Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Douye Diri Marks 5th Anniversary In Office With Medical Outreach Douye Diri Douye Diri Marks 5th Anniversary In Office With Medical Outreach. For his 5th-anniversary in office celebrations, the Bayelsa State Government has launched an extensive medical outreach programme at Ikarama Cottage Hospital in the Okordia Clan of Yenagoa LGA. Spearheaded by Governor Douye Diri under his prosperity government, the initiative is aimed at establishing a robust, resilient healthcare system that ensures equitable access to quality medical services for Bayelsa residents, in line with the state’s Assured Agenda. At the programme’s launch, Diri outlined the services on offer, which include…

RCCG Pastor Adeboye’s call released TikToker SeaKing Pastor Adeboye • RCCG Pastor Adeboye’s call released TikToker SeaKing. Olumide Ogunsanwo, popularly known as SeaKing, has been released from police custody, according to Omoyele Sowore. The social media personality was arrested over allegations of cyberbullying against Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), following remarks made during a live session in December 2024. Sowore, a former presidential candidate and vocal advocate for SeaKing’s release, announced on Monday via X (formerly Twitter) that the TikToker had been freed from detention. “We are pleased to confirm that Olumide…

As Atiku visits Obasanjo, speculations on 2027 Presidential ambition fills the air L-R: Sen. Abdul Ningi, Atiku, Obasanjo, Imoke and Tambuwal in Abeokuta As Atiku visits Obasanjo, speculations on 2027 Presidential ambition fills the air. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s Monday visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta has reignited conversations about his political future and the potential realignment of forces ahead of the 2027 presidential election. While Atiku has publicly dismissed any linkage between the meeting and his electoral ambitions, the political undercurrents suggest otherwise. Atiku, who was the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in…

I sacked my daughter when she was late — Obasanjo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo I sacked my daughter when she was late — Obasanjo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday, recalled how he sacked his daughter from his farm on account of late coming to work. According to Obasanjo, the action had an indescribable effect on all his employees, saying “if Baba could do this to his daughter, who are we?” The former President, who made the disclosure, while playing host to the new Chairman, Board of Management of Federal Medical Centre Idi-Aba in Abeokuta, Dr Dayo Israel, who was on…

NAMA reaches 76.5% in ICPC compliance rating Nigerian Airspace Management Agency The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency has measured up to 76.5 per cent compliance score in the 2024 Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard conducted by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission. This rating reflects a significant adherence to ethical and integrity standards among federal agencies. In a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Abdullahi Musa, the ICPC, in a post-deployment letter dated February 6, 2025, read, “Sequel to the deployment, scoring, and ratings of assessed MDAs, your documents were analysed, and your…

Swearing by Quran, Ari says he’s not bothered about sack, ‘Binani of APC won Adamawa guber election, not Fintiri of PDP’ Swearing by Quran, Ari says he’s not bothered about sack, ‘Binani of APC won Adamawa guber election, not Fintiri of PDP’ Hardly a week after the National Assembly approved his dismissal, former Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Adamawa State, Barr Hudu Ari, has insisted that the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 general elections in the state, Senator Aisha Dahiru Binani, won the poll. He had been suspended after he declared Binani as the…

US Visa Drop Box Provision Missing In Nigeria US Visa Drop Box Provision Missing In Nigeria. The drop box visa processing option is no longer available for US visa applicants in Nigeria, marking a significant shift in the visa renewal process. Nairametrics sources confirm that the service, which previously allowed eligible applicants to renew their visas without an in-person interview, has been quietly removed from the appointment booking system. While the US Embassy in Nigeria has yet to issue an official statement on the change, applicants attempting to schedule visa renewals have reported that the drop box feature is no…

The duo of Kumuyi, Adeboye emerge Yoruba Persons of the Year 2025 Kumuyi and Adeboye The duo of Kumuyi, Adeboye emerge Yoruba Persons of the Year 2025 The General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, and the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, have been announced as winners of the Irohinodua 2025 Persons of the Year Award. The editorial board of Irohin Odua, the first pan Yoruba news online, disclosed this in a statement published on its website on Saturday, commending the duo for their outstanding service to God and humanity.…

Saudi Arabia restricts to single-entry visas for countries including Nigeria Saudi Arabia restricts to single-entry visas for countries including Nigeria Saudi Arabia has introduced new visa regulations that will impact travelers from 14 countries, restricting them to single-entry visas valid for 30 days with no option for extension. The changes apply to tourists, business travelers, and those visiting family members, while excluding applicants for Hajj, Umrah, diplomatic, or residency visas. The new regulations target travellers from the following nations: Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sudan, Tunisia, and Yemen. Saudi authorities have cited the misuse…

Peter Obi’s visit to Indonesia explained Peter Obi Peter Obi’s visit to Indonesia explained Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections and former governor of Anambra State, Dr. Peter Obi has revealed the motive behind his recent trip to Indonesia. According to Obi, the trip was to understudy the progress made so far by the Asian country and compare with Nigeria’s as a wake up call. The opposition politician revealed this on his X handle on Sunday. “Driven by my firm conviction that what is imperatively required now is to learn from and strictly apply the…