President Bola Tinubu and Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have expressed profound sorrow over the demise of Sheikh Abdul-Hafeez Aṣhamu Abou, the revered Baba Adinni of Lagos, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Lagos Central Mosque. In a statement released by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu conveyed heartfelt condolences to Baba’s family, Read More…
Month: January 2024
Davido featured on Numéro Netherlands cover amidst controversy with Tiwa Savage
Nigerian superstar, Davido, acclaimed ‘King of Afrobeats,’ graces the cover of Numéro Netherlands, marking a prestigious acknowledgement amidst his music accomplishments. The cover, featuring an exclusive fashion editorial lensed by Raul Romo, spotlights his influence and cultural impact. Numéro Netherlands Digital celebrates Davido’s illustrious career, acknowledging his three Grammy nominations in 2023 and his initiative, Read More…
Tinubu may have breached the law in removal of FCCPC boss, Irukera
A review of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) Act has shown that President Bola Tinubu may have breached the law in his decision to unilaterally remove the agency’s Executive Vice Chairman, Babatunde Irukera. According to the Act, the president cannot unilaterally sack the FCCPC head without resorting to the Senate. The president’s Read More…
Nigeria’s NNPC to supply 4 crude cargoes to Dangote Refinery as operations near commencement
Nigeria’s NNPC, the state oil company, is anticipated to provide four crude shipments from its February schedule to the Dangote refinery, set to begin operations following extensive construction delays, disclosed three sources familiar with the situation to Reuters. The highly-anticipated Dangote refinery, touted as Africa’s largest, is on the verge of commencing test runs and Read More…
South Africa and Morocco clash over UN Human Rights Council presidency
Tensions arise between South Africa and Morocco as they vie for the presidency of the United Nations’ top human rights body, with South Africa accusing Rabat of rights violations in Western Sahara, questioning its credibility to lead the council. According to diplomats, the U.N. Human Rights Council faces an unprecedented situation, lacking a president at Read More…
Kano Pillars appeals N12 million fine for pitch disruption
The management of Kano Pillars Football Club has issued an appeal to the Nigeria Professional Football League Disciplinary Committee to reconsider the N12 million fine imposed on the team for alleged misconduct. In a statement by the club’s secretary, Sani Ibrahim, the incident occurred during the week 17 match against Plateau United at Sani Abacha Read More…
SCOAN counters allegations against late TB Joshua
A BBC report disclosed allegations made by numerous ex-Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) members, including five British nationals, against the late TB Joshua. These accusations, spanning nearly two decades, include incidents of rape and forced abortions allegedly perpetrated within a secretive Lagos compound. The Synagogue Church of All Nations responded to the BBC documentary, Read More…
Ikorodu Local Government pledges overseas agricultural training for youths
In Ikorodu, Lagos State, Mr. Wasiu Adesina, Chairman of the local government, announced plans to sponsor at least 50 youths on agricultural training abroad. The aim is to familiarise them with diverse production processes and modern farming techniques. Adesina emphasised the significance of this initiative, stating, “My administration is committed to empowering youths through education Read More…
Man remanded over alleged sexual assault on neighbour’s eight-year-old in Surulere
In Ikeja, the Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court remanded a 27-year-old man, Owolabi Olabisi, in a correctional centre on Monday for an alleged sexual assault on his neighbour’s eight-year-old girl. Olabisi had entered a plea of not guilty to the charge of sexual assault by penetration. According to state counsel Ms. Abimbola Abolade, the Read More…
EFCC summons suspended minister Betta Edu over alleged fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has extended an invitation to the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, for questioning concerning alleged fraud. The invitation comes in light of her suspension by President Bola Tinubu over a contentious payment of N585.189 million to a private bank account. Betta Edu, a Read More…