Author: Olamide Obayemi

Alula Okposo, daughter of late legendary gospel artiste, Sammie Okposo is set to walk down the aisle with her beau, Tim Richer, who is also an artiste.  According to information dropped by Alula on her social media page today, Thursday, 5 October, 2023, the wedding will hold on November 25. The date coincides with the first anniversary of the death of her late dad who died on November 25, 2022). Late Sammie had Alula with Gloria Ibru long before he married his wife, Ozzy Okposo in 2010. “Good morning people, I come bearing great news. I’m getting married. God has…

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Thursday, 5 October, 2023, led policy direction talks with top officials to guide government’s ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) as different stakeholders commence preparations for the 2024 budget. This is coming ahead of the citizens’ budget engagements, which are due to begin shortly. The Governor said the budget will prioritise the completion of the ongoing capital projects and inauguration of same to improve living standards and create more jobs for the people of the state, as well as on social protection to support the vulnerable. He also said that the government will continue to…

Newly appointed Acting Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Mr.Zachaeus Adedeji has said the administration is counting on the growth of the solid minerals sector to boost the economy. Speaking on a courtesy visit to the Minister of Solid Minerals, Dr. Oladele Alake on Thursday, 5 October, 2023, in Abuja, Adedeji said the highest taxable limit is 18 per cent of the Gross Domestic Product and the country’s declining oil and gas sector contributes 78 percent. He said this makes solid minerals the sector that can rescue the economy. Earlier in his remarks, Adedeji stated that the country’s solid…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, National Judicial Institute, NJI and other stakeholders in the anti-graft war, have called for a robust, globally-acceptable legislation to tackle the issue of unexplained wealth in Nigeria. This call came out of a Communique issued on Thursday, 5 October, 2023 at the end of the 5th EFCC-NJI Capacity Building Workshop for Justices and Judges at the NJI, Jabi, Abuja. According to the Communique, “there is an urgent need to enact legislation to address the issue of possession of unexplained wealth or assets”. A Speaker at the 7th Session of the Workshop, Mr. Wahab Shittu, SAN,…

Better days are coming for practitioners in the creative sector with the proposed development of African Film City in Epe, Lagos State. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, 5 October, 2023, disclosed that ground breaking for the $100 million project will be done in coming weeks to enhance originality in content creation in Nollywood – Nigeria film industry. Sanwo-Olu made the announcement at the 12th African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) press briefing held at the Banquet Hall, Lagos House in Marina. The news excited veteran filmmakers, movie producers, Nollywood actors and celebrities who attended the briefing organised at the instance of…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has charged online publishers to promote positive reports on Nigeria on social media, saying it is crucial to the Socio-Economic growth and development of the country. The Minister stated this while addressing members of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) during its 7th Annual Conference with the theme: Roadmap for socio-economic recovery and sustainability, on Thursday 5th October 2023 in Abuja. He explained that one strategic component of the roadmap for socio-economic recovery and sustainability should be the projection of the country in a good light, adding that by so…

It was fun and excitement as the maiden edition of the 1XBET Cup Kicked off Tuesday at the Nitel Training ground venue of the DBI Conference. In the first game of the competition, a Group A clash, Capital Avalanche and Cheche Stars played out a 1-1 draw, while in the second match of the day, Fackson FC thrashed Soccer Touch 3-1 to lead the group in the round-phase of the competition. An excited Alex Kanu, who captained and also scored the equalising goal for Cheche Stars, expressed his gratitude to 1XBET, for sponsoring the competition. He stated that it would…

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has urged the indigenous oil operators to comply with the Nigerian Content Act so as to make the industry robust for all stakeholders. The Executive Secretary (ES), Engr. Simbi Wabote, gave this charge at breakfast meeting with members of Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) in Abuja, Tuesday, 3 October, 2023. He lamented the increasing number of the indigenous operators who seem to be working across purpose with the board’s Act by non-compliance. According to Wabote, the NCDMB Act enables the board to protect indigenous producers especially in the oil and gas…

The Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, has ordered immediate closure of Ladipo Market, Mushin, for several environmental offences including, reckless waste disposal, unhygienic premises, and non payment of waste bills, among others He said the market would remain closed until the mandatory conditions of redress were met by traders and market stakeholders, adding that it was part of ongoing efforts at instilling compliance in markets around the state. Speaking on the development, Wahab underscored the critical importance of environmental hygiene in markets, noting that, “It is imperative that markets in the state adhere…

By Desmond Utomwen Introduction Service to humanity is the highest calling, and Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire has embodied the commitment throughout her remarkable journey over the last 64 years. Her tireless commitment, particularly to sustainable development, resonates with the wisdom of renowned American philosopher, educator and psychologist, William James, a notable philosopher, who wrote: ‘The greatest use of life is to spend it on something that will outlast it.’ – As Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire celebrates her 64th birthday, her life and achievements become the mirror that captures the testament to the remarkable impact an individual can make on their nation and…

