Author: Khadijah Olowode

We wouldn’t have bothered to respond to the watery, evasive and sympathy seeking sinking candidate of the Social Democratic Party, who is dipping himself in the messy mud and and having an ignominious macabre dance on the sensibilities of Kogites and Nigerians as a whole. It is important to tell Nigerians and the world that Muritala Yakubu Ajaka, the said Governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party, is on a blisteringly shameful agenda of whipping sentiments, spreading falsehood with reckless abandon so as to put on himself, a garment of importance and create unnecessary air around himself as a contender…

Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has taken the state of federal projects in his state to the federal government, insisting that there is an urgent need for intervention. Buni made the call during a visited to the Secretary to the Federal Government, Sen. George Akume where he discussed areas of cooperation and intervention by the federal government. The Governor while highlighting the state of federal projects in the state and the urgent need for federal intervention, recalled that some federal roads were washed away by the floods last year. Other projects the Governor made appeal for include the…

Of the 21 military, paramilitary and other allied security agencies in the country, only five have persons from the North Central, Southeast and South-South as their Heads, a research analysis by PRNigeria has shown. They are the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Federal Fire Service (FFS), the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA), the Police Service Commission (PSC), and the Nigerian Navy. In fact, Rear Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, the newly appointed Chief of Naval Staff, CNS, is the only officer from the South East holding any leadership position among the military and security agencies operating in the country. But…

All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain and Secretary of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), Alhaji Mutiu Are has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his election as the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), reports thegazellenews.com. Alhaji Are while congratulating the President on his election via a statement issued on Tuesday, 11 July, 2023, described the election as confirmation and recognition of the President’s outstanding leadership attirbutes. “Your assumption of the position as Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) signifies a resolute recognition of your outstanding leadership attirbutes and profound influence within the West…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike Security Operatives of the Joint Task Force, Operation Delta Safe, in collaboration with Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited on Tuesday, 11 July, 2023 have set ablaze an intercepted massive vessel carrying barrels of stolen crude oil in the Escravos area of Delta State. The vessel, allegedly owned by a Nigerian registered company, was heading to Cameroon with the cargo onboard when it was apprehended at an offshore location with the captain and crew members onboard. According to the Executive Director of Operations and Technical at Tantita Security, Captain Warred Enisuoh and the Commander of the Joint Task…

As part of its efforts to tackle Nigeria’s fiscal crisis, the Federal Government is projecting to raise the country’s N15 trillion yearly revenue to N30 trillion by 2026. Special Adviser on Revenue to President Bola Tinubu, Zacchaeus Adedeji, stated this yesterday, while appearing as a guest on Channels TV programme, Politics Today. Adedeji, who offered an insight into what the fiscal policy of the Tinubu administration will look like, said that revenue generation will be based on sound economic policies and prosperity of the country. He listed some of the obstacles to efficient revenue collection in the country to include,…

The organisers of the Adron Estates Summer Games, Adron Homes and Property Limited, have announced the postponement of the maiden edition of its Adron Children’s Summer Games. According to a release made available by the Games’ Consultant, Engr. Waidi Akanni, CEO of Match International Limited, the organisers confirmed that after a meeting with the Group Managing Director of Adron Homes and Property Limited, Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing, it was decided to reschedule the games originally slated to hold August 19, 2023, at the newly constructed Olori Aderonke EmmanuelKing Recreational Park, due to technical and logistical reasons. The inaugural Adron Estates Summer…

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has appointed Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola popularly called Yayi as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, reports thegazellenews.com. To assist Senator Yayi is Senator Ali Ndume. Senator Akpabio announced this at plenary on Tuesday, 11 July, 2023. Below are some of the Committees announced by the Senate President as at the time of going to press: 1. Senate Committee on Selection: Sen. Godswill Akpabio – Chairman Sen. Jibrin Barau – Vice Chairman Sen. Michael Opeyemi Bamidele – Member Sen. Mohammed Ali Ndume – Member Sen. David Umahi – Member Sen. Oyelola Ashiru…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu OON, CON has congratulated Asisat Oshoala, Nigerian forward and Barcelona Femeni striker, as she receives a well-deserved nomination for the prestigious 2023 Ballon d’Or Award. In a press statement signed by the Media Office of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, while acknowledging Oshoala’s contributions to the world of football, both in Nigeria, and in her current professional career in Spain, expressed immense pride in her achievements. The First Lady extolled Oshoala’s talents and dedication, which have contributed to making the game more appealing. “Her Excellency prays that this year, once again, Asisat Oshoala…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike AfroBasket champion, Oderah Chidom has announced resignation from the Nigeria Women’s basketball team D’Tigress, thegazellenews.com reports. The 28-year-old explained that a “lack of professionalism” from the Nigeria Basketball Federation as the reason for her action. Chidom, who made the announcement via her Twitter handle on Monday, 10 July, 2023, expressed his sadness that she will no longer play for the national team again. “It saddens me to announce that I will no longer play for the Nigerian National Team.” In a video attached to her tweet, Chidom said, “Of course, I will love to continue to play for something that…

