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 Police foils kidnapping, rescue victims The Kaduna State Police Command has foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued two victims in Kuriga village, Kaduna State. According to a statement signed by ASP Mansir Hassan, Public Relations Officer of the Kaduna State Police Command, officers of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) responded swiftly to gunfire and engaged the kidnappers, forcing them to flee and abandon their captives. The police also arrested two notorious gunrunners, Abulaziz Habibu and Nuhu Thomas, who were supplying weapons to bandits operating in the Zaria area. Additionally, the police apprehended Abubakar Yahuza, an informant for kidnappers operating in the Gidan Dogo Forest. The Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Ali Dabig, commended the officers for their bravery and urged the public to continue supporting the police with credible information.

 95-year-old man weds 90-year-old bride in Kenya A 95-year-old Kenyan man on Sunday wedded his 90-year-old long-time sweetheart, six decades after they first met. Ibrahim Mbogo was said to have walked down the aisle with Tabitha Wangui, his heartthrob, at a white wedding in a church on Sunday. Mbogo said outside the church in Mukurweini, a town about a three-hour drive northeast of the Kenyan capital Nairobi, that they met and fell in love in 1960. “We deliberated together and decided it would be great if we did a white wedding, we know in our Kikuyu custom that we are legally married, but since we are also Christians, we decided to do a church wedding,” he said. The groom wore a smart grey suit and silver tie for their special day, while his new bride was dressed in a white hat with a cream brocade jacket over a white outfit. Asked about their secret, the 90-year-old bride charged women to respect their husbands. “You must respect your husbands, if you do that, then you will live as w

 INEC: 184,438 PVCs printed for Edo guber poll — collection to begin Thursday The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has printed 184,438 permanent voter cards (PVC) for voters in Edo state. Mahmood Yakubu, INEC chairman, spoke on Monday during a meeting with the resident electoral commissioners at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. On May 27, INEC resumed the continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise ahead of the Edo and Ondo governorship elections scheduled for September 21 and November 16 respectively. The exercise was scheduled to end on June 5 but the commission extended the closing date to June 9. Following the conclusion of the exercise, INEC announced that 119,206 new voters were registered; 8,847 voters transferred their registration from other states to Edo; while 46,171 voters transferred their registration from one part of the state to another. Speaking at the meeting on Monday, Yakubu said INEC has updated the records of 4,808 voters that appli

 Police Summon NLC President Joe Ajaero Over Allegations of Criminal Conspiracy and Terrorism Financing The Nigeria Police Force has officially summoned Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), for questioning in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony, subversion, and cybercrime. The letter of invitation, issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Intelligence Response Team (IRT), Guzape District, Abuja, was dated August 19, 2024. It specifically directed Ajaero to report to the IRT Complex, Old Abattoir, Guzape Junction, Abuja, by 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. The letter warned that failure to honor the invitation could lead to the activation of a warrant for Ajaero’s arrest. The investigation is being handled by the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) under the leadership of ACP Adamu S. Mu’azu.

  FG to commence crude oil sale to Dangote refinery October 1 The Federal Government has announced that the sale of crude oil to the Dangote refinery in naira will begin on October 1. This decision was reached during a meeting with the technical implementation committee led by Wale Edun, the minister of finance on Monday.  At the meeting, the committee reviewed progress on key initiatives, including the upcoming commencement of Naira payments for crude oil sales to the Dangote Refinery starting October 1, 2024. Stakeholders such as the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have been assigned key roles to ensure smooth implementation. The executive chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and chairman of the technical subcommittee, Zacch Adedeji, confirmed that the first premium motor spirit (PMS) del

 Unidentified Human Remains Found in Babadjou Market A decomposed human head was unearthed today at the Ndjinso market in Babadjou subdivisio, West region of Cameroon.  The unsettling find was made by a worker who was excavating a site intended for council buildings.  The head, discovered inside a bag, has prompted authorities to secure the area as investigations begin.  According to CNA, the community is reeling from the grim incident as law enforcement works to uncover the story behind this disturbing event.

