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Ghana’s President-elect Mahama arrives Abuja to see Tinubu Mahama with Tinubu in Abuja Ghana’s President-elect Mahama arrives Abuja to see Tinubu. The President-Elect of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at his residence, Presidential Villa, State House on Monday. Tinubu and Mahama in Abuja Mahama won 56 percent of the votes in this month’s presidential election, compared to the ruling party candidate and Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, who secured 41 percent. The landslide comeback for former president Mahama ended eight years in power for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) under President Nana Akufo-Addo, whose…

Former Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko clocked 70 years of age Former Governor of Ondo, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko Former Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko clocked 70 years of age To mark the landmark age, he chose to celebrate with a low-key praise and thanksgiving event tagged ‘Special Divine Agenda Praise Evening’. The occasion which was graced by former members of Mimiko’s executive council, political leaders, ex-lawmakers, and traditional rulers was officiated by Pastor Wale Akinfesoye, former Chaplain of the Government House Chapel who delivered a brief exhortation. Quite a number of those present at the event such as the Deji of…

Tiwa Savage encourages ‘delay is not denial, you can still make it’ Tiwa Savage Tiwa Savage encourages ‘delay is not denial, you can still make it’ Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has disclosed that she wasn’t successful in her twenties because God delayed it on purpose. In a recent interview, the 44-year-old singer spoke about her career breakthrough, which was inspired by God. She stated that God deliberately delayed her success to encourage other women who are less successful at an early age. She said, “I feel like God has done this on purpose. God delayed my success for a purpose.…

FIRSTBANK KICKS OFF DECEMBERISSAVYBE 2024 WITH KENNY BLAQ‘S ‘RECKLESS’ MUSICOMEDY FIRSTBANK KICKS OFF DECEMBERISSAVYBE 2024 WITH KENNY BLAQ‘S ‘RECKLESS’ MUSICOMEDY December marks a special time in Nigeria, a moment when people take a break from their hectic year to unwind, celebrate, and create lasting memories with loved ones. The month is filled with vibrant arts and entertainment, including plays, musical concerts, festivals, operas, fashion shows, poetry, and various performance arts. As the month unfolds, the atmosphere is electrified with fireworks, street carnivals, and colourful Christmas decorations, complemented by numerous year-end thanksgiving parties. It’s also a time for bonding, as Nigerians…

2024 ASO ROCK  CAROLS SERVICE CENTRES ON BROTHERLY LOVE The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu singing with the Mass Choir at the 2024 Service of Nine Lessons and Carols held at the Banquet Hall, State House, Abuja on Monday 16th December, 2024 The annual Nine Lessons and Carols Service, themed “Immanuel, Our Restorer of Hope,” has been held at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja. Busola Kukoyi, Senior Special Adviser on Media to the First Lady of Nigeria, issued a statement on Monday 16th December,2024. According to the statement, the gathering of notable Nigerians and leaders of…

Modo Ante Reaffirms Stand on  Technology Innovation for Progressive Revenue Generation during Eko Revenue Plus Summit Modo Ante Reaffirms Stand on  Technology Innovation for Progressive Revenue Generation during Eko Revenue Plus Summit The CEO/Founder of Modo Ante, a Public Governance and Policy Consultancy, Mr. Bamijoko Okupe, has restated the company’s commitment to the application of technology and innovation as creative and transformative tools for progressive revenue generation in Lagos State, and across the country. He affirmed this at the Eko Revenue Plus Summit which held recently at the Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Okupe applauded the leadership…

Tinubu Showers Encomium on Lookman, Nnadozie; I’m incredibly proud of you Nnadozie-Lookman Tinubu Showers Encomium on Lookman, Nnadozie; I’m incredibly proud of you. Tinubu Showers Encomium on Lookman, Nnadozie; I’m incredibly proud of you. President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman on winning the 2024 CAF Men’s African Footballer of the Year. Tinubu also hailed Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie for clinching the CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award and the Super Falcons for being named the Women’s National Team of the Year. The awards were announced Monday night at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech,…

FG accepts 2025 budget, $75 per barrel oil benchmark The Federal Executive Council chaired by President Bola Tinubu FG accepts 2025 budget, $75 per barrel oil benchmark The Federal Executive Council on Monday approved the 2025 Budget Proposal. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, revealed this to State House Correspondents after the Council met for the last time in 2024 at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. He said, “Today, the Federal Executive Council approved the budget proposals for 2025 with amendments which Mr President directed following a presentation to the Federal Executive Council led by the Director-General…

2024-25 Emirates FA Cup will use VAR from fifth round VAR-premier-league 2024-25 Emirates FA Cup will use VAR from fifth round The Football Association has announced a key change to the 2024-25 Emirates FA Cup, confirming that Video Assistant Referees (VAR) will be implemented “from the Fifth Round onwards” to ensure a consistent refereeing approach across all matches at this stage of the competition. In the official press release on Monday on its website, titled, “VAR Confirmed for Emirates FA Cup from Fifth Round Onward.” The FA stated, “It has been agreed that VAR will be utilised for every…

UniAbuja takes on Yakubu Gowon varsity – FEC University of Abuja main gate UniAbuja takes on Yakubu Gowon varsity The Federal Executive Council on Monday approved the renaming of the University of Abuja as Yakubu Gowon University. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, revealed this to State House correspondents after the council held its last meeting for 2024 at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. Idris said, “The third item is that there is also a decision taken by the Federal Executive Council to rename the University of Abuja to honour elder statesman, General Yakubu Gowon. UniAbuja takes…