Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Aribo in contention to make Championship debut Southampton manager Russell Martin has confirmed that Super Eagles midfielder, Joe Aribo is in contention to make his Championship debut when the Saints take on Sheffield Wednesday on Friday, August 4.Aribo missed Southampton’s final pre-season games against Bournemouth and AZ Alkmaar and is now set to be fit for his side’s league opener. Before his injury, he scored a goal in the Championship side’s 4-2 win over Reading. Speaking ahead of their first league game of the season, Martin confirmed the availability of the Nigerian midfielder as well as Stuart Armstrong and Jan…

2nd Niger Bridge Why we’re not plying 2nd Niger bridge – Drivers The National President of Heavy Duty Drivers Association, Mr Uchenna Nebuwa says members of the association and other drivers no longer use the second Niger Bridge because of security concerns. Nebuwa told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Onitsha that criminals have taken over the route, including the Obosi-Owerri axis of the road. According to him, hoodlums, armed robbers and kidnappers now operate along the bridge. “Drivers are afraid because there is no adequate security on the second Niger bridge, Federal Government should provide security…

We’ll celebrate diverse culinary culture of West Africa at WAFFEST’23 — APCN As part of efforts to celebrate the rich and diverse culinary culture of West Africa and Nigeria in particular, the Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria, APCN, has said that preparations are on top gear to host the 2023 West African Food Festival (WAFFEST) in Nigeria. This was disclosed by the National President, APCN,, Chef Paulinus Okon, who said that the festival is rotated around West African countries. With the theme, “Preserving West African Flavours: The Chef’s Role in Sustainable Food Tourism”, the National President said that the event…

We’re ready to be Aso Rock sweepers, Miyetti Allah begs Tinubu for appointment Tinubu’s ministerial list Members of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, MACBAN, have asked President Bola Tinubu not to forget them in the ongoing appointments, saying they were even prepared to work as sweepers in Aso Rock, the seat of Federal Government. The Southeast zonal leader of MACBAN, Allhaji Gidado Siddikki, said the call became necessary because cattle breeders across the country prayed and voted for the President during the February 25 presidential election. Siddikki said: “We are demanding for appointments from Tinubu’s government. Even if it is…

EMY Africa Awards set to host Naija alumni to glamorous soirée in Lagos   The prestigious platform is dedicated to celebrating exceptional African personalities The 8th Annual EMY Africa Awards is around the corner, and as a special build-up event, EMY Africa is organising an exclusive soirée in Lagos, Nigeria. The prestigious platform founded by Kojo Soboh is dedicated to celebrating exceptional African men and personalities for their remarkable achievements, and significant contributions, and for inspiring positive change across Africa and beyond, including complementary awards to women challenging the status quo. The awards have become an annual hallmark event, drawing…

F-1 visa denials for African scholars studying in the U.S. have skyrocketed according to new report F-1 visa denials for African scholars studying in the U.S. have skyrocketed according to new report F-1 visa denials for African scholars studying in the U.S. have surged by 68% from 2015 to 2022. Despite improvements in visa processing, African students face 53% higher denial rates compared to other regions. The report calls for urgent policy reforms to ensure equitable access to U.S. education for African students. An alarming trend emerges as a new report by the Presidents’ Alliance and Shorelight reveals a steep…

US Mission hosts the Headies as it returns to Atlanta for 2023 edition The US Consular General lauds the creative partnership between Nigerian and the United States. The U.S. Mission has hailed the creative industry collaboration between the United States and Nigeria that is bringing the two countries closer together in music, film, fashion, arts, tech, professional and educational exchanges. Delivering remarks at the pre-award reception in honor of the 16th Annual Headies Music Awards, U.S. Consul General Will Stevens applauded the burgeoning ties of the two countries in the creative industry. Consul General Stevens explained that the return of…

ONE MILLION TREE PLANTING TARGET:MINISTRY BEGINS REPLACEMENT OF UNGERMINATED SEEDLINGS In ts bid at ensuring that the Ogun State Ministry of Forestry meets its one million trees targeted for the year planting, the Ministry has commenced a Beat Up exercise. Beat Up exercise is an effort made at replanting trees planted but not germinating. This may be a result of a lack of adequate rainfall and other factors that usually hinder the growth of such trees. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Forestry, Mr. Timothy Olatunji stated this during the exercise at Ijale Forest Reserve in Aworo, Yewa North Local Government…

Rita Daniels, the mother of actress Regina Daniels, has taken to social media to share her identity as a strong woman. Accompanied by a striking photo of herself, Rita‘s post has captivated the attention of her numerous followers and admirers. While she chose not to divulge the intimate details of her journey, Rita confidently stated that if people were to hear her story, they would undoubtedly put respect on her name. Her words left fans and admirers intrigued, curious about the circumstances that have shaped her into the strong woman she proudly portrays “Behind every strong woman, there is a…

Ganduje emerges APC National Chairman  Ganduje emerges APC National Chairman The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC has confirmed the appointment of the immediate-past Kano Governor Dr Abdullahi Ganduje as National Chairman of the party. Megastarmagazine reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and chieftains of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are attending the 12th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the party. NEC made the decision at the meeting underway in Abuja on Thursday. It also appointed Senator Basiru Ajibola as National Secretary. Developing Story… Applesbite.com