Suspended Humanitarian Minister, Beta Edu Disowns Prayer Meetings Solidarity Protests
President Tinubu had on January 8, suspended Edu as Minister over alleged financial impropriety and directed an investigation into the Humanitarian Affairs Ministry. However, Edu in a statement signed by her Media aide, Rasheed Olanrewaju, maintained that she is “confident and committed” to the ongoing investigation initiated by the President and cooperating fully with relevant […]
Federal Government to fully automate Student Loan Scheme and fund with Education Tax
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to join hands to fix the country and have a change of mindset towards money. According to a statement from his spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu spoke on Monday when he received a delegation of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) led by its president Archbishop Daniel Okoh at […]
FIFA President calls for forfeiture game when fans commit racist abuse
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino has called for the implementation of an automatic forfeit of games for teams whose fans commit racist abuse. It follows recent incidents at Udinese and Sheffield Wednesday, which he described as “totally abhorrent”Infantino said in a post on X that there should be harsher punishments, as FIFA and football shows full […]
Lagos Governor Seals Oke-Afa and Katangua markets for violating disposal regulations
The Lagos State Government has sealed Oke-Afa market Isolo, and Katangua market Abule Egba, for violating disposal regulations, including sundry unhygienic practices around the markets. Director, Public Affairs of the Lagos Waste Management Authority, Mrs Folashade Kadiri, who disclosed this in a statement, said the closures became expedient to curb mounting environmental health concerns. Speaking […]
NAFDAC on investigation of a viral social media post alleging a woman who fries plantain chips using oil adulterated with polythene
The national agency for food and drug administration and control NAFDAC, says it is investigating a viral social media post alleging a woman who fried plantain chips using oil adulterated with polythene. In a statement by its resident media consultant, Sayo Akintola, NAFDAC said it was taking a science-based approach to verifying the claim before […]
Lagos Government to commence youth capacity building and human development training programme
The Lagos state government has concluded plans to commence a youth capacity building and human capital development training programme. Tagged: “The Transforming Nigerian Youth Programme”, the training scheduled to kickoff in the first quarter of this year, is a collaboration between the Lagos State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, and the Enterprise Development Centre […]
President Tinubu calls for global tax system review
President Bola Tinubu, says developing counties need equitable access to capital, as this would provide the much-needed resources for development. The president who was represented by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, spoke at the 19 th summit of heads of State and Government of the Non-Aligned Movement in Kampala Uganda, where […]
Lagos State bans usage and production of styrofoam and single-use plastics
The Lagos State Government has banned the use and distribution of single-use plastics, such as Styrofoam, in the state. Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who made this known in a statement yesterday, said the decision was in response to the environmental threat posed by single-use plastics, particularly non-biodegradable styrofoams, adding that the […]
Florida Governor quits Presidential race, backs Trump
Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the 2024 US presidential race, and endorsed Donald Trump. The surprise announcement came ahead of this week’s New Hampshire Republican primary, where Mr DeSantis was polling in the single digits. DeSantics said he did not have a clear path to victory, despite being considered a strong contender […]
Davido Sells Out 02 Arena Ahead Of Concert
Award-winning Afrobeats singer David Adeleke also known as Davido has again sold out the iconic O2 Arena in London, ahead of his concert on January 28, 2024. The O2 on their official X account made the announcement. Davido’s “Timeless Tour,” which began in 2023 after the release of his fourth album, “Timeless,” has already wowed […]
