Author: Akintayo Adams

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticized members of the National Assembly for determining their own salaries and allowances, calling the practice immoral. Obasanjo made these remarks on Friday while hosting some members of the House of Representatives in Abeokuta, Ogun State. He argued that it is the responsibility of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMFAC) to set the compensation for public officeholders, not the officeholders themselves. Obasanjo pointed out that it is unethical for individuals to decide their own pay and allowances, including what he described as “newspaper allowances” and even “pant allowances.” Obasanjo also highlighted that beyond…

Recent reports indicate that the United Kingdom has experienced a significant decrease in visa applications following the introduction of stricter immigration policies in December 2023. These policies were designed to limit international students from bringing dependents unless they were enrolled in postgraduate research courses or government-funded scholarship programs. According to official figures from the Home Office released over the weekend, visa applications dropped from 141,000 to 91,000, marking a more than 30 percent decline after the new rules took effect in January 2024. The government’s effort to curb immigration, which hit a record 1.22 million last year, has had a…

Manchester City clinched a dramatic 7-6 victory over Manchester United in the first-ever Manchester Derby decided by a penalty shootout, securing their seventh Community Shield title. The triumph also marked City’s third Shield win under Pep Guardiola, ending a streak of three consecutive losses in the competition. The match, a rare rematch of the previous season’s FA Cup finalists, saw City dominate early possession with a blend of youth and experience. Oscar Bobb was particularly threatening, narrowly missing the target with a shot over the bar and later setting up James McAtee, whose attempt struck the post. United, however, gained…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticized the character of Nigeria’s leaders, asserting that many of those in public office should be in jail. He made this statement on Friday in Abeokuta, Ogun State, while hosting six members of the House of Representatives, who are co-sponsors of a bill advocating for a single six-year term and rotational presidency between the North and South. During the meeting, which took place at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Obasanjo emphasized the need for both systemic reform and a change in the character of those in government. He remarked, “With all due respect, most of…

Popular Nigerian actress Funke Akindele is set to feature the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service in her upcoming film, honoring a promise she made during a visit to the agency last month. The news was shared by Jubril Gawat, the Senior Special Assistant on New Media to the Lagos State Governor, in a post on X.com on Saturday. During a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service at its Alausa office in July, Akindele expressed her desire to collaborate with the agency and announced plans to incorporate fire prevention themes in her film. This collaboration aims…

On Saturday, Kano observed a national special prayer and Qur’anic recitation session aimed at seeking relief from hardship and hunger in the country. The session was held at various decentralized locations across the state, including notable areas such as Yankaba, Daurawa, Gyadi-Gyadi, Hausawa Sabon Titi, Panshekara, and Tudun Murtala. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Tottenham Hotspur have secured the signing of Dominic Solanke for an initial fee of £55 million, with an additional £10 million in potential add-ons. The 26-year-old striker has signed a contract with Spurs that runs until 2030. Solanke, who has one cap for England, becomes Tottenham’s fourth signing of the summer, following the arrivals of Yang Min-hyuk, Lucas Bergvall, and Archie Gray. Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou has been keen to bolster his attacking options after the departure of England captain Harry Kane to Bayern Munich last summer. Solanke originally joined Bournemouth from Liverpool in 2019 for £19 million. It’s reported…

Tony Elumelu, the 61-year-old founder of Heirs Holdings, recounted how the previous administration under President Muhammadu Buhari allegedly prevented him from acquiring an oilfield. He made this known in an interview with Financial Times. Elumelu revealed that since 2017, Heirs Holdings had been trying to purchase the oilfield, even raising $2.5 billion for a different acquisition. However, he claimed that former President Buhari, along with his late Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, blocked the deal. Elumelu was reportedly told that the Nigerian government could not permit such a strategically important asset to be controlled by a private operator. He found…

Nigerian businessman and Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, has called on the government and security agencies to identify those responsible for stealing the country’s crude oil, particularly using vessels that navigate through Nigeria’s territorial waters. Elumelu emphasized that authorities should have the capacity to track and expose those involved in such large-scale theft. Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, highlighted the severe impact of oil theft on Nigeria’s economy in an interview published by the Financial Times on Friday. Elumelu, who has been vocal about the issue, pointed out that the theft of crude oil contributed to the divestment…

President Bola Tinubu has affirmed that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will persist in its efforts to persuade Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso to rejoin the bloc. These countries severed ties with ECOWAS after facing sanctions due to military coups. Tinubu, who also serves as ECOWAS Chairman, emphasized the importance of enhancing regional security and upholding constitutional governance. Speaking in Abuja during a meeting with ECOWAS defense chiefs, he expressed determination to restore unity within the bloc. Tinubu acknowledged the challenges of his tenure, noting the exit of three member states, but stressed the importance of extending…