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Abiodun Mourns Loss of Former Finance Minister Soleye, Says He Was a Statesman Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun on Wednesday described the passing of former Finance Minister, Dr. Onaolapo Soleye as a great loss to Ogun State and Nigeria at large. Dr. Soneye was a former minister of finance between 1984-1985 during the military regime of General Muhammadu Buhari. He served for twenty (20) months as Minister of Finance. At a time, he also served as Commissioner for Finance and Industry in Ogun State.  His death was announced in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, on Wednesday by his family. Prince Abiodun, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, said Dr. Soleye's invaluable contributions to the financial sector of Nigeria and his home state, Ogun, will forever remain green in the memory.  "Dr. Soleye's remarkable career in public service, spanning several decades, exemplified his unwavering commitment to the development and progress of Nigeria.  &q

25-year-old Nigerian school teacher shot and killed in Atlanta. A 25-year-old Nigerian man, Jason Ogbomoh, was shot and killed in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, USA.  Jason was shot several times by a yet to be identified shooter on Sunday, November 12, 2023.  His father, Chief Patrick Ogbomoh, is the president of Agbor-USA, a socio-cultural group and apex body for Agbor indigenes residing in the United States of America.  Atlanta police said at 3:04 a.m. on Sunday, officers received reports of a person shot on Peachtree Street Southwest.  When officers arrived, they found a man who had been shot multiple times. He was taken to the hospital, where he later died. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as Jason Ogbomoh. According to the investigation, the shooting began after a dispute escalated to gunfire.  Authorities said the shooter ran away from the scene before officers arrived.  Ogbomoh was a teacher at Marietta Middle School where he taught computer scienc

BANDIT MEETS WATERLOO IN KADUNA…As troops recover weapon In its effort to clear bandits, terrorists and other criminal elements from Kaduna forests, troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army acting on credible intelligence laid ambush on bandits arms and ammunition supplier at Chikun and Kajuru Local Government Areas of Kaduna State along road Kwant - Kabai - Kubusu on 14 November 2023. During the operation and the fire fight that ensued when contact was made, one bandit was neutralized while others fled in disarray with gun shot wounds  due to troops overwhelming fire power. One  AK 47 rifle, one magazine, veterinary medicine and clothing where recovered. The General Officer Commanding 1 Division NA and Force Commander operation WHIRL PUNCH, Major General Valentine Okoro has again commended the troops for their resilience and implored the locals to continue availing the NA and other security agencies with timely and credible intelligence. MUSA YAHAYA Lieutenant Colonel Acting Deputy Director

EFCC Condemns Unauthorized Use of Its Operational Identities for Skit Making A video, code-named:  “EFCC and Army Wahala” gaining traction across the social media, once again, compels  the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to reiterate its warning to skit makers and other social workers to desist from using the operational identities of the Commission illegally and irresponsibly.  “EFCC and Army Wahala” is a caricature of the operational etiquette of the EFCC.  The shameful characterization of supposed operatives of the Commission in the video unleashing terror on “suspects”, is not only embarrassing but indicative of deliberate attempt to cast shadows on the image of the EFCC. Operatives of the EFCC are not bullies.  They are trained as refined modern law enforcement officers rich in decency, civility and respect for members of the public, including suspects of economic and financial crimes. Skit makers are warned again to desist from unauthorized use of the identities of the E

Speaker Unveils legislative agenda  The Speaker of the house of Representatives Dr Tajudeen Abbas, has unveiled the Legislative Agenda of the 10th House of Representatives with a commitment to deploy every legislative instrument towards meeting the yearnings and aspirations of Nigerians.   Dr Abbas said the legislative agenda titled; ‘The People’s House’ is rooted in the fundamental belief that their primary role as lawmakers is to serve the best interests of their constituents.    He said though the House recognizes the diverse needs and challenges currently facing the nation, it is optimistic that together with President Bola Tinubu, they will proffer long-lasting solutions to set Nigeria on a sure path of development.    Abbas pointed out that the legislative agenda encompasses a range of eight critical issues, designed to provide the necessary legislative support to the eight-point Agenda of the executive.    These he said include strengthening good governance, economic development

 US Embassy, OISD Train 35 Female Journalists In Yobe The National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Yobe State Chapter has been tasked to consciously report women related issues in their repotage. Senior programmes manager, Organization for Innovation and Sustainable Development Dr. Ernest Ogezi made the call during a three days training for female journalist organized by the Organization for Innovation Development in collaboration with the Public affairs section of the U.S embassy in Damaturu, the State Capital. Dr. Ernest said conscious effort of women reporting their activities in the media, would help raise women relevance and participation in the society. He advised female journalists to laud the achievement of women at the grassroots, especially rural women making significant changes in society. Dr Ernest Ogezi, who blamed the under representation and misrepresentation of women in the media on female journalists, tasked them to amplify the voice of women  across all secto

