Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Tinubu lauded for removal of S-East marginalisation —Umahi Minister of Works, David Umahi Tinubu lauded for removal of S-East marginalisation —Umahi … having “equitable distribution of the dividends of democracy.” Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has stated that President Bola Tinubu has broken the long-standing jinx of marginalisation suffered by the South-East Region in Nigeria’s political and infrastructural landscape. Umahi made the declaration over the weekend during a civic reception organised in his honour by the Okposi Okwu community in the Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The community recognised the minister for his contributions to social harmony,…

Tariffs: World finance leaders meet in Washington for trade talks, China warns Tariffs: World finance leaders meet in Washington for trade talks, China warns * Increase in tariffs needs seeking ways to minimise the economic adversity. Finance leaders from around the world are gathering in Washington this week for the semi-annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group. Meanwhile, China has issued a strong warning, declaring it would retaliate against any country that aligns with the United States’ efforts to isolate Beijing, as the trade war between the two global economic superpowers deepens and begins to…

Nasdaq: CBN, NGX Group unite to unveil Nigeria’s reform-driven growth Olayemi Cardoso CBN, NGX Group unite to unveil Nigeria’s reform-driven growth *… points to importance of strong partnership between the CBN and Nigerians in diaspora. To attract global capital and enhance investor’s confidence, Nigeria’s top financial leaders presented a unified front at a strategic investment forum hosted at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York. The event, according to a statement from the Nigerian Exchange Plc, NGX Group, was organized by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in collaboration with Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), JPMorgan, and the African Private Capital…

Ebenezer Obey, hale and hearty Ebenezer Obey  Ebenezer Obey, hale and hearty Legendary musician, Evangelist Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, has shut down rumours of his death, saying that he is very much alive, healthy and in high spirits. In a video released on Tuesday morning, the 83-year-old icon appeared energetic and vibrant, countering the false reports with a musical performance. Obey-Fabiyi, in a blend of Yoruba, English and Pidgin, sang: “Hello, my name is Professor Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi. Satan, you don lose o, Satan, you don lose o, you don pafuka. Na lie lie you dey talk, you don pafuka.” He followed the…

National Assembly pushes ahead resumption date * …move to allow members participation in the Workers’ Day celebration in their constituents. The Senate and House of Representatives have postponed the resumption of plenary to May 6. Meanwhile, the Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA) has tasked the Nigerian political class to concentrate on tackling the insecurity in the country rather than focusing on the 2027 election. The two chambers embarked on Easter and Eid-el-Fitr holidays on March 27 and were expected to resume plenary on Tuesday, April 29. But a statement issued by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, yesterday,…

Yul Edochie at 43, says: “Ageing sweet me die.” Yul Edochie Yul Edochie at 43, says: “Ageing sweet me die.” Nollywood actor and traditionalist Yul Edochie has opened up about the beauty of ageing, encouraging fans not to be ashamed of growing older. On Instagram, the 43-year-old thespian pondered why society often frowns at ageing, describing it instead as a blessing and a beautiful phase of life. According to him, growing older comes with a deeper understanding of life, something he cherishes as he enjoys his 43rd year. “This my 43 dey sweet me die. I don’t want to be…

U.S. reveals new requirements for visa applicants as from April 22 U.S. reveals new requirements for visa applicants as from April 22 The United States of America has announced that starting from April 22, 2025, all visa applicants in Abuja and Lagos must bring a DS-160 visa application form with a confirmation/barcode number (starting with AA and followed by 00 – two zeroes) that matches the one used to make their appointment online. The U.S. added that all applicants must make their appointment in the location they selected when filling out the DS-160 form. The statement from the U.S. further…

Nigeria, Swiss firm to launch drug manufacturing academy Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate. * … giving support to the national goal of producing 70 per cent of pharmaceuticals by 2030. Nigeria, Swiss firm to launch drug manufacturing academy. The Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Empower School of Health (Empower Swiss) Geneva to establish a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Training Academy in Nigeria. This strategic partnership aims to bridge the workforce gap in the pharmaceutical sector and support the national goal of producing 70 per cent of pharmaceuticals…

Record shows 40 million northern Christians displaced since 2009 Record shows 40 million northern Christians displaced since 2009. The International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Inter-Society) has raised the alarm over what it described as a systematic and violent campaign against Christians and ethnic communities in Nigeria, particularly in the South East and the Middle Belt regions. In a statement issued on Easter Monday in Owerri, Imo State capital, the organisation alleged that since mid-2015, no fewer than 20,300 defenceless residents of the South East have been killed by suspected herdsmen and allegedly complicit federal security forces.…

Pope’s death: Nigeria’s Muslim community reacts, condolences to Christendom Pope Francis | Credit: AFP Nigeria’s Muslim community reacts, condolences to Christendom. The Lagos State University Muslim Community expressed shock at the death of Pope Francis. Describing the pontiff as an iconic leader whose legacy of universal peace will be long remembered. The Chief Imam of the LASU Muslim community, Prof. Amidu Sanni, discussed with the News Agency of Nigeria, describing the news as a “rude shock.” Pope Francis passed away on Monday, April 21, at the age of 88 after a prolonged illness. “His loss is devastating, as he was…