Afenifere Urges Federal Government to Save Nigeria from Total Collapse
Afenifere, a leading Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, has sounded the alarm over what it describes as the worsening state of Nigeria. The group is urging the Federal Government to take immediate action to prevent a complete collapse of the nation. In a recent communiqué released after their quarterly meeting in Ogun State, Afenifere expressed deep concern […]
UI Students Protest Fee Extension, Demand Reversal of Increased Fees
Students at the University of Ibadan (UI) are up in arms over the university management’s recent decision to extend the deadline for fee payments by three weeks. The extension, announced on August 29th, comes in response to ongoing student protests against a hike in school fees. Initially, students were required to pay their fees by […]
Lagos Governor Offers Financial Aid to Docemo Fire Victims
On August 30, 2024, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made a significant gesture of support for those affected by the recent Docemo Fire Incident. The Governor attended a ceremonial event at Idumagbo Avenue, where he presented cheques to the victims of the devastating fire on Lagos Island. The Docemo Fire Incident, which occurred in the […]
Ogun State Revokes Licenses of 20 Orphanages for Non-Compliance
The Ogun State Government has taken decisive action by revoking the provisional licenses of 20 private orphanages operating within the state. This significant move highlights the government’s commitment to ensuring that all orphanages prioritize the well-being and safety of the vulnerable children in their care. The revocation of these licenses was announced by Adijat Adeleye, […]
Over 24,000 Missing in Nigeria Due to Boko Haram, Says ICRC
According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), there are currently 24,025 people reported missing in Nigeria, with most cases originating from the Northeast. This crisis is largely attributed to the Boko Haram conflict, which has been ongoing for more than a decade, heavily impacting Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states. Lillian Dube, Head […]
Olori Tobi Philips of Ife Shares Heartwarming Photos of Her Twins
Olori Tobi Philips, one of the esteemed queens of Ife, recently delighted her followers by sharing adorable photos of her newborn twins. The twins, a boy and a girl, were welcomed earlier this year by Olori Tobi and her husband, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. In a recent Instagram post on August […]
NYSC DG Warns Corps Members Against Night Travel
The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed, has cautioned Corps Members about the risks of traveling at night. He stated that night travel is not allowed and that any Corps Member who undertakes unauthorized journeys will face penalties according to NYSC rules. While addressing the 2024 Batch ‘B’ […]
BUA Cement Chairman Rabiu Reveals Dealers Sold Cement at N8,000 Despite Company Price of N3,500
AbdulSamad Rabiu, the Chairman of BUA Cement, has disclosed that his company’s efforts to offer cement at an affordable price were undermined by market dealers. In 2023, BUA Cement aimed to sell cement at N3,500 per bag, hoping to make it more accessible to Nigerians. The company sold over a million tons of cement to […]
Former VP Osinbajo Appointed Chairman of MoMCAAL Advisory Board
Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, the immediate past Vice President of Nigeria, has recently been appointed as the Chairman of the Advisory Board for the Museum of Modern and Contemporary African Art London (MoMCAAL). This prestigious role marks a significant milestone in Osinbajo’s career and highlights his ongoing commitment to cultural and artistic advancement. MoMCAAL, based in […]
FG Enforces ‘No Work, No Pay’ Rule on Striking Resident Doctors
In a significant move, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has enforced the “No Work, No Pay” policy against the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) following their recent nationwide seven-day warning strike. The strike, which began on Monday, was initiated by NARD to protest the ongoing abduction of one of their members, […]