Author: Abimbola Ogunnaike

Former Super Eagles forward, Nwankwo Kanu, has endorsed Ademola Lookman to be crowned the next Africa’s best player, just as he also gave reasons why Atalanta of Italy mercurial forward deserved to bag the award. The 2024 CAF Awards will hold in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday, 16 December, 2024 Lookman is in the running for the prestigious award along with nine other players including his Super Eagles teammate, William Troost-Ekong. Former Super Eagles forward, Nwankwo Kanu, has endorsed Ademola Lookman to be crowned the next Africa’s best player. The 2024 CAF Awards will hold in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday, December 16. Lookman…

The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, has called on Nigerians to hold the Federal, State, and Local Governments accountable for improving the quality of healthcare and basic services. Pate made this statement on Wednesday, 6 November, 2024 in Abuja at the ongoing three-day Nigeria Health Sector-Wide Joint Annual Review, themed “It’s for All of Us: Accelerating Our Health Sector Reforms Together.” “For our citizens, in line with the President’s overall direction, we want you to hold us, as well as your state and local governments, accountable for providing improved quality healthcare services and basic services that we…

The Lagos State Command has confirmed that it confiscated the three dogs that allegedly killed a security guard, whose identity is yet unknown, in Pinnock Estate, Ilasan, Lekki area of the state. The police also confirmed the arrest of the owner of the fierce-looking dogs, Salisu Mustapha. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who made this disclosure in a statement issued on Wednesday, 6 November, 2024, said the dogs are in their custody and are receiving better treatment to avoid infringing on animal rights. “Following the unfortunate mauling of a security guard to death by three dogs in Pinnock Estate, Ilasan,…

Northern Economic Development Forum (NEDF) has allayed fears raised by Northern governors and backed the new tax reform policies initiated by President Bola Tinubu, saying the North will benefit from the reforms. The Northern Governors opposed the Tax Reform Bills and asked the National Assembly to reject it because it would be against the interest of the people of the Northern region. However, the northern-based development forum, which expressed optimism about the reform initiatives, said there is no cause for alarm as the proposed tax laws will help to enhance and modernise Nigeria’s tax landscape. Tinubu and the Federal Executive…

The National Population Commission (NPC), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health, FMOH, has begun the 2024 Verbal And Social Autopsy (VASA) study in Ogun State. The NPC Federal Commissioner from the state, Fasuwa Johnson, said the survey slated to run from 4th November to 15th of December 2024 is to unravel the causes of under-five and maternal deaths in Ogun communities. Johnson, who spoke during the flag-off ceremony held on Wednesday, 6 November, 2024 at the National Secretariat in Abeokuta, explained that the findings would assist the government in understanding and making plans to address the social and…

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi I II, has said most of the 76 detained and released minors who protested against bad governance, were on the verge of death because of the harsh conditions they were subjected to, if not for the quick response of the President Tinubu who ordered for their immediate released. Emir Muhammadu Sanusi who was speaking, on Wednesday, 6 November, 2024 at the Muhammadu Buhari Specialist Hospital, Kano, where the 76 released protesters were kept, said, “We really appreciate and thank President Tinubu who saved the lives of these boys. “It is disheartening that the boys…

Our attention has been drawn to a publication in the media regarding to the pending litigation between the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) and Heyden Petroleum Limited. We hereby notify the general public that AMCON and Heyden Petroleum Limited have settled all issues between them amicably, and Heyden Petroleum Limited has demonstrated commitment to meeting their obligations and has been making payments accordingly. Given this latest development, AMCON has formally discontinued its pending litigation against Heyden Petroleum Limited, particularly Suit No. FHC/AMC/67/2024. As a responsible debt recovery agency of the Federal Government of Nigeria, it is not the practice…

A Japan-based company, Kawasho Foods Trade Corporation and JFE Shoji Corporation, on Wednesday, 6 , 2024 November donated educational materials to 10 public basic schools in Oyo State. The materials, which included 11,000 exercise books, 360 desks, and benches, as well as 150 cartons of canned food products, were distributed among some selected primary schools across the three senatorial districts of the state. Speaking at the official presentation of the educational materials in Ibadan, the Executive Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (OYOSUBEB), Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran commended the company for its support towards the state government’s efforts at…

The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has seek the assistance of global development partners for its North East Stabilization and Development Master Plan. The Commission made available the Master Plan to global development partners at the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) headquarters at N’Djamena, Chad This Master Plan is a framework of the NEDC to accelerate the regional recovery effort as it steps up sustainable implementation of programmes based on the needs of the six states of Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba and Yobe that constitute the North East region. The plan is in addition to humanitarian interventions and disaster…

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has expressed commitment to strengthening economic ties with the Republic of Chad in a bid to revive trade and socio-economic activities disrupted by the Boko Haram insurgency. The governor made the commitment while hosting a Chadian delegation led by General Abdulkarim Idris Derby Itno, who visited to express sympathy over the recent flood disaster in Maiduguri. During the visit, Zulum announced plans for a reciprocal visit to Chad to meet with President Mahamat Idris Derby Itno to discuss regional economic and trade issues. He said: “I will soon pay a visit to Chad to…