 Nigerian rapper, Oladips is dead A Nigerian pop star, Oladipupo Olabode Oladimenji, more popular as Oladips, has died. According to a statement posted on his Instagram page, he passed away at exactly 10:14 pm on Tuesday night. In the late hours of yesterday, videos made the rounds on social media of the Lalakukulala crooner seeming to have collapsed as his friends surrounded him. Before the video started to circulate, Oladips had taken to his Instagram stories to cry out for help. In the post, he mentioned one of his friends, @onlyonelifetime, and asked where he was. The rapper complained about how he had tried to reach the friend on the phone several times and how they knew he didn’t like to be left alone in the house, especially with his condition. The statement noted that Oladips had kept his “battles within himself” for over two years. Oladips’ body is now with his family, and funeral plans will be announced shortly. Oladips: Odumodublvck, Blaqbonez, Idowest, others mourn late rap

I relocated from Russia to Nigeria after falling in love with Nigerian man – Actress, Fari Elysian Russia-born Nigerian actress and content creator has revealed why she relocated from her home country to Nigeria. The thespian said she moved to Nigeria after falling in love with a Nigerian man. She disclosed this in the latest episode of The Time podcast hosted by Victoria Gure and Folasade Abimbola. Fari said, “I came [to Nigeria] because of a man. I was in love. I relocated to Nigeria in 2020. I’ve been here for three years now. And it’s beautiful. It’s amazing.” On the trend of Nigerians relocating abroad for greener pastures, she said, “People want something they don’t have; they appreciate something they don’t have more. Me coming here, it was all new to me. It was something I don’t have. I never had and I’ve it now. So, it’s like something new. It’s exotic. “I found myself here. I discovered myself here. The same thing for Nigerians that are travelling out. People always want some

Some women place marriage above God – Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo has taken a swipe at married women who downplay the role of God in their union, warning them to desist from such dealings. Okonkwo, who is known for voicing his opinion on relationships and marriages, revealed that some women’s greatest priority is marriage and it has taken over their overall wellbeing. He emphasised in a tweet that some women incorrectly prioritise marriage over all other considerations, including their relationship with God, their personal well-being, and the welfare of their future children. He stressed the value of finding personal fulfillment, noting that before a woman can be content in a marriage, she must first discover delight in her single life. Using the biblical account of Esau, Pastor Okonkwo made the point that snap decisions never work out well. He cited Esau’s impetuous act of exchanging his birthright for a supper to show how acting out of desperation can result in ba

 ‘I’ve not chosen wrongly’, 62-yr-old Salawa Abeni unveils third husband Veteran Nigerian singer, Salawa Abeni has unveiled Rasheed Adahunse, her third husband, on the occasion of his birthday. Adahunse who is the comptroller and commandant of the Customs Training College held his birthday and retirement party in Lagos over the weekend. Taking to her Instagram page to share a video of herself performing at the event, Abeni wrote, “Congratulations on your retirement and birthday celebration, comptroller Rasheed Agbolade Adahunse.” Meanwhile, a blog, KemiAshefonLoveHaven reported that the Waka Queen, during her speech, described Adahunse as “my dearest husband of four years”. The 62-year-old singer said she has not “chosen wrongly” and that “love conquers all”. “I don’t have much words to utter, let me thank God. I will just say a bit about Alhaji Abdulrasheed Agbolade, my dearest husband,” she said. “You are retired but not tired, I pray that as God joined us together as husband and wif

Ajaokuta needs two million tons of iron ore to operate – NSRMEA DG, Ogunbiyi The Director-General, National Steel Raw Materials Exploration Agency (NSRMEA), Kolawole Ogunbiyi, says the Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited needs two million tons of iron ore to operate. He made the observation when the Minister of State for Steel Development, Alhaji Uba Maigari Ahmadu, paid a familiarisation visit to the agency on Tuesday. According to him, to have a sustainable supply to steel industries across the country, there is a need for more investment in the mining of iron ore. He stressed the need for the government to provide special intervention funds to complete the Obi Coal project, noting that once completed, the Obi Lafiya Semi-Cooking Coal project would reduce the importation of cooking coal. “The acquisition of crawler-mounted diamond core drilling rigs, heavy duty field vehicles (bulldozers) and field laboratory equipment will go a long way in increasing the supply of iron ore in the country

