Author: Akintayo Adams

The United Nations has reiterated its prediction that 82 million Nigerians, approximately 64% of the population, could face hunger by 2030. The UN urged the government to address climate change, pest infestations, and other threats to agricultural productivity. This warning follows a continuous increase in food prices in the country. Speaking recently at the launch of CropWatch in Abuja, the Resident Humanitarian Coordinator of the Food and Agriculture Organisation, represented by one of the UN officials, Taofiq Braimoh, said, “The government of Nigeria, in collaboration with others, conducts an annual food security survey. This year’s results are alarming: approximately 22…

President Bola Tinubu has said it’s a shame that Nigeria generates 4.5GW of electricity despite the size of the country. Tinubu made his position known while inaugurating a 31-member Presidential Economic Coordination Council at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa Abuja yesterday. He emphasized the need for innovative solutions to the country’s economic challenges. “We have the challenge of energy security in Nigeria. We need to work together to improve our oil and gas sector, and we must also increase electricity generation and distribution throughout the country. “We are determined to do that with your cooperation, collaboration, and recommendations. As a…

July 6 is the 187th day of the year (188th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar, leaving 179 days until the year’s end. In this post, we revisit historical events reflecting the day’s rich and diverse impact on history and society. July 6, 2014: A nationwide mystery grips Ghana when “highlife” musician Castro disappears along with his girlfriend. They are suspected to have had a jet ski accident at Ghana’s Ada Estuary, but an intensive search fails to find their bodies. Castro will be declared legally dead on July 6, 2021. July 6, 1990: A campaign of bombings carried…

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has announced the suspension of services between Delta and Kogi due to unsatisfactory track conditions from Ujevwu in Delta State to Itakpe in Kogi State. The suspension, effective from Friday, was disclosed in a notice titled “Public Announcement” sent to customers, indicating that operations are planned to resume on Monday, July 8, 2024. The suspension was attributed to an obstruction on the track. “This is to officially notify our esteemed passengers that the Warri-Itakpe Train will not run today Friday, 5th July 2024 due to the obstruction we have on our track. “We shall resume our…

Operatives from the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Army Guards Brigade have arrested at least six bandits during clearance operations in the Federal Capital Territory. This was made known via a statement on Friday by the FCT police command spokesperson, Josephine Adeh. The statement read, “In the continued effort and stride against criminality in the Federal Capital Territory, the operatives of the FCT police command from the anti-kidnapping unit, in synergy with troops of the Nigerian Army Guards Brigade, conducted clearance operations in some identified bandits camps in Kaduna and Niger states, respectively, all bordering FCT. “The security operatives,…

Bauchi State Police Command have rescued a five-year-old boy who was allegedly chained by his father. The Police Commissioner in the state said the incident came to light on 3rd July 2024 after a concerned citizen reported the matter to the ward head. “According to the report received by the ward head, a resident of the same area had spotted young Hussaini tied with a chain inside a room,” the CP said. “Upon verifying the distressing information, the local authorities were alerted and promptly responded and a team of detectives led by CSP Mubarak S. Baba, the Divisional Police Officer…

Songstress Simi has released her much-anticipated album ‘Lost and Found’. It was released in the early hours of Friday. It featured the Legendary Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey, Asa, Lojay, and Ladipoe. Singer Bella Shmurda, Rapper Falz, and the iconic Tiwa Savage were other artistes featured in the masterpiece. The project comprises tracks like ‘Lost and Found’, ‘Miracle Worker (feat. Lojay)’, ‘Gimme Something’, ‘Know You II (feat. Ladipoe)’, ‘Alaafia (feat. Bella Shmurda)’, ‘Messiah (feat. Asa)’, ‘All I Want’ and ‘One Of One’. Other tracks to enjoy are ‘Romance Therapy’, ‘Borrow Me Your Baby (featuring Falz)’, ‘Men Are Crazy (feat. Tiwa Savage)’,…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has inaugurated a 31-member Presidential Economic Coordination Council. This happened at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, on Thursday. He stated that the Federal Government has presented its review of the accelerated stabilization and advancement plan, aiming to inject ₦2 trillion into the economy over the next six months. President Bola Tinubu emphasized his administration’s commitment to increasing crude oil production to two million barrels per day and boosting electricity generation in the coming months. He described Nigeria’s current power generation and crude oil production as “shameful.” The committee comprises himself, Vice President Kashima Shettima, Senate President…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, on the victory of his party in the United Kingdom general election. Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity in a statement on behalf of the President, said as a former leader of the opposition in Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu understands how it feels to win an election. “President Tinubu specially notes the determination and courage the incoming Prime Minister of the United Kingdom demonstrated throughout his years in the opposition and as the leader of the Labour Party.” The President…

Sir Keir Starmer has officially become Prime Minister after meeting with King Charles and is set to give his first speech outside Downing Street. He accepted the King’s request to form a government following Rishi Sunak’s resignation as Prime Minister and Conservative party leader. Labour has won one of the largest Commons majorities in history, securing 412 seats, with a majority of around 170, with a few results still pending. In contrast, the Conservatives have secured only 121 seats, down from 365 five years ago. Senior Tories like Liz Truss, Penny Mordaunt, and Jacob Rees-Mogg are among those who have…