Author: Samuel Akpenpuun

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, on Friday, said that only the intervention of President Bola Tinubu could save public universities from being thrown into another prolonged strike action. The union called on eminent Nigerians to prevail on President Tinubu to stop acting so indifferently to the parlous state of the public universities as well as the genuine demands of the lecturers regarding funding of the university among other welfare concerns. The union said that the refusal of the government to be alive to its financial responsibility and commitment to the public universities is dangerous and would only continue to…

Kylie Jenner, the American businesswoman and reality star, became emotional in the latest episode of “The Kardashians” as she discussed the hurtful and mean comments she has received about her appearance. The 26-year-old entrepreneur broke down in tears, revealing the negative impact of constant criticism on her self-esteem. Kylie shared that she has faced harsh comments about her looks since she was just 13 years old, making it a “miracle” that she still has confidence and can look in the mirror and think she is pretty. “It’s a miracle that I still have confidence and I can still look in…

The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, yesterday, laid the foundation for the construction of N62.8 billion Gusau International Airport, aimed at boosting the state’s economy, especially in agriculture, tourism and education, among others. Keyamo, who lauded the project, said Gusau International Airport would be historic as it would open another chapter for a new Zamfara after completion of the airport, saying: “I always said that in the North-West of Nigeria, Zamfara State has been sub- changed in respect of these past facilities. Other parts of the North-West have good airports; the people of those states have access to transport by…

In a bid to restore order and ensure smooth traffic flow, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has impounded 40 (25 commercial and 15 private) vehicles operating illegal garages and causing road obstructions in Oyingbo, Ijora, and Idumota areas. This was disclosed in a statement by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, on X.com.on Friday. According to the statement, LASTMA’s enforcement team led by Mr. Kayode Odunuga, carried out the operation under the guidance of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa. The team specifically targeted illegal garages that had been causing persistent traffic jams and inconvenience…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa have committed to tackling shared challenges and fostering closer ties. They held a bilateral meeting in Johannesburg. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, said in a statement that the meeting was held at Radisson Blu Hotel. Ramaphosa thanked President Tinubu for honouring the invitation to attend his inauguration. “Thank you so much for coming for the inauguration. “I was very happy to see my brother at the ceremony,” he said. President Tinubu noted that Ramaphosa’s inaugural speech captured most of the challenges faced by…

Aint-Graft agency – the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) yesterday continued with its alleged money laundering charge preferred against Tigran Gambaryan, an executive of Binance Holdings Ltd at a Federal High Court, Abuja. The criminal charge continued before Justice Emeka Nwite inspite of the withdrawal of a charge by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) against Gambaryan in the alleged tax evasion case filed against him and the cryptocurrency exchange platform. The EFCC filed a five-count charge against Binance and Gambaryan while the FIRS filed a four-count charge against the duo. Binance and Gambaryan were accused by the anti-graft…

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to ditch his anti-people policies which have impoverished more Nigerians in the last one year and embrace pro-people policies that will change the lives of the citizens for the better. The national chairman of the PRP, Alhaji Falalu Bello (OFR) in a statement he personally signed and titled “President Tinubu, let Nigerians breathe”, carpeted the President for sticking to unpopular economic policies despite outcry from Nigerians. Bello cited the removal of subsidies on fuel, electricity, devaluation of naira currency, increases in interest rates, and others as anti-people programs that…

Harry Kane insisted England will find the right formula for Euro 2024 success despite their lacklustre display in Thursday’s 1-1 draw against Denmark. Gareth Southgate’s side would have qualified for the last 16 as Group C winners if they had defeated the Danes in Frankfurt. England captain Kane gave them the perfect start with a clinical close-range finish from Kyle Walker’s deflected cross in the 18th minute. But England lost their momentum after that and Denmark drew level after 34 minutes when Morten Hjulmand blasted a superb 30-yard drive past Jordan Pickford. It was hardly the kind of display that…

Serbia is considering withdrawing from Euro 2024 following offensive chants heard during Croatia’s 2-2 draw with Albania on Wednesday. During the Group B match at the Volksparkstadion, fans were heard chanting “kill the Serbs,” referencing the historical animosity between the nations dating back to the Balkan conflicts of the 1990s and World War II atrocities. Jovan Surbatovic, the general secretary of the Football Association of Serbia, expressed outrage in an interview with state broadcaster RTS. “What happened is scandalous, and we will ask UEFA for sanctions, even if it means not continuing the competition,” Surbatovic stated. The incident follows another…

An Akure High Court, in Ondo state has declared as unconditional and illegal the creation of the 33 Local Government Development Areas (LCDAs) by the Ondo State government. Justice Adegboyega Adebusoye, in his verdict described the LCDAS signed into law by late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu as inchoate and not lawfully created. Recall that the leaders of four Akoko local governments including Akoko Southeast, Akoko Southwest, Akoko Northwest, and Akoko Northeast through their lawyer, Mr. Tolu Babaleye, had dragged the state government to court alleging marginalisation in the creation of the LCDA by Akeredolu’s government. Justice Adebusoye in his judgment agreed…