 Former Abia Speaker Appeals To President Tinubu To Investigate the Abandonment of the Eastern Railway Corridor Engr. Chinedum Orji Comends president Tinubu's Efforts to End Marginalization, Calls for Investigation in to the Abandonment of the Eastern Railway Corridor. Engr Chinedum Orji, the former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, has publicly lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his ongoing efforts to address the longstanding issue of marginalization in Nigeria.  In a detailed statement released to the press, Orji commended the president for his inclusive approach to governance, which he believes is beginning to rectify the historical neglect experienced by certain regions in the country, particularly the Southeast. Orji expressed optimism that Tinubu’s administration will continue to prioritize projects and policies that ensure equitable development across all regions. He noted that the president’s actions so far demonstrate a commitment to reversing the trend of m

 The Academic Staff Union of Universities has informed the Federal Government of its plans to embark on a nationwide strike by placing the government on a 21-day notice. Sources within the National Executive Council of ASUU confirmed the development to our correspondent in Abuja on Monday. The notice was issued at the end of the NEC meeting, which was held at the University of Ibadan, and a copy is expected to be transmitted to the Federal Ministries of Labour and Education. “It is not an ultimatum but a strike notice. We are giving them 21 days’ notice, after which we shall embark on strike. “Our aim for putting out the notice is that it is a requirement under labour laws so we are trying to ensure that all our actions are done according to the law,” the source said. It would be recalled that ASUU had threatened to embark on strike over the non-implementation of agreements reached with the federal government. On June 26, the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, invited the union

 Nigeria not yet country of Awolowo’s dream – Daughter In a reflection on the life and legacy of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, his daughter, Dr Tokunbo Awolowo-Dosunmu, has painted a picture of a man driven by a deep-seated passion for a united yet decentralised Nigeria. She regretted that Nigeria is not yet a country of Awolowo’s dream. Awolowo-Dosunmu narrated her experience in Awolowo’s family during a live talkshow, State Affairs, by a popular Ibadan-based radio presenter, Edmund Obilo, on Monday. She said despite facing immense personal challenges, including the tragic loss of her brother, Segun Awolowo, her father remained committed to his political ideals. Awolowo’s vision for Nigeria, according to his daughter, was one of a strong, united federation. She also described her mother, late Mrs Hannah Awolowo, as a pillar of strength to Awolowo. Awolowo-Dosunmu said, “Papa lost his son and went to prison, a double tragedy for the family. Papa went to prison for political reasons,

 2027: Uzodimma has no vice presidential ambition, says commissioner The Imo State Government has dissociated Governor Hope Uzodimma from a viral poster indicating his vice presidential ambition ahead of the 2027 election. The poster, which has the image of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, as the party’s presidential candidate and Governor Uzodimma as his running mate, was captioned, “The Winning Team 2027. Vote APC 2027.” But in a statement on Sunday, the Imo state Commissioner for Information, Public Orientation and Strategy, Declan Emelumba, described the poster as fake and malicious. Emulumba asserted that the circulation of the poster on social media was the handiwork of mischief makers trying to cause affection between the governor and President Bola Tinubu. The commissioner stated that at no time had the governor contemplated running for the vice president’s office. The statement read, “Everyone in Nigeria is quite aware that Uzodimma is

 Tinubu Seeks Stronger Anti-Corruption Structures and Regime in West Africa to Tackle Graft   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on countries within the West African region to strengthen anti-corruption agencies in their territories and offer them ample opportunities to operate in order to tackle the scourge of corruption more effectively.    He gave the charge in Abuja on Monday, August 19, 2024 at the opening ceremony of the   6th Annual General Assembly of the Network of Anti-Corruption Institutions in West Africa, NACIWA.   According to him,  corruption has become an albatross to the progress of nations and building formidable structures for anti-corruption agencies to operate would greatly help in breaking the fang of the scourge.     “Corruption remains one of the most significant obstacles to the progress and prosperity of our nations. It  undermines the very fabric of our societies, erodes public  trust, and impedes the equitable distribution of resources.  As leaders, we a

