ActionAid Nigeria has described the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) as promoters of bad economy policies on Nigerians, stressing that the two international monetary organisations have been deeply involved in Nigeria’s economy for decades, pushing policies that have done far more harm than good. A statement on Tuesday, 15 October, 2024, signed by the Country Director, ActionAid Nigeria Andrew Mamedu, said the organisation strongly disagrees with the recent statement made by the World Bank Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, Mr. Indermit Gill at the 30th Nigerian Economic Summit (NES30) in Abuja, urging the Nigerian government to sustain…
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The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has condemned the ill-treatment of members of Nigeria’s senior national football team, the Super Eagles, during their recent visit to Libya. In a press release issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio expressed his outrage at the actions of Libyan authorities, characterizing the incident as a “stark reminder of the disregard for human dignity and the lack of respect for international norms.” Akpabio emphasized that such treatment is not only unacceptable but also represents a breach of the principles of fair play and sportsmanship that are fundamental…
Justice Ayokunle Faji of the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, today adjourned hearing in a fresh 10 count charge against four bloggers: PRECIOUS EZE ‘M’ 38, OLAWALE ROTIMI ‘M’ 46, ROWLAND OLONISHUWA ‘M’ 43, and SEUN ODUNLAMI ‘M,’ 37 who were arraigned for the offences of Cyber Stalking against Guaranty Trust Holding Company, its Management and the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN. The order of the presiding Judge was sequel to plea of not guilty by the four defendants to the 10 count charge of conspiracy to commit felony to wit: Cyber Stalking, Conspiracy to defraud and Extortion by threats…
By Rauf Aregbesola I received with shock but submission to the will of Allah the report of the demise of the Asiwaju of Osogboland, Chief Ajadi Abdulfatai Adekilekun Badmus. Chief Badmus was a great indigene of Osogbo who spent his lifetime for the development of the city. He was a household name in Osogbo, famous far and near for his piety, philanthropy, and acts of kindness. He was a devout Muslim who contributed to the advancement of Islam by building mosques and supporting Islamic programmes. A progressive at heart, he was one of the leaders in the state who identified…
Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa has condemned the treatment meted out to the Super Eagles team by Libya authorities ahead of its second leg match slated for Tuesday, 15 October, 2024 in the country. Dahiru-Erewa in a statement signed by the spokesman of NIDCOM, Abdur-Rahman Balogun noted that travelling by road in Libya is most dangerous and totally not advisable because of the current situation in the country. He lamented that the team which left Nigeria on Sunday, 13 October, 2024, to Libya for its return match had their flight diverted to an innocuous airport far…
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has strongly condemned the recent actions of Libyan authorities, who held the Nigerian Super Eagles and their officials hostage at Al Abaq Airport. This incident occurred after the Nigerian aircraft, originally en route to Benghazi, was diverted to another city over a two-hour drive from the intended destination, just an hour before landing. This diversion caused significant distress to the Super Eagles team, officials, and support staff, who were left stranded and subjected to unnecessary delays. The Honourable Minister expressed deep concern over the poor treatment of the team, particularly as…
Super Eagles captain, Williams Troost-Ekong, has said the life of the players are not safe hence they are not going to play the second leg game against the Mediterranean Knights of Libya scheduled for Tuesday, 15 October, 2024, reports thegazellenews.com. It was confirmed on Sunday night, 13 October, 2024, that players and officials of Nigeria’s senior men’s national team were held hostage by Libyan authorities upon their arrival at Al Abaq Airport in Al Abaq. In a video posted by the Eagles media team, the players and officials, along with their luggage, were left stranded at the airport, with the Libyan…
Tragedy struck at approximately 6:00 pm today, Sunday, 13 October, 2024 at Second Rainbow, inward Mile 2 along Oshodi-Apapa Expressway when a fully loaded tanker carrying black oil experienced brake failure, leading to a devastating multi-vehicle collision. The runaway tanker collided with two Volkswagen Commercial buses and a Honda car KTU 223 GH, resulting in the tragic loss of three lives. The victims, all passengers in one of the Volkswagen buses, succumbed to their injuries at the scene. In response to the emergency, officers from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) who swiftly arrived and took control of the…
On October 9, 2024, the United Nations General Assembly elected 18 members to the Human Rights Council for the 2025-2027 term. The members elected to the Council are Benin, Bolivia, Colombia, Cyprus, Czechia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Gambia, Iceland, Kenya, Marshall Islands, Mexico, North Macedonia, Qatar, Republic of Korea, Spain, Switzerland and Thailand. The Council is an intergovernmental body within the UN system consisting of 47 States tasked with promoting and protecting human rights globally. The election, conducted via secret ballot, determined which nations would fill three-year terms beginning on January 1, 2025, replacing members whose terms expire…
The ancient city of Ijebu Ode was practically locked down at the weekend as people from across the globe stormed the city for the installation of Tunde Odulaja as the Lapo-Ekun of Ijebu Ode. Agog with excitement and pageantry, the indigenes, residents and visitors watched with admiration as the highly revered monarch, the Awujale of Ijebu land, Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, CFR, conferred the prestigious title of Lapo Ekun on Odulaja. Admonishing the newly decorated high chief to be a good community leader and show exemplary leadership, the monarch reminded Odulaja of his responsibilities to the town and the…