Author: Abimbola Ogunnaike

Gunmen suspected to be bandits on the night of Wednesday, 4 September, 2024 at about 11:45 pm, attacked Magamar Jibia border town in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State, kidnapping at least three persons and leaving five others injured. A member of the Jibia Security Committee, who spoke to newsmen on Thursday, 5 September, 2024 said that the bandits overpowered the security personnel who were deployed to repel them. According to him, the hoodlums stormed the area on night of Wednesday, 4 September, 2024 shooting sporadically to scare the residents, most of whom were preparing to go to bed for sleep.…

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has disclosed the real reasons he brought the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo, to contest for the governorship race in the state. Obaseki, who disclosed that he brought Ighodalo in because he needed a competent hand to pilot the affairs of the state, noting that electing an incompetent Governor would be a disservice to the people of Edo State. The Governor made this disclosure during PDP’s campaign in Etsako East Local Government Area of the state. The Governor explained that he also brought Ighodalo to continue the good works of his administration,…

Credit Direct Finance Company Limited (Credit Direct), the consumer finance arm of FCMB Group Plc and one of Nigeria’s leading digital-first non-bank financial services providers, recently concluded CD’Lympics—an exhilarating event designed to foster team spirit, celebrate valued customers, and showcase innovative products through the power of sport. The event proved to be more than just a sports event; it was a high-energy celebration that combined athletic competition, team bonding, and product showcases while honoring valued customers. “CD’Lympics is all about teamwork, fostering a strong culture of energetic people who work hard and play hard. I am grateful for everything Credit…

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, has announced the appointment of Coscharis Technologies as a distribution partner in Nigeria and Ghana, with the aim of further providing customers convenient access to Vertiv’s IT infrastructure portfolio and expanding reach across Central Africa within the local IT channel. With an established history of more than 30 years, Coscharis Technologies, a subsidiary of the Coscharis Group – a wholly owned Nigerian conglomerate with businesses and interests that span across sectors including automotive, medical, food and beverages, IT, engineering and agriculture – is an authorised distributor of a wide…

Nigeria is committed towards achieving universal energy access by the year 2060 and is working with relevant stakeholders across board to realise this objective. The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu disclosed this in his remarks on Wednesday, 4 September, 2024, while addressing Chinese investors and business men at the 1st China-Nigeria Economic Cooperation and Trade Conference, Beijing 2024. The Minister was part of the entourage of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the ongoing Africa-China Cooperation Summit in Beijing, China. He said the country has a short-term target to attain 30GW of grid energy supply by 2030, and a long-term…

In a groundbreaking gathering, traditional leaders from across Nigeria converged to celebrate the nation’s rich cultural tapestry and address pressing social issues, including the scourge of drug abuse. The Royal Culture event, held on Sunday, 1 September, 2024, at the Bola Event Centre in Ifako-Ijaye, Lagos, was a resounding triumph, featuring enlightening presentations, prestigious awards, and recognition of outstanding individuals and royalty. The event, themed “The Nigeria’s Constitution and The Traditional Institutions in Nigeria,” was masterminded by the visionary Sarkin Samarin Yamma Development Initiative (SSY-DI), an organization dedicated to empowering traditional title holders to drive socioeconomic development and support government…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has described as baseless, allegations of nepotism and favouritism in the appointment of its Directors, Commanders and other top officials. The agency in a statement on Thursday, 5 September, 2024, described as false, insinuations in some social media posts suggesting that appointments into high ranking positions are tilted in favour of Northern Muslims against Southern Christians. The statement read that: “For the benefit of the reading public, the agency will like to state as follows: “Out of the 20 Directors/ Commandant in NDLEA, 14 are Christians and 6 Muslims; of the 14 Zonal…

The United Nations Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture and other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (SPT) is set to visit Nigeria from 8 to 19 September. This second visit aims to assess the treatment of individuals in detention and measure whether the country has strengthened its capacity to protect the human rights of all people deprived of liberty since the Subcommittee’s previous visit ten years ago. A statement on Thursday by the UN Human Rights Office Media Unit said the SPT delegation will visit various places where individuals are held, including prisons, police stations, and psychiatric institutions, among…

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, 5 September, 2024, in Beijing, China, emphasized the importance of global collaboration in achieving shared progress and prosperity. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, President Tinubu highlighted the success of the China-Africa partnership as a model for sustainable development and shared prosperity. He noted that the partnership is driven by a bold vision for the future and that by working together, Africa and China can unlock unprecedented levels of growth and development for their nations. The…

The Democratic Front (TDF) has said that President Bola Tinubu did not betray or deceive the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on fuel price in arriving at the N70, 000 minimum wage. TDF added that  Labour and government  mutually negotiated and agreed on the minimum wage.  In a statement signed by the Chairman  Mallam Danjuma Muhammad; and Secretary, Wale Adedayo; TDF  maintained that the President could not have been emphatic and decisive on the pump price of fuel in a deregulated market. TDF said: “Once again, we are disappointed with the often repeated wrong postulations of the Joe Ajaero-led Nigerian Labour…

