Humanitarian Minister, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda is the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) reports thegazellenews.com. He was elected unanimously by the National Executive Committee of the party during its meeting on Thursday, 24 July, 2025. Yilwatda replaced Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, who resigned for crucial private matters. Profile of Yilwatda: Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda is a distinguished academic, a visionary leader, and a passionate advocate for humanitarian and poverty reduction initiatives. Born on August 8, 1968, in Dungung, Kanke Local Government Area, he hails from a lineage of service, being the son of the Late Rev. Toma…
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French media conglomerate, Canal+ has officially acquired full ownership of MultiChoice Group, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, in a landmark $3 billion (approx. 55 billion rand) deal. The acquisition, which gives Canal+ the remaining 55% stake it did not previously own, was approved by South Africa’s Competition Tribunal on Wednesday, July 23. The approval comes after months of intense negotiations and regulatory reviews, and paves the way for the deal to be finalized by October 8, 2025. While the Tribunal gave the green light, it imposed several public interest conditions to protect local content and maintain South Africa’s…
Nigeria is set to make history as it launches a bid to host the prestigious Formula 1 Grand Prix in its capital city, Abuja. Led by the National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, this ambitious initiative seeks to put Nigeria on the global motorsport map.The NSC has partnered with Opus Racing Promotions, supported by Government Relations experts – BL Practice Hub, to drive this groundbreaking bid. This strategic move underscores Nigeria’sgrowing global aspirations and its commitment to showcasing its capabilities to the world. In April 2025, NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko formally welcomed representatives of Opus Racing to Nigeria…
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Ejigbo Station, has successfully rescued a man trapped in a deep well in Ikirun, reports thegazellenews.com. The Fire Service officers received a distress call over the weekend reporting an individual trapped inside a well. The rescue team swiftly mobilized and arrived at the scene at House 12, Aiyeola Street, off Governor Road, Molad Bus Stop, Ikotun, within the Ikotun-Igando LCDA, Lagos. Upon arrival, it was discovered that a male adult, approximately 56 years old, was trapped while working inside a well estimated to be 80 feet deep. The incident occurred at the rear…
Nigerian businessman Adedeji Adeleke, founder of Pacific Holdings and father of music star Davido, has confirmed that construction of his $2 billion gas-fire power plant in Ondo State is complete. The 1,250mw plant is one of the largest in Nigeria and could power over 2,000 jobs, but it’s still waiting to be linked to the national gas grid before it can start operations. Adeleke, who has built a quiet business empire over four decades, warned that political instability and infrastructure delays remain key barriers for investors in Nigeria. With this new facility, Pacific Energy is on the brink of becoming…
The Honorable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has appointed Dr. Adetola Ariyike Salau as the Special Adviser on STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medical Science) and Corporate Sector Engagement to the Federal Ministry of Education. Dr. Salau’s appointment, officially conveyed in a letter dated July 3, 2025, marks a decisive step by the Ministry to strengthen its efforts in transforming the country’s education sector through innovation, strategic partnerships, and workforce development. The appointment letter lauded Dr. Salau’s “outstanding expertise, unwavering dedication, and exemplary service in advancing STEMM education and fostering innovation.” As Special Adviser, Dr. Salau will be…
50 Golden Cheers, Your Excellency. Congratulations, Your Excellency on your 50th Birthday Anniversary.As you celebrate this day, I rejoice with you, your husband, children, grandchildren, family, friends and loved ones. Your life has been one of service, dedication and commitment to the wellbeing of your family and upliftment of not only your beloved State, Borno State, but Nigeria as a whole. Working with you has not only been pleasurable but complementary.I say thank you for being a worthy partner. I pray you celebrate many more years in divine health, peace, joy and happiness.Happy 50th Birthday Nana. Her ExcellencySenator Oluremi Tinubu,…
Muhammed Babangida has officially accepted his appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), expressing deep gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the trust reposed in him. In a press statement released Monday, 21 July, 2025, Babangida dismissed as false and malicious the reports circulating online suggesting he had rejected the appointment. He described such claims as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and tarnish the image of the Tinubu administration. “We wish to clarify that Muhammed gratefully accepts the appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture, as announced by the federal government, and extends his…
Former Lagos State Governor and ex-Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Resolve to Save Lives Nigeria (RTSL Nigeria), an international public health organization. The appointment was announced on Friday, 18 July, 2025, by RTSL Nigeria, a health-focused body working to prevent cardiovascular diseases and epidemics.
Nigeria’s former Aviation Minister and prominent political figure, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has taken a third wife. The ceremony, held recently marked the traditional marriage between FFK and a stunningly beautiful lady called Adaugo who he has dated for over two years. Adaugo, who is 29 years old, hails from Abia state and runs a thriving interior design business. She is a devout Pentecostal Christian, a graduate of one of the top private universities in the country and is described by those who know her as a kind, gentle and highly respectful soul that prefers to keeps a low profile and…