Visa applications from Nigeria, Russia and at least 73 other countries will no longer be processed by United States embassies and consulates as Washington moves to tighten immigration screening over concerns about welfare dependence. The US Department of State has directed consular officers to pause visa processing for the affected countries from January 21, pending…
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a masquerade alleged to have carried out unprovoked violent attacks on residents, leading to a breach of public peace in Awgbu, Orumba North Local Government Area of the state. In a viral video circulating online, the masquerade was seen chasing and attacking passers-by, disrupting a public function and…
Several gospel singers including Lekan Remilekun-Amos otherwise called Omo Dafidi and Lanre Teriba popularly known as Atorise have mourned colleague and worship leader, Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi. Ms Akinnaanu reportedly passed away on Monday in Lagos hospital. She was 46 years old last November. Atorise, in an emotion-laden voice, told newsmen that…
The World Bank announced yesterday that Nigeria’s economy is on track to record its fastest growth in more than a decade, upgrading its forecast for the country’s economic growth to 4.4 per cent for 2026 and 2027. The World Bank disclosed this in its latest Global Economic Prospects report released yesterday. The latest growth forecast…
The Nigeria Police Force has advised Nigerians not to struggle or fight back if they find themselves in a dangerous situation involving criminals, urging citizens to prioritise their safety above all else. The Force Public Relations Officer, Mr Benjamin Hundeyin, gave the advice on Tuesday while speaking during an interview on Politics Today, a programme…
In the history of Oyo State, leadership has often been a subject of debate, with governors coming and going, leaving behind promises that barely scratched the surface of real progress. However, since Governor Seyi Makinde assumed office in May 2019, the narrative has changed dramatically. Today, the people of Oyo State can proudly say they…
The family of popular Nigerian gospel singer and evangelist Evangelist Olubunmi Akinnaanu Adeoye, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, has confirmed her death. The announcement was made through a statement released by a colleague in the gospel music industry, Alayo melody and signed by a family representative. According to the statement, Omije Ojumi passed away on…
The World Health Organisation has called on governments to significantly increase taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol to save lives. WHO warns that beverages like sugary drinks and alcohol are too accessible and cost too little in most of the world, helping fuel obesity, diabetes, cancer, and injury. “Health taxes have been shown to reduce…
The police command in Oyo state says it has rescued kidnapped victims, arrested alleged murderers, and foiled abductions across the state. In a statement on Tuesday, the command’s spokesman, Ayanlade Olayinka, said police foiled a kidnap attempt in Budo, Bassi Camp in Iseyin, on Sunday, involving five armed hoodlums who reportedly kidnapped a 60-year-old man…
Every 14th of January is a significant date, a day blessed from above with the birth of an undoubted representative, a servant leader, and positively motivated individual, Dr. Akin Fagbemi. Henry Miller once said, “the real leader has no need to lead – he is content to point the way.” Fagbemi, the Chairman of the…
