Tinubu Returns to Abuja After Diplomatic Visits to Japan, Brazil President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja after completing official trips to Japan and Brazil. The presidential aircraft touched down in the early hours of Thursday, August 28, 2025, marking the end of a week-long diplomatic engagement aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s international partnerships. Tinubu departed Brazil on Wednesday after a state visit that focused on deepening bilateral ties. His jet took off from Brasília International Airport Air Force Base at 12:57 p.m. local time. He had arrived in Brasilia on Monday, August 25, where he was received with full…
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The First-Class Oba and the Marijuana Controversy The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, is once again at the centre of controversy—this time over allegations that he indulges in marijuana use. A viral video recently showed the flamboyant monarch furiously denying the claims, raining heavy curses on his accusers. “They are lying against me. If I ever smoked marijuana, let God remove me from this throne,” the Oluwo declared. “You accusers, God will punish you!” READ ALSO: Four Killed in Lagos Clashes as Police Declare Company CEO Wanted The video quickly set social media abuzz, rekindling memories of an old…
Four Killed in Lagos Clashes as Police Declare Company CEO Wanted The Lagos State Police Command has declared the Chief Executive Officer of Prosperous Ariori Golden Venture Limited, Abiodun Ariori, wanted over his alleged role in a violent clash between traders and suspected land grabbers at Owode Onirin, which left three people dead. Police spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed in a statement on Wednesday that a police inspector also sustained life-threatening injuries during the fracas, while the victims were confirmed dead on arrival at the hospital. READ ALSO: Ohanaeze Denies Report on Igbo Exclusion from 2027 Presidency According to him, the…
Ohanaeze Denies Report on Igbo Exclusion from 2027 Presidency Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has dismissed as false a report suggesting that the organisation barred Igbo people from contesting the 2027 presidential election. The President General of the apex Igbo socio-cultural body, Chief Azuta Mbata, clarified a statement he personally signed on Wednesday night, describing the report as fake and unfounded. He stressed that any Igbo man or woman with a political party affiliation and ambition is free to contest any position, including the presidency, in the forthcoming elections. READ ALSO: FG, ASUU in Crucial Talks Today to Avert Nationwide Strike “Ohanaeze Ndigbo…
FG, ASUU in Crucial Talks Today to Avert Nationwide Strike The Federal Government will today meet with leaders of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in Abuja in a last-minute move to prevent another nationwide strike. The meeting, scheduled for 11:30 a.m. at the Ministry of Education conference room, will be chaired by the Minister of Education and attended by the Minister of Labour, representatives of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, and the Solicitor-General. It is expected to focus on the renegotiated 2009 FGN–ASUU agreement and other unresolved demands of the lecturers. READ ALSO: Judith Udeh Leads Geneith…
Judith Udeh Leads Geneith Health Competition Activation at LASU Symposium Pharm. Judith Ngozi Udeh, Principal Manager, Marketing at Geneith Pharmaceuticals Limited, and Co-Initiator of the Geneith Health Competition (GHC), took centre stage at the 8th Annual BAMSA Symposium of Lagos State University (LASU), where the innovative health initiative was officially activated. Udeh, who led the Geneith delegation comprising Pharm. Abimbola Bowoto, Assistant General Manager (Sales & Marketing), Pharm. James Ochuogu, and Pharm. Somto Chimbiko, both Brand Managers, unveiled the vision of the GHC before an audience of over 1,000 students. READ ALSO:Judith Udeh Bags 2025 Leadership Peace Award in Abuja…
Judith Udeh Bags 2025 Leadership Peace Award in Abuja Pharm. Judith Ngozi Udeh, Principal Manager (Marketing) at Geneith Pharmaceuticals Limited, has been honoured with the 2025 Leadership Peace Award of Excellence for her contributions to peacebuilding and transformational leadership. The award was presented by the Coalition of Nigerian Women Forum for Peace and Good Governance at a ceremony held at Peace Media Hotel, Abuja. Udeh, who is also the founder of Geneith’s Hospital and Institutional Business, was recognised for her impact in healthcare marketing, hospital and institutional outreach, and youth engagement, including the Geneith Health Competition. READ ALSO: Udeh Bags Prestigious…
Oyelola Emerges PRO of ASUP, Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti A lecturer in the Department of Mass Communication, Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti, Mr. Oyelola Oyewale, has been elected Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the institution’s Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) chapter. Oyelola secured 194 votes to defeat Mr. Adelana of the Urban and Regional Planning Department, who polled 127 votes, in the election held on Tuesday at the Polytechnic’s Conference Hall. READ ALSO: Imo Govt Bans Kindergarten, Nursery Graduation Parties In his manifesto, the media expert pledged to launch the ASUP-FPA Quarterly Bulletin and give the chapter’s activities deserving media visibility. Oyelola, who…
Imo Govt Bans Kindergarten, Nursery Graduation Parties The Imo State Government has banned graduation parties for kindergarten, nursery and Junior Secondary School (JSS3) pupils, citing the need to ease financial pressure on parents and refocus attention on academics. The Commissioner for Education, Prof. Bernard Ikegwuoha, announced the decision in a memo addressed to parents, guardians and school operators. He said the directive is part of a new policy aimed at strengthening the state’s education system for the benefit of students and families. READ ALSO: Tinubu Approves 80% Dialysis Subsidy, Cuts Cost to N12,000 Per Session The memo, dated August 15, 2025,…
Tinubu Approves 80% Dialysis Subsidy, Cuts Cost to N12,000 Per Session President Bola Tinubu has approved an 80 per cent subsidy on kidney dialysis sessions in selected federal hospitals across the country, reducing the cost from about N50,000 to N12,000. The initiative, launched in January at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, is being implemented across the six geopolitical zones through designated federal medical centres and teaching hospitals. READ ALSO: Tinubu Earns N1.5m Monthly, Ministers Less Than N1m – RMAFC Facilities currently participating include the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Ebute-Metta, Lagos; FMC Jabi, Abuja; University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan;…