 EFCC Arraigns Man for Alleged N600m, $50,000.00 Investment Fraud in Lagos The Lagos Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, August 19, 2024, arraigned one Ayodele Toyosi for an alleged investment fraud before Justice A.M. Lawal of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja. The defendant was arraigned alongside his companies, Reaprite Global Limited and Agrorite Limited, on an 11-count charge bordering on obtaining by false pretence and stealing to the tune of N600,150,000,00( Six Hundred Million, One Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira only) and $50,000.00( Fifty Thousand United States Dollars). Investigation revealed that the defendant allegedly defrauded a number of persons on the pretence that he had an interest-yielding investment in agricultural export. One of the counts reads: “That you, Ayodele Toyosi, Reaprite Global Limited and Agrorite Limited, sometime in June 2023 in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, dishonestly c

  STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS NEW MANAGEMENT TEAM FOR THE NIGER DELTA POWER HOLDING COMPANY President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of a new management team for the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). The new members of the management of the company are as follows: (1) Engineer Jennifer Adighije -- Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (2) Engineer Abdullahi Kassim -- Executive Director (Generation) (3) Engineer Bello Babayo Bello -- Executive Director (Networks) (4) Mr. Emmmanuel Umeoji -- Executive Director (Corporate Services) (5) Mr. Omololu Agoro -- Executive Director (Finance & Accounts) (6) Engineer Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama -- Executive Director (Strategy & Commercial)  (7) Barrister Steven Andzenge -- Executive Director (Legal Services) The new NDPHC Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Jennifer Adighije, is an experienced engineer with vast competencies across management functions in the private and public sectors.  She holds a maste

 Manuel Osa Nsue Nsua Appointed as Equatorial Guinea’s New Prime Minister Equatorial Guinea’s President Teodoro Obiang Nguema has appointed Manuel Osa Nsue Nsua as the new Prime Minister.  The 48-year-old, who previously served as the head of the country’s Central Bank, now steps into the role with the task of steering the government through challenging times. Osa Nsue Nsua succeeds Manuela Roka Botey, the first woman to hold the position, who resigned after just 18 months amid sharp criticism from the president, who deemed her administration "ineffective."

 Kenya to Raise $1.2 Billion Through Controversial Taxes Amid Debt Crisis To generate around $1.2 billion, the Kenyan government intends to bring back several controversial taxes that were initially included in the heavily criticized finance bill.  This move follows intense public backlash and deadly protests that erupted across the nation earlier this year. The tax proposals were initially scrapped in June after violent demonstrations saw protesters storm parliament, leading to police firing live ammunition. President William Ruto had cautioned that the country would face a significant funding gap after these tax hikes were abandoned. Kenya's Finance Minister John Mbadi, currently one of the opposition leaders who recently joined a restructured cabinet, has revealed that the government is considering nearly 49 new tax initiatives.  Among these initiatives is the reintroduction of an "eco levy" aimed at curbing electronic and plastic waste. At this point Kenya is grapplin

 Thierry Henry Steps Down as France U21 Coach After Olympic Success Thierry Henry is no longer the head coach of France's U21 national team. The French Football Federation (FFF) officially announced his departure on Monday, August 19.  After leading the team to an Olympic silver medal, Henry decided to step down, ending his contract, which was set to run until June 2025. According to the FFF's statement, Henry cited personal reasons for his decision and discussed his departure with FFF President Philippe Diallo. Appointed in August 2023, the former Arsenal striker opted not to continue his tenure following the successful Olympic campaign. As of now, there is no information on what Henry's next career move will be.

 ECOWAS Parliament Seeks to Reengage Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Amid Exit Threats As Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger remain firm in their decision to exit ECOWAS, the West African bloc's parliament is determined to bring them back into the fold. Benjamin Kalu, Vice President of Nigeria's House of Representatives, emphasized that ECOWAS is employing parliamentary diplomacy to address the situation. Kalu explained that diplomatic letters have already been sent to these countries, and soon, ECOWAS representatives will visit them to engage in dialogue with their leaders. "We will open the doors for them to return to the family; we need them. We will acknowledge their grievances and urge them to sit down with us to discuss the issues," Kalu said.  He said ignoring these nations is not an option. "We must reach out and show that we are stronger together as a family. I am confident that this approach will succeed," he added. Kalu also downplayed concerns about the