 RIVERS STATE ASSEMBLY LAWMAKERS EMBARK ON REFRESHER WORKSHOP IN ABUJA. Rivers State House of Assembly Lawmakers in their determination to continue to effectively and efficiently perform the tripod function of law making, oversight and representation have embarked on a two- day refresher workshop on Legislative operations at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Abuja. The two-day refresher workshop which was declared open by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas on Wednesday, aimed at sharpening the legislative skills of the honourable Members and management staff of the Rivers State House of Assembly. Delivering his Keynote address, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen who was represented by the Majority Leader of the House of  Representatives, Prof. Julius Ihonvbere, urged participants to take their legislative business seriously, as their constituents and the State expect much from them. He reminded the Legislators that the Legislature bei

Sharing his experience in a recent interview with Delay, Don Little revealed that it is usually the women who approach him. He added that most of these women are from social media; Facebook and Instagram especially. The actor also disclosed that he usually makes out with them in a guest house to prevent people from talking. He also disclosed that he can get a cheap guest house for 30ghc for a short time. When asked if the ladies enjoyed it, he stated that all he wants is to ej@culate and once he reaches that limit, he doesn’t care about how the ladies feel. More photos below. 

University education gave me the necessary exposure, but what is putting food on my table today is my skill. My skill has little or nothing to do with the University degrees I have yet I was employed with my skill but promoted and graded based on my degrees. You can actually be employed with your skill but to grow in the organization, you will definitely need a University degree. You can actually make a lot of money through your skill but it will be difficult for you to become a manager without a University degree. Even if you open your own business though depending on size and scope of the business, University education will be an omnipotent ingredients for you later in life. Skill acquisition can put food on your table but there are heights you cannot get to without a University education. There are people you cannot freely meet and associate with if you don't have a University education. That's why people who have succeeded in their businesses and skill will always go back t

INEC conducted worst election in Nigeria’s history – Atiku Ex-Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has said the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) conducted the ‘worst ever’ general election in 2023. Atiku also warned against the likelihood of Nigeria slipping into a one-party state. The former vice president made this statement when he hosted the national executive committee of the Inter-Party Advisory Council Nigeria (IPAC), A statement by his Media Advisor, Paul Ibeh, stated that Atiku further tasked the leadership of IPAC, led by its national president, Yabagi Sani, on the need for the opposition political parties to come together and create a more formidable front that will salvage Nigeria’s democracy from sliding into a one-party state. “You have come here today to say that we should cooperate in order to promote democracy. “But the truth of the matter is that our democracy is fast becoming a one-party system; and, of course, you know that when we have a one p

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 NLC submits 6 fresh demands to call off strike The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for the arrest and prosecution of one Mr Chinasa Nwaneri, SA on Special Duties to Hope Uzodimma, Governor of Imo State. According to the NLC, Mr Nwaneri led the “deadly gang of thugs” who assaulted NLC President, Joe Ajaero in Imo. This is part of six (6) fresh demands submitted by the Union to call off the ongoing industrial strike action. The Union also called for the arrest, prosecution and dismissal of all police officers involved in the brutalization of the NLC President and workers in Imo state; and also the arrest and prosecution of all thugs involved in the brutal attack. In posts shared via X, the NLC also called for the arrest, prosecution and dismissal of the Chief Security Officer of Imo State Government House, identified only as SP Shaba, who the Union said led, participated and provided cover for thugs to brutalize workers. According to the posts, the Police Area Commander that le

The Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit Omole phase 1, Ikeja , Lagos State will kick off their Trade fair titled ' Where buyers meet sellers' on the 3rd of December 2023 by 11am-6pm. The Church is located at Plot 57, Adeyemo Akapo Street, Omole Estate, phase 1, Ikeja, Lagos. To book a stand, for in 'Individual ' you are required to pay Ten thousand Naira (N10k), for 'Corporate' bodies, you are required to pay Fifteen thousand Naira (N15k). For enquiries contact, 08035681903 , 08038215693. See flyer for more details.  

 Igwe Credo Mbem and Ojazzy Igbo reportedly arrested, to be charged to Court over the issues with Kcee. " Enough is Enough!!! People constantly Peddling lies against me and other celebrities because they believe they can cow us into a corner since we are celebrities and use public sympathy against us.  See you in court!!!". Watch video below.

