Author: Olakunle Oke
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A pall of grief has descended upon Ondo State following the sudden passing of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu in the early hours of Wednesday. To honor his legacy and contributions, the newly sworn-in Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has declared a three-day mourning period throughout the state. During this time, the national flag will fly at half-mast on […]
The footballing world breathed a collective sigh of relief today as Luton Town announced their captain, Tom Lockyer, has been discharged from hospital following his on-field cardiac arrest during Saturday’s Premier League match against Bournemouth. The shocking incident, which saw Lockyer collapse midway through the second half, forced the abandonment of the game and sent […]
In a move heralding a potential new era for Nigerian energy, the Federal Government has proudly confirmed the resumption of operations at the Port Harcourt Refining and Petrochemical Company, marking a milestone in the country’s quest for domestic fuel production. This long-awaited news brings to an end months of anticipation, following previous assurances from the […]
In a twist that would set the footballing world buzzing, Manchester United’s Raphael Varane could be on the verge of a SHOCKING return to his former stomping ground, Real Madrid. Just over two years after his departure from the Bernabéu, the French center-back emerges as a potential solution to Los Blancos’ deepening DEFENSIVE CRISIS. Madrid’s […]
Popular singer Mayorkun’s recent Calabar visit took a sour turn when he lost valuable jewelry during his 2023 Calabar Carnival performance. Expressing his frustration on social media, Mayorkun declared he might never return to the city. However, a swift turn of events saw Calabar officials working to mend fences and ease the situation. In a […]
Tragedy struck northeastern China today as a mining accident claimed the lives of 12 individuals and injured 13 others. The incident occurred at a coal mine on the outskirts of Jixi city in Heilongjiang province, casting a heavy shadow over the region. Initial reports indicate that a vehicle malfunction within the mine’s inclined shaft triggered […]
According to data released by the Debt Management Office (DMO), Nigeria’s total public debt rose slightly from N87.38 trillion in June to N87.91 trillion at the end of September. The N87.91 trillion comprises the domestic and external debts of the Federal Government of Nigeria, 36 state governments and the Federal Capital Territory. The country’s external […]
The Presidency has revealed the companies that will be participating in the 50 per cent slash of inter-state transport fares approved by President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu, on Wednesday, approved the reduction as well as free train rides for Nigerians starting Thursday, December 21, 2023, to January 4, 2024. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele […]
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has restated the commitment of his administration to scale up funding to build capacity of Artisans, and Tradesmen in the state. Speaking at the 14th Tradesmen and Artisans Day with the theme Collaboration and Networking: the Path to Artisanal Growth and Development.” Governor Sanwo-Olu said that the event is designed […]
Three-time Commonwealth champion, Odunayo Adekuoroye, is keen to secure her first Olympic medal when she makes her third appearance at a Games in Paris next year. Adekuoroye qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics by winning the bronze medal in women’s 57kg at the World Wrestling Championships in Belgrade, Serbia in September. The 30-year-old won her […]
