Author: Akintayo Adams

The Bassirou Diomaye Faye-led Government of Senegal has unveiled measures to reduce the price of rice, oil, bread, and other basic items. This is part of its efforts to address cost-of-living concerns amid high unemployment and inflation. It is also a fulfilment of Faye’s promise during the campaign to address high living costs in the West African nation that heavily relies on imports. The government announced in a press conference that the price of a kilogram (2.2 pounds) of the most popular type of rice will drop by 40 CFA ($0.065, 0.061 euros), and a baguette will be 15 CFA…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Ayodeji Gbeleyi as the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE). This is coming after the dismissal of Mr. Mamman Ahmadu, who was ordered by Tinubu to resign from office as the Director-General. Gbeleyi’s appointment was announced in a statement by Presidential spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, on Saturday. The statement described Gbeleyi as a renowned financial expert and award-winning chartered accountant. He is said to have over 30 years of post-qualification experience in diverse sectors, including manufacturing, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), investment & commercial banking, project finance, telecommunications, infrastructure, and public administration.…

Legendary actor Alhaji Kareem Adépọ̀jù (Bàbá Wándé) and esteemed producer/cinematographer Mr. Túndé Kèlání have put their nearly two decades of estrangement to bed. This is sequel to the intercession of the Àrólé Odùduwà, Ọọ̀ni of Ifẹ̀, Ọọ̀ni Adéyẹyè Ẹnitàn Ògúnwùsì, CFR, Ọ̀jájá II. The reconciliation reportedly took place on Thursday at Mr. Tunde Kelani’s residence in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The Highly Revered Monarch, represented by a delegation, conveyed a heartfelt message through his Private Secretary, Yusuf Adewale Adetoyese. The Ọọ̀ni praised both actors and acknowledged their significant contributions to Yoruba culture through their creative endeavors. “In my interaction with stakeholders…

Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated Muslim faithfuls in the state on the occasion of this year’s Eid-El-Kabir. He urged them to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice that defines the festive period. This was disclosed in a statement shared on the State Government’s X handle and signed by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor. The Governor urged Muslim faithfuls to use the occasion to renew bonds and build a safe and healthy society. “I congratulate every Muslim on this significant Islamic festival and ask that we rededicate ourselves to upholding the essence of…

Former Governor of Anambra State and Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 Presidential Election, Peter Gregory Obi has urged Muslims in Nigeria to use the season to be closer to their creator and one another. He made this known in his Goodwill message to Muslims on the occasion of this year’s Eid-El-Kabir. The message, shared on his X handle further called on Nigerians to support one another and be a source of hope and comfort. “My dear Muslim brothers and sisters,” it read. “As we gather to celebrate Eid-al-Adha, the feast of sacrifice, I want to extend…

Officers of the German Police have shot a man with a pick axe and an incendiary device near a Euro 2024 fan park in Hamburg. In a statement on social media, police said: “At St Pauli there is currently a major police operation. “According to initial findings, a person threatened police officers with a pickaxe and an incendiary device. The police then used their firearms. “The attacker was injured and is currently receiving medical treatment.” The incident reportedly took place on the Reeperbahn, a popular entertainment district in Hamburg’s city centre that has been playing host to football fans who are in…

Armed Gunmen, on Sallah Day, invaded a village in Gwadabawa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Six people were reportedly killed and many abducted. The gunmen were said to have stormed Tudun Doki village at about 1:30 am on Sallah day. The Public Relations Officer of the Police Command in Sokoto, Ahmed Rufa’i, confirmed the attack, according to a Channels Television report. Six bodies have been recovered so far, but the police couldn’t give a definite number of abducted persons. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Super Eagles and Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, has donated ₦15 million to the Attom Foundation. This is to aid the Attom Foundation’s aim of raising funds and awareness to help at least 10,000 Nigerians, particularly the elderly, address vision problems caused by refractive errors, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma. He made the donation at a dinner last night. The dinner is sequel to a charity match played earlier in the day. Meanwhile, Osimhen was in the news over his response to former Super Eagles Coach Finidi George who was credited with comments doubting Osimhen’s commitment towards the national team. Get…

Bauchi, Kogi, and Oyo have emerged as Nigeria’s three most expensive states on a year-on-year basis. The States recorded the highest All-Items Inflation in May 2024. This was contained in the National Bureau of Statistics’s (NBS) latest May Consumer Price Index and Inflation report released on Saturday. However, Kano, Gombe, and Bauchi are the most expensive states in Nigeria on a mlMonth-on-Month basis. In May 2024, the All-Items inflation rate on a Year-on-Year basis was highest in Bauchi 42.30 percent, Kogi (39.38 percent Oyo (37.73 percent), according to the report. Meanwhile, Borno (25.97 percent), Benue (27.74 percent) and Delta (28.67…

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday, joined Muslim faithful to observe Eid Kabir prayers. It was held at the Dodan Barracks in Ikoyi, Lagos. The Eid-el-Kabir festival is celebrated by Muslims worldwide on the 10th day of the Hijri month of Dhual-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar. Asíwájú arrived at the Eid praying ground at 8:55 am on Sunday, alongside some top Government Functionaries which includes Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu; Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat; former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola; businessman Aliko Dangote, Senator Gbenga Ashafa, and other dignitaries. The…