Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

The Director General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Mrs Aisha Dahir-Umar, has said the revolution Nigeria has recorded in its pension industry cannot be reversed despite the various challenges and ongoing pushbacks. In her groundbreaking book entitled, ‘Fighting for the Future: Nigeria’s Pension Reform Journey’, which can now be downloaded free from the PenCom website, Dahir-Umar provided the first authoritative account of the history of Nigeria’s pension reform which was launched by former President Olusegun Obasanjo with the introduction of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) in 2004. The book, published by Cable Books, an imprint of Cable Newspapers Ltd,…

The Federal Government through the Ministry of Interior has declared the N5,000 “Compliance Fee” charged by some personnel of the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, in some Passport Offices to help applicants process their passports. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration while responding to questions by Vanguard. “Compliance fee? I am hearing it for the first time. We will plead with Nigerians to assist us to succeed. Do not pay compliance fee, if there is anything like that. Do not pay for your rights. There is nothing in the books that is compliance fee. Please, let us educate…

Yoruba Nation agitator and separatist, Sunday Adeyemo better known as Sunday Igboho, has regained his freedom after two years of trial in the Republic of Benin. Confirming his release to Nigerian Tribune, Igboho said he is free to leave Cotonou for Nigeria and any other country. “I am now free to return to Nigeria and visit any country in the world. I have fulfilled all the legal conditions attached to my bail a few years back and I am coming home to Nigeria, my country of origin, any moment from now. “I can confirm to you that I am now…

Lamine Yamal became the youngest la Liga goalscorer ever as Barcelona drew 2-2 at Granada, who took the lead after just 17 seconds. Xavi’s side needed an equaliser five minutes from time, turning home Alejandro Balde’s cross from close range to complete a two-goal comeback. The shocking opener came when Gavi gave the ball away in midfield and Lucas Boye set free Bryan Zaragoza, whose effort Marc-Andre ter Stegen will feel he should have stopped after getting both hands to the ball. Bryan then doubled the lead, out-pacing Jules Kounde before turning back and stroking the ball home. The Azulgrana’s…

Iconic Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, Ayo Makun simply known as AY, has apologised to his colleague in the entertainment industry, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido over his comment at a recent comedy show in Warri, Delta State. During the show, AY mentioned that he had been trying to have children for years despite the fact that Warri men have ‘huge manhoods’ but it took him years to have two children. However, according to the funny man it took Davido who has a ‘little manhood’ fathered several children. AY’s statement has since gone viral in the Nigerian digital space. But…

Gabriel Martinelli’s late goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 victory over title rivals Manchester City in the biggest game of the Premier League season so far. The Brazilian’s 87th-minute shot hit Nathan Ake in the face and deflected past a wrong-footed Ederson, giving Arsenal the lead and subsequently a three huge points. Arsenal had earlier made a nervy start and could have been behind inside five minutes, but a Josko Gvardiol shot was cleared off the line and Ake blazed over from close range. David Raya in particular was wobbly and very luck that the ball ended up in the side…

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced the suspension of nine workers who were allegedly involved in fraudulent ticket dealings. The suspension was as a result of allegation that some staff members of the NRC engaged in dishonest act – collecting cash from passengers unlawfully. A video emerged in the past week showing the yet-to-be-identified staff collecting money from passengers on the Lagos-Ibadan Train Service. The staff had allowed the passengers to board the train without obtaining tickets, only to ask them for money mid-trip. Speaking to journalists in Ibadan, Mr. Fidet Okhiria, Managing Director of the NRC confirmed that…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered the demolition of popular Bombata and Jankara Markets in Lagos Island as part of the on-going efforts to regenerate Lagos Island and deflooding project of the area. Sanwo-Olu gave the directive on Sunday, while addressing the media during an inspection tour which started from Idumagbo Avenue through Ojo-Giwa, Jankara, Oroyinyin, Bombata, Pelewura and Ilubinrin of the state. The state government is building a Pumping Station, six metres by 1.2 metres to convey flood water from Thomas and Idumagbo areas into the Lagoon. Sanwo-Olu, who was accompanied by the state Commissioners for the Environment and…

Lewis Dunk grabbed a late equaliser as Brighton rescued a 2-2 draw with Liverpool following an absorbing match at the AMEX Stadium. The Merseysiders were looking to bounce back from their controversial first league loss of the campaign at Tottenham last week, but fell behind on 20 minutes when Simon Adingra caught out former Seagulls star Alexis Mac Allister before firing a clinical long-range shot beyond the out-of-position Alisson. The visitors struggled for large periods in the first 45 but turned it around with a double blast in five minutes prior to the break. Salah guided home his first on…

Christian Pulisic’s late strike at Genoa sent Milan top of the Serie A table, despite a crazy end to the match which saw both goalkeepers red-carded. The American striker controlled a cross from compatriot Yunus Musah on his right foot and then crashed home a left-footed volley leaving Josep Martinez with no chance. There was a lengthy check to judge whether the ball struck Pulisic’s bicep or right chest before he shot home, but without conclusive evidence, it appeared, eventually the goal was allowed to stand. That was only the start of the drama though, as seven minutes into injury…

Governor Hyacinth Alia has ordered all criminals currently operating in Benue State to leave or risk arrest. This is contained in a press statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Sir Tersoo Kula, and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Makurdi on Saturday. According to the statement, “Gov. Alia is serious about securing the state and ridding it of criminal elements.” The statement stated that no criminal in the state would escape punishment, adding that nobody is above the law as long the person is a resident in the state. On the Kwande attack on…

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun has instituted a scholarship scheme for 550 indigent students of the Remo Federal Constituency of the state. He instituted the scheme in memory of his son, Gbemiga Abiodun, aka DJ Olu, who died six years ago. Speaking at the launch on Saturday at Iperu in Ikenne Local Government Area, Abiodun said the scheme would ensure that brilliant, but indigent students had access to quality education. He said primary school pupils and students in secondary schools and tertiary institutions would benefit from the scheme, adding that the number of beneficiaries would increase to 1,000 in the next 12…