Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Fuel subsidy palliative: 12m Nigerians to receive N8k via digital transfers — FG Federal Government on Tuesday disclosed plans for the disbursement of the proposed N8,000 palliative to 12 million poor Nigerians. The disbursement which is to be coordinated by the National Social Safety Net Coordinating Office (NASSCO), headed by Mr. Yowa Apera, would be paid through the National Cash Transfer Office (NCTO). In an exclusive interview with Nigerian Tribune, Mr Apera the payments of the N8,000 will be done by digital transfers direct to the bank accounts or mobile wallets of the beneficiaries through the National Cash Transfer Office…

Nigerians ‘smartest people’ in the world — Akon Nigerians ‘smartest people’ in the world — Akon Senegalese-American singer, Akon says Nigerians are the “smartest people” in the world. In a recent interview on the Drink Champs podcast, the music executive described Nigerians as “extremely talented people”. The 50-year-old Senegalese also said “more billionaires are being made in Nigeria” than in any other country. “Nigeria is compared to New York City.This could be debatable but Nigerians are the smartest people on the planet,” he said. “I promise you, there is nobody smarter than a Nigerian. Now of course there are a…

GIPLC Presents N100m to Transform Lives The Global Initiative for Peace, Love, and Care (GIPLC) orchestrated a gift-giving ceremony that would forever change the lives of Nigerian children battling critical health conditions. With hearts brimming with hope and anticipation, the beneficiaries and their families gathered, their spirits uplifted by the generosity of Igho Charles Sanomi and his donors to his esteemed foundation. The event, a testament to the unwavering dedication of GIPLC, was a celebration of unity and the power of collective action. It was a moment when the symphony of humanity reached its crescendo, as over N100 million ,…

Ekiti Former Speaker, Aribisogan, Inaugurates Journalism School A former Speaker of Ekiti State House of Assembly, Hon. Gboyega Aribisogan, has suggested ways to address the problem of unemployment in Nigeria, saying the youths need to be equipped with vocational and entrepreneurial skills. Aribisogan noted that this would enable them to not only become self-employed but also become employers of labour themselves. He made the remarks at the inauguration of a journalism school, ‘Africanvoice International Training and Development Academy’ in Ado-Ekiti, which took place at the academy complex. Aribisogan said the focus of the academy is on equipping the youths with…

Accolades, Bipartisan Praise, Dances as Ikenne Salutes Osinbajo Underlying the notion of celebration everywhere is the idea of accomplishments and success. This is why Yoruba people in Nigeria are generally renowned for their sometimes lavish weekend parties and rejoicings. Sunday, July 8, was no different as the people of Ikenne and their friends across the nation celebrated their illustrious son and associate, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, after his tour of duty and eight meritorious years of service to the nation as Vice President. I need not state that the Prof was with his beautiful wife, Oludolapo, whom he fondly calls ‘’Dolly’’.…

 Kyari Reveals ‘Who’ Is Responsible For Rising Petrol Prices The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Mele Kyari, says market forces are responsible for the rising pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) known as petrol. Kyari spoke on Tuesday afternoon after a meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Aso Rock. He said with deregulation of the oil sector, market realities will force the price of petrol up sometimes and at other times force it down. The NNPCL boss said the increase in the pump price per litre of petrol from N540…

Napoli Wants Chukwueze To Join ‘Best Friend’ Osimhen At Club Chukwueze Serie A champions, Napoli, have joined the race to sign Nigerian winger, Samuel Chukwueze as a potential move would see him join his friend and international teammate, Victor Osimhen at Naples. Napoli are ready to battle AC Milan, Real Madrid, Aston Villa, and Newcastle to convince the talented winger, Chukwueze for a move to Italy. Villarreal are willing to sell Chukwueze but his €30m price tag has discouraged his suitors. According to Italian transfer expert Rudy Galetti, Napoli are keen to secure the signature of the 24-year old winger…

Napoli Wants Chukwueze To Join ‘Best Friend’ Osimhen At Club Chukwueze Serie A champions, Napoli, have joined the race to sign Nigerian winger, Samuel Chukwueze as a potential move would see him join his friend and international teammate, Victor Osimhen at Naples. Napoli are ready to battle AC Milan, Real Madrid, Aston Villa, and Newcastle to convince the talented winger, Chukwueze for a move to Italy. Villarreal are willing to sell Chukwueze but his €30m price tag has discouraged his suitors. According to Italian transfer expert Rudy Galetti, Napoli are keen to secure the signature of the 24-year old…

Napoli Wants Chukwueze To Join ‘Best Friend’ Osimhen At Club Chukwueze Serie A champions, Napoli, have joined the race to sign Nigerian winger, Samuel Chukwueze as a potential move would see him join his friend and international teammate, Victor Osimhen at Naples. Napoli are ready to battle AC Milan, Real Madrid, Aston Villa, and Newcastle to convince the talented winger, Chukwueze for a move to Italy. Villarreal are willing to sell Chukwueze but his €30m price tag has discouraged his suitors. According to Italian transfer expert Rudy Galetti, Napoli are keen to secure the signature of the 24-year old winger…

Alcaraz Attempts To Keep Lid On Great Expectations Carlos Alcaraz is determined to quash any suggestions that his epic Wimbledon final win over Novak Djokovic represents the dawn of a new era despite all indications that tennis has witnessed a generational shift. On Sunday, the 20-year-old became the tournament’s youngest champion since Boris Becker in 1986. His rollercoaster 1-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 victory prevented 36-year-old Djokovic from becoming its oldest champion. It also thwarted Djokovic’s dream of equalling Roger Federer’s best of eight titles at the All England Club and matching Margaret Court’s record of 24 Grand Slam…