Author: bukoye

The wait is finally over as the nominees for the 2024 Ballon d’Or are set to be unveiled today. And, in a shocking twist, it’s likely that the current holder and eight-time winner, Lionel Messi, won’t even make the podium this time around. This means we can expect a new face to take home the coveted award next month. Real Madrid and Spain players are expected to dominate the list, thanks to their impressive performances in recent competitions. Vinicius Jr, who has been vocal about his desire to win the award, is among the top contenders, alongside Rodri and Jude…

The Deeper Life Church has denied any affiliation with Obatayo Adetunji, a 60-year-old man accused of having carnal knowledge of a 14-year-old girl. Adetunji had claimed to be a pastor in the church. In a statement issued by Pastor Oludu David, Oka Regional Overseer, the church condemned the rumor circulating on social media that Adetunji was a pastor in the region. The church emphasized that Adetunji is neither a pastor nor a worker at Deeper Life Bible Church in Oka Region. The suspect was arrested by the state police command after the victim informed her parents about the sexual relationship…

Akwa Ibom State civil servants have expressed frustration over Governor Umo Eno’s perceived silence on the implementation of the new minimum wage of N70,000. They have vowed to embark on industrial action if the state government fails to address the issue. Civil servants at the Idongesit Nkanga Secretariat expressed concern over the governor’s inaction. “Pastor Umo Eno does not seem to be worried or disturbed over the plight of civil servants,” one worker said. “Imagine non-oil producing states like Adamawa and Ebonyi announcing the swift implementation of the new minimum wage, but our state with the highest federal government monthly…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has summoned former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike to appear before the party’s disciplinary committee over alleged anti-party activities. Ibrahim Abdullahi, PDP Deputy National Publicity Secretary, revealed on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily that Wike was summoned in a letter to face the Tom Ikimi-led disciplinary committee. Abdullahi stated that the committee will investigate petitions against Wike and other party members regarding anti-party activities during the primary elections. Abdullahi condemned Wike’s statement about “putting fire in their states” regarding PDP governors, saying it was “wrong and unacceptable.” He urged Wike to manage his words carefully. Wike’s…

Augustine Eguavoen, the interim manager of the Super Eagles, has selected Fidelis Ilechukwu and Daniel Ogunmodede to assist him in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda. According to Ademola Olajire, Director of Communications for the Nigeria Football Federation, Ilechukwu, head coach of Enugu Rangers, and Ogunmodede of Remo Stars, will join Eguavoen for the two matches. Olajire highlighted their achievements, stating, “Ilechukwu led the Flying Antelopes to triumph in Nigeria’s elite division last season, with Ogunmodede’s Remo Stars in second place.” The technical crew will be completed by Tomaz Zorec, a Slovenian…

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has directed its members to resume work today, Monday, September 2, 2024, after a seven-day nationwide warning strike. The strike was called off following a review of the Federal Government’s commitment to resolving the demands of the association. NARD President, Dr. Dele Abdullahi, clarified that the strike was suspended, not called off, and that the association would review the government’s progress in the next three weeks. “We are suspending the strike now. We will be meeting to review the progress the government has made in the next three weeks,” he said. The strike…

The family of Kogi journalist, Mohammed Bashir, and nine others kidnapped in a Kaduna suburb two weeks ago have been released. Bashir confirmed their release in a statement, expressing gratitude for the prayers and concern shown by colleagues. Bashir did not provide details on how the victims were released or whether a ransom was paid. He simply stated, “My dear Colleagues, I wish to thank you all for your prayers and concern, my family and other family members kidnapped three weeks ago in Kaduna have finally been released.” Recall that Bashir’s wife, Aminat Shana, and their two daughters, Aisha and…

A devastating building collapse occurred in the Makwarari quarters of Kano metropolis on Friday, resulting in the death of a 35-year-old woman, Balarabe Tijjani, and injuring her two children. The one-storey building crumbled following a prolonged downpour in the area, which lasted from Thursday night to Friday morning. The incident happened at about 9:30 am on Friday, according to the Public Relations Officer of the State Fire Service, Saminu Abdullahi. A resident revealed that the mother and her two children, Abdulnasir and Abdallah, aged 11 and 13, were rescued from the debris and rushed to Murtala Muhammed Specialist Hospital. Unfortunately,…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted an order to the Department of State Services (DSS) to freeze 20 bank accounts linked to a suspected female terrorist, Aisha Abdulkarim. The accounts, spread across eight banks, will remain frozen for 60 days to facilitate forensic investigations into alleged terrorist activities. Justice Peter Lifu issued the order following an ex-parte application by the DSS, which was argued by its lawyer, Yunus Ishaku Umar. The application sought to freeze the accounts to enable unhindered access to the banks for investigation. The affected banks include Opay Digital Services Limited, Access Bank, United Bank…

Former Big Brother Naija reality star, Pere Egbi, has expressed his gratitude to Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, founder of Chris Embassy, for the significant impact his teachings have had on his life. Pere revealed that Pastor Chris’ words played a crucial role in his success. In a heartfelt message on his X handle, Pere wrote, “Dear Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, although we may have never met, I want you to know that the success I enjoy today is, in large part, thanks to the teachings I heard from you as a young man in my 20s.” Pere emphasized the lasting impact of…