News at its Zenith
News at its Zenith
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Governor mourns Osun Monarch’s passing Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has expressed his sorrow over the death of the Oludo Alayemore of Ido-Osun, Oba Aderemi Adedapo. Concerns about the monarch’s health arose on Saturday, with rumors circulating about his demise following an undisclosed illness. However, palace sources refrained from confirming the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Subsidy criticism rocks FG’s N90bn Hajj support. The Federal Government has faced backlash for its decision to subsidize the 2024 Hajj with N90 billion while allocating only N50 billion for the student loan scheme in the 2024 budget. Education and legal experts have criticized the move, arguing it is a gross […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Ijaw youths call for peace in Rivers crisis The Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide has called on political leaders to avoid escalating the crisis in Rivers State amidst ongoing political tensions. This plea was made in a statement jointly signed by its National President, Alaye Theophilus, and Bayelsa Youth Association President, Doupere Precious, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi FG launches overhaul of Northeast Schools Unveiling the initiative in Bauchi State, Vice President Kashim Shettima announced a comprehensive program aimed at transforming secondary education in the Northeast. This phased program will focus on three core pillars: improving access to tertiary institutions, imparting market-relevant skills, and upskilling teachers to keep pace with […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi NJC recommends judicial promotions. Justice Nyesom-Wike Suzzette, wife of the Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyseom Wike, has been recommended for promotion to the Court of Appeal. Suzzette, a former First Lady of Rivers State and currently a Justice at the Rivers State High Court, is among 21 others recommended for elevation. […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi E-Tags mandatory at airports. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has introduced the sale of E-tags, which are now required for entry into Nigeria’s 24 federal airports. This new measure starts today, May 17, as announced on FAAN’s official X handle on Friday. This decision follows the Federal Executive Council […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Stability needed for Naira The founder of Stanbic IBTC, Atedo Peterside, has emphasized that only sustained stability can help the naira strengthen against the dollar and other foreign currencies. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, Peterside criticized the Federal Government’s hurried approach to bolster the naira, arguing it’s not the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi UK Journalists criticize Harry & Meghan’s Nigeria visit. British journalist and presenter Kevin O’Sullivan has criticized Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, for their recent visit to Nigeria. The couple traveled to Nigeria to celebrate the Invictus Games, a tournament founded by Harry for wounded soldiers, but […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Tinubu welcomes Senegalese president President Bola Tinubu is currently hosting the new president of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, at the State House in Abuja. This visit is a courtesy call on President Tinubu by the newest member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Inflation concerns in minimum wage debate A chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Olufemi Ajadi, has urged the federal government to consider the current inflationary trend in determining the minimum wage for workers. Ajadi expressed his dismay over the government’s proposed N48,000 minimum wage, stating it is unrealistic given the […]