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji, has released a video message calling for peace and an end to violence between Fulani and Hausas.In the video obtained and translated by PRNigeria, Turji claims that the ongoing conflict is impossible to win and will only lead to further bloodshed.Turji, who is known for his involvement in various criminal activities, including kidnapping and armed robbery, addressed his message to his “Fulani brethren” and Hausa people, urging them to put aside their differences and work towards peace.He claimed that the violence had led to the loss of many lives, including those of his relatives, and…

Former Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Adefunmilayo Tejuoso has commended the state Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu for dedicating the month of September to raising awareness about domestic and sexual violence, reports thegazellenews.com Reacting to the decision of the state government on the matter, Rt Hon Tejuoso described the initiative as vital in ongoing efforts to combat domestic and sexual violence as well as support survivors in the community Rt Hon Tejuoso sponsored the Lagos State Domestic Violence Bill which culminated into signing of the Bill into Law by then Governor, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, now…

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has approved the constitution of a committee to discuss modalities for implementing the new national minimum wage in Borno State. President Bola Tinubu had last month, signed the new Minimum Wage Act into law after agreeing to N70,000 with the organised labour unions. The statement released by the Secretary to the Borno State Government on Wednesday, 4 September, 2024, indicated that the committee would be chaired by the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Engr. Babagana Malumbe, while the Head of Service, Barrister Mallam Fannami, will be co-chair. According to the statement, the committee comprises…

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has expressed his sympathies to his Yobe State counterpart, Mai Mala Buni, and the victims and families of Sunday’s terrorist attack in Mafa, Tarmuwa Local Government Area. The attack, which occurred last weekend, has left many people dead and several individuals injured and has caused damage to properties. Zulum, whose statement was released on Wednesday by his Senior Special Assistant on New Media, Abdulrahman Ahmed Bundi, condemned the attack while urging everyone to unite in the fight against insecurity in the northeast. He said: “In times like these, we must come together as a community…

ActionAid Nigeria has condemned the latest hike in pump price of petroleum products, demanding immediate action from the government on economic reform The Non Governmental Organisation said increasing the minimum wage from N30,000 to N70,000 was never enough to bring economic succour ActionAid, in a statement on Wednesday signed by its Country Director, Andrew Mamedu asked that: “The Federal Government must prioritise the welfare of Nigerian Citizens over revenue generation and provide a comprehensive plan to protect vulnerable citizens and support small businesses within 48 hours. This plan must include measures to mitigate the impact of high fuel prices on…

President Bola Tinubu has said that Africa holds vast opportunities for investments, growth, and development with its vibrant population, productive economy, and natural resources. Speaking at a bilateral meeting on Wednesday, 4 September, 2024, in Beijing, China, with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, President Tinubu commended the role of the Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in advancing partnership between Africa and China for mutual development and prosperity. ”The African spirit for FOCAC is based upon mutual respect and partnership that promotes development, happiness, peace, and stability for our people. We are in this journey together. We believe that we share common…

The Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Works, Dr Adekunle Olayinka has delivered goodwill message of the Governor Babajide Sanwo -Olu at the COREN Assembly taking place in Abuja. The Engineering Assembly, which was held at the Federal Capital Territory was centered on the theme: Regulating Engineering Profession For Shared Prosperity In Nigeria. While engaging the media at the event, Dr. Olayinka explained that the COREN Engineering Assembly is a forum or platform created by COREN to bring together registered engineers, engineering professionals, and stakeholders in the engineering industry in Nigeria to engage them on the development…

The National Assembly Service Commission has commended the Lagos Sate House of Assembly Service Commission over its capacity building enhancement packages for its staffers. The Chairman, Hakeem Olabode Akamo in his speech expressed this during a zonal visit to the Lagos State House of Assembly Service Commission (LAHASCOM). He stressed the visit was aimed at strengthening ties, fostering collaboration and commending the good work of Lagos State House of Assembly under the Leadership of the Speaker, Rt.Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa and also Lagos State House of Assembly Service Commission Chairman. “The purpose of our visit is to Interact with LAHASCOM…

Prince Adele Adewale Abolaji Taofiq, popular known as (PAAAT), an aspirant for the post of Chairman of Lagos Island Local Government in next year’s council election has successfully organised a maiden Free Mega Medical Outreach for the people of the local government. The free medical outreach, which took place at Idungaran Club, Isale Eko, Lagos Island, on Saturday, 31 August, 2024, and Sunday, 1 September, 2024, was well attended with an incredible turnout of beneficiaries. The Lagos State Commissioner for Basic Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun and the Special Adviser to the Speaker of the House of Representatives on Finance, Honourable…

A former Minister for Power and Steel, Senator Liyel Imoke has been confirmed as the keynote speaker at the Annual Conference of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) scheduled for October 3, 2024 in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital.This is just as attendance and participation by other highly fecund speakers and panelists have been confirmed.They comprise, among others: former Chief of Army Staff, Lt-General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (Retd); the Executive Vice Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida; a Professor of Political Science at the Federal University Lokoja, Rotimi Ajayi, and an edutainment communicator and veteran broadcaster, Ms…