Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Atiku, who was the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, had commended Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, for his commitment to the interests of the people. “With the conclusion of the…
Iranian authorities carried out on Saturday a public execution of a man convicted of raping and murdering a young girl, the judiciary said. The victim’s family, from the northwestern city of Bukan, had been involved in the legal proceedings and requested the public execution, according to the judiciary’s Mizan Online news website. “The case was…
A commercial bank branch experienced security scares when a suspected intruder allegedly snuck in through a restroom and hid in the ceiling overnight. The incident, which has led to widespread online discussion, is raising serious concerns about bank security protocols. It was reported that the individual entered the bank during business hours. He then discreetly…
The governments of Lagos, Osun, Oyo and Ogun have declared Tuesday, 20 August, a public holiday to commemorate the Isese Day celebration. The announcements were contained in separate circulars on Monday by the commissioners of information for each state. Bode Agoro, the head of service in Lagos, said the decision further reaffirms Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the…
The Chairman of Ado Central Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Engr. Toyin Ojo, has emphasized the potential of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of society. Engr. Ojo made this statement during the graduation ceremony for 40 PWDs held at the Ekiti State Skill Acquisition Centre, Ilokun, Ado-Ekiti, called for…
With the unresolved certificate forgery scandal, President Bola Tinubu on Monday showed off his neighbour and classmate from Chicago State University. Mr Tinubu, at the launch of the Renewed Hope Agricultural Mechanisation Programme in Abuja on Monday, identified a Belarusian as Alex, calling him his schoolmate back then in Chicago. “To all of you, Alex…
Three buses in Bat Yam, south of Tel Aviv have been involved in an explosion incident. According to footage on social media, at least one bus on fire can be seen in a parking lot, with a large plume of smoke rising above. The police in Israel are investigating the development, according to the BBC…
Jimmy Odukoya, the senior pastor of the Fountain of Life church, says God instructed him not to cut his dreadlocks. In a recent sermon, the cleric, who succeeded his late father Taiwo Odukoya, recalled how he sought divine clarity about his appearance before resuming pastoral duties at the church. He said his sister had raised…
Verydarkman, currently facing the House of Representatives, has declined to testify about his allegations, insisting that his lawyer will speak on his behalf. His refusal stems from Bobrisky’s absence from the probe. However, Committee Members have ordered Verydarkman to return and answer questions, adopting his claims, or risk being detained by the parliament. The Chairman…
As Tinubu Confers Posthumous CFR Honour On Lagbaja Tears and tributes flowed freely as the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja was laid to rest in Abuja on Friday, November 15. The burial took place at the National Cemetery in the nation’s capital marking an end to two days of funeral…