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May 29: Buhari takes President-elect, Tinubu on Aso Rock tour President Muhammmadu Buhari, on Friday, took the President – elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on familiarisation tour of Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. The symbolic event ahead of Monday’s presidential inauguration ceremony was carried out after the duo had observed Jum’aat prayers at the State House Mosque. The State Chief of Protocols (SCoP), Ambassador Lawal Kazaure, provided necessary information on the tour which started from the Council Chamber through the Press Gallery and other places within the Presidential Villa. Presidency officials and security personnel accompanied both…

Buhari explains why he gave National Assembly a free hand to operate Gbajabiamila appealed to the president to assent to the Federal Audit Bill and National Assembly Budget and Research Office Bill passed by the Assembly. President Muhammadu Buhari with Senate President Ahmad Lawan and Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila at the signing of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill in Abuja on February 25, 2022. [Presidency] President Muhammadu Buhari says he decided not to meddle in the affairs of the National Assembly since he became the president in 2015 because of his belief in the independence of the legislature. Buhari said this…

Man Utd beat Chelsea 4 – 1, qualify for Champions League Man Utd beat Chelsea 4 – 1, qualify for Champions League Manchester United’s Portuguese midfielder Bruno Fernandes (L) celebrates with Manchester United’s English striker Jadon Sancho (C) after scoring their third goal from the penalty spot during the English Premier League football match between Manchester United and Chelsea at Old Trafford in Manchester, north west England, on May 25, 2023. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR ‘LIVE’ SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED…

Elumelu@ 60: EWAN Lauds his Investments in Education Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria (EWAN) has felicitated the Chairman of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), Tony Elumelu, on his 60th birthday, describing him as a selfless investor in Nigeria’s education sector. The group, led by its chairman, Mojeed Alabi, said through his corporate social responsibilities to various organisations, he has continued prioritising education and entrepreneurship. In celebration of his landmark birthday, EWAN, at the weekend, presented a portrait to the philanthropist during lunch to welcome the new Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Relations of the bank,…

Man Utd Asked to Pay £140m for Osimhen’s Transfer to Old Trafford *The Napoli striker spotted in Berlin amidst speculations of talks with Bayern As the summer transfer window is fast approaching in Europe, Nigeria and Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, has become the major subject of speculations of where he’s going to anchor his trade next season. Both Manchester United and Bayern Munich appear the front runners for the signature of the Nigerian who led Napoli to their third historic Serie A title this season. Uk’s Daily Mirror reported in its online edition that United have been told…

Shaibu Says Edo Ready to Host Nigeria’s First Gold Label Race at Okpekpe Edo State Deputy Governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu has said that the state is ready to host the first Gold label 10km road race in Nigeria. Shaibu said in Benin on Wednesday that everything arrangement is in place for the world-class race. “We are ready to host another world-class event come Saturday in Okpekpe, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State,” said Shaibu who assured stakeholders of adequate security. Shaibu is delighted the race has continued to grow from being the first to…

Shaibu Says Edo Ready to Host Nigeria’s First Gold Label Race at Okpekpe Edo State Deputy Governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu has said that the state is ready to host the first Gold label 10km road race in Nigeria. Shaibu said in Benin on Wednesday that everything arrangement is in place for the world-class race. “We are ready to host another world-class event come Saturday in Okpekpe, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State,” said Shaibu who assured stakeholders of adequate security. Shaibu is delighted the race has continued to grow from being the first to be granted…

Edo Deputy Governor to Flag off Okpekpe Race on Saturday *Dan Oil partners organisers for a world-class event this weekend The sports loving Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Philip Shaibu, will flag off the ninth Okpekpe 10km International Road Race on Saturday in Okpekpe. Dare Esan, the Media and Activation Director for the historic, first 10km road race in Nigeria hinted yesterday that Shaibu will play a dual role at the race. “His Excellency, the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Philip Shaibu, will perform the traditional flag off for the race. He will also participate in…

A STRONGER NIGERIA: CRITICAL AREAS OF INTEREST We must build a healthy nation with the right capacity to meet the demands of the people, writes Joshua J. Omojuwa Love it or hate it, Nigeria will form a new government in three days. Regardless of whether you voted or not, the government will be led by His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The sooner we accept these facts, the easier it will be to look at what lies ahead. Acceptance here does not negate any expectations that some may have from the courts. However, just like the United States Government,…

Stakeholders Proffer Ways to Revamp Aviation Sector Ahead of May 29 As Nigeria is set to welcome a new administration on May 29, 2023, stakeholders in the Aviation sector have identified some steps that should be taken to revamp the aviation industry, increase its contribution to the GDP and cut back capital flight, writes Chinedu Eze. So much hope was raised in late 2015 when the newly appointed Minister of State, Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika, reeled out the plans of the Buhari administration for the aviation sector. The plans he christened, ‘Aviation Road Map’, have not been achieved as…