Author: Festus Adeloye

The Lagos State Government has deployed men of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) to the streets ahead of the nationwide hunger and hardship protests billed to commence on August 1. The heavy presence of police officers of the RRS and Task Force were seen on streets around the state Wednesday, as they engaged in patrol exercises. The operation took off from Alausa, Ikeja through the old Tollgate, Ojota, Ogudu, and Iyana Oworo to the 3rd Mainland Bridge axis. Some officers were also seen matching through Lekki streets to the Lekki Tollgate area. This is as the Secretary to the Government…

The daughter of Soboma and Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia, Chukwu, was found dead under suspicious circumstances outside the gate of her Parkview, Lagos home on Wednesday, July 31. Initial investigations suggest that recently hired domestic staff, who had been with the family for less than a month, might have staged the scene to imply that Chukwu was outside the house at the time of her death. Evidence indicates an attempt to clean up blood inside the house and the compound, suggesting a different narrative. Soboma Ajumogobia, Chukwu’s father, is the younger brother of Odein Ajumogobia, a former Minister of State for…

The Ondo State Police Command, on Wednesday, said it had begun an investigation into the death of 54-year-old Olakunbi Adene who was found dead in her residence located at Oda Road Area of Akure, the state capital. It was gathered that the deceased’ lifeless body was found on her bed in a pool of blood on Sunday, indicating that she was murdered. It was also learnt that the deceased a few days earlier entertained guests when she celebrated her 54th birthday. According to a source in the area, the deceased, who had two kids was hale and hearty with no…

The Kano State Independent Electoral Commission has scheduled November 30, 2024, for the local government elections in the state. The Chairman of the Commission, Sani Malumfashi, announced the date while addressing a news conference in Kano on Wednesday. He said the notification of the election will be issued on November 15. Nomination forms will be available from October 1 to October 11, with submission of the forms due by October 18, 2024. He noted that the screening of candidates will take place from October 18 to October 20, while the list of eligible candidates will be released on October 24.…

Oil prices have risen in the global market following the killing of Hamas political leader, Ismail Haniyeh in Iran, today. The prices were relatively low at below $80 per barrel in the past seven weeks but suddenly shot up after he was reported dead. The prices of Brent and WTI currently stand at $80.79 and $77.29 per barrel, respectively, in the international market. A senior Hamas official told Reuters “This assassination by the Israeli occupation of Brother Haniyeh is a grave escalation that aims to break the will of Hamas“ thus raising fears that it could culminate in crisis, capable…

One of Nigeria’s oldest monarchs, Oba (Dr) Frederick Adegunle Aroloye, Arubiefin IV, the Owa of Idanre Kingdom, has passed away at the age of 102. The Lisa of Idanre land, High Chief Christopher Oluwole Akindolire, confirmed the monarch’s death on Wednesday morning. Oba Aroloye began his reign in 1976. Traditional rites are currently being organized at the palace.

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has said he will probe the exclusion of Nigerian athlete, Favour Ofili, from the 100m Women’s event at the ongoing Paris 2024 Olympic Games. On Tuesday, the sprinter announced that she will not be competing in the 100-metre race at the ongoing Olympics in Paris due to administrative failures by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria and the Nigerian Olympic Committee. “It is with great regret that I have just been told I will not be competing in the 100 meters at this Olympic Games. I qualified, but those with the AFN…

Singer and activist Charly Boy, Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti, and “Galala” singer Daddy Showkey have all paid tribute to the late Onyeka Onwenu, whose passing has deeply affected the Nigerian entertainment and cultural sectors. Charly Boy honored Onwenu as an iconic figure whose influence extended beyond the entertainment industry. In his tribute, he said, “The Igbo nation mourns the loss of this iconic figure, whose impact transcended the entertainment industry. Onwenu’s death follows the recent passings of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu and Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, marking a period of profound loss for the southeast region of Nigeria. Onwenu’s legacy as a…

The children of veteran Nigerian singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu have announced her passing and provided details about her final moments. In a statement issued by her sons, Abraham and Tijani Ogunlende, they expressed their sorrow, revealing that Onwenu died on the night of July 30, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria. The statement highlighted that Onwenu had just finished performing at a birthday party for Mrs. Stella Okoli when she was suddenly rushed to Reddington Hospital in Lagos. Despite doctors’ best efforts to save her life, she passed away. “She was rushed to the hospital after an amazing last performance, where…

Nigeria’s leading telecommunications provider, MTN, has resumed nationwide operations after a nationwide shutdown on Tuesday. The temporary closure came in response to widespread customer outrage and vandalism, sparked by the disconnection of subscribers who failed to link their SIM cards to their National Identification Numbers. On Wednesday, MTN announced its return to operations via X (formerly Twitter), confirming that its physical shops would be open to customers from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. “Y’ello customer, please note that our shops nationwide will be open today, 31 July. Operating hours: 8.00 am-3:00 pm. We are also available 24/7 to support you…