Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Edo Assembly passes bill for parallel official anthem
The Anthem was initiated by wife of the State Governor, Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, but was sent to the Assembly by…
Sanwo-Olu emerges Southwest Governors’ chairman
At the meeting were Governors Lucky Aiyedatiwa (Ondo), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Ademola Adeleke (Osun) and Biodun Oyebanji…
Katsina posts N4.08 billion IGR in first quarter of 2024
“Estimates indicate that the state is poised to surpass the N20 billion mark in internal revenue generation for the year…
Tinubu makes top appointments for NCCC
Her appointment is in accordance with his commitment to actualize Nigeria's green industrial vision, boost investor confidence, and unlock sustainable…
Prolific London child abuser Muhammad Talukdar jailed 14 years
According to the Met Police, Talukdar began sexually abusing the victim in 1998 when she was just eight years old…
Giant python swallows woman
The woman, a resident of Sidenreng Rappang district, had told her husband on Thursday she was going to sell chilies…
U.S. reacts to rescue of Israeli hostages in Gaza
Blinken said the proposal that President Joe Biden outlined eight days ago would bring relief to both the people of…
Obaseki overrules Benin palace, insists ban on Okaigheles stands
But the Benin palace in a statement on Friday, 7 June, said that Okaigheles across the seven local government areas…
4.7 million pupils sit on bare floor in Kano schools – Gov. Yusuf
According to him:. "Today, I stand before you with a profound sense of duty, compelled by the pressing need to…
EFCC busts record 127 internet fraudsters during ‘Yahoo Party’ in Ondo
Oyewale said the alleged internet fraudsters were arrested in an early morning sting operation at a “Yahoo Party” held simultaneously…
Kano Gov. Yusuf set to employs 10, 000 teachers
Yusuf, who stated this while declaring a State-of-Emergency on education in the state on Saturday, said his ambition was to…
Israeli forces rescue four hostages after heavy gunfire
During its October 7 attacks in southern Israel, Hamas killed about 1,200 people and took some 251 people hostage. Some…
11,794 Nigerians killed in lethal violence in 2023, Borno worst hit – Report
According to the report, rural banditry and kidnapping remained prevalent in many states, saying in 2023, Borno State recorded the…
Lagos arraigns woman, Funmi Faith maltreating child in viral video
The statement said Faith would be remanded in custody pending the issuance of the Director of Public Prosecutions' (DPP) legal…
We need adequate funding, equipment to function more effectively – LASEMA
The Permanent Secretary, when asked by the committee to list the challenges of LASEMA so that the agency could be…
FG offers Labour N62,000 as new national minimum wage
According to him, "we are almost there because are just about to sign the dot and there will be a…
World Cup qualifier: Eagles churn out another disappointing draw against South Africa
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru equalised for the Eagles a minute after the restart after a good assist from Alex Iwobi. He buried…
11 Internet fraudsters busted in Rivers, cars, phones recovered
Oyewale said the fraudsters were arrested in a sting operation carried out at Whimpey, Ada George area of Port Harcourt,…
MultiChoice rejects Tribunal’s ruling, heads to Appeal Court
The tribunal, sitting in Abuja, also ordered the PayTv operator to give a one-month free subscription to all its Nigerian…
N60,000 minimum wage not sustainable, can’t fly – Governors
According to the statement, "all things considered, the NGF holds that the N60,000 minimum wage proposal is not sustainable and…
Ecobank hits US$581 million profit before tax in 2023
Alain Nkontchou, Chairman, Ecobank Group, said: “2023 was an encouraging year for our Group. Our organisation has shown resilience in…
Ex-Lagos AG to unveil book on Electronic Transactions June 11
Kazeem, as noted in its preface, said: “In today's digital age, electronic transactions have revolutionized the way we conduct business…
Sanwo-Olu unveils 270 housing units in Egan-Igando
The project located in the Ikeja Division of Lagos State is Cluster One of the proposed 101 blocks of 846…
National Anthems: Purpose and Practice
The Conference based its submission on two main grounds. First, it was of the opinion that the old Anthem is…
Wale Edun didn’t propose N105,000 as minimum wage – Presidency
By Kazeem Ugbodaga The Presidency on Thursday rubbished claims that the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy,…
Breaking: Edun submits new minimum wage proposal cost to Tinubu
Tinubu had given the minister 48 hours to come up with a new minimum wage proposal after Labour unions rejected…
Pepsi unveils new visual identity with takeovers of iconic landmarks in Lagos, Abuja
Utilizing stunning digital animation, the brand brought its new identity to life, showcasing its iconic bottle emerge from the top…
Oshiomhole chairs 256-member Edo APC governorship campaign council
Other notable members included Peter Akpatason, who is Deputy Director-General (DDG), Operations, and Mike Onolememen, Deputy Director-General (DDG), Administration.
Wefill by Wellahealth hosts mixer event for collaboration in healthcare
Wefill’s primary objective in organizing this event was to fortify its relationships with key HMO partners and solidify its position…
Fidelity Bank set to raise N127.1bn
The bank said that the signing ceremony of the combined offer was held in Lagos, revealing that its shareholders had…