Author: Victor Fola

Tobi Amusan, the current World Record holder, has emerged as the winner of the Women’s 100m Hurdles event at the prestigious Silesia Diamond League, where she shattered the meet record with a blazing time of 12.34 seconds. The race witnessed a thrilling finish as American athlete Kendra Harrison gave a valiant pursuit, only to be overtaken by Amusan in a nail-biting dash to the finish line, securing the top spot by the slimmest of margins.

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Vice-President Kashim Shettima has said that there cannot be a military solution to the crisis in the North West. Shettima, however, called for the support of Nigerians in relation to the upcoming solution proposed by the federal government to combat the ongoing crisis in the North West region. In recent times, the zone has grappled with an upsurge in banditry, resulting in significant loss of lives and the displacement of thousands. Various stakeholders have recommended an alternative approach to the government’s military strategy in addressing the crisis. However, last week, the Chief of Army Staff, Maj. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, opposed…

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The Senate has denounced reports by that N70billion allocated to the National Assembly in the recently passed N819billion Supplementary Appropriation Act Bill was ‘palliatives’ for lawmakers. The red chamber also denied reports that the lawmakers ‘padded’ the supplementary budget. The Chairman Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Senator Yemi Adaramodu (APC – Ekiti South), who made the clarifications in a statement in Abuja, said the money is meant for “facelift” of the National Assembly and not for individual lawmakers. He added that presently, some lawmakers had to bring in some of their personal effects like “chairs and tables” for…

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President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Africa’s unity and strength, while strongly opposing of a new scramble for Africa and exploitation of the continent’s resources. Tinubu charged African leaders to be proactive in forging the destinies of their various countries, noting that the odds stacked against the continent and its people do not require passive leadership. The President said this in Nairobi, Kenya, at the Fifth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting (5thMYCM) of the African Union (AU), the Regional Economic Communities (RECs), the Regional Mechanisms (RMs), and the African Union Member-States According to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Special Duties,…

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Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma has raised the minimum wage for workers in the state to N40,000. This move comes as a measure to alleviate the hardships brought about by the removal of fuel subsidy. During a meeting with key stakeholders in Owerri, the state capital, Governor Uzodimma made this announcement. He also outlined additional measures aimed at tackling the economic challenges faced by the people. These measures include a revolving loan of N5 billion for farmers and provisions for free transportation and medical care. Expressing his commitment, Governor Uzodimma stated, “There shall be an immediate upward review of the…

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The Federal Government has ordered a clampdown on local fabricators of arms and weapons in a bid to tackle the spread of illegal arms and ammunition in the country. Speaking in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, Mr. Sola Akinlade, the South West Zonal Coordinator of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), disclosed the urgent measures that have been put in place. Akinlade underscored the necessity of these actions due to the alarming proliferation of small arms and weapons, which pose a significant threat to our nation’s security. Akinlade emphasized that the unrestricted access…

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President Bola Tinubu has urged African leaders to uphold democracy, respect the rule of law, and maintain political stability during a high-level event organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on the margins of the Fifth Mid-Year African Union (AU) Coordination Meeting. As the Chairperson of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, Tinubu emphasized the importance of discouraging coups d’état, particularly in light of challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, insecurity, and climate change. “Africa must address the root causes of unconstitutional changes and coups d’état,” President Tinubu stated. “The rise in military takeovers disrupts our democratic…

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France’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Emmanuelle Blatmann, has revealed that Nigeria holds the position of France’s primary trade partner in sub-Saharan Africa. Speaking at the embassy’s residence in Abuja during the celebration of her country’s national day, the ambassador emphasized that Nigeria’s trade alone constituted a staggering 75% of French investments in West Africa. Expressing her gratitude to the guests and embassy partners who attended the national day celebration, Blatmann highlighted the significance of the occasion for those who identify with the universal message espoused by the revolution and embrace the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity. Highlighting the robust economic…

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Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma has reiterated his commitment to a violence-free process as the November 11 governorship election approaches. The governor made this known in an address to stakeholders during a pre-election workshop organized by the state government in collaboration with the African Union Development Agency – New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD) in Owerri on Friday. Represented by his deputy, Placid Njoku, Uzodimma urged all involved in the electioneering process to ensure a peaceful poll, allowing votes to be duly counted. He advised politicians against treating the election as a do-or-die affair but rather to abide by the…

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Nigeria has fulfilled its financial obligations to the African Union (AU) by fully paying its assessed contributions for the year 2023. The confirmation came on Saturday from the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Adamu Ibrahim Lamuwa, during the 43rd Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the AU in Nairobi, Kenya. Ambassador Lamuwa, in a statement issued by the State House Director of Information Abiodun Oladunjoye, explained that the payment demonstrated Nigeria’s commitment as an AU member-state. He praised President Bola Tinubu for living up to expectations, not only as the Chairperson of ECOWAS but also…

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