 Samuel Eto'o Pens down a Heartfelt Message to His Son Étienne Eto'o on His Birthday Samuel Eto'o: My son Étienne Eto'o, On this August 18th, the occasion presents itself for me to tell you how proud I am of you. From the moment you came into this world, with your innate maturity, I entrusted you with the understanding that my role as your father, with its authority and responsibilities will never change.  We live in a world where selfish and fleeting battles are commonplace, but remember, you are the sole master of your destiny. Through your hard work, you will forge your own path and shape your future. No one will hand you anything on a silver platter. You must be impervious to the manipulations and instrumentalizations of those who would turn you against your family and loved ones. Cutting yourself off from family ties only makes you more vulnerable. You need to block those influences. No family is perfect, but you have the most important things: my LOVE and my PRIDE

  LAGOS SPORTS COMMISSION PARTNERS PARALLEX BANK ON ATHLETES’ PAYMENT SOLUTIONS In a bid to enhance the financial inclusivity and support for athletes, the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has engaged in a strategic partnership with Parallex Bank to revolutionise payment solutions for athletes and foster talent development across the state. The  Director-General of LSSC, Mr. Lekan Fatodu, speaking during a recent work visit to the Head Office of Parallex Bank in Victoria Island, explained that the engagement aimed at igniting a mutually beneficial collaboration which is pivotal to driving the state’s agenda in creating sustainable opportunities in sports by empowering athletes with the resources and support needed to achieve excellence. According to him, the partnership is set to pave the way for a more efficient and transparent financial system within the sports sector, ensuring that athletes receive their payments promptly and through secure and efficient channels while also inve

 He was addressed the way he was dressed” – Netizens react to Davido’s security chasing Dj Chicken away A recent video surfaced of Dj Chicken being chased back by Davido’s security and netizens are cracking their ribs over it Apparently, Dj Chicken had attended an event, in which Davido was also in attendance. After the event, Dj Chicken attempted to stand in front of Davido’s car, and that was when security aides shoved him to the side. Netizens weren’t emphatic towards Dj Chicken, as they took to the comments to show full support for the fact that he was shoved in the first place.

 LASG Declares Tuesday Public Holiday for Isese Day Celebration The Lagos State Government has declared tomorrow, Tuesday, as public holiday in celebration of the 2024 Isese Day. Isese is Yoruba indigenous religion with its festival among adherents held yearly. On Monday, the State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, declared August 20, as a work-free day for all public servants in the state to mark the festival. The holiday made public through a circular signed by the Head of Service, Bode Agoro, with Ref. No: CIR/HOS/124/Vol.1/66. According to the circular, “It is hereby notified for general information that this Year’s Isese Day Celebration will hold on Tuesday, 20th August 2024. “In emphasizing commitment to give necessary support to traditional institutions, as well as enhance the promotion of indigenous tradition by preserving cultural heritage, Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has approved that Tuesday, 20th August, 2024, be declared a Work Free Day for Public Servants in the S

  Legendary talk show host and media personality Phil Donahue has passed away at the age of 88. His show, The Phil Donahue Show, later simply called Donahue, was the first talk show format that included audience participation and ran for 29 years from 1967 - 1996. He was often referred to as "The King of Daytime Talk" and Oprah once stated: "If it weren't for Phil Donahue, there would never have been an Oprah Show." My team and I send condolences to his loved ones at this time.

Three high-school football players have lost their lives this month during practice causing some to question coaches tactics. 15-year-old, Ovet Regalado, a sophomore at the Shawnee Mission School district in Kansas passed away at football practice on August 14th. According to reports Ovet collapsed during practice. By the time EMS arrived Ovet was in critical, life threatening condition. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but sadly he passed away.  Ovet is the third student that has passed away in just 12 days time this August.   15-year-old Javion Taylor passed away after running drills for approximately 40 minutes in Hopewell, Virginia on August 5th.  Only 8 days later, on August 13th, Semaj Wilkins passed away during football practice in New Brockton, Alabama. This is alarming to many people who point out August is the worst month for heat related illness/death. It has been said by many that coaches should be aware of each player's wellbeing and you don't just suddenly pass

 Tell Nigerians nature of Tinubu’s trip to France – Atiku’s aide to Presidency The spokesman to former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, on Tuesday, charged the President to explain to Nigerians the duration of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to France. Ibe also charged the Presidency to explain to Nigerians the nature of Tinubu’s engagement in France. A statement by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale had informed that the President will be departing Abuja, the nation’s capital for France. Ngelale explained that the President would return to Nigeria after his brief work stay in France. The statement was, however, silent on the motive for the President’s trip. Reacting, Ibe said Nigerians have taken a cue from the late President Musa Yar’Adua; hence the need for transparency over Tinubu’s trip to France. Posting on X, Ibe wrote: “Could you kindly elucidate the duration of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to France, or

