Author: Akintayo Adams

Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has formally requested the resignation of the party’s National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, within seven days. Zazzaga, who also serves as Chairman of the North-Central APC Forum and was a member of the Stakeholder Relations for the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council, shared this demand during a press briefing in Jos, Plateau State, on Tuesday. He explained that Ganduje’s position violates the APC’s constitution and zoning arrangement, which designated the national chairmanship to the North-Central region, specifically Nasarawa State, during the party’s National Convention in March 2022. Zazzaga emphasized that Ganduje,…

Nigeria’s oil company, Oando Plc, owned by Wale Tinubu, the nephew of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has been shortlisted by the Trinidadian government as one of three final bidders for the takeover of the state-owned refinery, Petrotrin. Trinidad and Tobago’s Finance Minister, Colm Imbert, made the announcement during a recent national budget presentation. Among the 10 initial proposals, three companies were shortlisted: CRO Consortium (a group of three Trinidadian companies), INCA Energy (an American firm), and Nigeria’s Oando Plc. The bidding process, which began in February 2024, involved the services of US-based Scotia Capital to manage the procurement by inviting…

Petroleum marketers have scheduled a meeting with the Department of State Services (DSS) on Wednesday, 9 October 2024, to discuss the price and availability of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol. The President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) confirmed this in an interview with DAILY POST on Monday. While he did not provide specific details, he noted that the meeting would focus on petrol pump prices and its availability to oil marketers. He said, “The meeting with DSS is primarily about the petrol pump price and its availability to IPMAN members. More information will…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has clarified that the recent increase in corps members’ allowances has not yet been implemented due to a lack of funds. News VEO reports that the Federal Government had approved a hike in corps members’ monthly allowance from ₦33,000 to ₦77,000, effective from July 2024. The announcement was confirmed in a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission, dated September 25, 2024, and signed by its Chairman, Mr. Ekpo Nta. Despite this official communication, corps members did not receive the new allowance in September, sparking outcry and claims that the announcement was…

The Apapa Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) announced a record revenue collection of ₦1.6 trillion by the end of the third quarter of 2024, surpassing the ₦1.172 trillion collected for the entire year of 2023. This was disclosed in a statement on Monday by the Command’s spokesperson, Usman Abubakar. Command Comptroller Babatunde Olomu, in his breakdown of the revenue, revealed that ₦201.8 billion was collected in July, with ₦193.9 billion in September 2024. He expressed optimism that the Command would surpass its third-quarter performance in the final quarter of the year, crediting compliant stakeholders for their cooperation.…

Ibrahim Gusau, President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has expressed confidence that the Super Eagles will qualify for both the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles are currently on track to secure a spot in the 2025 AFCON, hosted by Morocco, having begun their qualifying campaign with a win and a draw against Benin Republic and Rwanda. They currently lead Group D with four points from two matches. However, the road to the 2026 World Cup presents a tougher challenge for the team, as they sit second from the bottom…

Ololade Ayelabola, a student at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest distance walked by a model. She completed a remarkable 130.62 km catwalk, beginning her attempt on October 1 at UNILAG’s indoor sports center. Initially aiming for 120 km, Ayelabola exceeded this by walking an additional 10 km, totaling 2,058 laps around the sports center. In an Instagram post, she expressed her motivation, stating, “I’m not walking for myself alone. I am walking for many models who have been limited by stereotypes and standards set by rigid systems. I am also…

Nigerian rapper Remilekun Abdulkhalid Safaru, popularly known as Reminisce, has likened fame to a potent drug, highlighting its intoxicating nature. Speaking in a recent interview with Naija FM in Lagos, the ‘Alaga Ibile’ hitmaker explained, “Fame is a hard drug. It’s very intoxicating.” When asked how he navigates the challenges of fame, Reminisce shared that he operates with the mindset that “nobody is my friend.” He emphasized that he views people more as colleagues than companions, which helps him manage his expectations. “I see them as colleagues, not friends, so I don’t expect much from them,” he said. Get instant…

Alejandro Arcos, the newly elected mayor of Chilpancingo, was tragically found murdered just six days after assuming office, in a case highlighting the violence gripping the region, largely attributed to drug cartel activity. His body was discovered shortly after the assassination of Francisco Tapia, the new administration’s secretary, marking the second killing of a city official in less than a week. Guerrero’s governor, Evelyn Salgado, expressed outrage over the loss, emphasizing that the city now mourns two leaders lost to violence. Though authorities have not identified any suspects or motives, the state of Guerrero is notorious for cartel conflicts, particularly…

The Grosvenor Sport SuperComputer has forecasted Arsenal to claim the Premier League title, with Manchester United expected to finish as low as ninth, marking their worst finish in the club’s history. Currently, Erik ten Hag’s side sits 14th in the table, with just eight points from seven matches ahead of the October international break. This projected ninth-place finish would be their most disappointing in Premier League history. The SuperComputer further predicts Arsenal topping the table with 94 points. Pep Guardiola’s side is expected to finish second, just one point behind. Liverpool and Chelsea are projected to secure third and fourth…