Author: Safiu Kehinde
Safiu Kehinde is a Graduate of Mass Communications. He is passionate about accurate reporting and interested in investigating socio-political issues.
Agency Report An Ogun Special Anti-Cultism Court sitting in Abeokuta, on Friday, sentenced 27- year-old Afeez Ishola to seven years in the correctional centre for belonging to a secret cult. The convict, who resides at Otitoloju St., Mile 2, Along Ayetoro Road in Abeokuta, was convicted on a one-count charge of membership of an unlawful society. The Magistrate, Mr J.A Akan, said that the Prosecution proved beyond reasonable doubt that the convict was guilty as charged. Akan also held that the evidence presented by prosecution was tenable and sentenced the convict to seven years without an option of fine. Earlier,…
Safiu Kehinde The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted dust haze and sunshine from Saturday to Monday across the nation while warning those with respiratory issues to take precautionary measures. As contained in the weather outlook released on Friday, NiMet predicted slight dust haze on Saturday over the northern region. The agency further revealed that slight dust haze is anticipated over the North- Central region throughout the forecast period. “In the southern region, sunny skies with patches of clouds are anticipated, with prospects of morning mists over parts of Lagos and Ogun states. “Isolated thunderstorms with light rains are expected…
Safiu Kehinde Unknown gunmen have kidnapped three relatives of former Daily Trust Editor, Malam Ahmed Ajobe, demanding for N50 million ransom. This was confirmed by the Kogi Police Command Public Relations Officer, William Aya, in Lokoja on Friday. The victims, which included Mr Ajobe’s immediate younger sister, Halimtu-Sadiya Tahir, were reportedly kidnapped on Thursday on the deplorable Ankpa-Adoka-Markudi Road while returning from a market in the nearby community in Awo, Ankpa Local Government Area of the state. According to Aya, the Divisional Police Officer in charge of the area has already deployed his men to the area to ensure the…
Safiu Kehinde Nigerian Afrobeat Artist, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has set a new Spotify record for the biggest streams by any song. Following the release of his new album titled “Morayo” which claimed the number 1 spot on the Apple Music Nigeria Chart, all his tracks dominated the charts to positions. One of his singles from the album titled “Kese (Dance)” set the record for the highest opening day stream on Spotify Nigeria with 1.5 million streams. Another single “Piece of My Heart” also surpass 1 million opening day streams on Spotify. Wizkid’s album, Morayo, which translates to…
Safiu Kehinde Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, has pledged to remain at the club even if it were to face relegation from the Premier League over alleged breaches of financial rules. Guardiola made the pledge in an interview on Friday. The Spanish gaffer who has won six Premier League titles in the past seven years with City, signed a two-year contract extension on Thursday, committing him to the English champions till 2027. “I said that six months ago, one year ago when all the clubs accuse us of doing something wrong. If we get relegated, I will be here,” Guardiola…
Safiu Kehinde In the wake of Simon Ekpa’s arrest in Finland, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has denied ties with the self-acclaimed Biafra Prime Minister. Ekpa, who was arrested yesterday over alleged incitement of terrorism and civil unrest in Southeast Nigeria, was disowned in a statement issued by IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, on Friday. The secessionist group also denied ties with the Biafran Republic Government in Exile (BRIGE) formed by Ekpa. Powerful stated that Ekpa has never been a member of IPOB, adding that he is not a registered member in any country including in Finland.…
Safiu Kehinde The management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has affirmed the sacking of its embattled Vice Chancellor, Prof. Bernard Odoh, while reinstating Prof. Joseph Ikechebelu as its Acting VC. This was contained in a leaked internal memorandum issued on Thursday by the institution’s Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, Njelita Louis. According to the statement, the management affirmed Odoh’s removal in accordance to President Bola Tinubu’s directive which nullified Odoh’s appointment. NPO had earlier, this week, reported the sacking of Odoh by the Presidency in a statement issued by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa. However, Odoh refuted…
Safiu Kehinde In said effort to drive international and local investment in livestock sector, the Federal Government has strike partnership deal with Brazilian meat processing firm, JBS S.A. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, the partnership with the Brazilian firm, considered as one of the top three largest meat processing companies globally, is part of President Bola Tinubu renewed focus to end the crisis of farmer-herder clashes, eradicate hunger and poverty in Nigeria as well as promote economic prosperity through…
Agency Report A construction professional, Mr Ayotunde Bally, has urged the Federal Government and policymakers to create a more favourable environment for investment in affordable housing. Bally, who is the Chief Executive Officer of Dembally Ltd., a real estate development company, made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Lagos. Highlighting major challenges faced by developers in providing affordable housing in Lagos State, Bally described the high interest rates as the significant obstacle. He said, “ The high interest rates as the prime lending rate of 17.5 per cent makes it difficult…
Safiu Kehinde Former Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has called on Nigerians to convert the challenges of brain drain into opportunities for economic development. Mimiko made the call while delivering the convocation lecture of the University of Benin titled: “The Poor also Deserve Education: Our Founding Heroes’ Legacies in Educational Equity and Equality,” on Friday. According to him, the current trend of Nigerians migrating to other countries, popularly known as “japa syndrome,” can be converted into a veritable platform for economic growth. Mimiko cited the significant contribution of diaspora remittances, which had exceeded $20 billion annually. “This development can…