Olowu of Kuta, His Royal Majesty Oba Dr Hammeed Adekunle Makama, CON, Tegbosun III, has commiserated with President Bola Tinubu, the Nigerian Army, the Ilobu community in Osun State as well as the family of Chief Of Army Staff, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja who died on late Tuesday, 5 November, 2024. Olowu in a statement issued by his media office, urged the Army not to be despair,  but to see the death of the Army Chief as a resolve to defeat the insurgence and other associated vices plaguing Nigeria. According to the monarch, this is the only benefiting tribute as…

The House of Representatives Committee on Finance has commended the level of progress and achievements being made by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) under the Chairmanship of Zacch Adedeji, promising not withhold any support needed by the agency. The Committee members, who were on oversight visit, held a meeting with FIRS management at the Revenue House in Abuja, on Tuesday, 5 November, 2024 and also toured the agency’s permanent headquarters in the Central Business District currently under construction. A statement by the Special Adviser on Media to the FIRS chairman, Dare Adekanmbi, said the Chairman of the Committee, Honourable…

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has paid a condolence visit to the family of the Late Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoreed Lagbaja. The First Lady who was accompanied by the Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima; and the Wife of the National Security Adviser, Hajia Ribadu; was receive by the Wife of the Chief of Defence Staff, Mrs Oghogho Musa, reports TheGazelleNews.com. The First Lady and her entourage later prayed for the family.  While comforting the wife, Mrs Mariya Abiodun Lagbaja and the children, Senator Oluremi Tinubu noted that the Lord only can…

Gunmen on Tuesday, 5 November, 2024 abducted Rev Fr. Emmanuel Azubuike, the parish priest of St Theresa’s Catholic Parish in Obollo Community, Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State. According to church authorities, Azubuike was abducted on the night of Tuesday, 5 November, 2024 along the Ayayi community when he was returning from an assignment. The Catholic Diocese of Okigwe, which confirmed the development in a statement, solicited prayers for the priest’s safety and swift return to his parish. The statement signed by the Chancellor/Secretary of the diocese, Very Rev. Fr. Princewill Iwuanyanwu, “I am directed to inform you…

Zenith Bank Plc has announced that it now boasts the best technology infrastructure in the banking industry, positioning itself to provide an exceptional customer experience and superior service delivery moving forward. This upgrade follows a recent comprehensive technology enhancement. The bank expressed gratitude to customers for their support and patience throughout the upgrade process, while also extending apologies for any inconveniences experienced during this time. This announcement was made in a social media post on Wednesday, 6 November, 2024, signed by Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, Group Managing Director/CEO of the Bank. In her message, the GMD/CEO emphasized the bank’s…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has ordered rescheduling the Federal Executive Council meeting till another date to be announced. Initially scheduled for today, Wednesday, 6 November, 2024, the council meeting was postponed in honour of Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, who passed away on Tuesday night, 5 November, 2024. General Lagbaja served as the Chief of Army Staff from June 19, 2023, till his death on November 5, 2024. President Tinubu also ordered flags to be flown at half-staff nationwide for seven days in honour of the departed general. Earlier today, President…

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday, 6 November, 2024 congratulated Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States of America. Tinubu expressed his eagerness to strengthen the ties between Nigeria and the United States amid the complex challenges and opportunities of the contemporary world. His congratulatory message was conveyed through a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday, 6 November, 2024 The statement was titled ‘President Tinubu Congratulates President-elect Trump.’ Tinubu said, “Together, we can foster economic cooperation, promote peace, and address global challenges that affect our citizens.”…

Donald Trump on Wednesday, 5 November was elected the 47th President of the United States of America. It was an extraordinary comeback for a former President who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts. Trump’s win in Wisconsin put him over the 270 threshold needed to clinch the Presidency. Prior to his victory, Trump of the Republican Party has said he’s going to make America great again as he has been projected to win the presidential election. He made this known in his…

The Nigerian Association of Law Teachers (NALT) has elected new officers to pilot the affairs of the association for the next two years. The new officers were elected during the 55th Annual Conference of NALT held at the University of Ilorin. The new exco is the first elected eo of the Association A statement by the Association on Tuesday, 5 November, 2024, said Prof Oluwole Akintayo of the University of Ibadan was elected as President of NALT. It added that Dr. Esa Okibe Onoja of the Nigerian Law School was was elected as the general secretary of the association. Other…

From Chuks Collins, Awka Amidst widespread controversy between the Governing Council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka and the Federal Ministry of Education, the newly appointed Vice Chancellor, Prof Bernard Odoh has fully assumed office. He was this afternoon, Tuesday, 5 November, 2024, received by a huge crowd of enthusiastic academia, university community, stakeholders, friends, well-wishers and associates welcomed him on his first day in office. The reception activities commenced with a concelebrated high mass at the St Joseph the Worker Chaplaincy of the University. The church service was attended by about 100 priests, Professors, Deans and Heads of…