Day: July 28, 2025

CGC Bashir Adeniyi mourns Leon Usigbe, hails him as pillar of ethical journalism

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Presidential Villa in Abuja was filled with solemn reflection on Monday as the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, paid a heartfelt visit to the State House Press Gallery to honour the late Dr. Leon Usigbe, Abuja Bureau Chief of the Nigerian Tribune.   Signing the condolence register opened by the State House Press Corps, CGC Adeniyi described the veteran journalist as “a seasoned professional who carried out his duties with rare depth, integrity, and commitment to the ideals of journalism.”   Clearly moved by…

Former NPC DG, Dr Kashim Akor empowers 100 Ankpa indigenes with Vocational skills, N100,000 each as Business Starter Pack

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By Our Reporter     In a strategic move to reduce youth unemployment and promote self-reliance, the former Director-General of the National Productivity Centre (NPC), Dr. Kashim Akor, has facilitated the training of 100 indigenes of Ankpa Local Government Area in vocational and small-scale enterprise development. The empowerment programme, which held between Wednesday and Friday, was organized by the Federal Cooperative College, Orji River, Anambra State, as part of a broader initiative targeting beneficiaries across the six states of the North-Central geopolitical zone Kogi, Niger, Benue, Kwara, Nasarawa, and the…

WAFCON; Shehu Dikko’s Giant Strides at NSC, By ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

For Shehu Dikko , Chairman , National National Sports Commission NSC,he has proved beyond all reasonable doubts , as a seasoned sport administrator and manager of high calibre, hence his recent appointment as super Chairman , National Sports Commission NSC , and the scrapping of Nigeria Football Federation NFF , an indicator that he manages the entire football arm of Nigeria sports and a non designated Minister of Sports. Less than one year in office with appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the Renewed Hope Agenda in October 2024,…

Super Falcons’ Lesson For Kwankwaso By Lasisi Olagunju

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Each time this country discounts tribe and tongue, region and religion, it wins. Nigeria’s stunning victory in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final on Saturday was more than a football triumph. Trailing 2–0 in Rabat at half‑time, the Super Falcons initially looked out-manned and outgunned by Morocco. Yet, unity of purpose, unwavering belief, and a collective resolve turned the tide. Esther Okoronkwo’s cool penalty, Folashade Ijamilusi’s equaliser, and Jennifer Echegini’s decisive last minute goal completed a remarkable comeback to secure Nigeria’s 10th WAFCON crown. I have not read anyone whining that Okoronkwo…

Foreign Minister Tuggar hails Yilwatda’s emergence as APC Chairman, calls for unity ahead of future elections

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has congratulated the newly appointed National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, describing his emergence as a timely and strategic development for the ruling party.   Tuggar, who paid a courtesy visit to Professor Yilwatda at his residence in Abuja, described the appointment as a significant move that would reinforce the APC’s internal cohesion and prepare it for critical electoral contests ahead.   “On behalf of my office and constituents, I warmly congratulate the new National Chairman…

FG unveils Project 365 to eliminate Hepatitis by 2030

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, has launched a national campaign tagged Project 365 to eliminate hepatitis B and C as public health threats by the year 2030. The initiative was formally announced at a ministerial press briefing on Monday in Abuja to commemorate the 2025 World Hepatitis Day, themed “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down.”   In his keynote address, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, represented by Dr. Godwin Ntadom, Director of the Public Health…

Tinubu’s reforms drive unprecedented 45% surge in federal revenue – TMSG

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has hailed the recent sharp 45% rise in federally generated revenue from ₦2.942 trillion in May to ₦4.232 trillion in June 2025 as a resounding validation of President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms and financial engineering capabilities.   In a joint statement issued by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, TMSG described the historic revenue figure as the highest ever generated by the country in a single month, attributing the increase to what it termed “Tinubunomics” a reference to the President’s bold fiscal…

NASRDA celebrates first Nigerian-Born Astronaut,Chief Owolabi Salis

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has congratulated Chief Owolabi Salis on his historic achievement as the first Nigerian-born individual to travel to space, described the milestone as a major boost to Nigeria’s space ambitions. In a statement issued on Friday by Dr. Felix Ale, Director of Media and Corporate Communications, NASRDA commended Chief Salis for privately funding the space mission, which it described as a symbol of increasing private-sector interest in Nigeria’s space programme. “The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) congratulates Chief Owolabi Salis on…

DICAN Conference: Elumelu urges strategic action against disinformation, seeks stronger Media-Government synergy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Former Minority Leader of the 9th House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, has called for strengthened collaboration among the media, intelligence community, and Nigeria’s diplomatic institutions to counter the growing threat of misinformation and disinformation undermining the nation’s stability and global image.   Elumelu made this call during his goodwill message at the maiden edition of the International Diplomatic and Security Conference organized by the Diplomatic Correspondents’ Association of Nigeria (DICAN) in Abuja. The conference brought together top diplomats, security experts, policymakers, and journalists to address pressing foreign policy…

Chief Amurun Idama sponsors Multi-Million Naira Delta Central U-17 Football Tournament … As Sheriff Oborevwori Unity Cup kicks off August 3 across eight LGAs

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Chairman of Arthur Ferdinand Ltd., Chief Amurun Idama Esq., has unveiled a multi-million naira football tournament aimed at promoting grassroots sports development and youth engagement across Delta Central Senatorial District.   Tagged the Sheriff Oborevwori U-17 Unity Cup, the competition is designed to identify and harness young football talents from the eight local government areas within the senatorial zone. The tournament will officially kick off on Saturday, August 3, 2025, with the opening fixture between Ethiope East and Ughelli North, scheduled for 3:00 p.m. at the Ekpan Police Station Football…