Author: Akintayo Adams

A Shoprite Mall located in the Wuse area of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja has announced its decision to close operations beginning from June 30, 2024. The circular issued by the Chief Executive Officer, Dr Folakemi Fadahunsi, revealed the decision was made after a thorough evaluation of the “store’s financial situation and the business climate”, birthed by the current economic situation of the country. The circular reads in part, “We regret to inform you that as of June 30, 2024, Retail Supermarkets Nigeria Limited will be closing its Wuse Store located in Novare Wuse Central Mall, Abuja. “This decision…

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun – CON has emerged as the chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum. Former Governor of the Apex Bank and Governor of Anambra State Chukwuma Soludo will serve as his deputy. This was announced by Babajide Sanwoolu, the Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum and the Governor of Lagos State, after their gathering at the Presidential Lodge in Abeokuta, Ogun State’s capital, on Monday. In his acceptance speech following the meeting, which lasted over five hours, Governor Abiodun promised not to betray the trust placed in him and his deputy by their fellow governors. The Ogun…

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has berated political actors in the country over the unauthorized use of her name and image. In a statement posted on her official X handle, Okonjo-Iweala clarified, “It appears that there are people in Nigeria trying to use my name and image on social media to fight battles on different sides of the political divide, putting words in my mouth that I never said.” “Therefore, I want to alert everyone that the message below is FAKE. This is a stern warning to all those trying to misuse my name for their…

Four suspects in connection with the death of the national chairman, Retired Members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, Brig. Gen. Harold Udokwere have been arrested by the Operatives of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF). The gang stormed and killed Udokwere in his house in the Kubusa area of the Federal Capital Territory on Saturday. More to come as story unfolds…

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has told the Sokoto State Government that His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan must be guarded jealously. The nation’s number two citizen said this at the ongoing North West Peace & Security Summit. The event is ongoing in Katsina State. “Our father who is a permanent picture in all developmental issues in this country, His Eminence the Sultan of Sokoto. I want to use him as my point of reference to recognise and appreciate all our royal fathers present here.” “And to the Deputy Governor of Sokoto, I have a simple message for you.…

The Southern Governors’ Forum meeting is currently holding in Ogun State. The governors are meeting at the presidential Lodge, Ibara housing, Abeokuta, the state capital. Ten Governors have reportedly arrived at the venue. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos who doubles as the Chairman of South West Governors’ Forum, Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Biodun Oyebanji (Ekiti), Alex Otti (Abia), Godwin Obaseki (Edo), Ademola Adeleke (Osun) and Bassey Otu (Cross River) are all in attendance. Deputy Governors, Chinyere Ekomaru (Imo), Monday Onyeme (Delta) and Olayide Adelami (Ondo) are also on ground to represent their Principals. Governors from all the 17 Southern States are…

The Ogun State Government, through the state Commissioner for Health, Tomi Coker on Monday, disclosed that the state has recorded 25 suspected cholera cases in seven local government areas She said nine cases had been confirmed while one death was recorded during a press conference held at the Olusegun Osoba Press Centre, Governor’s office, Abeokuta. The affected LGs are Ado Odo/Ota; Remo North; Odeda; Sagamu; Ijebu North; Ewekoro and Obafemi Owode. “As of today 24th, June 2024, the Ogun state has recorded 25 suspected cases of Cholera in 7 LGAs namely, Adoodo/Ota, Remo North, Odeda, Sagamu, Ijebu North, Ewekoro, and…

One person lost their life and many were hurt in a crowd rush at President Paul Kagame’s election rally, reported Rwanda’s national TV station. “One person died and 37 others were injured in a stampede that occurred during the RPF-Inkotanyi campaigns in Rubavu on Sunday,” the state-run Rwanda Broadcasting Agency reported, using the official name for Kagame’s party. “The Ministry of Local Government asked those participating in the campaign to follow the instructions and regulations aimed at ensuring safety and security,” the broadcaster added. This is ahead of a vote widely expected to extend the incumbent’s 24-year rule. Kagame has…

UK Princess Royal, Anne has landed in hospital after suffering minor injuries to her head and a concussion after it is believed she was kicked by a horse on her Gatcombe Park estate. The Princess Royal, an Olympic-medal-winning horsewoman, was walking on her Gloucestershire estate Sunday evening when the incident occurred. Emergency services attended and, after receiving medical care on site, she was transferred to Southmead Hospital in Bristol for tests, treatment, and observation. Buckingham Palace said in a statement: “The Princess Royal has sustained minor injuries and concussion following an incident on the Gatcombe Park estate yesterday evening. “Her…

Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development says the exportation of gold sourced in Nigeria is capable of boosting Nigeria’s foreign reserve. He revealed that more than 70kg of gold sourced in Nigeria have been refined for exports, while over $5 million has been added to the nations foreign assets reserve from the sales of the mineral. He disclosed this while presenting gold bars to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the weekend, according to a statement by Segun Tomori, the minister’s special assistant on media. Presenting the latest gold bar, sourced from artisanal and small gold miners and refined by…