 Nigerian government grants MTN, others permits to generate electricity The federal government has issued permission to MTN Communications Nigeria Limited, Havenhill Synergy, Golden Penny Power Limited and others for mini-grid electricity generation. The government through the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, issued nine new off-grid generation licences in the first quarter of 2024 with a gross capacity of 109.69 megawatts and 3 new trading licences. MTN was permitted to build four captive generation plants with 15.94MW capacity across Lagos State. Armilo Plastics Limited, SweetCo Foods Limited, West African Ceramics Limited, African Steel Mills Nigeria Limited and Royal Engineered Stones Limited were permitted to generate captive power. Golden Penny Power Limited granted a licence to build 6 off-grid gas plants in Oyo, Cross River, Ogun and Lagos states. The total capacity is 100MW. “Captive power generation permits are issued to entities that aim to maintain and own

 Central Bank of Libya Resumes Operations After Release Of Director The Libya’s Central Bank (CBL) has resumed its operations after an abducted bank official was released. CBL announced in a statement that it would resume operations, citing the release and safe return of Musab Msallem, its head of information technology. Msallem was abducted on Sunday morning by an “unknown party” and this prompted the Central Bank to halt all operations pending his release. The kidnap occurred a week after armed men attacked the central bank’s headquarters in Tripoli. Reports say the primary motive behind the attack was to force the resignation of the Central Bank, Seddik al-Kabir whom have been in office since 2012. Kabir has been scrutinised, even by individuals associated with Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah, for the way Libya’s oil resources and the state budget are being handled. The central bank is the only internationally recognised depository for Libyan oil revenues, which provide vital econ

 Cameroonian Designer Sulet Noir Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from President Biden Cameroonian fashion designer Nkafu Sulet founder of SULET NOIR, has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award signed by President Biden. Thebrecognition celebrates Sulet's remarkable journey and her brand’s international success. Sulet Noir: In the Spirit of Martin Luther King Jr.  "I HAVE A DREAM".  God !!! Where can I begin to thank you? 🙏🏾  Growing up with just my passion for Fashion Designing in Cameroon, My dream has always been to take our brand international.   For the past years, we have been very intentional about the way we listen and to serve our local and international community.  This award is a testament to our hardwork and the support that you all give us.  We thank you and promise that your favorite brand will continue to work hard to see that every one in our community is proudly represented through our brand stories and Experience . This Life Time Recognition

 Seoul, South Korea🇰🇷U.S., South Korea begin joint military drills as North Korea accuses them of invasion rehearsal U.S. and South Korean troops kicked off a large-scale exercise Monday aimed at strengthening their combined defense capabilities against nuclear-armed North Korea, which again accused the allies of practicing an invasion. The annual summertime exercise comes amid heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula as the pace of both North Korea’s weapons demonstrations and the U.S.-South Korea combined military exercises have intensified in a cycle of tit-for-tat. The exercise began hours after North Korea’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement repeating the North's contention that such exercises are “provocative war drills for aggression.” It said the North’s nuclear ambitions are thus justified, adding that it is crucial to "constantly maintain the balance of power for preventing a war by stockpiling the greatest deterrence.” The United States and South Korea descri

  Real Madrid draws 1-1 at Mallorca on Mbappe’s LaLiga debut  Real Madrid's LaLiga title defense got off to a rocky start as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Real Mallorca. The highly anticipated debut of Kylian Mbappe did not bring the win Madrid had hoped for. The match started with a bang as Brazilian forward Rodrygo scored a beautiful curling strike, assisted by Vinicius Junior. However, Real Mallorca fought back with Vedat Muriqi's powerful header from a corner, leveling the score. Mbappe had his chances, hitting the post and having a low effort saved, but Mallorca's defense held strong, denying him a winning start to his domestic debut. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed his frustration with the team's lack of balance and defensive issues, calling for more intensity and resilience from his players. “We went ahead, had chances to score the second, but in the second half we lacked balance,” Ancelotti told reporters. “We conceded counter-attacks, and it was n

