Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
Popular Nollywood Actress, Mercy Aigbe Adeoti’s house has been burnt down, leaving behind significant damage. NPO Reports that the actress disclosed this via her instagram handle on Wednesday. She took to her instagram to post a video of the aftermath of the unfortunate occurrence. She further noted that there was no casualty in the incident. “Devastated! Thank God no life was lost! It is well.” she wrote. NPO reports that the cause of the fire is yet to be known. Meanwhile, consolation messages have trailed the tragic incident from many actors, celebrities and wellmeaning Nigerians, consoled the actress over her…
Renowned media practitioner, Professor Tonnie Iredia, will deliver a keynote address on “Democracy, Media Freedom and the Imperative of Protecting Nigeria’s Civic Space” at the 2024 conference of the Nigeria Chapter of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria). This was contained in a statement by the organisation’s Secretary, Ahmed I. Shekarau, on Wednesday. The event is scheduled to hold on 11 December at the Abuja Continental Hotel (formerly Sheraton Hotel). The Institute will also hold its annual general conference, elect new leadership and host its members and supporters to a dinner on 12 December at the same venue. A panel…
Shell companies in Nigeria are participating in the 13th edition of the Practical Nigerian Content (PNC) Forum in Yenagoa, reinforcing their commitment to supporting Nigerian business through contract awards and the development of local expertise. This is after having awarded contracts worth $1.98 billion to the businesses in 2023 in continuing effort to develop Nigerian content in the oil and gas industry. NPO reports that over 700 oil and gas entities are taking part in the four-day conference themed “Deepening the Next Frontier for Nigerian Content Implementation” which commenced today. The contracts, awarded by the Shell Petroleum Development Company of…
SPAC Nation Church founder, Tobi Adegboyega’s lawyer, Dele Olawanle, has denied reports that the pastor who had been based in the UK, is facing deportation. He insisted that Adegboyega is not a criminal, despite allegations of financial misconduct linked to his now-defunct church, SPAC Nation. Olawanle has therefore labeled the deportation claims as “false” and “sensationalist, emphasizing that Adegboyega is not facing deportation. “He is not facing deportation from the UK. Deportation is for criminals. He is not.” Olawanle further clarified that despite the issues surrounding SPAC Nation, including the Charity Commission’s concerns over financial mismanagement, Adegboyega himself had never…
The Kwara State Government has ordered a disciplinary action against a secondary school teacher for maltreating a corps member posted to Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kulende, Ilorin. A joint statement by the Commissioner of Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu, and the Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Teaching Service Commission, Mallam Bello Tauheed Abubakar, stated that an investigative panel set up on the matter found Hajia Hamzat Fatimoh Nike guilty of fighting on duty, use of foul language, insubordination, and disrespect for the national identity which the uniform of the corp members represents. “Her…
The Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Center (HICC), Pastor Bolaji Idowu, has vehemently denied allegations of his involvement in real estate fraud and money laundering. He made the statement during his widely attended Next Level Prayer programme on Wednesday morning, Pastor Idowu clarifying the rumors and dismissing them as false and without merit. “Over the last 24 hours, there has been a lot of news about me on social media. I just want to state some facts,” Pastor Idowu said, responding to allegations of his involvement in the real estate business. “I heard that I was involved in real…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the country’s interest in partnering with Nigeria to capitalize on its abundant lithium reserves, to drive the global transition to green energy and electric vehicle (EV) production. The South African leader disclosed this on Tuesday in Cape Town, South Africa, at the Nigeria -South Africa Business Roundtable. He emphasized the strategic importance of harnessing critical minerals, particularly lithium, to fuel industrialization efforts in the electric vehicle sector. He urged the private sector and development finance institutions to collaborate in building infrastructure and scaling up manufacturing capabilities in this sector. “There is also much…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has explained why it withheld the identity of the owner of seized estate landed property with 753 units duplexes in Abuja. The Spokesperson of the anti graft agency, Dele Oyewale, in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja, said it would be unprofessional to mention names of individuals whose identities were not directly linked to any title document of the properties. Oyewale was responding to the criticisms that followed the EFCC record-breaking asset recovery of a 150,500-square-meter estate with 753 duplexes and other apartments in Abuja. The EFCC had on Monday secured a judgment…
The United Bank for Africa, (UBA) through its Corporate Social Responsibility Arm, the UBA Foundation, on Monday, held its annual Garden Light-Up ceremony to kick-start the festive season. The ceremony which held at the United Bank for Africa (UBA) head office in Lagos, brought together staff, customers, and well-wishers in a heart-warming display of joy, gratitude, and unity. The Garden Light-Up, an annual tradition, represents UBA and its Foundation’s commitment to spreading cheer and fostering a sense of community during this special time of year. With festive decorations, brilliant lights, fireworks and lively music, the event serves as a beacon…
Says No Sinister Intention Behind Rush of Tax Reform Bills President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Justice to work with the National Assembly to address the concerns bordering the tax reform bills. This was contained in a statement by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Tuesday. “It is pertinent to state that the government has nothing sinister to warrant the suggestion that the process is being rushed. “In line with the established legislative procedure, the Federal General welcomes meaningful inputs that can address whatever grey areas there may be in the bill. “In…