< 1 mn read Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State emphasized the importance of conducting free and fair elections as a way to honor the memory of late Chief MKO Abiola and other heroes of democracy. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Mr. Olawale Rasheed, to commemorate Democracy Day in Osogbo, Adeleke highlighted the significance of June 12, […]
< 1 mn read Barrister Felix Alari, a former Federal Commissioner of the Public Complaint Commission (PCC), has made a significant endorsement of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its gubernatorial candidate, Asue Ighodalo, ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in Edo State, Nigeria. Alari, who was previously associated with the All Progressives Congress (APC), cited several reasons for […]
2 mn read The Boston Celtics clinched a critical victory over the Dallas Mavericks, securing a 3-0 lead in the NBA Finals with a final score of 106-99. Led by their star players Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics demonstrated resilience and determination throughout the game. Jayson Tatum, breaking out of a recent scoring slump, led the […]
2 mn read The World Health Organization (WHO) has provided updates on the current situation regarding avian influenza virus (H5N1), highlighting both the spread of the virus among dairy herds and its implications for public health: 1. **Dairy Herds Affected**: The number of dairy herds affected by the avian influenza virus (H5N1) has increased significantly. As of the […]
2 mn read The Supreme Court of Nigeria has reserved its judgment on a significant case regarding the autonomy of Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the country. The Federal Government, represented by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, initiated the suit seeking full autonomy for the 774 LGAs across Nigeria. The […]
2 mn read Several European countries are facing critical shortages of doctors and nurses, prompting them to simplify work visa procedures to attract foreign healthcare professionals. According to a 2023 report from EURES (European Employment Services), countries such as Switzerland, Germany, Norway, Ireland, the Netherlands, Austria, and Denmark are in urgent need of healthcare workers. The shortages are […]
2 mn read In his reflective opinion piece, Teejay Ameen shares his experiences living with albinism both in Nigeria and the United Kingdom. His narrative contrasts the societal perceptions and experiences he encountered in both countries. Ameen starts by describing a moment at a party in London where someone singled him out with the term “afin ni,” intending […]
< 1 mn read Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State recently extended warm congratulations to Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), on her 70th birthday. In a statement conveyed by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori praised Dr. Okonjo-Iweala as a distinguished daughter of Delta State, specifically hailing her achievements as the […]
2 mn read The Professional Footballers’ Associations (PFA) of England and the UNFP of France have taken FIFA to court in Brussels, challenging FIFA’s decision to unilaterally set the timetable for the new Club World Cup scheduled for 2025. Here are the key points from the legal challenge: 1. **Legal Basis**: The PFA and UNFP argue that FIFA’s […]
2 mn read The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the planned arraignment of Alhaji Yahaya Bello, the former Governor of Kogi State, until June 27, due to the absence of the lead counsel for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Kemi Pinhero, SAN. Here are the key details from the court proceedings: 1. **Reason […]
