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PICTORIAL: Auto firm gifts Davido luxury car for 32nd birthday
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:10:44 +0000

A Nigerian-owned auto dealer based in Dallas, Texas, Mr. Jay Autos LLC , has gifted afrobeat superstar David Adeleke, aka Davido, a birthday gift. In celebration of the singer’s 32nd birthday on Thursday, the company presented him with a brand-new Escalade 600 premium luxury car. The auto dealer shared the news in a post on

Tax reform will deepen poverty, expert warns FG
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:48:43 +0000

A development expert and founder of the Global Initiative for Nigeria Development, Micheal Ale, has cautioned the Federal Government against implementing tax reforms that could deepen poverty among Nigerians. Ale, in a statement on Thursday in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, described the proposed tax reforms as “a grossly capitalist policy” that would stifle economic growth

Hunger: Invest in agriculture, Obi urges FG 
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:47:28 +0000

Former Governor of Anambra State and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for increased investment in agriculture as a solution to Nigeria’s worsening hunger crisis. According to a statement on Thursday via X, Obi made the appeal during a visit to Mary Agro Farms, Omughu, Obeleagu-Umana in Ezeagu Local Government Area of

Davido excited as he celebrates 32nd birthday with ₦300m donation
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:42:41 +0000

Nigerian music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, shared his excitement as he turned 32 years old on Thursday. Expressing gratitude and joy for the new age in a post on X.com late Wednesday, the artist wrote, “Big 32 soon! Omo, God is good. Happy to be alive! My eyes don see shege, but

NBA superstar LeBron takes social media break over ‘negative takes’
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:17:10 +0000

NBA superstar, LeBron James, said on Wednesday he was taking an indefinite hiatus from social media after sharing a post which railed against “negative” coverage in US media. James, who has some 212 million combined followers on his Instagram and X accounts, announced his break from social media after sharing a post by Rich Kleiman,

UK former deputy PM John Prescott dies at 86
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:13:12 +0000

Britain’s former deputy prime minister, John Prescott, who served under Tony Blair and with him helped transform the country’s Labour party, has died at 86, his family said on Thursday. “We are deeply saddened to inform you that our beloved husband, father and grandfather, John Prescott, passed away yesterday (Wednesday) at the age of 86,”

Governors, lawmakers commit to constitutional amendment, education reforms
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:53:46 +0000

The 36 state governors, along with the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the Committee on the Review of the Constitution, Benjamin Kalu, have pledged commitment to strengthening the 1999 Constitution. As part of its efforts to gather additional input for amending the 1999 Constitution, the House of Representatives Committee on

ICYMI: Chidimma Adetshina to step back from pageants after Miss Universe feat
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:37:45 +0000

Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, has announced her decision to take a break from beauty pageants following her historic performance at the 2024 Miss Universe competition. Speaking after her return to Nigeria in an exclusive interview with BBC Pidgin on Tuesday, Adetshina expressed pride in her accomplishment, which she said exceeded her expectations. Adetshina emerged

PDP govs, NWC meet in Jos, brainstorm on NEC meeting
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:36:16 +0000

Amid ongoing internal disputes within the Peoples Democratic Party, governors on the platform of the party will meet in Jos, Plateau State, on Saturday, to discuss internal matters and the current state of the nation. The meeting was in preparation for the 99th National Executive Committee meeting of the party scheduled for November 28. A

Two feared killed, others injured in Anambra community shooting
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:35:16 +0000

Two persons were feared killed and some others injured when local security operatives and policemen engaged in a gun duel that lasted several minutes. In Anambra State on Wednesday. Our correspondent gathered that the incident happened at the Izuchukwu Junction, Nnobi/Nnewi Road. Some eyewitnesses in the area said a vehicle also caught fire when bullets

NNPCL begins Utapate crude sale to global refiners
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:33:49 +0000

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited says it has commenced sales of its latest crude oil grade, the Utapate crude oil blend, to international refiners, six months after it began exploration. It said the development is a major boost for Nigeria’s crude oil production, revenue generation and economic growth efforts. A statement signed by the

OPS worries as 61 companies exit Nigeria in four years
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:32:04 +0000

Nigeria has seen a surge in company closures and relocations, driven by economic difficulties, currency fluctuations, and escalating operational expenses in recent years, JOSEPHINE OGUNDEJI, writes Nigeria’s business environment has been marred by a worrying trend in recent years, as both multinationals and local enterprises have been forced to either shut down or relocate their

Gombe to spend N28.9bn on new state assembly, high court complexes
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:14:42 +0000

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has laid the foundation for the construction of ultra-modern complexes for the Gombe State House of Assembly and High Court. These projects are part of the broader Three-Arms Zone initiative, which aims to accommodate the state’s executive, legislative, and judicial branches in one location. The twin projects, with a combined

COP29: Activists decry lack of concrete funding figures
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:29 +0000

A fresh draft deal published Thursday at the deadlocked COP29 climate talks shows rich and poor countries still divided as time runs out to strike a finance agreement for developing nations. The streamlined text released in Azerbaijan recognises developing countries need a trillion dollars per year to fight global warming, but does not present a

NIWA lists human errors, drug use as causes of boat accidents
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 07:48:16 +0000

The Managing Director, National Inland Waterways Authority, Mr. Bola Oyebamiji, has identified human errors, drugs and disobedience to the rules and regulations as the major causes of boat accidents that have occurred in the past three years. Oyebamiji disclosed this while fielding questions from members of the House Representatives Committee on NIWA who were on

