Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Senate Passes Vote Of Confidence In Senate President Akpabio. The Nigerian Senate has passed a vote of confidence in Senate President Godswill Akpabio, reaffirming its support for his leadership despite ongoing controversy within the upper legislative chamber. The decision followed a motion by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, who emphasised the importance of legislative order, transparency, and governance. He addressed concerns surrounding recent events in the Senate, seeking to clarify any misconceptions. Natasha’s Suspension Sparks Debate The vote of confidence comes amid a dispute involving Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, who was recently suspended from…

Governor Okpebholo Lifts Suspension of Edo Attorney General. The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has lifted the suspension of the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Samson Osagie, with immediate effect. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Osagie was suspended in February alongside the Chairman of the State Local Government Commission, Damian Lawani, over alleged financial infractions. However, following a thorough investigation, an official report cleared him of any wrongdoing. His reinstatement was confirmed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor, dated 12 March. The letter…

ITTF-Africa President Hails Tunisia For Record-Breaking Table Tennis Event. The President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ITTF-Africa), Wahid Enitan Oshodi, has commended Tunisia for successfully hosting the ITTF-Africa tournament, which achieved unprecedented online viewership. The event, held in Tunis from 25-27 February, marked a significant milestone for African table tennis, drawing global attention and setting new digital engagement records. According to a media analytics report released by the ITTF-Africa Media Team, the tournament garnered an impressive 973,700 views on Facebook and 1,523,677 views on Instagram—double the figures recorded during the previous edition in Rwanda. YouTube livestreaming also attracted over…

Putin Calls For End To Fighting In Ukraine But Stresses Need For Lasting Peace. Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that hostilities in Ukraine must come to an end, but he emphasised that any ceasefire should lead to an “enduring peace” and address the root causes of the conflict. Speaking on the ongoing crisis, Putin acknowledged that a ceasefire is a “good idea” and that Russia “absolutely supports it.” However, he stressed that key issues need to be discussed before any agreement is reached. Diplomatic Tensions Over Ceasefire Proposal The United States and Ukraine have both insisted that the…

Nigerian Woman Appears In UK Court To Prove She Is Alive Amid Probate Dispute. A Nigerian-born woman, June Ashimola, has made a startling court appearance in the United Kingdom to disprove claims of her death, bringing an end to a long-running probate dispute. Ashimola, who was declared dead in 2019 without leaving a will, had her £350,000 estate granted to Ruth Samuel on behalf of a man named Bakare Lasisi, who allegedly married her in 1993. However, suspicions arose when Ashimola was reportedly seen alive in Nigeria, leading to questions about the authenticity of her death certificate. Despite…

Arsenal Target Leroy Sané and Bruno Guimarães in Summer Transfer Plans. Arsenal have set their sights on Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané as they prepare for the summer transfer window. The 29-year-old Germany international is nearing the end of his contract at the Bundesliga club, and the Gunners are reportedly keen on securing him on a free transfer. New Arsenal director of football, Andrea Berta, is also looking to strengthen the squad with the addition of Newcastle United’s Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimarães and Real Sociedad’s Spanish midfielder Martín Zubimendi. Guimarães, 27, is attracting interest from multiple clubs, including Barcelona,…

Federal Government Seeks To Standardise Diagnostic Services For Improved Healthcare. The Federal Government has underscored the importance of standardising and harmonising diagnostic services across all levels of healthcare in the country. Speaking at the National Summit on Diagnostics in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health, Dr Adekunle Salako, highlighted the critical role of diagnostics in accurate disease detection, effective treatment planning, and improved patient outcomes. Dr Salako emphasised that achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and enhancing healthcare delivery would be impossible without an integrated diagnostic framework. He noted that quality diagnostics are essential for fulfilling the four pillars…

Lagos State League Set To Redefine Grassroots Football. Excitement is building as the highly anticipated Lagos State League is set to kick off next Wednesday, bringing a new level of professionalism and discipline to grassroots football. With 14 men’s teams and 10 women’s teams competing across five divisions, the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has made it clear that commitment and discipline will be strictly enforced throughout the competition. Firm Rules to Ensure Professionalism At the official draw held at the LSFA headquarters, league officials issued a strong warning to all participating clubs—failure to honour matches without a valid…

Nigeria’s Power Sector Faces Crisis As GenCos Demand Full Debt Settlement. Nigeria’s power sector is facing an escalating financial crisis as electricity generation companies (GenCos) warn of potential shutdowns due to unpaid government debts. Despite promises of intervention, the Federal Government has only paid 19.5 per cent of the N1.9 trillion subsidy debt owed to GenCos, raising concerns over the sustainability of power supply. Mounting Debts And Payment Shortfalls Recent documents from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) reveal that the government has paid just N371 billion towards last year’s tariff shortfalls. The shortfall has left GenCos struggling to…

UK Introduces New Visa And Transit Rules For Travellers, Including Nigeria. The United Kingdom has introduced updated visa and transit regulations, with Nigeria among the countries now required to obtain entry and transit visas under the new system. According to the UK Home Office, visas can now be issued in either physical form or as a digital eVisa. Additionally, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system has been introduced for eligible countries, replacing visa requirements for some travellers. Under the revised rules, passengers from visa-required countries, including Nigeria, can transit airside through the UK without a visa if they…

Nigeria U-23 Handball Team Secure Convincing Victory Over Azerbaijan. Nigeria’s under-23 handball team delivered an outstanding second-half performance to claim a 29-17 victory over Azerbaijan on Wednesday at the 5th IHF Emerging Nations Championship in Varna, Bulgaria. Following a 31-31 draw against the United States in their opening match, Coach Solomon Yola’s side entered this encounter better prepared. However, they initially struggled to convert their chances, despite taking an early 4-1 lead. The closely contested first half ended 9-8 in favour of Nigeria. Azerbaijan made an aggressive start to the second half, scoring the first goal after the…

Aleshinloye Traders Demand Functional Fire Station After Market Blaze   Traders at Aleshinloye Market in Ibadan have voiced their frustration over the absence of a functional fire station within the market, which houses approximately 2,000 shops. Their concerns were raised following a fire incident on Tuesday that destroyed goods worth millions of naira. The traders, particularly those dealing in plastic materials, attributed the extensive damage to the lack of immediate firefighting intervention. Mr Lukman Balogun, a trader at the market, lamented that the office of the Oyo State Fire Service within the premises was being used for storage rather than…