Author: Khadijah Olowode

By: Moses Owopade, Accra The 48th Excellence Award of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana event was rated to be a unique gathering that brought together past and present sports administrators, legends and stars across the country together. Vice President of Ghana and flag bearer of New Patriotic Party in the December Presidential Election, Alhaji Dr Mamodu Bawumia was part of the very special guests at the event. In his speech, the Vice President commended the Association for sustaining the unity of the sports community in the country for close to five decades. He said he has always enjoyed the…

LASTMA On Rescue Operation + Photos Three people including two Okada passengers were crushed to death by a truck at Barracks bus stop inward Iyana Iba bus stop on Lagos-Badagry Expressway on Saturday, 13 January, 2024, in Lagos reports thegazellenews.com The two Okada passengers died instantly while the okada rider himself died at the hospital where he was rushed to. According to reports, the Okada was riding against traffic when it was rammed over by the truck driver who had lost control of his vehicle due to a bust rear tyre. Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) recovered…

Former Nigerian Military Head of State, General Ibrahim Babangida, has described the late Gani Fawehinmi as a good critic, saying he tried to make the human rights activist and lawyer his friend but couldn’t succeed. The ex-military leader made this known on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande aired on Channels Television on Friday, 12 January, 2024. “If we come up with a policy, my first question to my staff was: What would Gani Fawehinmi say? “I like listening to him. I made it a point to become his friend. He was very friendly with one of my former ministers, the…

A Marketing Communications/Alternative Security consultant with deep interest in politics and social re-engineering, Otunba Bestman Nze-Jumbo, President of TeamNigeria4Change has congratulated the Governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on the affirmation of his election victory by the Supreme Court. Otunba Bestman stated that the Supreme Court judgement did not come to him as a surprise considering the overwhelming performance of the Governor during his first term which earned him the mandate of the people for a second term. “Lagosians have thanked him for a wonderful first term performance, so they yearned for a repeat performance. Lagos is blessed at such…

By Tunde Rahman There couldn’t have been a better predictor of what to expect from President Bola Tinubu in 2024 than the way and manner he began the New Year. For the President, 2024 started on a business like, work-filled note. While many were still savouring the New Year, the Nigerian leader cut short his Christmas/New Year holiday in Lagos on January 1, returned to Abuja to sign the N28.7 trillion 2024 Appropriation Bill passed by the National Assembly. It was his first assignment in the New Year. The way he did it demonstrated the seriousness and patriotic commitment he…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of 11 new Chief Executive Officers for agencies under the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy. The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed this via a statement on Friday, 12 January, 2024. The new appointees and their portfolios are: Tola Akerele, Director-General, National Theatre; Dr. Shaibu Husseini, Director-General, National Films and Censors Board; Mr. Obi Asika, Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture; Aisha Adamu Augie, Director-General, Centre for Black and African Arts and Culture; Ekpolador-Ebi Koinyan, Chief Conservator, National War Museum; Ahmed Sodangi, Director-General, National Gallery of…

By Segun Ajiboye Since the passing of Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, former Governor of Ondo State, on Wednesday, 27 December, 2023, in a German hospital, so many things have both been said and written about the governor and his immediate family. His death in a German hospital did not come as a surprise to many, considering his long battle with illness. However, what is surprising is the level of disdain with which Aketi, as he was fondly called, is being treated in death even by those who would have sworn to take a bullet for him when he was alive. But surprisingly,…

The Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Cornelius Ojelabi, has congratulated Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat,on their victory at the Supreme Court on Friday, 12 January, 2024. He described the unanimous judgment by the Supreme Court as a further testimony of the court’s belief in employing credible judicial pronouncements and judgments to strengthen and entrench democracy in Lagos State and across the country. Ojelabi in a statement also congratulated the APC family and the people of Lagos at large on this long awaited victory. He thanked…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) welcomes, with equanimity, the Supreme Court decisions on election petitions challenging the outcome of 2023 governorship elections in eight states. In Lagos, Ebonyi and Cross River States, the Supreme Court upheld the election of Governorship Candidates of our great Party. However, the appeals on Kano, Zamfara, Bauchi, Plateau and Abia states were decided in favour of other political parties and their candidates. While the Apex Court’s decisions will undoubtedly elicit mixed reactions and reviews, the decisions are final and binding on all parties to the legal contests. The decisions today provide a strong affirmation of…

