Author: Amina Mohammed

The Lagos State government, in collaboration with MTN Nigeria, has launched the ‘My Lagos App’ aimed at making urban living in the state more seamless and efficient. The app was unveiled at MTN Plaza, Ikoyi, Lagos in a bid to make urban life in the city seamless and easy. The app is designed to provide a range of features that enhance various activities, promoting economic growth, accountability, transparency, and real-time updates. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat, highlighted the importance of this digital solution in a rapidly growing city like Lagos. The app serves as…

Former Vice- President, Namadi Sambo has clarified that Umar Sani is no longer his spokesman and that any public opinions expressed by him are strictly personal. In a statement signed by his Personal Aide, Yinka Ibrahim, Sambo noted that Sani, also known as Dekat, has recently been vocal about his political views. However, he emphasized that some media reports have mistakenly attributed those opinions to him. The statement urged media organizations to take note that Sani is no longer authorised to speak on behalf of the former Vice President. “It has come to our attention that recent media reports have…

Elderstatesman and First Republic politician, Alhaji Tanko Yakasai has appealed to Northerners to continue supporting the administration of President Bola Tinubu. He also lauded Nigerians for their continued support and prayers for the success of President Tinubu’s administration. Speaking to reporters on Sunday in Kano, Yakasai held that the steady progress and concrete achievements recorded by the administration were a vindication of the trust reposed in them by Nigerians. “From some of the reports I received, the prices of basic foodstuffs have been coming down. Unlike what it was before now, families can now afford to buy basic food items…

Veteran journalist and former chairman/Editor-in-Chief of Daily Times newspaper, Chief Tola Adeniyi, has stated that the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, should be in prison and not leading the upper legislative chamber. Adeniyi stated this while speaking on ‘State Affairs’, a podcast show hosted by broadcast journalist Edmund Obilo while commenting on alleged multi-billion Naira fraud case and the alleged sexual harassment dispute between Senator Akpabio and the Senator representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. “It’s not funny at all. The dilemma is still part of the madness that we’re going through in this country. How could someone…

A Senior Councillor in the Kano Emirate Council, Aminu Babba Dan Agundi, has threatened to charge Mohammad Sanusi II to court for contempt if he continues to parade himself as the Emir of Kano. Dan Agundi’s threat was sequel to an injunctive order by an Appeal Court, which ordered all the parties in the Kano Emirate dispute to maintain the status quo ante as it was before the judgment of the Federal High Court delivered on 13th June 2024, pending the hearing and determination of an application on the same case before the Supreme Court. Speaking during a press conference…

Chelsea edged past Manchester City in the Women’s League Cup final to win their first trophy under Sonia Bompastor and keep their bid for a historic quadruple alive. Bompastor has exceeded expectations since succeeding Emma Hayes as head coach last May, winning 26 of her 28 games. Mayra Ramirez netted an early opener for Chelsea, bundling in a rebound that bounced off City skipper Laia Aleixandri at Derby County’s Pride Park. Aoba Fujino levelled after the break with a stunning strike, but an own goal by Yui Hasegawa restored Chelsea’s lead and ended their three-year losing streak in League Cup finals. City,…

Ekiti State Government has approved the adoption of Ekiti Adire as the official attire on the third Wednesday of every month. The decision was reached at the Ekiti State Executive Council’s virtual meeting chaired by Governor Biodun Oyebanji. According to a statement by Commissioner for Information, Rt Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, the approval was aimed at promoting the state’s cultural heritage as well as preserving traditional craftsmanship. Olatunbosun said the move would also create jobs, increase revenue generation for the state and  provide employment opportunities for residents interested in the tie and dye craft. He added that the council also approved…

Media personality, Toke Makinwa said she does not regret her decision not to remarry as she would have had another divorce. She stated this in the latest episode of her podcast, Toke Moments. Makinwa married Maje Ayida on January 15, 2014, but the union hit the rocks in 2017 following allegations of infidelity. Nearly ten years after, the media personality has not remarried, a decision she said she does not regret. Speaking on her podcast, Makinwa explained that she would have been divorced again if she had walked down the aisle a second time. “Honestly, regret is exhausting. Number two, get…

Nigerian music superstar, Davido has dropped  a new single, ‘Be There Still’, as fans keenly wait for his upcoming fifth studio album,’5IVE’ . The hit single released on Friday is a dynamic blend of Afrobeat and contemporary sounds. The 5-time Grammy-nominated singer announced  the  release with a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, @davido, with the caption, “Midnight we feast” moments earlier before  dropping the  song. ‘Be There Still’ presents an impressive production team, featuring Marvey Muzique, DJ Maphorisa, and Black Culture as producer and the  track’s mixing was handled by D-RO. Davido had earlier announced to curious…

The Kano State government has stated that the ruling of the Court of Appeal in Abuja does not invalidate Muhammadu Sanusi II’s reinstatement as the Emir. The presiding judge directed parties, including the Kano State House of Assembly, to maintain the status quo during Emir Ado Bayero’s reign. In his reaction, Kano State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi said, “Having passed a landmark verdict on January 10, 2025, that reaffirmed the power of the Kano State government to reappoint Sanusi, it is impossible for the Court of Appeal to set aside or quash it’s own…