Author: Olamide Obayemi

Shalom Nagar, the Israeli prison guard who carried out the 1962 execution of Adolf Eichmann, one of the chief architects of the Holocaust, has passed away ON Tuesday, 26 November, 2024 at the age of 86. Nagar, who by chance, and against his wishes, was selected to hang convicted Nazi war criminal Eichmann Nagar, who was 26 when carrying out the sentence, remained unknown for three decades after the execution that was performed at Ramle Prison in the early hours of June 1, 1962. Israeli authorities kept quiet on details of how the death sentence was carried out, with only…

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed off a Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), parish, hotels and other establishments across the state for alleged noise pollution. In a statement posted on its X handle on Thursday, 28 November, 2024, LASEPA said its operatives carried out the enforcement operation in Mushin, Amuwo Odofin, and Okota Isolo areas of the state. The agency noted that the operation underscores its commitment to fostering a healthier and more sustainable environment for all Lagosians. According to the agency, the establishments were shut down for failing to comply with environmental standards, despite prior…

Fear and palpable tension have enveloped Keke community, Kaduna Millennium City, following the abduction of a two-year-old child and three sisters. The victims are aged 2, 9, 12, and 15. The incident, thegazellenews.com gathered, occurred around 9:00 pm on Tuesday, 26 November, 2024 when their father was on a visit to their mother, who was admitted to the hospital with newly born twins. The father of the victims, Yunusa Sarkin Samarin Keke, said one of the children was an orphan under his care. “I was not at home when the incident occurred because I was visiting my wife who was taking care…

Sly Ezeokenwa is presently in a joyous mood as the Supreme Court of Nigeria affirmed him as the authentic national chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). The court, in a judgment on Wednesday, 27 November, 2024 also awarded a N20 million fine against Edozie Njoku for filing a frivolous suit at the FCT High Court, Bwari. Recall that a few days ago, the Federal High Court in Abuja barred Njoku from parading himself as the national chairman of the party. In a ruling, Justice James Omotosho held that there was no valid court judgment or order, including a…

Turkish Super Lig outfit, Trabzonspor have shown interest in signing for Boavista defender, Bruno Onyemaechi. Trabzonspor are keen to sign a new left-back when the transfer window reopens in January. Onyemaechi has been identified as a potential target by the Black Sea Storm. Turkish Super Lig outfit, Trabzonspor have lined up a move for Boavista defender, Bruno Onyemaechi. According to reports, Boavista are willing to sell the Nigeria international for around €2 million. The 25-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Black and Whites. The full-back joined Boavista from CD Feirense in 2022. He has scored once…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has relocated its headquarters to its new facility, which is being developed in phases in Jahi area of Abuja. The facility, which is the first phase of the national headquarters project expected to be completed with the 2025 budgetary provisions, was officially unveiled during an interdenominational service within the complex on Wednesday, 26 November, 2024. Speaking during the brief ceremony, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Agency, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) said the development represents a phase in the transformation and recalibration of NDLEA into a modern and result-oriented anti-narcotic Agency, a process…

President Bola Tinubu, accompanied by First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, arrived in Paris on Wednesday evening, 27 November, 2024, for a three-day State Visit to fortify Nigeria-France relations. Touching down at Orly Airport around 5:10 p.m., President Tinubu was welcomed with full military honours by the French Republican Guard, marking a ceremonial start to his visit. The official engagements will begin on Thursday, 28 November, 2024, at the historic Les Invalides, where French President, Emmanuel Macron; and First Lady, Brigitte Macron; will warmly receive President Tinubu. The visit will continue with a distinguished reception at the Palais de l’Élysée, honouring…

Federal Ministries of Power and Water Resources and Sanitation have taken a significant step towards sustainable development with the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the implementation of the World Bank Sustainable Power and Irrigation Project for Nigeria (SPIN) programme. The signing ceremony took place on Tuesday, 26 November, 2024, in Abuja, marking a collaborative effort to harness Nigeria’s abundant hydropower potential. Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu and his counterpart in Water Resources and Sanitation, Engineer Joseph Utsev, signed the MoU in the presence of senior government officials, development partners from the World Bank and other…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu is set to unveil the winner in the Every Home A Garden competition. She announced this after a final selection review was held in her office by members of Renewed Hope Initiative Governing Board, assisted by friends of RHI. “The objective of this competition has been achieved because people can now feed themselves and their neighbours, when we started this journey like almost a year ago, nobody would have believed us that it is possible. “However, as we can see, even from the State House garden, we know the possibility of what it could…

The Olubadan-in-Council, presided over by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Royal Majesty Owolabi Olakulehin, has declared the planned installation of an “Iyalode of Oyo State” by a group as illegal and not recognized under the law. The council, which included key members such as the Otun Olubadan, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja; Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Abimbola Ajibola; and other high-ranking traditional chiefs, emphasized that the title of Iyalode is deeply rooted in tradition and cannot be manipulated by groups for personal gain. The council stressed that the installation of an Iyalode must adhere to Oyo State Chiefs Law of…