Following the emergence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), at the just concluded 63rd Ordinary Session, that took in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, respectable constitutional lawyer, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, OON has congratulated President Tinubu on the achievement, describing him ‘Mr. Nigeria’. Ajulo, in a statement made available by his aide, Wole Adepoju, described the development as a major occurrence that has returned Nigeria to its natural status of leadership in West African sub-region and African continent. He added that the development is…

By Abimboola Ogunnaike The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Olurermi Tinubu, has denied reports that she closed the Aso Rock Chapel, thegazellenews.com reports. Recall that reports had emerged over the weekend that Remi ordered the closure of the chapel because some members of the congregation did not support her husband. Reacting in a statement issued by her aide, Busola Kukoyi, the Wife of the President said the chapel is open and holds weekly fellowship, just as she also added that President Tinubu is yet to appoint a Chaplain for the chapel. ”We wish to state categorically that this is a fabrication and…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service on Monday, 10 July, 2023 released its mid-year report indicating that 42 people died in various fire incidents while over N14.62 billion worth of properties were lost. Within the same period under review, the agency rescued a total of 177 victims while N87.72 billion worth of properties were saved. The Director of the agency, Adeseye Margaret Abimbola in her mid-year activity report revealed that the agency is the first and major responder to emergency/disaster in the state; the task which she noted it has remained committed to. According to Abimbola,…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike Double Olympic 800m champion Caster Semenya on Tuesday, 11 July, 2023, won her appeal to the European Court of Human Rights to challenge whether her rights had been infringed in terms of requiring women with high testosterone to reduce those levels through drugs. South African Semenya, 32, who is classed as having “differences in sexual development”, has refused to take testosterone-lowering medication as mandated by the sport’s international federation, World Athletics, if she wants to compete at her favoured distance. In its ruling, the Strasbourg-based ECHR “found in particular that the applicant had not been afforded sufficient…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike Controversial street hop singer Habeeb Okikiola, a.k.a Portable, has threatened to beat colleague, Seyi Vibez to a stupor and break his teeth. The tussle between two street hop musicians escalated hours ago after Seyi Vibez mocked Portable and Zinoleesky at his show, claiming they had copied him. Responding to him in a video on his Instagram page, Portable accused Seyi of wearing fake grillz teeth and vowed to beat him mercilessly if he ever catches him. “If I punch you with three to four blows, you will have a gap tooth with the nonsense tooth you bought.…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Adamu, has confirmed that the Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, is hospitalized and he is in a state of “extreme incapacity”. Adamu revealed this on Monday, 10July, 2023 in Abuja during a meeting with APC chairmen across the country. Thegazellenews.com recalls that on June 7, Akeredolu embarked on a 21-day leave and was expected to return on July 6. However, the governor wrote to the Ondo State House of Assembly, extending his medical leave. “We regret to announce the extreme incapacity of the Governor of Ondo…

By Abimbola Ogunnaike President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Tuesday, 11 July, 2023, has asked the Senate to confirm the appointment of new service chiefs, thegazellenews.com reports. The request is contained in a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and read during Tuesday’s plenary session. Tinubu said the confirmation request was in line with the Act establishing the Armed Forces. President Tinubu had, last month, appointed Christopher Musa, a Major General, as the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Taoreed Lagbaja, a Major General, as Chief of Army Staff. Tinubu also appointed Emmanuel Ogalla, a Rear Admiral, as Chief of Naval…

The Lagos State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress(APC), Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, on Monday, 10 July, 2023 commiserated with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and the families of those who lost their lives in an auto-crash that occurred on Sunday, 9 July, 2023 in Badagry. This is contained in a statement issued by the Media Aide to the Chairman, Omobola Akingbehin and released to the press. The Chairman prayed that God grant eternal rest to the deceased and comfort the families and relatives left behind by them due to the unfortunate incident. He said that the Badagry auto-crash that…

Former Deputy Governor of Lagos State and ex-Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire has condoled with the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the demise of the immediate past Chairman of Ikotun-Igando Local Council Development Area, Mrs Morenike Williams and party leader in Alimoso Local Government, Pa Fayemi. Princess Orelope-Adefulire also condoled families of the deceased persons describing their death as big losses not only to their families but also to the Progressives family and the party at large. Both Mrs Williams popularly called Mama Willy, and Pa…

The Ondo State House of Assembly has approved an extension of the medical leave of the state Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. No date was fixed for the resumption of office for Governor in the new extension. Governor Akeredolu last month began medical leave and said he would resume duties on July 7. The new extension, according to Speaker Olamide Oladiji, was based on the doctor’s advice on the need for the Governor to take adequate rest after recuperating. Oladiji said Governor Akeredolu forwarded the letter of extension on medical leave in line with Section 190 of the Constitution of the Federal…