Police confirm death of man in Sagamu hotel room
The Police Command in Ogun State has confirmed the death of one Sunday Abidoye, whose lifeless body was discovered in one of the rooms at Creestar Hotel in Sagamu on Wednesday. Omolola Odutola, the Command’s spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement in Abeokuta on Wednesday. She said the hotel’s Chief Security Officer (CSO), who preferred […]
Mali PM dismissed after criticising military rule
Mali Prime Minister Choguel Kokalla Maïga has been dismissed after he criticised the military rulers’ handling of the transition to civilian rule. The secretary general of the presidential office, Alfousseyni Diawara, announced the decision on national television stating that “the duties of the prime minister and the members of the government are terminated.” The move […]
At 32 Davido celebrates with livestream concert for fans
The Nigerian global music sensation, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is 32 today (November 21, 2024), and he is marking the milestone with a livestream “Davido & Friends Birthday Concert” to his fans worldwide. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Grammy-nominated singer stated this on his X account (formerly Twitter) with […]
Tinubu approves restructuring of media and communications team
President Bola Tinubu has re-designated the positions of two recently appointed officials in the State House media and communications team to enhance efficiency within the government’s communication machinery. The restructuring announced in a statement by Bay0o Onanuga, Special Adviser on Media and Strategy are as follows: Mr. Sunday Dare – hitherto Special Adviser on Public […]
Tinubu congratulates Gbeleyi, BPE DG, on his 60th birthday
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mr. Ayodeji Ariyo Gbeleyi on the occasion of his 60th birthday on November 16, 2024. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the president said as the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), Mr. Gbeleyi plays a pivotal role in transforming and […]
Tinubu lauds Nigerian Tribune for ‘75 years of progressive journalism’
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Nigerian Tribune Newspaper’s Board, Management, and staff on its 75th anniversary. The paper was established on November 16, 1949, by Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a distinguished statesman and the first Premier of the old Western Region, along with his wife, Hannah Dideolu, the Nigerian Tribune has cultivated a legacy of […]
Ondo Elections: Experts Urge Journalists To Combat Misinformation
By Esi-ife Arogundade Media and civil society experts have tasked journalists with combatting misinformation during the Ondo State governorship bye-elections, scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024. They gave the charge on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at a webinar themed “Misinformation and Elections: Journalists, Public Educators, and Opinion Shapers,” organised by Corporate Accountability and Public Participation […]
Tinubu demands end to Israeli aggression in Gaza, backs two state solution
President Bola Tinubu on Monday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia called for an end to Israeli aggression in Gaza, warning that “the conflict in Palestine has persisted for far too long, inflicting immeasurable suffering.” Addressing the extraordinary Arab-Islamic Summit, convened to address the current situation in the Middle East, Tinubu expressed deep concern on the humanitarian […]
Prof Jide Osuntokun: A Life of Service and Legacy
By Toyin Falola The Noble Academic and Patriot by Ayorinde Omosebi is a biography of Professor Jide Osuntokun chronicling the life of this great historian, diplomat, and educator who has left significant marks across Nigeria’s academic and political landscape. In a careful reading of this biography, it is seen that important aspects of his life, […]
Northern Senators’ Forum applauds Tinubu for ordering release of protesters
The Northern Senators’ Forum on Tuesday applauded President Bola Tinubu for showing leadership in ordering the release of minors arrested and detained during the #EndBadGovernance protests. The Chairman of the forum, Sen. Abdulaziz Yar’Adua, indicated this in a statement in Abuja. He said the President’s decision was a demonstration of his commitment to protecting the […]
