Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Full text of Democracy Day broadcast by President Tinubu TEXT OF PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU’S NATIONAL BROADCAST ON THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF UNBROKEN DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA 1. My fellow Nigerians, let me begin by congratulating all of us for witnessing the celebration of another Democracy Day today, the 12th day of June 2024. This year also marks our nation’s 25 years of uninterrupted democratic governance. 2. On this day, 31 years ago, we entered our rites of passage to becoming a true and enduring democratic society. 3. Going through this passage was hard and dangerous. During the fateful six years that…

As Wike inaugurates 3.2km rural road in Kwali, promises more …named the road after the famous potter, ceramicist and educator, Ladi Kwali. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday, inaugurated a 3.2-kilometre road at Shagari/Satellite Quarters, Kwali, in Kwali Area Council of the FCT. Wike named the road after the famous potter, ceramicist and educator, Ladi Kwali. He explained that the road was abandoned for 14 years, while the construction of the bridge along the roads was awarded six years earlier. The minister described Kwali as one of the prominent Nigerians that used her…

Manufacturing, ICT Sector Revenue Push VAT Collection To N1.43trn Q1, 2024 Analysis of the report put local payments at N663.18 billion, Foreign VAT Payments at N435.73 billion, while import VAT contributed N332.01 billion in Q1 2024. The 26.72 per cent contribution of the manufacturing sector to Value Added Tax collection (VAT) in the first quarter of 2024 leapt VAT revenue accruals in the period to N1.43 trillion on the aggregate. This, according to a report released on Tuesday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) aided the VAT growth rate to 19.21% on a quarter-on-quarter basis from N1.20 trillion in…

Sanwo-Olu unveils Ashimolowo’s N6bn Makarios Aquatic Park Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday, unveiled Makarios Aquatic Park located in Aiyeteru, Ibeju along the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos. The N6bn project is celebrated as the first multi-sensory aquatic park in sub-Saharan Africa. The innovative park is expected to offer a unique recreational experience and serve as a major attraction, boosting tourism and the local economy in the area. The project, envisioned and developed by Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo, underscores a commitment to transforming the region into a premier destination for both residents and visitors. Ashimolowo is an entrepreneur and founder…

History made as Ayra Starr Emerges First Nigerian Female Artiste To Debut On Billboard 200 Album Chart Nigerian sensational singer, Ayra Starr has made history as the first Nigerian female artist to grace the U.S. Billboard 200 Album chart. The singer achieved the feat with her sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’ which debuted at No. 195 on Monday. Billboard charts tweeted; “Debuts on this week’s #Billboard200: No. 2, @ATEEZofficial Golden Hour : Part.1 (EP) No. 5, @ShaboozeysJeans Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going No. 17, @themarias Submarine No. 102, @crowdermusic The Exile No. 169, @carinleonofi Boca Chueca,…

Partnership, Mr. Eazi Explores Sports, Education in Rwanda As part of his mission to promote African business and highlight its potential through his gaming venture, Choplife Gaming, Nigerian music star Oluwatosin Ajibade, better known as Mr. Eazi, recently visited Rwanda to explore sports and educational collaborations. During his visit, Mr. Eazi met with the Minister of Sports, Aurore Munyangaju, to discuss potential collaborations for sports development and creating more opportunities for young people. This meeting coincided with the NBA Basketball Africa League (BAL) finals between Al Ahly and Petro De Luanda, which took place in Rwanda. Mr Eazi’s presence showed…

After 35 years of meritorious service, Atedo Peterside retires from Stanbic IBTC board Atedo Peterside has retired from the board of Standard Bank Group Limited, South Africa after serving for 35 years. “Today was the Annual General Meeting of Standard Bank Group Limited and I opted not to be re-elected as a Director. The retirement age is actually 70, but I believe 35 years is enough & the succession plans have worked well,” Peterside announced on twitter. He is retiring at the age of 68 years. Peterside founded Stanbic Investment Banking & Trust Company Limited (IBTC) in February 1989 at…

Wedding as Music Star Davido and Lover Chioma come together as husband and wife Anticipation is building among fans and admirers of music star Davido and his stunning wife, Chioma Rowland, as they prepare for their upcoming nuptials. According to blogger Stella Dimoko Korkus, the couple will have their traditional wedding in two weeks at Eko Hotel in Lagos. Sources close to the blog indicate that both families are filled with joy, seeing this event as a way to unite them in love and strengthen their familial bonds. The traditional wedding is scheduled for June 25th, 2024. “The eagerly awaited…

June 12 Democracy Day: FG Declares Wednesday Public Holiday To mark this year’s Democracy Day, the Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 12, as a public holiday. The Press Nigeria reports that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, congratulated Nigerians on the celebration in a statement on Tuesday, as announced by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Aishetu Ndayako. Tunji-Ojo encouraged Nigerians to uphold the principles of democratic governance, emphasizing President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to implementing constructive reforms aimed at revitalizing the nation’s economy and bolstering security. The statement partly read, “As we mark another Democracy Day in the…

Full List: 103 Premier League Stars to Feature at Euro 2024 As excitement builds for the UEFA Euro 2024, the Premier League once again asserts its dominance in the world of football by sending a staggering 103 players to represent their respective national teams. This impressive delegation underscores the Premier League’s reputation as the breeding ground for world-class talent and its significant influence on the international stage. Premier League revealed the full list on its X account on Monday. In a testament to the Premier League’s quality and global reach, 103 players from its 20 clubs have been called up…