Author: Akintayo Adams

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has expressed his disapproval of controlling prices to reduce food costs. Related || I have no regret removing fuel subsidy – Tinúbú Speaking during his first Presidential Media Chat on Monday, Tinubu emphasized that his government would not embark on price control as a means to address the cost-of-living crisis. Tinubu stated, “I don’t believe in price control. What we have to do is to keep supplying the market. Market forces will naturally bring prices down.” He added that his focus is on ensuring the market is well-supplied to meet demand. The President…

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has achieved a remarkable milestone with her latest film, “Everybody Loves Jenifa.” The comedy blockbuster has officially become the highest-grossing Nollywood movie of 2024, raking in an impressive N511 million in just 12 days. In a celebratory post on Instagram, Akindele expressed her gratitude to her fans and supporters, acknowledging their love and support as the driving force behind this success. She also noted that the film was the quickest Nollywood title to hit N500 million and the highest-grossing title of the weekend. “Everybody Loves Jenifa” follows Jenifa as she faces challenges to her popularity, navigates…

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has reiterated his stance on the removal of the fuel subsidy, stating that he has no regrets about the decision. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Tinúbú emphasized that the removal of the subsidy was necessary to address the economic challenges facing Nigeria. Tinúbú explained that the subsidy had become an unsustainable burden on the nation’s finances, consuming a significant portion of the budget that could be better spent on critical infrastructure and social services. He noted that the funds previously allocated to the subsidy would now be redirected towards improving public infrastructure, education,…

A devastating fire outbreak occurred on Monday at a BOVAS petrol station located at Olukunle, Olodo in Ìbàdàn, Oyo State, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos. The fire caused significant damage to the station and nearby properties. As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the fire has not been ascertained. Eyewitnesses reported that the fire started in the early hours of the morning and quickly spread, engulfing the entire station. Firefighters from the Oyo State Fire Service were quickly mobilized to the scene and worked tirelessly to contain the blaze. Despite their efforts, the fire…

A severe gridlock has crippled traffic flow along major expressways in Niger and Kaduna States, leaving thousands of motorists and passengers stranded on the highways. The traffic congestion, which has persisted for four days, has affected the Minna-Suleja, Maje-Jere, and Abuja-Kaduna expressways. Eyewitnesses report that a massive buildup of trailer trucks has caused the gridlock, stretching from Maje in Suleja to Izom in Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State. Although four trailers were involved in accidents, they did not completely block the road, but the sheer volume of traffic hindered the free flow of vehicles. The gridlock has also…

The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the opening of applications for the 2025/2026 Federal Government Scholarship under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA). This scholarship aims to support Nigerian students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies abroad. Eligibility Criteria: Bilateral Education Agreement Field of Study Application Process: Important Deadlines: Additional Requirements for Selected Candidates: Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) in the Federal Capital Territory has issued an ultimatum to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, demanding that their outstanding issues be resolved within 14 days or they will embark on what they describe as the “deadliest shutdown” of hospitals in the capital. Dr. George Ebong, the President of ARD, made the announcement during a press conference at Wuse District Hospital in Abuja. While he commended the minister for his infrastructural projects in Abuja, he emphasized the urgent need to address the well-being of doctors who are facing economic hardship. Dr. Ebong stated, “First we have…

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has reportedly been dumped by his girlfriend, Grace Jackson. The couple had been dating for a few months, but Jackson, a popular actress and Love Island star, decided to end the relationship. According to sources, Jackson felt that Rashford wasn’t serious about her and has since unfollowed him on Instagram. Jackson is preparing to return to Love Island, and she reportedly described the breakup as “his loss.” Rashford, who has been dealing with an uncertain future at Manchester United, now faces additional personal challenges. The forward admitted he was open to new challenges but reiterated…

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that star winger Bukayo Saka will be out for “many weeks” due to a hamstring injury sustained during Arsenal’s 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday. Saka was taken off in the 23rd minute and was seen leaving the stadium on crutches. Arteta expressed his concern, saying, “It’s not looking good. He’s going to be out for many weeks. It’s a huge blow, but it’s going to be a big exercise for us to overcome another challenge.” When asked about how he plans to cope with Saka’s absence, Arteta mentioned, “I’m putting some ideas…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced the dates for the Batch C Stream II Orientation Course for 2025. The orientation course is scheduled to begin on January 22, 2025, and will run until February 11, 2025. Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) are advised to prepare their necessary documents and ensure they meet all the requirements before heading to the orientation camps. Registration for the orientation course will commence on January 18, 2025, and the deadline for submission of applications is January 24, 2025. PCMs are also encouraged to avoid traveling at night and to break their journey if it…