Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Association of Mega Filling Station to deliver fuel to grassroots at affordable price Association of Mega Filling Station to deliver fuel to grassroots at affordable price. The Association of Mega Filling Station Owners of Nigeria has called for a stronger partnership between the association and the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. The Association said it could transport fuel to the 774 local government headquarters in the country at a cheaper rate to make the product available to the people at the grassroots level. This was contained in a statement made available to journalists in Kaduna on Monday…

Independence Day Broadcast: Salient Points From President Tinubu President Bola Tinubu Independence Day Broadcast: Salient Points From President Tinubu. President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, in a nationwide Independence Day broadcast, unfolded some of the achievements of his administration while also revealing more plans to move the country forward. Below are salient points from his speech. 1.Tinubu said he was aware of the current struggles of many Nigerians with rising living costs and the search for meaningful employment. He assured that the voices of Nigerians were being heard. 2. The President said his administration was committed “to finding sustainable solutions to…

FG lifts retirees’ monthly pensions by N32,000 President Bola Tinubu FG lifts retirees’ monthly pension by N32,000. President Bola Tinubu signed the new minimum wage into law on July 29 after meeting with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria. With the adjustment in salary structures by the committee set up by the government to review the new minimum wage, retirees will now receive an increment of N32,000 in their monthly pensions. According to the memo, dated September 27, 2024 and signed by the Chairman of the NSIWC, Ekpo Nta, the affected retirees are…

Oborevwori has chosen Nollywood star, Ogbeni as SSA entertainment David Ogbeni Oborevwori has chosen Nollywood star, Ogbeni as SSA entertainment. Nollywood Actor, David Ogbeni, has been appointed by the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, as the Senior Special Assistant on Entertainment. His appointment was contained in a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu. Speaking to our correspondent on Monday in Asaba, the state capital, Ogbeni thanked the governor for the opportunity given to serve, considering him worthy to be one of his political aides. He said, “I want to thank our governor, His Excellency,…

DELTA NORTH: Ubulu-Unor’s Dike Aloaye Joins Nigerian Air Force, Backed by Senator Ned Nwoko In another demonstration of his commitment to creating opportunities for his constituents, Senator Ned Munir Nwoko of Delta North senatorial district, has helped secure the enlistment of Dike Victor Aloaye from Ubulu-Unor in Aniocha South Local Government Area into the Nigerian Air Force. Earlier this year, Dike approached Senator Ned Nwoko’s office seeking assistance with his application to join the Air Force. Responding to the request, the senator promptly issued a letter of recommendation and ensured it was diligently followed up through his office. As a…

Uzodimma gives hope to Nigeria on 64th independence day Hope Uzodimma Uzodimma gives hope to Nigeria on 64th independence day. The Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma on Sunday said that Nigerians have every reason to thank God after 64 years of Independence from colonial masters. The governor said this during the anniversary church service at Maria Assumpta Cathedral, Owerri. He said, “Our country’s brightest days lie ahead”. He said that Nigeria’s story is not that of defeat but hope in the Supreme God. He solicited collective prayers for the country and her leaders from the citizenry for a Nation of…

For €90m clause, Osimhen might leave Napoli during January transfer — Report Victor Osimhen For €90m clause, Osimhen might leave Napoli during January transfer — Report Nigerian Victor Osimhen reportedly has a €90m release clause for a permanent move during the January transfer window, according to a report by RAI Sport. Victor Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray on loan earlier this season, had previously attracted interest from clubs like Al-Ahli, Chelsea, and PSG, although negotiations fell through during the summer. Before his loan move, Osimhen extended his contract with Napoli until June 2027, with his release clause lowered from €130m to…

Benin Writers’ Society Celebrates the Birthday of the Wife of Its Founder -Mrs Mary Ogbankwa With a Lovely Poem Mary Ogbankwa For Mary, Born on Freedom’s Day On this day, when the nation sings, A queen was born, a heart with wings. Mary Ogbankwa, so bright, so true, The stars themselves smile down on you. As Nigeria celebrates her rise, You, too, stand tall, a light in the skies. Born with the spirit of a land so free, You embody strength, grace, and harmony. With each passing year, you shine even more, A treasure to cherish, a soul to adore.…

Kekere-Ekun officially sworn in by President Tinubu as substantive CJN Kekere-Ekun officially sworn in by President Tinubu as substantive CJN. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to respecting the independence of the judiciary, vowing never to interfere or abuse the relationship between the executive and judiciary. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of Justice Kudirat Kekere-ekun as the 23rd substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) at the State House, Abuja, on Monday, President Tinubu described the judiciary as a crucial pillar of Nigeria’s constitutional democracy. Justice Kekere-Ekun, the second female CJN in Nigeria’s history, was sworn in following…

64th Independence: Spotify launches ‘Sound of Nigeria’ to celebrate 64th Independence: Spotify launches ‘Sound of Nigeria’ to celebrate. Spotify, an online streaming platform, has unveiled a soundtrack, “The Sound of Hope”, to celebrate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary. Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Lagos. Okumu said, “Spotify’s soundtrack of independence celebrates Nigeria’s music, as Nigeria celebrates its 64th Independence Day. “Spotify is joining the festivities with “The Sounds of Nigeria” campaign. This campaign aims to honour the country’s rich musical heritage, which has long been a unifying force and…