Author: Samuel Akpenpuun

Niger State Governor Umaru Bago yesterday called for the review of activities of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). Bago, who called for the probe of the N90 billion subsidy paid by the Federal government for the Hajj operations, vowed to lead a committee of governors to meet relevant authorities to champion the review of the commission. According to statement by Bago’s Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Bologi Ibrahim, in Minna, the governor made the call in a chat with reporters in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, wher he assessed this year’s Hajj operation. He expressed concern that rather than exert its…

A stoppage-time header from Niclas Fuellkrug has rescued a 1-1 draw for Germany against Switzerland on Sunday in Frankfurt, ensuring the Euro hosts finish top of Group A. The Swiss hit the lead early, Dan Ndoye booting in from close range after 28 minutes to stun the home side. Germany took a series of risks late in the hope of an equaliser and veteran striker Fuellkrug delivered, heading home in the second minute of stoppage time. The result means Switzerland, rather than Germany, face a tougher last 16 assignment, setting up a potential meeting with holders Italy or 2018 World…

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has issued a ban on the practice of churches and mosques obstructing roads during worship services. The governor has further mandated all worship centers to present their building approvals issued by the Jos Metropolitan Development Board or face potential penalties. Since 2014, road blockades by churches and mosques have been a recurring issue in Jos, particularly during times when worship centers were targeted by terrorist activities involving explosives. Despite the cessation of bomb attacks in Jos, both churches and mosques have continued to obstruct roads during their worship schedules, notably on Sundays and Fridays, creating…

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said that agencies engaged in extortion and begging at Nigeria’s airports are beyond the ministry’s control. Keyamo stated this in a post on X on Sunday, that he has been working with other ministers responsible for these agencies to find a solution to curb the problem. The minister’s statement came in response to numerous complaints from travelers about these activities. “I have received several complaints about the menace of begging and extortion at our International airports by a few unscrupulous persons who give all of us a bad image,” Keyamo…

Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly called Davido has shared pre-wedding photos with his partner, Chioma, ahead of their wedding on Tuesday. Davido shared the pictures on his Instagram account with the #CHIVIDO2024 Davido had last week Tuesday confirmed his upcoming wedding to his partner, Chioma Rowland. According to reports, Chioma and Davido’s. traditional wedding is scheduled to take place in Lagos on June 25, 2024 . See Photos Below:

Manchester Airport in the United Kingdom is set to resume operations and expects flights to restart after a power outage caused significant disruption at Terminals 1 and 2 earlier on Sunday. The cause of the power outage, which occurred on Sunday, remains unclear. However, Manchester Airport issued a statement indicating that it is collaborating with airlines to reschedule cancelled flights over the next few days. They assured passengers that flights scheduled for Monday would proceed as planned and would not be affected. Earlier notices on social media platform X advised passengers flying from Terminal 3 to arrive at the airport…

Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections has denied reports claiming he said the federal government spent the sum of N814bn on the new national anthem. In a statement signed by the spokesman of the Peter Obi Media Reach, Yunusa Tanko, Obi said he has never made any public comment on the new national anthem. ” The attention of the Peter Obi Media Reach, POMR has been drawn to a news story circulating in social media that the 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has been among “the detractors” who…

President and founder of LoveWorld Incorporated better known as Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome has said the fire incident at the church’s headquarters was not an accident but an avenue for bigger and better things. He said this during a live Sunday service at the church’s campground, Asese, monitored by Vanguard. Vanguard reports that social media was awash, Sunday morning, with videos of the church building at Oregun, Ikeja on fire. He said, “Nothing happens in the life of a child of God by accident. During the 2001 Ikeja cantonment bombing incident, the building vibrated so much and we thought…

Veteran actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has expressed his desire to continue acting even when he turns 90, voicing concerns about the industry’s decline due to untalented individuals, particularly women eager to act. He emphasised that acting is an innate talent, not something that can be merely learned in Nollywood. He also raised alarm over the increasing prevalence of drug abuse and homos3xuality in the industry, calling for a purge to restore professionalism. In an interview with Nedu, Kanayo said: “Many girls are desperate to act. You don’t come to Nollywood to learn how to act. Acting is built. If it’s…

Grammy-winning singer Tems has announced her exciting intention to establish a women’s football team. She shared her passion for sports and football in a recent YouTube podcast, hosted by Chinasa where she revealed her vision to create opportunities and inspire young women through sports. According to her, she said her team will participate in regional competitions, which she believes will benefit the Nigerian women’s league. “I love sports. I love sports, but if I could play football, I would. I’m like a football fan. “I want to start a female football team. I think it is something that is needed.…