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BREAKING: FG moves to reunite Dangote with regulators
The Federal Government has weighed into the rift between Africa’s wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). Daily Trust reports that Dangote has been having issues with the government over his refinery project in Lagos. He had earlier narrated how a cabal was blocking his moves to import
Ondo Varsity Student gunned down at Hostel
An undergraduate student of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (AAUA) in Ondo state has been shot dead. The deceased simply identified as Emmanuel was a 300-level Linguistics student who resided in one of the off-campus hostels of the university. Although the motive of the attack was not known as of press time, it might be
Hardship: Anglican Bishop calls for peace amid planned protest
The Anglican Bishop of the Diocese of Lagos West, Dr. James Odedeji, on Monday called for peace ahead of planned protests over the biting economic crisis and hardship in Nigeria. Daily Trust reports that some Nigerian youths are planning nationwide protests beginning from August 1-10, 2024, to express their displeasure over the economic crisis. The
Over-nutrition contributing to diabetes, hypertension in Nigeria –Health minister
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, has warned that under-nutrition and over-nutrition are putting the lives of Nigerian children and adults at risk, hence the need for concerted efforts to tackle the menace. He made the call while speaking at the inauguration of the National Legislative Network on Nutrition
Shun ‘tokunbo’ tyres, Nigeria Customs urges motorists
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Area Command, has urged Nigerians to refrain from the use of second-hand tyres, popularly known as ‘tokunbo tyres’, in order to stem the incessant cases of road crashes. The command’s Comptroller, Mr James Ojo, gave the advice while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in
Abducted corps members, others rescued in Ondo
The Police Command in Ondo State says its operatives have rescued the travellers abducted by bandits along Omi Alafa road in Ifon, Ose Local Government Area of the state. Five of the travellers including members of the National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) were among the kidnap victims rescued by the police. In a statement on
UniAbuja ASUU suspends 82-day-old strike
The University of Abuja branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its 82-day-old strike. The strike was suspended on Monday after the newly inaugurated council waded into the disagreement between the union and the university management. The Chairman UniAbuja ASUU, Dr Sylvester Ugoh, disclosed this to journalists during a briefing after
Some Northern politicians promoting ‘pull him down’ syndrome – Gov Sani
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has expressed dismay that despite the development indices, some policians in the North are still promoting toxic politics and “pull him down” syndrome. The governor observed that some Northerners indulged in endless blame games, devoid of attempts at soul-searching or introspection. Governor Uba made the comment in his speech
Another Chibok girl rescued with two children
The joint task force in the Northeast, Operation Hadin Kai, has rescued another Chibok girl from Sambisa Forest in Borno State. Theatre Commander, Maj General Waheed Shuaibu, made this known while handing her and her two children over to the Borno State Government at Maimalari Cantonment in Maiduguri on Monday. Prison escapee who Masterminded General’s
Tinubu Appoints Obafunwa, ex-LASU VC as DG Medical Research Institute
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Professor John Oladapo Obafunwa as the Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR). Professor Obafunwa succeeds Professor Babatunde Salako, whose tenure expires on July 23, 2024. Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity in a statement said the appointment of Obafunwa
‘Dialogue with them’ – Ajaero advises Tinubu on how to avert proposed protest
President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, has advised President Bola Tinubu to dialogue with the leadership of the groups planning to stage protests over the prevailing hardship in the country for talks, as it is their right to protest if they so wish. Ajaero, in a statement he crafted personally and sent to
‘Dialogue with them’ – Ajaero advises Tinubu on how to avert proposed protest
Government must ensure compliance with gender quotas – Oluremi Tinubu
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has said that there is a critical need to address and overcome the persistent gender disparities in the nation’s political systems. This was even as she commended the House of Representatives for initiating and passing for second reading, the bill seeking 70 out of the 360 legislative seats for women
Government must ensure compliance with gender quotas – Oluremi Tinubu
Transfer: ‘They’ll bring competition’ – Mikael Silvestre names two players Arsenal should sign
Former Arsenal defender, Mikael Silvestre has urged the Gunners to sign Real Sociedad’s Mikel Merino and Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sane this summer transfer window. Silvestre believes the duo would be a good addition to Arsenal, adding that they would bring competition to Mikel Arteta’s squad. He told Bettingexpert: “Sane will bring quality and competition for
Transfer: ‘They’ll bring competition’ – Mikael Silvestre names two players Arsenal should sign
US election: It’s time to beat Trump – Nancy Pelosi endorses Kamala Harris
Former Speaker of the United States House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to emerge as the Democratic presidential candidate. This was as Pelosi disclosed that it was time for the Democrats to unite and defeat former President Donald Trump of the Republican Party. Posting on X, Pelosi wrote: “Today I
US election: It’s time to beat Trump – Nancy Pelosi endorses Kamala Harris
Ogun communities receive N206m for infrastructure
The Ogun State Community and Social Development Agency, OGCSDA, has disbursed N206 million to 23 communities for the implementation of basic social infrastructure. The communities cut across 17 local governments, including Kajola in Ewekoro, Opo in Ifo, Soseri and Ajebo town in Obafemi Owode, Itesi Ajabe in Odeda, Odo Otu and Idomila in Ijebu North
Ogun communities receive N206m for infrastructure
Anti-government protest: Pat Utomi vows to sue Onanuga for N500bn
A renowned political economist, Prof. Pat Utomi, has threatened a N500 billion lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, over an allegation against him. DAILY POST recalls that Onanuga, in a post on his X account on Saturday, accused the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi and
Anti-government protest: Pat Utomi vows to sue Onanuga for N500bn
Ballon d’Or: He does everything – Rico Lewis names player who must win award
Manchester City star, Rico Lewis, has given reasons as to why his teammate Rodri must win the 2024 Ballon d’Or award. Rodri has emerged as one of the favourites to win the most prestigious individual award in football following his performance at the just concluded Euro 2024 championship in Germany. He was named the Player
Ballon d’Or: He does everything – Rico Lewis names player who must win award
Council worker caught sleeping with teenage daughter in Ekiti
A forty-five-year-old man, Taiwo Ojo of Ojido Street, Ado Ekiti has been arrested by the police for allegedly having intercourse with his thirteen-year-old daughter. The suspect who is a council worker was arrested after a tip-off by some members of his community who observed the immoral act. Our Correspondents gathered that the suspect began to
Council worker caught sleeping with teenage daughter in Ekiti
Transfer: Osimhen’s move to PSG in danger
Victor Osimhen’s move from Napoli to Paris Saint-Germain is in jeopardy. This follows the latest round of negotiations between the two clubs, according to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano. According to Romano, PSG saw their attempt to include Kang-in Lee rejected by the Serie A champions. He tweeted: “Negotiations between PSG and Napoli for Osimhen,
Transfer: Osimhen’s move to PSG in danger
Advancing CCS at Olu Tee Engineering Limited, an initiative of Titilola Shawana
As concerns about climate change and environmental sustainability grow, innovative solutions are becoming crucial to mitigate the impacts of industrial activities. One such groundbreaking initiative is Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), a project spearheaded by the Director of Operations at Olu Tee Engineering Limited. This article aims to demystify CCS, explaining what it is, how
Advancing CCS at Olu Tee Engineering Limited, an initiative of Titilola Shawana
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