Author: TheScrutinyNG

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to support Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State, in order to make greater positive impact in the lives of Ekiti residents. Tinubu gave the assurance yesterday in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti state capital, during a thanksgiving service commemorating Oyebanji’s second anniversary, held at the Cathedral Church, Anglican Communion, Okesa. Most thrilling to the congregation was the presence of former Governors Niyi Adebayo, Ayodele Fayose and Kayode Fayemi at the church service, while both Christian and Muslim clerics offered prayers for the governor and the Government of the state. The President who was represented by the Senate Leader,…

The executive director of All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Michael Dada, has lost his wife, Mrs Modupe Temitope Dada, at 48 years. According to a statement from the family, late Modupe died on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Duchess International Hospital, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos State. The information said service of songs for the deceased wife of PRM Africa CEO would hold on Wednesday, October 23, 2025, at Grace Assembly, Yard 158 Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun- Ikeja in Lagos State by 5pm. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Grace Assembly, Yard 158 Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun – Ikeja, Lagos by…

Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the PDP in the last election, has stated that he is preoccupied with issues affecting Nigerians. Atiku, a former Vice President of Nigeria, accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and his collaborators of playing politics with the sufferings of Nigerians. Atiku stated this in response to Wike, who had at an event in Rivers State, said having contested the presidential election in 2019 and 2023 as the PDP candidate and lost, Atiku has been rejected by Nigerians. He said, “We never contested local government elections. Did we contest? Did…

A bill mandating Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to prioritise local manufacturers and indigenous companies in the procurement of goods and services, on Thursday, passed second reading in the House of Representatives. Sponsored by Hon. Jesse Okey-Joe Onuakalusi, representing Oshodi/Isolo Federal Constituency II, Lagos State, the bill was consolidated with contributions from Hon. Obi Aguocha and Hon. Nnamdi Ezechi. The proposed law, titled the Local Industry Patronage Bill, 2024, seeks to compel MDAs to give precedence to Nigerian-made goods and services, while prohibiting the exclusion of locally produced items in the procurement process. The bill’s objectives include mandating the procurement…

To stave off internal strife, national ex-officio members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have called for an urgent National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, stressing that it is crucial for the party’s stability. The ex-officios expressed deep concern over the recent developments within the party’s leadership, warning that continued internal discord could undermine the party’s foundation. In a press statement released yesterday, the members emphasised the importance of upholding the party’s constitution, which mandates the NEC to convene at least once every quarter. They urged the party leadership to hold the scheduled NEC meeting on October 24, 2024, to address…

Immediate past National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kola Ologbondiyan, has said there is no going back on the demand by the North Central zone to produce the National Chairman of the PDP to complete the tenure of Senator Iyorchia Ayu as provided in the Constitution of the Party. Ologbondiyan, who stated this during an interface with some youths of the party from the North Central Zone at the weekend, charged the youths not to relent in the demand which he insisted is constitutional, legitimate and in tandem with democratic tenets of equity, fair play and justice.…

John Stones’ last-gasp header gave Manchester City a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Wolves on Sunday, sending them to the top of the table in a thrilling Premier League clash at Molineux Stadium. Wolves struck first in the 7th minute through Nelson Semedo, who set up Jorgen Strand Larsen. Larsen fired a close-range shot into the bottom left corner, leaving Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson with no chance. The early goal put Wolves in control, but City quickly responded. In the 33rd minute, Josko Gvardiol levelled the score with a powerful strike into the top right corner, giving City a crucial…

FBN Holdings has appointed a new group managing director to lead the financial services group effective from November 13, the corporation announced on Friday. Adebowale Oyedeji, the current chief executive officer of Nova Bank, will replace Nnamdi Okonkwo, who has held the top executive position at the banking group since January 2022. Mr Adebowale’s appointment is subject to the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria as well as the ratification of FBN Holdings’ shareholders at the annual general meeting of the company. “Wale holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics from the University of Ibadan and a Master…

The chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has led a delegation of northern governors to Jigawa State to expresssympathy over the devastating petrol tanker explosion that claimed over 150 lives and left many injured. During the visit, Governor Inuwa Yahaya announced that each Northern governor was donating N50 million to support the victims, their families, and survivors. He emphasized that the collective contribution was to help alleviate the suffering of the victims and for the state government in managing the aftermath of the tragedy. “This tragedy affects us all. We therefore must support the government and people…

Inter Miami, the Major League Soccer (MLS) club co-owned by David Beckham, has been announced as the latest addition to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. This expanded tournament will feature 32 teams from across the globe, with matches scheduled to take place in the United States from June 15 to July 3, 2025. The revamped Club World Cup will include 12 teams from Europe, six from South America, and 12 from Asia, Africa, and North America. The final two spots will be allocated to a club from Oceania and one from the host nation, the United States. Inter Miami…