The candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Saturday’s by-election for Ibadan North Federal Constituency, Adewale Haastrup Olatunji has lost his polling unit to his counterpart from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Fola Sunday Oyekunle. Olatunji voted at Unit 27 in Ward 10 Saturday morning. According to the results announced at the…
Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, received heartfelt birthday wishes from Hon. Khadijat Kareem Omotayo, Personal Assistant to President Tinubu on Constituency Affairs, as he celebrated his 52nd birthday. “Happy birthday to Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, an inspiring leader and a beacon of excellence in public service!” Omotayo exclaimed. “Today, we…
Vice President Kashim Shettima says the Federal Government is working to establish a national youth development bank and a youth data bank. He said this at the 60th anniversary celebration of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) in Port Harcourt. Shettima, represented by his Technical Adviser on Women and Youth Engagement, Hauwa Liman, said…
A member of the House of Representatives, Alex Ikwechegh, who assaulted an e-hailing (Bolt) driver who went to deliver a package to him has tendered a public apology. Ikwechegh admitted that his behaviour did not meet the standards expected of a public official. He issued the public apology on Monday, saying, “As a public servant,…
Farooq Kperogi, Professor of Journalism and Emerging Media at Kennesaw State University, has apologized to former First Lady Aisha Buhari over his recent statement that she was no longer married to late, former President Muhammadu Buhari. Kperogi stated that it was one of the worst and cruelest lapses of judgement he has ever committed in…
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has suspended one of its pastors, Pastor Ayorinde AdeBello, and Deacon Oke Mayowa, from office over allegations of homosexuality against young people in the church. The church has also directed the Special Assistant to the General Overseer on Administration to conduct a thorough investigation into the allegation within…
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s decision to impose a 5% tax on all refined fuel sales. Obi, in a post late Wednesday, argued that this move will further burden Nigerians who are already struggling with transportation costs. The opposition leader questioned the prioritisation of revenue…
British Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch, has announced that she no longer believes in the existence of God. In a now-viral interview with The Free Press, Badenoch described herself as agnostic and a cultural Christian, explaining that her once-strong religious beliefs have changed over time. When asked if she believes in God, she responded, “Not…
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, has raised fresh concerns over the persistent problem of corruption in Nigeria, stating that the country continues to celebrate individuals who steal public funds. Speaking during an interactive session with journalists in Kano on Sunday, Ndume highlighted how societal values have contributed to the normalization of ill-gotten…
The Edo State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Agun Gbenga, is reported to have slumped and died at a function in Benin City. The commandant slumped shortly after delivering his goodwill message at an event organised by the International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA), held in Benin. Gbenga was…