Author: Akintayo Adams

The Federal Government has announced the completion of the distribution of 20 trucks of rice to each of the 36 state governments and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to support the most vulnerable individuals as part of efforts to mitigate hunger. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, revealed this on Monday after the weekly Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu. The Minister stated that the FEC had deliberated extensively on the food crisis affecting the country and had directed that each state receive 20 trucks of rice for distribution to help alleviate hunger among…

The Minister of State for Agriculture, Aliyu Abdullahi, has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government is actively working to address the high cost of food prices in the country. He made this statement on Monday during an interview on Channels Television’s programme, Sunrise Daily. Abdullahi admitted that there is food insecurity in the country but assured Nigerians that the government is addressing the situation. “You will see a lot of programmes trying to dampen [reduce prices] the situation. “Agriculture has a time frame. Now, a lot of production is ongoing. We are in the rainy season and if you look…

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced that Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reached an agreement regarding the visa ban issue. Addressing State House reporters at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the Minister stated, “You are aware that Nigeria has been in discussions with the United Arab Emirates concerning visas for Nigerian passport holders traveling to the UAE.” “Today, an agreement has been reached on that, and effective from today 15th July, Nigerian passport holders are able to obtain visas to go to the United Arab Emirates. “Details…

Human remains have been found in the search for Jay Slater, local media in Tenerife has reported, nearly a month after the British 19-year-old went missing. Spanish Authorities said “the evidence strongly suggests” the remains belong to the Lancashire native. However, DNA tests will be carried out to establish the person’s identity, along with an autopsy to uncover the cause of their death. The 19-year-old apprentice bricklayer from Lancashire had attended the NRG music festival on 16 June before heading to an AirBnB in the village of Masca with two men. He left the next morning and seemed to embark…

President Bola Tinubu has relieved Olufemi Adekanmbi of his role as Project Coordinator of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) just 48 hours after appointing him. In a statement issued on Monday, presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale announced that President Tinubu has reinstated Professor Nenibarini Zabbey as the HYPREP Project Coordinator. Ngelale in the statement said the decision followed a performance review with President Tinubu concluding that Professor Zabbey is well-suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the role according to the project’s regulatory guidelines. The reinstatement takes effect immediately. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Popular Onitsha-based pastor, Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, also known as Odumeje, claimed that the refusal of Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Group to seek his prophetic help led to a fire outbreak at his refinery. After the occurrence, a clip showing Odumeje prophesying that there would be a fire outbreak at the Dangote refinery resurfaced on the internet. He further urged the Nigerian billionaire businessman to come to his church. However, reacting to the old video of his prophecy, Odumeje during a recent service attributed the fire outbreak to Dangote’s failure to heed his warning. He noted that if Dangote had come,…

Satguru Maharaj Ji, founder of the One Love Family, has urged Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State to swiftly dethrone Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, the Oluwo of Iwo, citing numerous reported infractions. In a statement released to journalists on Sunday, Maharaj Ji accused the monarch of unethical conduct unbecoming of a Yoruba traditional ruler. He alleged that Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi has misused his authority to misrepresent the interests of Iwo land. “The Oluwo of Iwo land, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi has been conducting himself in manners which are antithetical to that of a monarch in any clime and very unbecoming of a…

Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer, Seun Kuti, has revealed that his wife’s allowance is the most challenging thing in their marriage. The Anikulapo-Kuti dynasty descendant made this known during their interview on Pulse Fun Facts, where couples asked questions from each other regarding their union. Seun’s wife, Yetunde Kuti, asked, “What is most challenging thing you have endured in our relationship?” In response, the singer explained that his wife’s monthly allowance is very high, stressing how hard it is to put the funds together. “My wife’s allowance is very high. Seven figures monthly. That’s challenging because I have to work so hard…

President William Samoei Arap Ruto has accused the Ford Foundation, an American private foundation, of sponsoring violence during the anti-government protests. Ruto, who was in Nakuru on Monday claimed that the Foundation hired goons to cause mayhem during the protests which led to the destruction of property and looting of businesses. “Nataka niulize watu wa Ford Foundation watuambie hio pesa wanatoa, wanatoa ifanye fujo ndio wapate faida gani?” he said in Swahili. When translated, it means “I want to ask the people of the Ford Foundation to tell us the money they are giving, they are giving it to make…

The Federal Government has launched the Presidential Food Systems Coordination Unit (PFSCU) to address the current challenges in the country. During the inauguration at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized that this initiative is part of the government’s ongoing strategy to combat hunger and food insecurity. The presidency has also involved states, development partners, and other key stakeholders in collaborative efforts to mitigate the impact of high commodity prices and ensure food stability. Speaking to an audience including governors, cabinet ministers, and representatives of development partners, Shettima underscored the severity of the food security crisis, urging…