The Federal and Lagos State Governments have resolved the crisis of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) in Lagos State. The government has lifted the ban on the union. The resolution laid to rest the contentious issue of RTEAN leadership with the unanimous appointment of a new leadership for the union in Lagos State. In a letter signed by the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, to the Secretary General Trade Union Congress (TUC), Comrade Adeshina Teslim (aka Okolomo), has been appointed as the new Chairman of RTEAN in Lagos State with effect from January 1. According to…

Women To Get 50% of $200m Grants for MSME Start-ups The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has assured that the success and positive impact of the newly established National Philanthropic Office (NPO) is guaranteed under the Tinubu administration. According to him, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been a firm believer in giving back to society and as such, his enduring spirit of bettering the lot of the citizens is enough guarantee for the NPO to make a huge success and impact. Senator Shettima stated this on Friday, 12 January, 2024, during the inauguration of the Local Implementation Committee of the…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has suspended all administered programmes by the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). This was contained in a statement on Friday, 12 January, 2024, by the Director of Information in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen. According to the statement, the move is sequel to the ongoing investigation of alleged malfeasance in the management of the agency and its programmes. “All four programmes administered by NSIPA: N- Power Programme, Conditional Cash Transfer Programme, Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme and Home Grown School Feeding Programme have been suspended for a…

With a deep sense of gratitude to The Almighty, I welcome the verdict of the Supreme Court, which today revalidated the position of Lagosians who freely cast their ballots on March 18, 2023. The victory is not just for my deputy, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat; it is for the Rule of Law, our democracy and the entire people of Lagos State. Like I said in my acceptance speech after the results of the election were declared, there was no victor or vanquished. Our approach to governance since May 29, 2019 is a clear example of inclusive governance, which we believe in and stand. …

The Supreme Court on Friday, 12 January, 2024, affirmed the earlier verdict of the Appeal Court that Babajide Sanwo-Olu is the duly elected Governor of Lagos State. Justice Garba Lawal who read the lead judgment, dismissed the appeal filed by the Labour Party (LP) candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, who came second. Sanwo-Olu had earlier asked the Supreme Court to dismiss the appeals against his victory in the March 18, 2023 governorship election. Rhodes-Vivour, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Abdulazeez Adediran, had approached the Apex Court to challenge Sanwo-Olu’s victory in the election. The LP urged the Supreme Court…

The Supreme Court has overturned the ruling of the Appeal Court over the Governorship tussle in Kano State, reports thegazellenews.com Delivering judgement on Friday, 12 January, 2024, the Apex Court declared the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Abba Yusuf as the duly elected Governor of the state. In the lead judgement read by Justice John Okoro, the Supreme held that the Appeal Court was wrong in upholding the decision of the Election Petition Tribunal which stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Gawuna won the most lawful votes cast during the governorship election in the state. Details later

The Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Dr Muheebah Dankaka was never arrested by the police, this medium can revealed. An online medium had reported on Thursday that the FCC boss was arrested by the police. Fact checks on the report revealed that Dr Dankaka was never arrested by the police. This medium check at the FCC headquarters revealed that the Commission boss was at her desk performing her official duties. “I saw her in office and she was in office on Thursday, I can confirm that,” a staff of the Commission told our correspondent. This medium can also…

In a significant move towards youth empowerment, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Technical Vocational and Entrepreneurship Education, Madam Abiola Arogundade, has joined forces with Yikodeen and its CEO Mr. Yinka Atunde to unveil a transformative shoemaking and leather crafting training program. This Federal Government initiative is tailored to empower 100 young Nigerians through comprehensive technical and vocational education, focusing on the art of shoemaking and leather craftsmanship. The primary objective is to equip aspiring artisans with essential skills, covering everything from footwear design and prototyping to pattern grading, upper preparation, footwear production, and materials knowledge. Scheduled…

The indigenous People’s Forum of Eti Osa under the leadership of Mr Bayo Lawal has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing a son of the soil, Prince Anofiu Elegushi as Operation Commissioner in the National Hajj Commission (NAHCON). The Forum described Anofiu as having the discipline, knowledge, skills, and integrity to excel at his new post. “Congratulations! It’s a well-earned reward for all that you do,” the Forum said. The statement stated further that: “the appointment of Anofiu is akin to putting a round peg in a round hole. He fits perfectly for the job. “We thank President Tinubu…

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has issued a stern warning to transport unions, including the Road Transport Workers Union of Nigeria (NURTW), Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), and Clearance Agents Association, stating that government will impose severe penalties, including jail terms on those that violate load restriction laws in the state. Zulum served the warning in Maiduguri on Thursday during a meeting with the leadership of transport unions in the state at the council chamber of the Borno State Government House. The Governor emphasized the importance of adhering to load restrictions as mandated by government’s transportation regulations,…