Author: Akintayo Adams

The Ademola Adeleke-led administration has announced free train ride for its citizens for the duration of the Eid-ul Adha celebrations. In a post on its official X handle, the Government made it known that it is exclusive to citizens coming from neigboring Western states of Oyo, Ogun and Lagos. ‘Osun State Government presents “Imole Free Train Service” to the people of Osun state from Lagos, Ogun and Oyo states in commemoration of year 2024 Eid-El-Kabir celebrations,’ the post read. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

The tripartite committee on the new national minimum wage has kicked off its meeting. It is currently holding behind closed doors at the Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja. It is the fifth meeting since the Organised Labour suspended its nationwide strike. Director General of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF); the Minister of Labour and Employment (State) Nkiruka Onyejeocha, the Governor of Imo State Hope Uzodimma; a representative of the Salaries, Income and Wages Commission; the Minister of Finance Wale Edun as well as the Minister of Budget and National Planning Atiku Bagudu are all in attendance. Hope Uzodinma, Governor of…

The autopsy conducted on the body of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, has revealed the likely cause of his death. The result of the autopsy conducted at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) said there is a possibility of drug reactions in view of any significant post-mortem and toxicology findings. It further revealed samples of the gastric content, blood, bone marrow, liver, kidney, and lung of Mohbad were retrieved for a toxicology test. The report reads: “Anti-histamines are medicines used to treat symptoms of allergies. They are also used to treat a variety of other conditions such…

Princess Antonia, the mother of Ajayi Crowther student who was allegedly beaten to death by his colleagues is reportedly hospitalized in a coma. This was made known on X, formerly Twitter by an activist from Itsekiri in the Warri Kingdom, Delta State identified as ‘Lord Of Warri’. “Princess Antonia Emiko, mother of the late Prince Alex Timileyin, is in urgent need of your prayers. She lies hospitalized in a coma, overcome with unbearable pain and sorrow,” he wrote. “The bond between a mother and her child is unbreakable, and her only son’s tragic loss has left her shattered. “I also…

Nigerian Superstar D’banj has appreciated his colleague in the industry, Olamide, for his magnanimity. The legendary performer revealed via a post on his X handle that his latest song, ‘Koko’ was gifted to him by Olamide. D’banj wrote: “What does the Koko mean to you Since’04 and right now in 2024?“‘Koko’ from my upcoming album out now! “Big shoutout to my brother @Olamide Baddo LEE for blessing me with this jam and to the amazing producer @eskeezondbeat.” The song is the second lead single from his forthcoming album to celebrate his 20 years on stage. Get instant and latest news…

Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has bemoaned the rate at which Americans walk around with guns. Portable, who is currently in the United States, made the revelation in a viral video shared on his Instagram handle. He said, “People are using guns like phones here in America. It’s risky to argue with people out here. But don’t worry, my fans, I am safe.” Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Tanko Yunusa, chief spokesman of the Obi-Datti campaign organisation says Obidient Movement is bigger than the Labour Party. Recall, Labour Party fielded Peter Gregory Obi as its Presidential Candidate in the 2023 elections. Yunusa made the assertion on Friday’s edition of Channels Television’s The Morning Brief. “It’s bigger than the Labour Party. It is so because it is a move of its own that has a life of its own. What they are interested in is good governance,” Tanko said. “Even if the Labour Party is doing something that is wrong, they are able to challenge it. Let me go further. Even…

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has purchased all match tickets for Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa. He also directed onward distribution to fans. This was made known by Monday Uko, the state’s commissioner for Youth Development and Sports in a statement on Thursday. “Governor Umo Eno, a frontline supporter of the Super Eagles, therefore urges the people to come out in vast numbers to cheer the Super Eagles to victory, while also appealing for orderly conduct and a showcase of the renowned hospitality of Akwa Ibom people to our visitors,” the commissioner said. “The Governor…

Chelsea have signed Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer. The 26-year-old defender will be joining the Blues on a four-year deal when his contract expires at the end of the month. “Chelsea is a huge club and this is a full-circle moment for me. I was born three miles away from Stamford Bridge and made my professional debut there,” Adarabioyo said. “I’m very excited and looking forward to helping push the club in the direction we want to go.” Chelsea’s Co-sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart said: ‘We are delighted to bring Tosin to Chelsea. Throughout his…

Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has bemoaned the unrealistic wage increase demands being made by organized labour. Akume said this in Abuja on Thursday during a meeting with the National Executive Council (NEC) of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) According to him, paying a minimum wage of ₦100,000 to his drivers will be a herculean responsibility. “I can’t afford to pay my driver one hundred thousand because they are four,” Akume said. He decried the demands made by the organised labour, adding, “Where do we get that money from?” News VEO reported that the Minister…