Author: Staff Reporter

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has inaugurated the re-introduction of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise campaign in Lagos State, aimed at promoting a clean and healthy environment. The exercise, which was a culture in Lagos State years back, seeks to encourage community participation in waste management and reduce the risk of disease outbreaks. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held at Campus Square, Lagos Island, Governor Sanwo-Olu urged all residents and stakeholders to cooperate in making the exercise a success. “The cooperation of all residents and stakeholders is crucial in making this exercise a success. Let us work together to restore…

The black market dollar to naira exchange rate for July 13th is now available. According to sources at the Bureau De Change (BDC), the exchange rate at the Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) is as follows: – Buying Rate: N1575 – Selling Rate: N1580 Please note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not recognize the parallel market (black market) and has directed individuals who want to engage in Forex to approach their respective banks. Meanwhile, the official CBN rate stands at: – Buying Rate: N1559 – Selling Rate: N1560 Please be aware that Forex prices can vary and…

Euro 2024 breakout star Nico Williams is being courted by Chelsea teammate Marc Cucurella, who revealed he’s making daily pitches to the young winger to join the Blues. Speaking to The Athletic, Cucurella joked about his persistent efforts, saying: “I tell him every day he should come to Chelsea, he would help us a lot! He is more than welcome and he knows that [laughs].” Williams, 21, has impressed at Euro 2024, sparking interest from Chelsea and Barcelona, with a release clause of €58 million. Cucurella emphasized the importance of comfort and value, saying: “These sorts of players need to…

The Plateau State Government has issued an urgent appeal to citizens to donate blood to save the lives of pupils rescued from the collapsed school building in Jos. In a statement released on Friday evening, Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr. Musa Ashom, urged all able-bodied individuals to come forward and donate blood at Plateau Specialists Hospital and other major government hospitals in the city. The appeal, which is being broadcast on state-owned radio and television stations, reads: “As a result of the immense casualties from the collapse of a school building in the Busa Buji area of Jos North…

Tragedy struck on the Ikorodu-Ogijo Sagamu Expressway on Friday evening, as a road accident claimed the lives of two persons. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun Sector Command, confirmed the incident in a statement released on Saturday. According to the Public Education Officer, Florence Okpe, the accident involved a Toyota Camry and a Mercedes Benz Truck, which occurred around 5:30 pm. Three male adults were involved, with two fatalities and one survivor. The corpses were released to the families of the deceased. The FRSC attributed the accident to loss of control due to speeding. The Sector Commander, CC Anthony…

Afrobeats sensation Rema has performed at the highly publicized wedding of Anant Ambani, son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, daughter of pharma tycoons Viren and Shaila Merchant. The event, which took place on July 12 at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai, featured Rema performing his hit song “Calm Down”. According to his record label, MAVIN, the singer charged $3 million for his performance. Other global stars like Justin Bieber and Rihanna also graced the stage, with Bieber reportedly earning $10 million. The four-day wedding extravaganza in Mumbai City was the final stop in a string…

In a shocking moment, President Joe Biden mistakenly referred to his predecessor, Donald Trump, as “Vice President” during a solo press conference on Thursday. The blunder occurred when Biden responded to the opening question, mistaking Vice President Kamala Harris for Trump. When a reporter pointed out the error in the final question, Biden simply smiled and said, “Listen to him,” before exiting the stage. The gaffe drew mockery from Trump and raised further concerns about Biden’s fitness for office. The press conference was seen as an opportunity for Biden to prove his mettle under pressure, but the mistake has only…

As of July 11, 2024, the dollar exchange rate in the black market, also known as the parallel market, stood at N1555 for buying and N1565 for selling, according to sources at Bureau De Change (BDC). This fluctuation may impact individuals seeking to exchange dollars for naira. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed individuals seeking to engage in Forex transactions to approach their respective banks, as it does not recognize the parallel market. However, the black market remains a popular destination for many Nigerians. Here are the current exchange rates: – Black Market Rate (July 11, 2024) -…

The ECOWAS Court of Justice has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the sanctions imposed on Niger following the July 2023 military coup. The court, presided over by Justices Edward Asante, Dupe Atoki, and Sengu Koroma, ruled that the matter was moot since ECOWAS had already lifted the sanctions. The suit, filed by the Incorporated Trustees of Egalitarian Mission for Africa, Professor Bola Akinterinwa, and lawyer Nuhu Dantani, sought relief against the sanctions, which included electricity cuts and movement restrictions. However, the applicants’ counsel, Ifunanya Okeke, moved for discontinuation, citing that the issues had been overtaken by events, notably the restoration of…

The stage is set for an epic battle as England and Spain face off in the 2024 European Championship final at Berlin’s Olympiastadion on Sunday, July 14. This highly anticipated encounter promises to be a historic moment for either side, with England seeking to break their 58-year trophy drought and Spain aiming to secure their fourth Euro Championship title. UEFA’s Prize Money Distribution In December 2023, the UEFA Executive Committee approved the prize money distribution system for the tournament, totaling €331 million, same as UEFA EURO 2020. The breakdown is as follows: – Participating fee: €9.25m – Match bonus: €1.0m…