Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Makinde steps aside, hands over power to deputy Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, will be going on leave for one month, starting from Friday, August 29, 2025. According to a letter read on the floor of the House of Assembly by Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin on Tuesday, Makinde notified lawmakers in line with Section 190(1) of the Constitution and handed over full powers to his deputy, Barrister Bayo Lawal, who will serve as Acting Governor throughout the period. “I hereby transmit that during the period indicated above, the Deputy Governor, Barrister Bayo Lawal, shall serve as…

Maiduguri cleaner returned N4.8m mistakenly deposited in bank account Faiza Abdulkadir. Photo credit: Web Tertiary hospital cleaner in Maiduguri, Borno State, Faiza Abdulkadir, has gained national attention for her honesty after returning N4.8 million that was mistakenly credited to her bank account. The story, first reported by News Central TV on the 24th of August, has since gone viral on X, with many praising her virtuous character in the midst of Nigeria’s challenging economic climate. In an interview covered by News Central TV, Faiza, who earns just N30,000 monthly and lives with her five children in a single room provided…

FAAN provides wheelchair support for passengers with disabilities, others at airport The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has introduced enhanced wheelchair assistance and special support services for passengers with disabilities, the elderly, and others requiring mobility aid at airports across the country. The authority said the initiative was designed to ensure dignity, safety, and comfort for all categories of travellers. Announcing the development on Monday in a statement on X (Formerly Twitter), FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, noted that wheelchair services will now be available from check-in through boarding and on arrival. “Wheelchair services are…

Fidelity Bank to Host Eduthrive Conference to Empower School Owners Ahead of New Academic Session Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to convene key stakeholders in Nigeria’s education sector for Eduthrive, an inspiring two-day conference designed to equip school owners with the tools and strategies needed to thrive in the upcoming academic session. Themed “Positioning Your School for Growth,” the event will take place from August 28 to 29, 2025, at the Fidelity SME Hub, 22 Lanre Awolokun Street, Gbagada Phase 2, Lagos. It will feature panel discussions, stakeholder engagement sessions, and networking opportunities, including participation from the…

President Lula attends to Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka in Brazil Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Nigerian Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, sharing pleasantries on Monday Photo Credit: X … connecting cultures bilaterally Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Monday hosted Nigerian Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, in a meeting that highlighted the importance of cultural diplomacy and Afro-Brazilian heritage. The visit marks a significant moment in strengthening ties between Brazil and Africa, particularly through the shared history and cultural connections rooted in the African diaspora. During the engagement, President Lula and Professor Soyinka discussed the…

Guinness World Record broken as 102-year-old man climbed Mount Fuji Kokichi Akuzawa….CREDIT: Guinness World Records Japan 102-year-old man with serious heart condition has been certified as the oldest person to climb Mount Fuji. Kokichi Akuzawa, who was born in 1923, summited Japan’s highest peak after climbing a mountain on an almost weekly basis as part of his training. His achievement in early August was recognised by Guinness World Records. “I am six years older than the last time I climbed,” Akuzawa told AFP, referring to his hike up the 3,776-metre (12,388 feet) peak at the age of 96. “I have…

Japan clarifies misunderstanding surrounding special visa reports for Nigerians in ‘Hometown’ initiative Nakanoshima Ohashi Bridge, Kisarazu…Photo Credit: Trip Advisor Web The Japanese government has said that its new “JICA Africa Hometown” initiative does not include granting Nigerians or other Africans special visas or immigration privileges. In a statement issued on Monday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan said reports suggesting that Nigerians moving to Kisarazu city would enjoy a new visa category were “contrary to the facts.” The ministry explained that during the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development, the Japan International Cooperation Agency revealed the Africa…

NELFUND on guidelines for implementation of student loan The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has released guidelines for the administration of the Federal Government’s Student Loan Scheme in public tertiary institutions, setting out rules for eligibility, application, disbursement, and repayment. According to a statement on Tuesday signed by Mrs Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Strategic Communications, applicants must be Nigerian citizens with valid admission into an eligible institution and provide their National Identification Number (NIN), Bank Verification Number (BVN), and Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) details. She noted that loan requests will be processed exclusively through the NELFUND online portal…

African Cultural Festival: LASG, 2Baba, others to feature in September, US African Cultural Festival: LASG, 2Baba, others to feature in September, US Lagos government and Afrobeats musician Innocent Idibia, known as Tuface 2 Baba, and other renowned Nigerian musicians have been invited to promote African art and culture at the forthcoming African Cultural Festival (ACF2025) in Pennsylvania, United States of America. The organisers said Lagos State will be represented by a delegation of creatives, entrepreneurs and innovators passionate about culture and its global relevance. At the same time, Tuface and other musicians will electrify the event with their musical skills.…

Lagos Begins Fresh Registration of Vulnerable Households Lagos State Government has begun a fresh round of data capture to enrol poor and vulnerable households that were missed in its earlier database. This move is meant to boost social protection and welfare delivery across all 57 LGAs/LCDAs. The programme, led by the Lagos State Office of Social Protection, targets delivery support, including money transfers, healthcare access, and social welfare services. This is part of the state’s ongoing effort to decrease poverty and enhance the living conditions of its most vulnerable citizens. While speaking at the flag-off event, the Director of the…