Author: Yusuf Lawal

The United States has called for a final agreement to end the Gaza war, with the State Department saying it is “time to finalise that deal.” This comes after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected concessions in indirect negotiations with Hamas. Netanyahu has refused to bow to pressure, despite growing domestic and international pressure following the recovery of six killed hostages from Gaza. He stated that he would “not give in to pressure” and that the achievement of the war’s objectives requires control of the Philadelphi Corridor along the Gaza-Egypt border. The US has unsealed charges against six Hamas leaders,…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reached a landmark agreement with Dangote Petroleum Refinery to sell crude oil in Naira, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) announced on Tuesday. According to the NMDPRA, the agreement marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to promote the use of local currency in the oil and gas sector. The NNPCL will commence crude oil sale and supply to Dangote Refinery in Naira, paving the way for a more stable and predictable oil market. The Dangote Refinery is poised to make a significant impact on the domestic fuel…

Dr. Martin Chukwunwike, the newly sworn-in chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu State, has made a bold declaration to reclaim all seats lost by the party in the 2023 general elections. The party suffered significant losses, including two senatorial seats, seven House of Representatives seats, and 14 House of Assembly seats to the Labour Party. Chukwunwike expressed regret over the defection of party members, which contributed to the party’s poor performance. He pledged to bring back former members and prevent further losses to opposition parties. “In PDP, the party is supreme… We have to look at what…

In a dramatic turn of events, the Radicals pair has become the latest casualty of the Big Brother Naija “No Loose Guard” season, as they were evicted from the reality television show on Sunday’s eviction night. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, the show’s host, delivered the news, bringing an end to the Radicals pair’s journey in the competition. Earlier in the week, four pairs – Radicals, WannixHandi, Doublekay, and Beta – were nominated for possible eviction after their fellow housemates voted them as the most likely to leave the show. The nomination process involved housemates voting for the pairs they wanted to see…

The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (NAHCO) has honored one of its staff members, Auwal Dankode, for his exceptional honesty and integrity. Dankode, a Kano-born staff member, found and returned $10,000 while cleaning an aircraft in Kano. Dankode was rewarded with a handsome cash prize, instant promotion, and appointment as NAHCO Brand Ambassador. The company’s Group Managing Director/CEO, Indranil Gupta, commended Dankode for his exemplary character, saying, “We are truly proud of the exemplary character exhibited by Auwal. He is a true NAHCO ambassador and an embodiment of what NAHCO stands for.” The company’s management team celebrated Dankode’s integrity, with…

Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, has announced that he has obtained a 10-year Canada work visa. In a viral video on his Instagram page, Portable showcased the visa, expressing his excitement about performing abroad. Portable’s new visa allows him to work in Canada for the next decade, opening up new opportunities for the controversial singer. He stated, “Alhamdulilahi CEO DR ZEHNATION Going to Canada. Going and coming 10 years working permit.” This achievement comes after Portable revealed in a 2022 interview that he had been denied a US visa five times due to his presentation. However, he has now…

In a bid to alleviate the suffering of patients, the Ogun State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has suspended its 25-day strike. The association’s chairman, Dr. Ogunjimi Luqman, announced that the strike would be halted for four weeks to pave the way for constructive negotiations with the state government. The decision to suspend the strike was reached after an emergency general meeting held between August 27 and August 29, 2024, in Abeokuta. The meeting assessed the effectiveness of the strike and reviewed members’ compliance. The association also considered the progress of negotiations with the state government. Dr. Luqman…

A devastating incident has occurred in the Kémta area of Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, as 32-year-old Olúwaṣeun Shorinola took his own life. The Ogun State Police Command confirmed the tragic event to our correspondent via electronic message on Thursday. According to the command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, the deceased’s wife discovered his body hanging from a wall at around 10 pm on Wednesday. Odutola stated, “A team of policemen was dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, Shorinola was found dead, with his body hanging against the wall, which shows that the man committed suicide.” The family has opted to bury the…

Bashir Ahmed, a former media aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has sounded the alarm on the dangers of TikTok, citing its increasing use by criminal elements to spread misinformation and propaganda. Ahmed noted that the platform’s freedom is emboldening criminals, including bandits, kidnappers, and terrorists, to interact with the public and defend their heinous activities. He stated, “It is alarming that TikTok… is being utilised by criminals… to interact with the public and, in some cases, even engage in live conversations defending their heinous activities.” Ahmed argued that TikTok is causing more harm than good to Nigeria, amplifying the voices…

Former Vice President and 2023 PDP Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has lambasted the Federal Government’s decision to set an 18-year age limit for NECO and WAEC exams, calling it “absurd” and a barrier to scholarships. Atiku took to his Facebook page to criticize the policy, stating, “Tinubu’s policy on age limit for tertiary education admission belongs in the Stone Ages.” He argued that the policy is unconstitutional and undermines intellectual freedom and accessibility. Atiku emphasized that education is a concurrent responsibility between federal and sub-national governments, and the federal government should not dictate policies without considering the needs of gifted…