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‘You’re a failed politician’, PDP fires back at Kwankwaso
THE Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has labelled a former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, as a failed and insignificant politician. Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, had stated that the PDP is no longer relevant in the country. During the inauguration of a newly renovated party office in Katsina State…
OGUN: Govt shuts five industries over environmental infractions
THE Ogun State government, through its Environmental Protection Agency, announced that five industries have been sealed for violating environmental laws and putting the surrounding communities at risk. This was revealed in a statement issued yesterday in Abeokuta, the state capital, by Farook Akintunde, the Chairman of the Ogun State Taskforce on Environmental Compliance and Enforcement…
EDO: Govt postpones school resumption indefinitely over petrol price hike
THE Edo State Government has postponed the resumption of schools due to the rising cost of petrol and the difficulties experienced by parents and guardians. Schools in many parts of Nigeria were scheduled to resume today, September 9. In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Ojo Akin-Longe, it was…
RIVERS: Kidnapped director of state internal revenue service released
A director at the Rivers State Board of Internal Revenue, Aribibia Fubara who was kidnapped by gunmen on Saturday has been released. Fubara, a senior staff of the Service was kidnapped at the Okrika Waterfront near the Marine Base in Port Harcourt, the state capital.
Kendrick Lamar to headline 2025 Super Bowl halftime show
Grammy-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar will headline next year’s Super Bowl half-time show in New Orleans, the artist confirmed in a statement on Sunday. “Rap music is still the most impactful genre to date. And I’ll be there to remind the world why,” Lamar said in a statement on social media. “They got the right one.”…
VAT remains 7.5% – Edun
THE Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, today refuted claims that the Value-Added Tax (VAT) rate had been increased from 7.5% to 10%. In a statement personally signed by him, the Minister confirmed that the VAT rate, as established in existing tax laws, remains 7.5% for goods and services. He…
TANZANIA: ‘Abducted’ opposition figure found dead
A member of the Tanzanian opposition party Chadema has been found dead after being abducted, beaten and doused with acid, party leader Freeman Mbowe said Sunday. Ali Mohamed Kibao, a member of Chadema’s national secretariat, was forced off a bus at gunpoint on Friday by suspected security agents as he was travelling from Dar es…
VAT, fuel price hikes will worsen cost-of-living crisis – Atiku warns
FORMER Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the federal government’s plan to raise the Value Added Tax (VAT). In a statement today via his X account, Atiku warned that the policy would worsen the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. He likened the move to a “blazing inferno that will consume the very essence of our people.” Atiku…
NIGER: Tanker explosion claims over 48 lives in Agaie
IN the early hours of today, a devastating tanker explosion happened on the Lapai-Agaie road, about 2 kilometers from Dendo Community in Agaie Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. The tragic incident, which took place around 12:30 a.m., involved a petrol tanker loaded with fuel that collided with a truck carrying passengers and cattle.…
NDLEA intercepts UK, Europe-bound cocaine in female sanitary pads
THE National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted shipments of cocaine and pharmaceutical opioids concealed in women’s sanitary pads and hair treatment cream containers, destined for the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Cyprus. According to a statement signed by the Director of Media and Advocacy, officers from the Directorate of Operations and General Investigation recovered…
NPFL: Away wins for Enyimba, Remo Stars, Tornadoes as Finidi’s Rivers United hold Insurance
ENYIMBA, Remo Stars and Niger Tornadoes all recorded away wins today as the Nigeria Premier Football League resumed fully with a full set of fixtures. Rivers United, in former Super Eagles head coach Finidi George’s first competitive match in charge, secured a draw at Bendel Insurance. Finidi’s former club Enyimba got a big away win…
Super Eagles have enough quality to beat any team — Eguavoen
SUPER Eagles caretaker head coach Austin Eguavoen has boasted that his squad is capable of securing victory against any opposition. The three-time African champions defeated Benin Republic 3-0 yesterday in Uyo in their opening 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture, taking them to the top of their group. “We have quality players to beat…
Paralympics: Oluwafemiayo wins Nigeria’s second gold, sets world record
TEAM Nigeria captain Folashade Oluwafemiayo rounded off the Paris 2024 Paralympics for the country with a world record and gold in powerlifting today. Oluwafemiayo lifted 167kg to break her own world record in women’s over 86kg powerlifting. She had already improved on her 165kg world record to guarantee gold, but still went ahead to take…
Tell Rotary’s compelling stories, PR expert charges members
Public Image chairpersons of clubs in Rotary International District 9111 and other Rotarians have been urged to tell the compelling stories of the humanitarian organisation’s projects to the general public. Delivering a presentation at the Irresistible Virtual Learning Session (IVLS 2.0) of RI District 9111 in Lagos on Saturday, the Secretary of the district’s Public…
Our NNPCL, their NNPCL, or whose NNPCL, anyway?
WHERE debates arise over ownership of property, our forebears drew from their perspicacity to reach decisions that may not be conclusive. There is wisdom, therefore, in the ancients saying, “someone is the owner of what belongs to us”. If we apply this saying to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, the subtleties of our…
At OAU, let there be light!
Man’s three basic needs or necessities are generally given as food (including water), clothing, and shelter. Food (including water) is needed to keep body and soul together and give us the energy required for our daily activities. Apart from air, food (including water) is the most basic – and important – of man’s needs. Water…
US: Harris, Trump to clash in high-stakes debate on Tuesday
It will be the first time Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet in person — and millions of Americans will get a ringside seat. The Democratic vice president and Republican former president will face off in Philadelphia on Tuesday in their first — and possibly only — televised debate before what promises to be a…
LAGOS: One dead as oil tanker rams into 10 vehicles in Maryland
One person has been confirmed dead in an accident that occurred in the early hours of Sunday at Maryland, Lagos State. According to eyewitness reports, the fatal accident involved a fuel tanker that ran over 10 vehicles, leaving one person dead opposite Kresta Laurel Plaza, Maryland. We gathered that the driver of the tanker was…
Pastor Jeremiah’s miracle water, soap under investigation – NAFDAC
THE National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an alert to Nigerians regarding the activities of a faith-based organisation, Christ Mercy Land Deliverance Ministries, led by Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin. In a statement released on Sunday, NAFDAC’s Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the agency claims the ministry is using its (NAFDAC)…
Okuama IDPs: The long road to relief and resettlement
From the Delta State Government to the leadership of the Ewu IDP Camp, the efforts so far have shown what is possible when leaders put humanity first. Hundreds of Okuama residents who bore the depressing badge of being candidates for collateral damage, now have the high hopes of safe return to their homes. Their story…