Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Malaria: Kwara gov’s wife pledges support for children The First Lady of Kwara State, Olufolake Abdulrazaq, has pledged to use her office to ensure that children in the state no longer die of malaria. She made the pledge on Saturday in Abuja after her investiture as Malaria Ambassador for the state by the Society for Family Health, National Malaria Elimination Programme and other partners against the eradication of malaria. She said that she would use different channels and resources to disseminate messages on the use of malaria preventive medicines for children aged three to 59 months, and the Insecticide Treated…

200 housing units ready in Buhari Estate by December — Abiodun Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Sunday, disclosed that about 200 units of semi-detached, detached, fully detached duplexes and terraces under construction at the Muhammadu Buhari Estate, Abeokuta are at advanced stages of completion and will be delivered before the end of the year. Abiodun also said that his administration is working towards providing affordable houses to all strata of society. The governor stated this while fielding questions from newsmen after he inspected the ongoing construction at the estate, located along Kobape Road, Abeokuta. Prince Abiodun stated that…

Bukola Saraki Foundation clears Mr Ibu’s medical bills The Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation has fully covered the medical expenses of the renowned Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu. This was made known in a statement shared on the foundation’s Facebook page on Friday. The statement said, “The Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation is honoured to have extended support to Mr John Okafor also known as Mr. Ibu, a renowned comedic icon who has graced our screens and brought joy and laughter to countless homes over the past four decades. “When we learned of his recent health challenges and…

Oba of Benin celebrates 7th coronation anniversary Oba of Benin celebrates 7th coronation anniversary amidst thunderous ovation It was a colorful moment and double celebration for the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, as he concluded the 7th year anniversary on the throne of his forebears on Saturday in Benin. The royal event coincided with his birthday as every available space at the palace was filled to capacity by friends and well-wishers from all walks of life. The celebration started with two days of free healthcare and ended with thanks giving on Saturday at National Church in Benin. Omo N’Oba…

Guinness Record: Fubara receives Wosu who trekked from Lagos to Port Harcourt Gov Siminalayi Fubara receiving Promise Wosu,aka Wene who trekked 606 km from Lagos to Port Harcourt in quest for Guinness World Record. Gov Siminalayi Fubara in Port Harcourt on Saturday received Promise Wosu, also known as Wene, a 28-year-old man, who trekked 606 kilometres from Lagos to the Rivers state capital in his quest to set Guinness World Record. While welcoming Wosu, Fubara advised youths in the state to stay away from criminality by engaging in meaningful ventures and productive activities that would reflect positively on their immediate…

Being a single mom is heck of a job – Teebillz lauds ex-wife, Tiwa Savage Tiwa Savage and her husband, Tunji Balogun a.k.a TeeBillz Renowned talent manager, Teebillz has expressed his heartfelt appreciation for his former wife, Tiwa Savage. The couple, who share a son named Jamil, were married for just five years before parting ways. Nevertheless, it’s evident that Tiwa Savage has made commendable efforts to maintain Teebillz’s presence in their son’s life, even going as far as to provide for him, a gesture for which he is immensely grateful. The caption accompanying his post on Instagram reads: “When…

Chef Dammy in hot water with church members for trolling Pastor in leaked chats Dammy and her pastor Renowned Nigerian chef, Chef Dammy, has found herself facing a wave of curses and threats from members of her church recently. This backlash comes after she publicly mentioned her pastor, Adegoke Jeremiah, as a person of interest in case any harm befalls her. Just a few days ago, Chef Dammy, also known as Damilola Adeparusi, took to her Instagram account to reveal that her pastor, Adegoke Jeremiah, had allegedly subjected her to threats and demanded that he should be held accountable if…

See why Zimbabwe’s biggest diamond producer shifted sales to Dubai   Diamond • Zimbabwe’s largest diamond producer has shifted the majority of its sales operations to Dubai. • Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Co. has conducted auctions for 4 million carats of gemstones in Dubai this year • The state-owned mining company aims to achieve revenue of $1 billion by 2030. Zimbabwe’s largest diamond producer has shifted the majority of its sales operations to Dubai, with a focus on direct transactions with cutters, polishers, and traders, effectively bypassing intermediaries. Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Co. has conducted auctions for 4 million carats of gemstones…

Soun of Ogbomosho inaugurates 36-member Coronation committee A 36-member Central Coronation Planning Committee (CCPC) has been inaugurated for the coronation of Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty, Ọba Ghandi Afọlabí Ọlaoye (Orumogege III). In a statement issued by the Chairman of the Media and Publicity sub-committee, The Agbaakin of Ogbomosoland, Chief Sunday Dare, the traditional ruler inaugurated the committee via a Zoom meeting. Chief Sunday Dare said Oba Olaoye thanked and appreciated members for accepting to serve on the committee and taking the time to attend the inauguration. The royal father charged the committee to organise and execute a programme…

Out-of-school children: EU commits £5.4M to teachers’ training In line with its commitment to crash the high number of out-of-school children in the Northwest region of Nigeria by improving access to quality education and empowering youths in the region, the European Union has announced the investment of an additional 5.4 million euros in building the capacity of teachers. EU Commissioner for International Partnerships, Jutta Urpilainen, disclosed in Abuja at the official launch of the €4O million intervention programme on education and youth empowerment in North Western Nigeria through the Global Gateway initiative according to a statement obtained by Punch on…