Author: Ayo

A desperate search is underway for a six-year-old girl, Eudine, who mysteriously disappeared in Greenwich, south-east London, on Monday. The Metropolitan Police has launched an urgent appeal for information, revealing that Eudine was reported missing from the Thamesmead Estate at 22:40 BST. In a bid to track down the missing girl, the police are urging residents in the Thamesmead area to scour their gardens, sheds, and CCTV and doorbell footage for any sign of Eudine. Described as being between 3ft 6in and 4ft tall, Eudine was last seen wearing light pink pyjamas and carrying a distinctive white shoulder bag with…

In a landmark move, President Bola Tinubu has given his assent to the N70,000 National Minimum Wage bill, marking a significant victory for Nigerian workers. The signing ceremony, held at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, was attended by top government officials, including the leadership of the National Assembly. This development is expected to bring relief to millions of workers across the country, who have been advocating for a higher minimum wage to cushion the effects of economic hardship. With the signing of the bill into law, employers of labour are now mandated to pay their workers a minimum…

In a thrilling turn of events, the Ndinne pair has emerged victorious in the first custodian challenge of the Big Brother Naija Season 9 show, held on Sunday night. The challenge, which involved 14 representatives from each pair of housemates, required them to pick plastic bottles hidden inside a pool of water. Nneamaka, representing the Ndinne duo, successfully picked the desired bottle containing the custodian badge. As winners, the Ndinne pair is exempt from possible eviction in the first week of the “No Loose Guard” edition and has the power to influence nominations for possible eviction. The duo was decorated…

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has thrown his weight behind the planned nationwide protest against hunger, slated for August 1, while emphasizing the importance of peaceful demonstrations. Speaking at the grand finale of the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Week, Makinde acknowledged the widespread anger and hunger across the country as the driving force behind the protest. He urged protesters to exercise their rights peacefully, without resorting to violence or destruction of public facilities. Makinde cautioned, “Yes, protest is everybody’s right. But remember that we used your money to build all the structures and facilities we have put in place in…

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch its Impact Board, a platform designed to promote sustainability-focused. The NGX Impact Board, announced during a Closing Gong Ceremony in Lagos, aims to cater to green financial products, address climate change, and promote sustainable economic practices. This initiative is crucial as the government prepares for a proposed Green Bond issuance to further environmental sustainability. SEC Director-General Emomotimi Agama expressed support for innovations that advance sustainability and drive responsible investment practices. “The NGX Impact Board will provide a dedicated platform for issuers of green…

President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, describing him as a “renowned businessman and politician”. Ubah, who represented Anambra South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, passed away on Saturday in a London hotel at the age of 52. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu extended his condolences to the family and friends of the late Senator, as well as to the National Assembly and the government and people of Anambra State. “The President also prayed for the repose of the soul of the departed lawmaker, as well as for…

The Israeli military has issued fresh evacuation orders for residents of Khan Yunis City in southern Gaza, as the conflict escalates and humanitarian conditions worsen. The orders come after the retrieval of five Israeli bodies and warnings of new operations in the area. According to the United Nations, over 180,000 Palestinians have already fled Khan Yunis since the military operation began last Monday, with “dire water, hygiene, and sanitation conditions” reported in the territory. The UN also warned that the evacuation orders and “intensified hostilities” have significantly destabilized aid operations. The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza reported that an Israeli…

A looming fuel scarcity has hit Abuja and neighboring states as oil marketers shut filling stations over fears of a planned nationwide protest. The closure of retail outlets, including those operated by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, has led to fuel queues resurfacing in some areas. In Abuja, Niger, and Nasarawa states, many filling stations were shut, while those that remained open sold fuel at exorbitant prices. The situation was also dire in Lagos State, where several filling stations were closed, creating fears of an impending fuel scarcity. Oil marketers attributed the closure of filling stations to apprehension over…

Ethiopia has announced a three-day national mourning period starting Saturday, following a devastating landslide that claimed over 250 lives in a remote southern region. The House of Peoples’ Representatives made the announcement, stating that the period of remembrance would provide comfort to the relatives of the victims and the entire nation. Rescue efforts continue in the affected area, Kencho Shacha Gozdi, with aid starting to arrive, including four trucks from the Ethiopian Red Cross Society. The Ethiopian Disaster Risk Management Commission reports that humanitarian aid and rehabilitation efforts are underway, with a focus on relocating 6,000 people and evacuating over…

Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has called on groups planning to participate in the proposed nationwide protest to submit their details to the Commissioners of Police in their respective states. This, he said, is to ensure a peaceful and incident-free protest. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Friday, Egbetokun acknowledged the constitutional right to peaceful assembly and protest. However, he emphasized the need for prior coordination with the police to guarantee public safety and order. The police chief outlined specific requirements for protest organizers, including: – Proposed protest routes and assembly points – Expected duration of the protest – Names…