The Board and Management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) express heartfelt appreciation to Nigerians for their support and excitement over the safe and successful restart of the 60,000 barrels-per-day Old Port Harcourt Refinery. This achievement marks a significant step forward after years of operational challenges and underperformance. We are, however, aware of unfounded claims by certain individuals suggesting that the refinery is not producing products. For clarity, the Old Port Harcourt Refinery is currently operating at 70% of its installed capacity, with plans to ramp up to 90%. The refinery is producing the following daily outputs:…

The President of Nigeria’s Senate, Godswill Akpabio has appealed to the Chinese government to increase aid flows to Africa and particularly to Nigeria. Akpabio made the appeal on Tuesday, 26 November, 2024 while playing host to a Chinese delegation led by the Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National Peoples Congress (NPC) of China, Zhang Qingwei. He described Qingwei’s first-ever visit to Africa as a historic occasion that resonated with promise and possibility. “While China’s trade relations with Africa have continued to grow, I want to seize the opportunity offered by your visit to call on the Chinese…

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, (NAHCON)on Tuesday, 26 November, 2024 in Abuja inaugurated a 32-man Screening/Aviation Monitoring Committee for 2025 Hajj air carriers and cargo conveyors as well as a six-man secretariat for the committee. This was even as the commission opened application forms for the Issuance of a Hajj licence for the airlift of the 2025 pilgrims from Nigeria. According to a statement issued by the NAHCON’s Assistant Director of Public Affairs, Fatima Sanda Usara, this sets the pace for a series of activities that will culminate in the selection of pilgrims’ air carriers as well as excess…

The Ogun State House of Assembly has confirmed receiving a correspondence from the State Governor, Dapo Abiodun indicating his intention to present the Year 2025 Appropriation bill before the State lawmakers on Friday 29 November, 2024 at 10.00am. The Speaker, Oludaisi Elemide, stated this while reading the Governor’s letter before the state lawmakers during the plenary at the Assembly Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta on Tuesday, 26 November, 2024. The letter reads, “I thank Mr Speaker and the Honourable members of the Ogun State House of Assembly, for the full cooperation we have continued to enjoy from the Hallowed Chambers. Your legislative…

President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on the successful revitalization of the Port Harcourt refinery, marked by the official commencement of petroleum product loading on Tuesday, 26 November, 2024. The President acknowledged the pivotal role of former President Muhammadu Buhari in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of all our refineries and expresses gratitude to the African Export-Import Bank for its confidence in financing this critical project. Furthermore, President Tinubu commended the leadership of NNPC Limited’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mele Kyari, whose unwavering dedication and commitment were instrumental in overcoming challenges…

The Port Harcourt Refinery has commenced processing crude oil production. The spokesperson of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Olufemi Soneye, disclosed this on Tuesday, 26 November, 2024 According to him, the refinery has kicked off with 60 percent capacity. He noted that the Refinery is processing 60,000 barrels per day of crude. The Port Harcourt refinery has a combined 250,000 barrels per day capacity. This comes after several failed commencement deadlines.

By Taiwo Abdel Jeleel Olasupo Today, we celebrate a remarkable individual, Hon. Wahab Alawiye-King, a visionary leader and a beacon of hope. As the Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs and Strategy to the esteemed First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Shade Tinubu CON, Hon. Alawiye-King has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to public service and the betterment of our nation. Beyond his official capacity, Hon. Alawiye-King is a true friend and a source of inspiration. His infectious enthusiasm, coupled with his sharp intellect, has made him an invaluable asset to our team. His unwavering dedication to transparency, accountability, and good governance…

A former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission again over alleged misappropriation of funds. Bello went to the office with his lawyers on Tuesday morning, following the Supreme Court judgment which dismissed states’ case on the constitutionality of the anti-graft agency. The former Governor drove himself in a black hilux to the EFCC office with his lawyers. At the last hearing on November 14, the EFCC had sought for adjournment till November 27 in the fresh case it instituted against Bello, saying that the 30 days window was still…

Wife of the sacked Director General of Equatorial Guinea’s National Financial Investigation Agency, ANIF, Baltasar Ebang Engonga, has been caught in extra-marital affairs. Video footage emerged of Engonga’s wife having sexual intercourse with another man. This was disclosed by popular social critic, Martins Ortse aka VeryDarkMan via an Instagram post on Saturday, 9 November, 2024. Sharing pictures of the Engonga’s wife from the video footage, VeryDarkMan said: “Just when I thought it was all over about this Equatorial Guinea man, the whole thing is getting more interesting. l just saw a video of his wife and another man, if you…

Nigeria’s Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has emerged as the sole candidate for the role of director-general at the World Trade Organisation (WTO). AdvertisementThe WTO said the former Nigerian finance minister agreed to a second term for the organisation’s top job. “Nominations for Director-General closed; Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala confirmed as sole candidate,” the WTO said in a Saturday, 9 November, 2024, statement. “Ambassador Petter Ølberg of Norway, Chair of the General Council, informed WTO members on 9 November that no further nominations for the position of Director-General had been received by the deadline of 8 November and that the incumbent Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, is…