Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Joeboy Provides Free Danfo Buses For Lagos Residents Nigerian singer, Joseph Akinwale professionally known as Joeboy, has donated free danfo buses to Lagosians to mitigate the effect of the fuel subsidy removal. He provided three buses to offer free transportation for commuters to and fro specific axis around the commercial capital. Joeboy made the announcement through his official Twitter page on Tueday, June 13 accompanied with photos and video of the buses which were branded with the name of his new body of work titled ‘Body and Soul’ The buses will run between the hours of 8 am and…

US congratulates Nigeria on the inauguration of the 10th NASS US congratulates Nigeria on the inauguration of the 10th NASS President BidenJacquelyn Martin, Pool President BidenJacquelyn Martin, Pool The United States of America has extended its warm congratulations to Nigeria following the successful inauguration of the 10th National Assembly. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria conveyed its message of felicitation through a tweet on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. In the tweet, the U.S. Mission wrote, “Congratulations, Nigeria, on the inauguration of the 10th National Assembly!” The congratulatory message demonstrates the United States’ recognition of Nigeria’s commitment to democracy and the peaceful…

Belema Oil Joins NNPC Becomes Second Licensed Company to Run Crude Export in Nigeria A licence for the establishment of Belema Sweet Export Terminal has been awarded by the Federal Government, on Tuesday in Abuja, being a first of its kind in the world, Apples Bite Magazine reports. With the grant of the licence, Nigeria has successfully acquired its first Hybrid Crude Export Terminal, with eight million barrels storage capacity. A licence for the establishment of Belema Sweet Export Terminal The licence was presented on behalf of the Federal Government by the Nigerian Mainstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).…

Is This The Nigeria We Want? Nobody Can Take Us For Fools — MKO Abiola’s June 12 Speech That Got Him Arrested, Leading To Death Former president, Muhammadu Buhari, in 2018 declared June 12 as Nigeria’s new Democracy Day as opposed to May 29 which was recognised in the past. The move was considered as a posthumous National Honour to the foremost politician, Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, who is widely believed to have won the June 12, 1993, presidential election. At the time, the presidential election was being held for the first time since the 1983 military coup.…

Love Inspired me to Start my Foundation – Chinagorom Clare Ezeakacha Chinagorom Clare Ezeakacha, a compassionate Nigerian social entrepreneur, has dedicated her life to improving the lives of the less privileged through the Clare Cares Foundation. Inspired by love and a desire to bring happiness to others, Clare has embarked on a journey filled with both challenges and rewards, with a focus on making a positive impact on society. Asked what inspired her to start the Clare Cares Foundation, she said:”It’s been an interesting and life changing process for me. There’s also been a mix of tears and laughter.…

Guinness World Record Finally Certifies Hilda Baci For Longest Cooking Marathan Record The Guinness World Record has certified Hilda Baci as the holder of the record for the longest cooking marathon. “After reviewing all the footage, we’re delighted to announce that Hilda Baci is the new record holder for the longest cooking marathon (individual),” GWR tweeted on Tuesday. Trixxng.com

Akpabio emerges Senate President, defeats Yari Senator Godswill Akpabio has emerged the 10th President of the Senate after defeating Senator Abdulaziz Yari. The lawmakers-elect had earlier commenced voting on the floor of the Nigerian Senate, in the build-up to the inauguration of the 10th National Assembly. Senator Ali Ndume nominated Senator Godswill Akpabi, after reading the biography of the former Akwa Ibom governor. Akpabio’s nomination was seconded by Senator Olamilekan Solomon Yayi from Ogun state. Similarly, Senator Ishaku Abbo nominated Senator Abdul Aziz Yari as Senate President. Prestigenewsonline.com

How UK, US governments dealt with Nigeria over June 12 annulment The sanctions were designed to tighten the noose on Nigeria in all fronts. The annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election by General Ibrahim Babangida is an anti-climax of the political aspiration Nigerians will remember for a longer time. The June 12 episode underscored Nigeria’s collective struggle for democracy. It was a political dream that unified the country with a population of approximately 90 million at the time. With his message of hope, the adjudged winner of June 12 presidential election, Chief Moshood Kashimawo Abiola…

Tinubu: My Administration Will be Faithful to Truth, Equity, Justice *Repledges commitment to diligently fulfill electoral pact with Nigerians Preaident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has repledged his commitment to fulfilling every component of his electoral pact with Nigerians. Addressing the nation on Democracy Day to mark the 30th anniversary of the annulled June 12, 1993 presidential election, Tinubu said his administration would be faithful to truth, equity and justice. The president said: “On my part and that of my administration, I pledge anew our commitment to diligently fulfilling every component of our electoral pact with the people –…

AbdulRazaq Marks Democracy Day with Kwara’s Special Needs Children Kwara State Governor and Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) Chairman AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Monday visited the school for special needs in Ilorin, the capital city, to spend the Democracy Day with the children, a not-so-surprising carryover of his deep affiliation with the underserved communities since his assumption of office in 2019. Accompanied by school officials, the governor inspected some facilities in the school, including classrooms recently fixed by the administration and those freshly affected by rainstorms. He later interacted with the school head, Abdulganiyu Olododo, on pending issues in the…