad, says he is not satisfied with the police investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding his son’s untimely death. Joseph said this in an exclusive interview with Trust TV on Wednesday, appealing to the government to intensify effort on the
PHOTOS: Super Eagles land in Abidjan for 2023 AFCON
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have landed in Abidjan ahead of the 2023 African Cup of Nations. Here are some pictures that capture their arrival:
Lagos DPO removed over unlawful detention of Lawyer
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Adegoke Fayoade, has ordered the immediate removal of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Gowon Estate Police Station, CSP Augustine Arase, over an unlawful detention of a lawyer. The DPO had on December 30, 2023, ordered the detention of Barrister Olumide Sonupe, while he was at the
‘Being single, childless, 30s terrible’ – DJ Cuppy
Nigerian disc jockey Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has lamented that singlehood is taking a toll on her. The 31-year-old described being a single and childless woman in her 30s as “terrible.” On her X handle on Wednesday, she wrote: “Being a single, childless woman in her 30’s is terrible… All I ever
‘Being single, childless, 30s terrible’ – DJ Cuppy
‘No NIN, no mobilisation’ — NYSC tells prospective corps members
The National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, has declared that all eligible prospective corps members are expected to register for mobilisation with their National Identification Numbers, NIN, starting with the 2024 mobilisation exercise. This was part of the deliberations during the meeting between NYSC Management, led by its Director General, Brigadier General Y.D. Ahmed, and the
‘No NIN, no mobilisation’ — NYSC tells prospective corps members
EFCC grills 8 suspected oil thieves in Port Harcourt
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have commenced investigations into the activities of eight suspected oil thieves in Port Harcourt. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale said this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. According to Oyewale, investigations are coming on the heels of the handover of the suspects to EFCC by the
EFCC grills 8 suspected oil thieves in Port Harcourt
EPL: Smith Rowe identifies ‘big leader’ in Arsenal squad
Arsenal star Emile Smith Rowe has identified Declan Rice as a ‘big leader’ in the Gunners squad. Rice has been impressive since joining Arsenal from West Ham United last summer. The England international has scored three goals and provided two assists in 29 games across competitions for Mike Arteta’s side. Speaking recently to the club’s
EPL: Smith Rowe identifies ‘big leader’ in Arsenal squad
Communication Minister Bosun commends Nasarawa State for waiving RoW charges
The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has commended Nasarawa State for taking a bold step in waiving Right of Way, RoW, charges for telecommunication operators. DAILY POST reports that Nasarawa State, situated in the North Central region of Nigeria, has eliminated RoW costs for the construction, placement, laying, and maintenance
Communication Minister Bosun commends Nasarawa State for waiving RoW charges
Umo seeks Tinubu’s support to revamp Ibom seaport, oil palm projects
Governor Umo Eno visited the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday, where he sought President Bola Tinubu’s support towards the completion of the moribund Ibom Deep Sea Port and oil palm projects in Akwa Ibom State. Fielding questions from newsmen shortly after the brief meeting, Governor Eno described Tinubu as a businessman, hence his decision
Umo seeks Tinubu’s support to revamp Ibom seaport, oil palm projects
EPL: Martial rejects Man Utd exit, to leave as free agent
Manchester United striker Anthony Martial wants to stay in the Premier League until the summer. According to Sky Sports, the Frenchman is not interested in a move away from Old Trafford this month. Martial has turned down interest from Marseille, Fenerbahce and the Saudi Arabian Premier League. He is keen to stay and fight for
EPL: Martial rejects Man Utd exit, to leave as free agent
Kogi guber poll: APC vows to punish members over anti-party activities
The Kogi State chapter of the All Progressive Congress, APC, has reiterated its resolve to punish all members who worked against the success of the party in the November 11, 2023, governorship election. The party also assured that all loyal members who staked their lives for the party had nothing to worry about as they
Kogi guber poll: APC vows to punish members over anti-party activities
‘Why younger men fancy me’ — BBNaija’s Uriel
Big Brother Naija reality show star Uriel Oputa has revealed that she often gets approached by younger men. The 35-year-old singer said this is because people find it difficult to believe her age due to her physique. She said she has always been sceptical about accepting such relationship proposals because of the age difference. Speaking
‘Why younger men fancy me’ — BBNaija’s Uriel
NNPCL announces N2.5trn profit
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited says it made a profit of N2.548 trillion in 2022. The oil giant disclosed this on Tuesday, describing it as the highest profit since inception. The new profit margin figure tripled the amount recorded by the oil firm in 2021, growing to N674.1 billion. It said this was “assurance,”
NNPCL announces N2.5trn profit
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