Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Oborevwori: Aiming for the Best for Deltans Fred Edoreh writes about steps being taken by Delta State Governor, Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, towards ensuring that ongoing projects are executed and delivered according to laid down standards and specifications. In less than one month in office, Delta State Governor, Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has been all over the three senatorial districts to inspect various projects. What stands out though is not merely the tour but the mind with which he embarked on it. He revealed his heart at the inspection of the Ibuzor Road, Asaba, when he said his administration…

Take Aways from Tinubu’s First Foreign Trip Oche Egwa writes about the recent first official foreign trip of President Bola Tinubu to Paris, France, during which world leaders commended his government for the prompt economic steps taken in less than one month in office. Timing matters in everything. Less than 24 hours in office, two directives by Nigeria’s newly sworn-in President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, set the tone for emerging change, reverberating across the country and the world. Albeit, initially greeted with consternation and skepticism, steadily and inevitably, the doubt has given way to applause. On President Tinubu’s first…

See the joint $100 million project between Zambia and Tanzanian Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan Tanzania’s Taifa Gas and Zambia’s Delta Marimba join forces to build a $100 million LPG energy facility in northern Zambia. The new power station, set to contribute 100 megawatts to Zambia’s grid, highlights growing economic ties between Tanzania and Zambia. Zambia’s eyes increased power generation to meet rising demand from the consumer and mining sectors, positioning itself as an energy hub in the region. A $100 million energy facility will be built in Zambia by the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)…

7 HABITS THAT TURN BOYS INTO MEN: 1. Taking Responsibility: Real men understand the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and decisions. They don’t make excuses or blame others for their circumstances. Instead, they own up to their mistakes, learn from them, and strive to do better. 2. Developing Self-Discipline: Men cultivate self-discipline in all areas of life. They set goals, create effective routines, and stick to them. By mastering self-discipline, they resist instant gratification and make choices that align with their long-term visions. 3. Seeking Continuous Growth: Men are committed to personal growth and lifelong learning. They actively…

Lekki port receives first transshipment vessel The management of Lekki Deep Seaport has announced the arrival of Rimbaud, the first transshipment vessel to call at the container terminal of the deep seaport. A statement by the port said that the vessel owned by CMA CGM shipping company, arrived at the terminal on Thursday. The statement added that the vessel came with cargo from two of the largest container shipping lines in the world, CMA CGM and Maersk. According to the statement, the vessel was carrying 411 twenty-foot equivalent units of transshipment cargo and had a nominal container…

Lekki port receives first transshipment vessel The management of Lekki Deep Seaport has announced the arrival of Rimbaud, the first transshipment vessel to call at the container terminal of the deep seaport. A statement by the port said that the vessel owned by CMA CGM shipping company, arrived at the terminal on Thursday. The statement added that the vessel came with cargo from two of the largest container shipping lines in the world, CMA CGM and Maersk. According to the statement, the vessel was carrying 411 twenty-foot equivalent units of transshipment cargo and had a nominal container…

Tinubu arrives Ogun, meets Awujale, Alake President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, arrived Ogun, on a private visit to the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona and Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo. He touched down at the Dipo Dina International Stadium, Ijebu Ode, at exactly 10.17 am, in a presidential chopper 5N FG2, Nigeria Air Force. Tinubu was received by the state governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, his deputy, Engr Noimot Salako-Oyedele, the national leader of the All Progressives Congress APC, Aremo Olusegun Osoba. He was in company of his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, National…

Actor RMD excited as he joins Oscars Voting Academy Nollywood veteran actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo, has expressed excitement after he was invited alongside three other Nigerians to join the Academy of Motion Picture, Arts, and Sciences, the parent body of the Oscars Award. The Academy made this announcement on Wednesday, with a list of 398 “distinguished artists and executives” joining the organisation in 2023. According to the release shared via the Academy’s website, the selection was made “based on professional qualifications, with an ongoing commitment to representation, inclusion and equity.” A joint statement by Academy CEO Bill Kramer…

Clergymen condemn Qur’an burning in Sweden Northern Christian clergies have strongly condemned the burning of the Holy Quran in Sweden. They are also calling for calm in Nigeria and the world as a whole. The burning of the Quran took place on Wednesday, coinciding with the celebration of Eid al-Adha, one of the most important festivals in the Muslim calendar. Reverend Dr James Nobel, the co-director of the Interfaith Mediation Center, and Pastor Yohanna Buru, the General Overseer of Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry in Kaduna, condemned the actions of the Swedish government for authorizing the burning…

Tinubu’s convoy: Leaders must sacrifice if Nigerians should do same – Peter Obi Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, has said that leaders who ask followers to sacrifice for a better Nigeria must also lead by example. Obi made the assertion while reacting to a question on the viral video of the long convoy of President Bola Tinubu in Lagos on Wednesday. Speaking on Thursday at St Faith Cathedral, Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Awka, during the burial Mass of the late Dean Emeritus of the Church of Nigeria, the Most…