Year: 2024

Do You Know Who I Am? The Honorebu Who Slapped The Law, By Niyi Osundare

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The Honorebu’s first question   Was preceded with a very Honorebu slap   So loud his neighbours thought   It was a thunderclap     “Who are you, wretched driver;   What madness drove you   To disturb my Honorebu leisure   In the middle of an empty day?   In my Honorably acquired mansion   Where, between booze and boast,   I churn out the bills which beget those laws   That have turned Nigeria into a Paradise”   The second slap came with an imperial swagger:   “How…

Yes, Country’s Destiny Defends On How It Treats Its Children! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all creation. May Allah extol the mention of the Prophet in the highest company of Angels and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, his family, his Companions and all those who follow him exactly till the Day of Judgement.   Respected brothers and sisters! Having children is one of the greatest blessings you can have. But it can also be a big challenge for you. One is tested in both good and bad. Neglecting the rights of a…

FG releases withheld salaries of varsity workers

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The Federal Government has released funds to settle outstanding salaries owed to members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Federal Universities and pay benefits to retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme.Oil and gas internship   Bawa Mokwa, Director, Press and Public Relations, the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation confirmed in a statement on Saturday.   According to him, payments to NASU members have commenced, with many already confirming receipt.   The statement read, “The Federal Government has released funds for payment of withheld salary…

Owa Obokun: Heritage, reality, aspiration (1) By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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The illustrious 42-year reign of Oba (Dr.) Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, the 40th Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, has come to a close. As we bid farewell to this venerable monarch, may his soul rest in peace, freed from worldly burdens! May God comfort the people of Ijesaland and grant them solace during this difficult time! Oba Aromolaran was installed on Saturday, February 20, 1982. His remarkable journey came to a close on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Evidently, his illustrious reign beckons us to contemplate the transience of human existence and the…

NiDCOM hails Interior Ministry on new Passport Application Innovations

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has commended the Minister of Interior, Hon Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo and his team, for the recent innovations in passport application and collection processes, which aim to improve efficiency for Nigerians abroad. Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, praised the Ministry’s efforts, stated that Nigerians in the Diaspora are excited about the changes taking place. “Nigerians abroad have long anticipated improvements in accessing passport services” She stated that this revolution in the application and collection process is a much-needed change that will ease the burden on…

Insurance Industry critical to nation’s economic growth, says Akpabio’s aide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President on Stakeholders’ Engagement and Mobilization, Hon. Femi Odere, has said that the Nigerian insurance industry is still a gold mine that’s yet to be fully tapped to realize the country’s full economic potential.   Odere made this remark at the 2024 Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) Closing Dinner and Awards at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja on Tuesday.   In his Goodwill Message to the gathering of captains of the industry on behalf of the Senate President His…

COMMENTARY ON INTERNATIONAL DAY TO END IMPUNITY FOR CRIMES AGAINST JOURNALISTS, 2024 Theme: Safety of Journalists in Crises and Emergencies By Gbemiga Bamidele

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The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (IDEI) is a UN recognized international day observed annually on November 2. The day draws attention to the level impunity for crimes against journalists which remains extremely high globally. The 2024 edition of the event marks the 10th anniversary of the first IDEI held in 2014 after the landmark establishment of the day by the UN General Assembly in resolution 68/163. The 2024 edition of the day also commemorates the 20th anniversary of the mandate of the Special Rapporteur on…

Friday Sermon: Fear Allah, Voting Is An Amanah (Trust)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy   All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all the worlds. May His blessings and benedictions be upon the Messenger, his household and companions.   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that the elections are a legitimate means of selecting leaders and representatives of the nation, to oversee the government, and enact laws to serve the citizens and advance their interests. In this way, elections embody one of the mechanisms of the principle of consultation (Shurah) established by…

NEC asks Tinubu to withdraw tax reform bills

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The National Economic Council (NEC), has urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately withdraw the Tax Reforms Bill from the National Assembly to create room for further consultations and consensus building.   Oyo State Governor ,Seyi Makinde announced this while briefing State House correspondents at the end of the 144th NEC meeting headed by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, in Abuja.   The recommendation was coming following the controversies that trailed the bills.   Makinde explained that the council members agreed that it was important to allow for consensus building and understanding of…

Veteran actor, Charles Olumo Agbako dies at 101

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    Veteran actor, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, popularly known as Charles Olumo and Agbako, is dead.   This was made known in a statement by the president of Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) , Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin on Instagram on Thursday.   He wrote, “#tampanglobal announces the passing of Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, fondly known as AGBAKO. Details of the burial arrangements will be shared at a later time. Good night father, 25/02/1923 to 31/10/2024.”   Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, also confirmed…