What type(s) of political engagement(s) have you been involved after 2023presidential election? In the aftermath of APGA not winning the presidential election of 2023 thepost-mortem would be extensive. We may have failed to latch on to the Chineseproverb that a journey of a thousand miles begin with a step. If APGA was built upand sustained it would serve as a platform to bargain for political relevance andinclusion.His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the APC has been announced by INEC as the President of Federal Republic of Nigeria. As the face ofAPGA in Nigeria, I have teamed up with some…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF has described as outright falsehood, reports that the football-governing body has slammed a ban on Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen from the team, for his social media outburst few days ago. The federation issued the disclaimer in a statement on Wednesday. NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi expressed amazement at the reports, saying the Federation has neither instructed a process nor has a process been concluded to ban the player from the National Team. “The NFF hereby implores the media to join hands with the body to positively resolve issues and then focus on the…
The Pest Control Association of Nigeria (PECAN) under the leadership of PCO Olakunle Williams, expresses deep concern over the recent outbreak of cholera in Lagos State. This situation necessitates immediate and concerted action to prevent further spread and to protect public health. Cholera, an acute diarrheal illness caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, is typically spread through contaminated water and food. As pest control professionals, we recognize the critical role of sanitation and hygiene in combating this disease. PROFESSIONAL ADVICE TO LAGOSIANS: Use hand sanitizers where water is not readily available. Avoid raw or undercooked foods, especially seafood. Wash fruits…
Hon. Segun Ojolowo-Ojuko has been elected as the new President of the prestigious Ota Gravity Foundation (OGF). Hon. Ojolowo-Ojuko, a prominent socialite, assumed the presidency on Monday, June 17, 2024, in Otta, succeeding Mr. Biodun Adeniran, FCA. In his acceptance speech, he lauded the leadership and dedication of the outgoing Executive Council led by Mr. Adeniran. He pledged his unwavering commitment to advancing the foundation’s mission and called on members to support him in achieving the foundation’s goals while preserving its legacy. The newly elected Executive Council members are: The Ota Gravity Foundation is a prominent philanthropic organization in Ota,…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele is set to launch the 30th edition of his annual prophecy book titled Warnings To The Nations in July 2024. The prophecy book ‘Warnings To The Nations’ has been getting published annually since 1994 and has over the years, served as a means of direction, revelation, insight, and solution to individuals, presidents, governors, world leaders, multinationals, corporate bodies, to mention but a few. ‘Warnings To The Nations’ is known to contain prophetic warnings to every country in the world, notable organizations, political leaders, federal, state and local governments, and several…
Africa needs to be competitive and efficient in its area of strength, according to Mustafa Chike-Obi, the Chairman of Fidelity Bank, who spoke with CNBC Africa’s Kenneth Igbomor on the sidelines of the AFREXIMBANK Annual meetings in Nassau, the Bahamas. Chike-Obi emphasized the importance of focused and sharp leadership in harnessing the continent’s strengths to achieve prosperity. He highlighted the need for Africa to identify areas of competitive advantage in producing goods and services efficiently to unlock its full potential. He pointed out that success stories in areas like sports demonstrate Africa’s potential when leveraging advantages. However, he stressed the…
The Nigerian Football Federation has reportedly banned Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen and declared its intention to use the Victor Osimhen case as a deterrent to prevent other players from publicly criticising or disparaging national football heroes and legends. According to a member of the NFF board, Osimhen would be used as an example to prevent others from doing the same in future. According to the source, “He (Victor Osimhen) crossed the line with his outburst even when Finidi called him to explain he still didn’t deem it fit to retract his statements. We won’t condone that and after the Salah…
The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has called on residents to observe the best personal and domestic hygiene, as well as proper waste management practices, to curb the spread of rampaging cholera. He gave the advice in his office, Ijora Olopa, against the recent outbreak of the disease, which has claimed some lives, leaving many hospitalised. Cholera, a severe diarrheal illness caused by infection with the bacterium vibrio cholerae, spreads primarily through contaminated water and food, thriving rapidly in unsanitary conditions. He said, “The outbreak of cholera in the state is a serious…
On Thursday June 20, Nigeria’s 6th largest bank, Fidelity Bank Plc will open its public offer and Rights Issue. According to an article on the Businessday website and authored by Iheanyi Nwachukwu, the bank is raising a total of up to N127.100billion by way of a Rights Issue to existing shareholders and a Public Offer (the Combined Offer). Under the Rights Issue, 3.2 billion ordinary shares of 50 kobo each will be offered in the ratio of 1 new ordinary share for every 10 ordinary shares held as of January 5, 2024, at N9.25 per share. For the Public Offer,…
All is now set for the launching of “Petals of Life”, a collection of poems by Lilian Obiageli Ario, a Broadcast Journalist at Voice of Nigeria(VON) who’s also an accomplished poet. The event which is scheduled for 6th July, 2024 at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Alausa Ikeja by 10am, is expected to attract high profile academia, Secondary School students, Dignitaries, as well as members of the Fourth Estate of the Realm. In a statement signed by Ario in Lagos, the highly anticipated anthology will be graced by poetry lovers and literary enthusiasts to experience her profound…