 Isese Day: Ogun declares August 20th as public holiday  Ogun State Government has declared Tuesday, August 20th,  as public holiday to celebrate  this year’s Isese day, in line with   Dapo Abiodun-led administration’s firm belief in religious inclusivity.  According to a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, the work-free day will allow traditional worshippers across the State to commemorate their special day. The statement added that Ogun State remains an exemplary federating unit with enviable level of religious cohesion and harmony,  even in the face of diversity.  It, therefore, urged traditional worshippers in the state to celebrate in moderation and respect the right of others religions in the course of celebration,  so as to sustain the inherent culture of religious tolerance in the State. The statement also charged the adherents to use the special festive period to pray for peace  and economic advancement in Ogun S

 ‘I am Igbo’ – Jamaican reggae icon, Buju Banton reveals Jamaican reggae icon Buju Banton has revealed that he has Igbo heritage, tracing his roots to the Igbo tribe of Nigeria. During a recent appearance on the popular Drink Champs podcast, co-hosted by N.O.R.E and DJ EFN, Banton discussed his cultural lineage, stating that his tribe, the Maroons, originated from the Igbo people. Banton expressed deep concern over the current situation in Jamaica, where he claims that the Indigenous Maroon lands are under threat. According to the reggae legend, the Jamaican government is allowing Chinese and other foreign entities into their region, leading to the displacement of the Maroon community. Buju Banton said, “Our Indigenous way of life and our land are being threatened by the current government of Jamaica which seeks to bring Chinese and other nationalities into the Cockpit region which is an Indigenous sacred region to usurp us the Maroons as the warriors. “Maroons are some of the Indigeno

 My Handkerchief Raised A Deceased of 11 Days Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has recounted a miraculous event in which an anointed handkerchief from his church played a role in resurrecting a woman who had been deceased for 11 days. During a recent sermon, Pastor Adeboye shared the extraordinary story of a man working in Lagos who learned of his sister's death in the Eastern part of Nigeria. The man, unable to immediately travel due to work commitments, requested that her burial be delayed until he could secure permission to attend. Despite his efforts, by the time he was able to make the journey, his sister had been dead for eleven days. Armed with an anointed handkerchief from his church, the man placed it on his sister and prayed fervently. In a remarkable turn of events, Pastor Adeboye reported that the woman was restored to life, demonstrating the power of faith and divine intervention. The story was shared with congregan

 Daar Communications sacks Tosin Dokpesi, Ambrose Somide, Tony Akiotu, other directors   The management of Daar Communications has sacked its chairman's wife, Mrs. Tosin Dokpesi, the MD, Tony Akiotu, and nine other directors. It was gathered that Daar Communications Plc, owners of Africa Independent Television (AIT) and RayPower, has asked directors who have spent 10 years and above in executive positions to go on retirement. A source close to the company said that the retirement will take effect in November. Among those affected are Tony Akiotu, Tosin Dokpesi, Ambrose Somide, Paulyn Ugbodaga and Tony Uyah. “About 11 directors that have spent 10 years and above have been asked to go on retirement. One of them is Tosin Dokpesi who is the widow of our founder and chairman Chief Raymond Dokpesi,” a staff speaking under anonymity disclosed. Recall that Daar Communications founder Raymond Dokpesi died on May 29, 2023. His son Raymond Dokpesi Jr has been chairman since 2019. The company

 NDLEA Proposes Mandatory Drug Tests For Varsity Admissions  The Commandant of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kwara State, Hajia Fatima Abiola-Popoola, has proposed that newly admitted university students should be made to undergo mandatory drug tests as part of their admission process. She explained that this would “Serve as a preventive measure while offering early intervention and counselling for those already using drugs to prevent them from becoming problematic users”. Hajia Abiola-Popoola made the suggestion during a radio programme in Ilorin. The NDLEA boss further expressed concern over the rising number of drug users in the country. She said: “A 2018 survey shows that 14.3 million people were using drugs in Nigeria. One out of 7 persons in Nigeria is a drug user and one out of 4 drug users is a woman. “This shows that the society is in trouble because a woman is the administrator of the home.”