The Chief Consultant on Media to Governor Dapo Abiodun, Mr Kayode Akinmade, has urged social commentators and other critical stakeholders to always get their facts right before making comments on issues concerning the State. He explained that the trend and pattern of commentary on recent issues at the front burner of discourse in the State were majorly based on vague understanding and incomplete information, resulting in blunders and fallacies, especially on the false allegation made by the impeached Chairman of Ijebu East at Government, Wale Adedayo, against the Governor over diversion of local government allocations. Akinmade insisted that Adedayo must…

In a bid to support information technology revolution that would, in turn, extend the reach of economic and social interactions as well as enhance productivity growth in Nigeria, the Federal Government and ALAT have launched Skillnovation Programme. The initiative will provide over three million Nigerians with essential digital skills required to succeed in the global economy. Speaking during the launch of the programme at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Friday, 29 September, 2023, the Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima, described the Skillnovation as a “transformative initiative” that “ushers in a new era of digital empowerment for”…

As the nation marks her 63rd Independence Anniversary, 3,000 personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have been deployed in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja to provide security and protection for citizens and all critical infrastructures. The deployment was made on Friday by the FCT Commandant of the NSCDC, Olusola Odumosu, who assured residents of a hitch free 63rd Independence Anniversary Celebration devoid of any untoward situation throughout the period of the celebration and beyond. Odumosu, in a signed statement by spokesperson of the Command, Comfort Okomanyi, stated that all strategic departments and units in the Command…

By Laolu Akande, New York As the United Nations General Assembly High-Level week proceeded last week, the idea of Africa as the next business frontier of the world resounded with glaring ardour. Even the very fact that New York where all of the world’s attention is turned to about this time every year is led by an African American is symbolic. And that the United Nations which is the host has a Deputy Secretary-General who is an African woman is also especially significant. Besides the speeches of many African leaders at the ongoing General Debate that opened last week Tuesday,…

The commitment of the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun in Ogun State to ensure the preservation of the Rule of Law, battle corruption and, protect the tenets of democracy in the country has again been reiterated. According to a top functionary of the government, apart from prioritising the welfare of the people, the administration is working hard to deepen the people’s beliefs in the nations democratic process. Kayode Akinmade, a Chief Consultant on Media to the Governor, who spoke while answering questions on a television programme on Friday, 29 September, 2023, said as a law abiding leader, the Governor has…

Twenty-one pro-democracy organizations have petitioned the Nigerian Senate, accusing a former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel of plotting to destabilise the state. The groups said Daniel, who is the Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District is creating tension in the Gateway State by his incessant attacks on the state government and Governor Dapo Abiodun. Speaking on behalf of the groups after submitting the petition in Abuja on Friday, 29 September, 2023, Comrade Johnson Okuwatobi said the Senate must call Otunba Daniel to order. He noted that Ogun State has been peaceful, devoid of any political gangsterism until recently.…

The Chairman Lagos Street Soccer championship committee, Mr. Bolaji Yusuf, has announced a new kick-off date for the eagerly anticipated Season 8 of Lagos Street Soccer championship. According to Yusuf, October 15, 2023 is the new kick-off date which is to allow for putting finishing touches to the preparations. The opening ceremony and official kick-off of the 5-a-side football championship will be held at Obele Odan Playing Ground, Surulere, Lagos after Surulere Local Government won the hosting right for the tournament’s opening games. According to Yusuf “The kick off has been rescheduled due to various renovation stages being completed at…

The Office of the President of the Senate wishes to alert the public on the existence of Parody X Handles purported to belong to Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio, the President of the Senate. The offending Parody X Handles are bearing “Senate President Godswill Akpabio @ oficialGAkpabio” with various messages on the proceedings of the Senate President Godswill Akpabio at plenary sessions. For clarity, the verified X Handles of the President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio are “President of the Senate @SPNigeria…Official account of the office of the President of the Senate, Federal Republic of Nigeria” and @Senator_Akpabio, which is…

Scores of Kogi indigenes, on Friday night, 29 September, 2023, called on President Bola Tinubu and Governor Yahaya Bello to immediately put machineries in motion to curtail the excesses of thugs allegedly loyal to the Governorship Candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the state, Muritala Yakubu, accusing them of being behind the gruesome killing of a supporter of the All Progressives Congress in Kotonkarfe and many cases of violence recorded lately in the state. The over 5000 indigenes, under the auspices of Kogi for Kogites Movement, whose members are drawn from all the 21 Local Government Areas of…

Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has urged owners of restaurants, hotels, and event centres operating in the state to contribute to the state’s development by prioritizing the monthly collection and remittance of a 5% consumption tax on all consumables and personal services. The State on June 22, 2009, enacted the Hotel Occupancy and Restaurant Consumption Law of Lagos State otherwise called Hotel Consumption Law, which imposes consumption tax at 5% on the value of goods and services consumed in hotels, restaurants and event centers within the state. The tax base is the total cost of facilities, consumables or personal…