Author: Khadijah Olowode

The Director General of NARSDA, Dr Halilu Ahmad Shabba has stated that collaboration on consistent capacity building between the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) and the National space Research and Development Agency (NARSDA) is key to personnel productivity and the successful operations of NCoS. Halilu said this during the opening ceremony of a five-day Geographic Information System (GIS) training for NCoS personnel at NARSDA office, Abuja Dr John Ayogu, who represented the DG, emphasised that NARSDA is an agency established to support other agencies in terms of pilot projects amongst others for national development Ayogu added that collaboration between NCoS could…

The Centre for Media and Peace Initiatives (CMPI) has called for massive awareness campaigns across the country to sensitize Nigerians on sustainable practices to arrest growing threats of climate change. CMPI is a nonprofit organisation that seeks to promote conflict-resolving media practices and ensure better policy around the world. The President of CMPI, Dr. Uchenna Ekwo, made the call at the African Youth Leaders Dialogue on Climate Change, organised by ECube, a non-governmental organisation, in collaboration with the CMPI and the United Nations on Monday in Abuja. Ekwo said the call has become imperative for community stakeholders to constantly engage…

A former Ogun East Senatorial aspirant, OmoOba Segun Senbanjo, at the weekend hosted friends and associates to celebrate the first Year Remembrance of the death of his late mother, Mrs Ibiyemi Olumide Craig. The Thanksgiving Service held at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina Lagos, on Sunday 16th July 2023, had in attendance, notable dignitaries at the church service and reception. Among the notable personalities are; Oba Otudeko; Otunba Alex Onabanjo; a former Minister of Trade and Industry, Niyi Adebayo; a former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN; Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Monetary Policies, Wale…

Ogun State Government has reiterated its determination towards ensuring a conducive and safe learning environment for students across the state, as it constituted a committee to conduct integrity tests on various school infrastructures. Speaking during the inspection of a collapsed building at Agbado District Comprehensive High School, Ifo, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, who led the team from the Education and Housing Ministries said the Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun had earlier directed that a formidable committee be put in place to cater for school maintenance and rehabilitation. Prof. Arigbabu said the…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has praised his wife, Bamidele for her continuous support and role in ensuring the successful implementation of his administration’s ISEYA programme. He said that her determination at ensuring his success as Governor of the state has helped in filling the gap as he serves the people. Prince Abiodun who made this known during the 57th birthday thanksgiving of his wife held at the Government House Chapel, Oke-Igbehin, Abeokuta, charged the congregation and the people of the state to deliberate and live a life that touches others. “I want to thank you for filling in…

At his weekend humanitarian and developmental visit to Gwoza, Borno State, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum on Sunday, 16 July, 2023, supervised the distribution of food items to over 13,000 households, most of whom were affected by the Boko Haram crisis. The distribution took place at the premises of the Palace of Emir of Gwoza, Shehu Idrissa Timta. Zulum travelled to Gwoza on Saturday, paid a surprise visit to the general hospital at midnight, and ordered immediate interventions. After passing the night, Zulum, the following day, Sunday, supervised the food distribution during which each of 13,000 households received one bag of…

Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd has been named Best Bank in Nigeria at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2023. This marks a record 12th time that Guaranty Trust Bank has been recognised as the leading financial institution in Nigeria. Announcing the award, Euromoney stated: “Nigeria’s Best Bank, Guaranty Trust Bank, has continued to do a good job of convincing investors that it is better placed than its key competitors to deal with the risks ahead—and perhaps to take advantage of opportunities in economic and policy transition.” Despite a difficult operating environment, the Bank continues to deliver exceptional results as the flagship…

The Head of European Union Delegation to Nigeria, Amb. Samuela Isopi has said that the recent report of its independent election observation mission will not affect the EU-Nigeria relations, insisting that there are already talks on improving the existing strong relations. Isopi disclosed this on Monday, 17 July, 2023 while briefing the media on 2023 Erasmus Scholarship Award programme to 135 Nigerians to study in various European countries. She said the report of the EU Election Observer Mission is an independent one which the host country is at liberty to accept or reject. She said presently EU leaders and Nigeria…

The European Union has offered postgraduate scholarships to 135 young Nigerians in top European universities, under its flagship educational programme, Erasmus+. At a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, 17 July, 2023, the Head of the EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms Samuela Isopi, said the figure places Nigeria on the number one spot among beneficiaries of the EU postgraduate scholarships in Africa in the past five years, and among the top five globally. In recent years, the EU has been ramping up support to the academia through the EU’s key funding programmes: Erasmus+ in the higher education sector,…