Striking top doctors jubilate as Tinubu sacks UNIZIK VC
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 07:28:24 +0000

The Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria has lauded the President Bola Tinunu over the sacking of the Vice-Chancellor of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Prof Bernard Udoh, and Registrar, Mrs Rosemary Nwokike. The association, which had been on strike since Monday over Udoh’s appointment, however, said it would not call off the seven-day

Four tourists die after suspected alcohol poisoning in Laos
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 07:00:37 +0000

Four foreign tourists have died after a suspected mass methanol poisoning from drinking tainted alcohol at a backpacker hotspot in Laos, Western government officials and media said Thursday. A young Australian woman was the latest confirmed death, and her friend was fighting for her life, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. Two Danish citizens and an

Police transfer Osun transport boss shooting probe to Abuja
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:50:29 +0000

The Osun State Police Command said further investigations into what transpired between the Officer-in-Charge of its Anti-Kidnapping Squad, Moses Lohor, and the Chairman, Park Management System in the state, Mr. Iyanda Alowonle, which led to him being shot, would be handled by the Force Headquarters in Abuja. PUNCH Metro had gathered that members of the

Revisiting fuel subsidy removal, economic hardship
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:50:18 +0000

Last week, a large number of Nigerians gathered again in protest against the escalating cost of petrol, its scarcity, and general economic hardship in the country. This time around, the protest was led by one Abdullahi Bilal with his two million march against the oil scam squad. Suffice to state here that the genesis of

Why CNG engines are suitable to save cost
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:49:05 +0000

Take it or leave it, the country’s current economic situation is harsh for both the rich and the poor, and many are thinking of ways to cut costs and save more. In this piece, ANOZIE EGOLE looks at the benefits of Compressed Natural Gas engines to Nigerians, especially low-income earners. As the cost of Premium

Report resellers of Christmas village kiosks above N100,000, Akwa Ibom gov tells residents
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:04:20 +0000

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has urged the public to report anyone reselling kiosks at the Christmas Village above the government-approved rate of N100,000. The governor, who issued the directive on Wednesday, vowed to address sharp practices and ensure fairness in the sales process. Speaking at the unveiling of newly acquired waste management equipment

What is ‘Odds’ and How is it Different from ‘Chance’?
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:01:35 +0000

“Odds” and “chance” both relate to the likelihood of an event happening, but they differ in expression. “Chance” is the probability of an event occurring, usually shown as a percentage (e.g., 25%). “Odds” compare the possibility of an event happening to it not happening, expressed as a ratio (e.g., 1:3). For example, if the chance

Tinubu’s policies worsening North’s condition – ACF
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:40:07 +0000

The Arewa Consultative Forum has called on President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action to address the pressing issues of insecurity, education, and economic development in northern Nigeria. Specifically, the ACF urged the President to review and reassess his administration’s economic policies to ensure they have a human face, given the current hardship Nigerians are

Arson: Fubara, Wike camps trade words as panel ends probe
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:37:54 +0000

The camp of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and those loyal to the former governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, traded words on Wednesday as the commission of inquiry probing the burning of some local government secretariats concluded its sitting. Three local government secretariats in the state were burnt on October

LP begs N’Assembly to bar politicians above 70 from elections
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:37:14 +0000

The leadership of the Labour Party, on Wednesday, urged members of the National Assembly to consider passing a bill barring ageing politicians from running for presidential, governorship and other political positions ahead of the 2027 elections. The demand was made by the National Youth Leader of the party, Kennedy Ahanotu, and LP lawmaker representing Okpe/Sapele/Uvwie

Oyetola rallies global support for Nigeria’s IMO Council re-election
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:21:51 +0000

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Wednesday, sought support from other maritime nations to secure Nigeria’s re-election into Category C of the International Maritime Organisation. According to a statement by the Nigerian Ports Authority on Wednesday, Oyetola met with the Liberian Minister of Transportation, Sirleaf Tyler, to advance this objective. The

US calls for breakup of Google, Chrome
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:03:46 +0000

The US government late Wednesday asked a judge to order the dismantling of Google by selling its widely used Chrome browser in a major antitrust crackdown on the internet giant. In a court filing, the US Department of Justice urged a shake-up of Google’s business that includes banning deals for Google to be the default

11-year-old Udoeyop clinches first prize at 2024 Bookville reading competition
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:00:46 +0000

The first prize winner of the 2024 Bookville Reading Competition, Karis Udoeyop, has said that the questions asked in the annual competition weren’t tough for her. Bookville Integrated Resources Limited, organizers of the competition, gave this year’s theme as ‘The Rhythm of Words.’ On the purpose of the event, the company stated, “Over the past

Malpractices: WAEC bans 13 Kogi schools, blacklists 14 supervisors
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:35:13 +0000

The West African Examination Council has banned 13 schools in Kogi State from the West Africa Secondary School Certificate Examination. The schools were banned following their engagement in malpractices during the 2023/2024 WASSCE. The state’s Commissioner for Education, Mr. Wemi Jones, made the disclosure during a meeting with some principals and supervisors who were indicted

Reps probe N30bn police, military unsettled insurance claims
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:35:04 +0000

The House of Representatives, on Wednesday, charged its Committee on Insurance and Actuarial Matters to conduct a forensic probe into the over N30bn unsettled claims in the group life insurances of the Nigeria Police Force, Head of Service and the Ministry of Defence. The House noted that the unsettled claims were a result of non-compliance