Female student brutally flógged by school resident pastor for being late to Sunday church service A resident pastor and educator at St Peter's Combined Christian School in Mohlaletsi village in Sekhukhune District, Limpopo, South Africa, has been suspended for allegedly assaulting a female student.     The resident pastor, identified as Diketso Matibidi, allegedly flogged the Grade 12 learner for being late to the Sunday church service on the 12th of November, 2023.  According to reports, Diketso called out the student in front of the entire congregation and then allegedly proceeded to beat her with a sjambok, a type of whip commonly used in South Africa.   The student's parents have expressed outrage over the incident, stating that their child is now traumatized and unable to focus on her studies.  They have also criticized the school's lack of response to the matter, saying that it has taken no disciplinary action against Diketso.    The school initially denied that the i

REMAIN PEACEFUL, CALM - BODEJO TO FULANIS IN NIGER  The National President Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Dr Abdullahi Bello Bodejo has advised fulani's in Niger state to continue to live in peace with one another and desist from taken the law into their hands by always allowing security agencies to do their job of fishing out culprits in a professional manner.  This according to him is the best way of contributing their quota positively to the sustainance and promotion of lasting peace in the state and Nigeria. He gave the advice while addressing Newsmen in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger state after visiting the twelve year old Namadi Mohammed at the General hospital Lapai whose hands were allegedly cut off by some vigilante members while rearing cattle few days ago. Dr Abdullahi Bello Bodejo explained that Niger state Governor Alh Mohammed Umar Bago who is presently in Saudi Arabia with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on an official visit has informed the National President in a t

WATER & DAMS REVITALIZATION, TOPS AGENDA OF NEW NIGER. Niger state government says Water and Dams revitalization programme will continue to remain top most priority of the present administration of New Niger Agenda. State Governor Alh Mohammed Umar Bago stated this when he received the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Talolo Utsev, on a visit at the Government House Minna the state capital. Represented by his Deputy, Comrade Yakubu Garba the Governor noted that the State Government has made Water and Dams revitalization a priority in driving the green economy to succeed. He said irrigation and dams development will create great opportunity in green economy and other water body businesses, stressing that about thirty percent of the state Water Resources is under utilise and untapped, noting that the State Government water sector revitalization programme is ongoing is receiving Governor Muhammad Umar Bago's attention.  According to him Upper Niger River Basin A

ZAMFARA GOVERNOR DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY ON EDUCATION Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has declared a state of emergency on education. In a state broadcast on Tuesday, the governor said the neglected education system in Zamfara affects all levels, from primary to tertiary institutions, with poor learning environments and personnel. He noted that, the declaration of a State of Emergency on Education was in line with the campaign promises of the governor, adding that, the State government is fulfilling a pledge to overhaul the education sector, which has virtually collapsed.  Governor Dauda Lawal said he made promises to the people of the state during his campaign tour that he would implement policies and programs aimed at reforming the education sector, building and rehabilitating public schools. He also assured to providing adequate educational facilities, training and retraining the existing staff to enhance their capacity.  Dauda Lawal further explained that his administrat

Old naira notes remain legal tender indefinitely – CBN Central Bank of Nigeria, on Tuesday, extended the validity of the old N200, N500 and N1,000 notes indefinitely. CBN Director, Corporate Communications, Isa AbdulMumin in a statement titled, “CBN To Allow Old Design Naira Banknotes As Legal Tender, Ad Infinitum”, said the decision is in line with international best practices and to forestall a repeat of earlier experiences implementing the policy. The apex bank introduced the redesigned N200, N500 and N1.000 denominations in October 2022 and certain deadlines were set for the old design of these denominations to cease as legal tenders. According to the statement, “Without prejudice, the Central Bank of Nigeria wishes to inform the general public of its desire to extend the legal tender status deadline of the old design of N200, N500 and N1,000 denominations; ad infinitum. “This is in line with international best practices and to forestall a repeat of earlier experiences. “Thus, all

Gov poll: Kogi APC demands arrest, prosecution of Dino Melaye The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State has called on security agencies to immediately arrest the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Saturday’s Governorship election, Senator Dino Melaye, for alleged cyber crime he reportedly confessed to in a live television programme. The Kogi APC Governorship Campaign Council said, for Melaye, who was defeated at the polls, to have claimed on national TV that he had access to the back-end server of the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) was “like walking into the prison yard and demanding to be locked up.” The Director, Media and Publicity/Spokesman of the Campaign Council, Kingsley Fanwo, who spoke at a “Thank You Press Conference” in Lokoja, the state capital, on Tuesday, said security agencies had no tedious job to do “on a suspect who confesses to a crime.” “Dino Melaye has openly confessed that he hacked into the back-end of the Independent National E