The Gubernatorial Candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Chief Uche Ben Odunzeh, has appointed Senator Jude Obianuju Iroegbu as the Director General (DG) of the ‘New Imo/Uche Ben Odunzeh Campaign Organization’. The appointment, effective immediately, was announced in a letter signed by Odunzeh, dated July 14th. Recognising Iroegbu’s extensive experience as a highly accomplished journalist, defence editor, security analyst, and multimedia consultant, the governorship candidate expressed confidence in his ability to effectively manage diverse assignments within and outside of political circles. Odunzeh anticipates that Senator Iroegbu will lead an impactful, message-driven campaign, ultimately leading the party to victory…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike The Federal Government on Monday,17 July, 2023 has officially confirmed the first case of anthrax in the country. A statement released by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development today, Monday, 17 July, 2023 signed by Dr. Columba T. Vakuru , Chief Veterinary Officer of Nigeria, said animals showing signs of a possible case of anthrax on a farm in Suleja, Niger State, were reported to the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer of Nigeria on July 14, 2023. “The case was in a multi-specie animal farm comprising of cattle, sheep and goats located at Gajiri,…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike At least 60 Constitutional and Human Rights lawyers on Monday, 17 July, 2023 at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory(FCT), Abuja, commenced a contempt charge against the Director General of the State Security Service(SSS), Yusuf Bichi . Their grudge is over alleged disobedience to multiple judgments and court orders, directing the release of the suspended Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele from custody of the agency. The contempt charge is seeking to commit the DSS Chief to prison in line with provisions of the law on violation of lawful order of a competent court. The lawyers…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike The National Secretary of All Progressives Congress, Senator Iyiola Omisore has been officially replaced with the Deputy National Secretary of the party, Festus Fuanter. Fuanter, who hails from Plateau State, officially assumes his new position as the acting National Secretary on Monday, 17 July, 2023. The new Acting National Chairman, Senator Abubakar Kyari, made the announcement on Monday, 17 July, 2023, shortly after the crucial meeting of the National Working Committee held at the party secretariat in Abuja. Addressing journalists, Kyari confirmed that both Omisore and the erstwhile National Chairman, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, are no longer part…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike Tesla founder and owner of Twitter, Elon Musk, has solidified his position as the world’s richest man, after his net worth jumped to $250.4 billion. The new figure represents an $11 billion increase in the last five days. Musk’s net worth had previously been pegged at $239 billion, based on data from the Forbes Billionaire Index, before it surged by a remarkable $107 billion in just seven months. The 52-year-old South African-born business magnate income streams primarily flow from his stakes in Tesla and his current ownership of Twitter, which he acquired for $44 billion in April…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has agreed a new five-year contract with the club, The Athletic reports. This new deal will see the 25-year-old become the fourth highest-paid player in the Premier League. Rashford’s previous deal saw him earn £250,000 per week, with his salary set to rise to £375,000 per week. It is a reward for an outstanding season in which he scored 30 goals in 56 games across all competitions. Only Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City and Mohamed Salah of Liverpool will earn more money than Rashford. Haaland is paid a…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike The duo of Pastor Segun Philip, 42, and Owolabi Adeeko, 23, have been sentenced to death by hanging by an Osun State High Court, sitting in Ikire, for killing Favour Daley-Oladele, a final year student of Lagos State University for ritual purposes. Justice Christiana Obadina while delivering judgement on the case in Ikire on Monday,17 July, 2023, also sentenced Bola Adeeko aged, 46 years, the mother of Owolabi, to two years jail term for eating human flesh. Owolabi and Favour met in LASU and were dating before the man invited her over to Ikoyi, Osun State, in…

The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Lagos State Area Unit has called on the administration of President Bola Tinubu to make as one of its priorities, a determination never to allow Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and other education unions to embark on strike again. The organisation made the call during the two-day MSSNLagos Annual Conference, which ended late Sunday, 16 July, 2023, at the Main Auditorium of the University of Lagos. During the conference, new executives were appointed to lead the organisation for the next three years. Those appointed were Kamoldeen Abiona was appointed as the Amir…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Abdullahi Adamu, tendered his resignation last night, Daily Trust reliably gathered. Credible sources confirmed to this paper that Adamu, who emerged as the National Chairman at the party’s national convention held in March 2022, has sent his resignation letter to the Presidential Villa, Abuja ahead of the return of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the African Union (AU) meeting in Kenya. One of the sources said Adamu, a former Governor of Nasarawa State, sent the resignation letter to the Chief of Staff of the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, around 4 pm…

The Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), Honourable Wahab Alawiye-King will resign from office any moment from now, thegazellenews.com has gathered. This medium gathered exclusively that the hardworking former member of the Lagos State House of Assembly will resign to take up a new appointment at the centre. Thegazellenews.com learnt exclusively that the Dean of SUBEB Chairmen in Nigeria has been appointed the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs and Strategy, Office of the First Lady. Sources close to the seat of power informed our correspondent that the well loved politician will resign very soon.…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike A 50-year-old woman, Ukamaka Udeugbo, is presently cooling-off in Anambra State Police Command cell for flogging and kicking her 75-year-old mother. The incident happened at Abagana, Njikoka Local Government Area of the state, where the suspect was captured on video beating her mother, whom she accused of defecating in the house. The video, which has been widely circulated on social media, has also drawn condemnation from many people. The State Police Command Spokesperson, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the arrest of Udeugbo and that she would undergo prosecution. “Operatives attached to Abagana Division have also rescued the aged…