I am deeply concerned that my Yoruba people seem to be gearing up for conflict over the ongoing proposal for Restructuring or Regionalism. I urge my people to refrain from such conflict. It is entirely unnecessary. Let us remember that our demands for Restructuring or a return to the regional structure of the 1950s have […]
Flooding in your home can be a distressing experience, but taking immediate and effective action can help mitigate damage and ensure the safety of your family. Here are six essential steps to take if your house is flooded: 1. Ensure Safety First Evacuate if Necessary: If the flooding is severe, prioritize the safety of your […]
A recent survey by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealed that Nigerians paid N721 billion in cash bribes to public officials in 2023. The report, titled “Corruption in Nigeria: Patterns and Trends,” highlighted that over 95% of these bribes were monetary. The study also noted a decline in Nigerians’ confidence in the government’s anti-corruption […]
In a tragic incident, four migrants have died after their boat capsized while attempting to cross the English Channel. The French coastguard reported that a navy patrol boat was alerted overnight to migrants in distress off the coast of Boulogne-sur-Mer in northern France. Four individuals found unconscious could not be saved, while 63 others were […]
The Lagos State Government has initiated the demolition of illegal shanties and structures along the Gbagada-Bariga drainage channel. This decisive action follows the expiration of a 48-hour notice issued by Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources. The removal of these encroachments aims to address the severe flooding that has plagued the […]
The Federal Government announced that imported food items over the next 150 days will be subjected to recommended retail prices to curb the high cost of food in Nigeria. This decision follows the suspension of import duties and taxes on essential items like rice and wheat. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Abubakar Kyari revealed these […]
Detectives at the Lagos State Police Command, Ikeja, have launched an investigation into allegations of fraud and obtaining by false pretense against a popular pastor. The case was initiated following a petition by businessman Omolayo Michael, who accused the pastor of deceiving him into supplying 42,000 liters of diesel worth N50 million and surrendering two […]
In an extraordinary medical and musical feat, Florida guitarist Christian Nolen has captured global attention by playing guitar during brain surgery at the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine. Nolen’s musical skills were utilized to monitor his motor functions while removing a glioma, a type of brain tumor, located in his right frontal lobe. […]
The Senate has urgently called on the federal government to address the escalating hunger crisis caused by food insecurity, which has reached emergency levels. The Senate urged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to implement measures to combat the current food insecurity, emphasizing that patience and tolerance among Nigerians are wearing thin due to increasing hunger and […]
President Bola Tinubu announced the creation of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development on Tuesday during the inauguration of the Renewed Hope Livestock Reform Implementation Committee at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The president did not reveal the name of the minister for the new ministry, as the nominee must be submitted to the Senate […]
