News at its Zenith
News at its Zenith
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Renovation funds for Nasarawa Emir’s palace amid crisis. The Kano State Executive Council has approved nearly N100 million for the renovation of the Nasarawa Emir’s Palace, currently occupied by Alhaji Ado Bayero amidst an ongoing emirate crisis. Governor Abba Yusuf announced this on his official X handle after the council’s […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Dubai Assets: $1 Billion Nigerian politicians’ property scandal An investigation has linked Tinubu’s Minister, Atiku, Datti Baba-Ahmed, and around 200 Nigerian politicians to properties in Dubai worth nearly $1 billion. Nigerians have become the second-largest foreign purchasers of Dubai properties, with 88% owned by politicians, security officers, and civil servants, according to […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Health Insurance for Kwara sweepers The Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has introduced health insurance for all street sweepers in the state, emphasizing the importance of their health and well-being for optimal performance at work. Deputy Governor Kayode Alabi announced this initiative on Saturday in Ilorin during an interactive session […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Portugal Dominates, Georgia Shines Portugal outclassed Turkey to secure their place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 with a 3-0 win in Dortmund on Saturday, while Georgia claimed a historic first point at a major tournament with a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic. Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portuguese side, European champions […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Rivers Crisis: Lawmaker’s actions slammed by Reps caucus The Rivers State House of Representatives caucus has urged the leadership of the Green Chamber to address the conduct of Ikenga Ugochinyere, the representative for Ideato North/Ideato South Federal Constituency in Imo State, regarding his involvement in the ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State. […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi U.S. Lawmakers demand release of Binance chief. U.S. lawmakers French Hill and Chrissy Houlahan are urging Nigeria to release Tigran Gambaryan, an executive of Binance, who is detained on charges including tax evasion and financial crimes. Gambaryan’s health has reportedly deteriorated significantly in Kuje prison, where he is suffering from malaria and […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Lassa Fever Outbreak: NCDC reports 6,704 cases and 162 deaths. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported a total of 6,704 suspected cases of Lassa fever and 162 deaths across 125 Local Government Areas in 28 states. According to the NCDC’s latest situation report on […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Blind DJ’s inspirational journey. Augustine Akpeji, a 26-year-old popular Nigerian DJ who has been blind since the age of four months, shared his inspiring story during an interview with reporters. He recounted how cancer affected his eyes early in life, leading to blindness, yet he pursued his passion for music and became […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Dead Whale consumption risks mercury poisoning. Residents of Okpoama in Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have been warned by the state government that consuming a dead whale could lead to mercury poisoning. The caution comes after locals butchered a dead whale for food. Toyin Azebi, the Permanent Secretary of […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Olubadan: Countdown to coronation, Olakulehin’s family unveils ‘Aso-Ebi’ The anticipation in Ibadan for the coronation of the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, continues to grow. Despite the passing of Oba Lekan Balogun more than three months ago, the city remains in suspense, waiting for Governor Seyi Makinde to announce the coronation date. […]
