Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Sanusi briefed the President after he met with military leaders in Niger Republic. Sanusi briefs Tinubu about meeting with Niger military leaders Sanusi briefed the President after he met with military leaders in Niger Republic. The 14th Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has met with President Bola Tinubu following his return from the Niger Republic, where he held talks with the country’s military junta. The former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor arrived at the Presidential Villa at about 8:25 pm, immediately after Tinubu met a high delegation of the Nigeria Islamic Ulama over the Niger impasse. The former…

Lagos govt promises state-of-the-art facilities for AFCON 2027 Illo said six states in Nigeria and two cities in the Republic of Benin had been proposed to host the competition. Lagos State Deputy Gov. Dr Obafemi Hamzat (middle) officials of CAF and officials of the state government. [NAN] Lagos State Deputy Gov. Dr Obafemi Hamzat (middle) officials of CAF and officials of the state government. [NAN] The Lagos State government has assured the Confederation of African Football (CAF) of state-of-the-art sporting facilities and an enabling environment at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance during a…

Amusan not listed in Nigeria’s squad for 2023 World Athletics Championship [FILES] Oluwatobi Amusan World record holder in the 100m hurdles Tobi Amusan was not included in Nigeria’s squad that will compete at the 2023 World Athletics Championship in Budapest, Hungary. On Tuesday, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) unveiled the male and female athletes that will represent the country at the athletic championship billed for 19 to 27, August. Amusan’s omission is due to the charges against her by the Athletic Integrity Unit (AIU) for missing three doping tests in a 12-year span. Missing three drug tests can lead…

Sanusi meets Niger Coup leaders ahead of ECOWAS leaders meeting Sanusi is the Khalifa of Tijjaniyyah sect in West Africa. Former CBN Governor, Lamido Sanusi (far left) with Aboubacar Sanda Oumarou, the Sultan of Damagaran, a city in Niger in a meeting with the leaders of the junta in the Republic of Niger [Daily Trust] Former CBN Governor, Lamido Sanusi (far left) with Aboubacar Sanda Oumarou, the Sultan of Damagaran, a city in Niger in a meeting with the leaders of the junta in the Republic of Niger [Daily Trust] The 14th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi is currently in…

A Visionary Choice: Nwoko’s key position in senate committee sparks hope for change. By Adeniyi Ifetayo In a evolving into an energy source through processes such as landfill gas utilization, cogeneration, incineration etc. Utilizing the energy released from waste materials to generate electricity. This innovative concept has garnered support from Delta State’s Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, showcasing the practicability of Nwoko’s ideas. Nwoko’s appointment as the Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment is an astute move, aligning his strategic vision with actionable influence. As he embraces his new leadership mantle, Nwoko’s constituents and Nigeria as a whole are…

2nd Year Anniversary: Family, Friends Honour Late Capt Hosa In Uk The family, friends and business associates of Late business mogul and philanthropist, Capt (Dr) Idahosa Wells Okunbo , Tuesday gathered to honour him at a quiet reception held in London, United Kingdom to mark his second year memorial anniversary. Last Sunday a special memorial church thanksgiving service was also held at the Light House Holy Trinity Finchley, London, and was presided over by Pastor Itua Ighodalo which had the theme, “Still Thanking God” to celebrate the life and times of one of Nigeria greatest humanist and industrialist. The thanksgiving…

Sexual Abuse: Ekiti First Lady Urges Parents to Protect Children during Holiday First Lady of Ekiti State, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, has urged parents to do everything possible to protect their children who are presently on holidays, to prevent them from falling victims to sexual abuse. Oyebanji, who noted that child abuse, especially sexual violations of minors, is very common during holidays, and urged parents not to allow their kids to go on holidays in places they can’t vouch for their safety. She made the remark in Ado Ekiti yesterday during training for male teachers on the ‘Prohibition of Gender-Based Violence…

Sexual Abuse: Ekiti First Lady Urges Parents to Protect Children during Holiday First Lady of Ekiti State, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, has urged parents to do everything possible to protect their children who are presently on holidays, to prevent them from falling victims to sexual abuse. Oyebanji, who noted that child abuse, especially sexual violations of minors, is very common during holidays, and urged parents not to allow their kids to go on holidays in places they can’t vouch for their safety. She made the remark in Ado Ekiti yesterday during training for male teachers on the ‘Prohibition of Gender-Based Violence…

 Having Jide Kosoko As My Father Has Had Negative Effect On My… Having Jide Kosoko As My Father Has Had Negative Effect On My Career – Daughter Speaks Temilade, the last daughter of veteran actor Jide Kosoko has revealed the impact her father had in her acting career. During a recent interview, she revealed that she’s not happy when people attach her acting success to her father. She revealed that most of the people she knows today within the movie or entertainment industry she got to know them herself and not through the help of her father. She spoke during…

June 12 Annulment Made Me Give Up On Nigerian Elections – Pete Edochie Pete Edochie says he gave up on Nigerian elections after the annulment of the June 12 1993 polls. The actor, in an interview, said he has no lust for partaking in political discussions because they give him no hope. He told Chude Jideonwo, the media entrepreneur, that the annulled poll is the only credible one Nigeria has had. Nigeria held a presidential election on June 12, 1993, the first since the 1983 coup ended the second republic. The election was the outcome of a transition to civilian…