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Buhari says his investments in the power sector will soon pay off for Nigerians. President Muhammadu Buhari has promised Nigerians they'll enjoy affordable and uninterrupted electricity supply in the not-too-distant future. Nigeria has failed for decades to adequately supply electricity to its estimated population of 200 million people. However, while delivering his Independence Day address on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, President Buhari said his government is committed towards reforming the power sector. He said his government's investments in infrastructural projects, such as the Presidential Power Initiative to modernise the national grid, will impact the sector and benefit Nigerians greatly. He said, "I am pleased with the improved inter-agency collaboration between the Ministry of Power and the regulators in the banking and power sectors to ensure that electricity sales, billings and collections are automated and become cashless. "These initiatives are impor...

Ayokunle made the call when he paid a courtesy call on Dr George Akume , Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, in Abuja. Rev. Samson Ayokunle, National President, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), on Monday tasked Nigeria’s leaders to use their God-given position to rescue the country from bitterness. Ayokunle made the call when he paid a courtesy call on Dr George Akume , Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, in Abuja. The CAN president, who congratulated Akume on his new appointment, reminded him of his good works during his tenure as Benue governor. Ayokunle thanked Akume for approving plots of land for the establishment of Baptist secondary schools in Benue when he was governor, saying that the Baptist schools were contributing to the growth of education in Benue. “I see your appointment as well-deserved; your choice is no doubt a demonstration of the fact that the federal government has confidence in your ability and capability ...

Speaker of the Assembly, Mr Emmanuel Isenah , had adjourned the session indefinitely for the house to proceed on recess. Gov. Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa has endorsed the election of a new Speaker for Bayelsa House of Assembly which took place under chaotic circumstances on Monday. News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that there was heavy shooting at the Bayelsa House of Assembly during a session of the assembly when hundreds of youths stormed the assembly complex in Yenagoa. Speaker of the Assembly, Mr Emmanuel Isenah , had adjourned the session indefinitely for the house to proceed on recess. But the youth who besieged the assembly immediately shot sporadically and made away with the mace while some members of the Assembly were still in the chambers. Some members who sat back reportedly resumed sitting and allegedly impeached the speaker in absentia and elected Mr Monday Obolo (PDP-Southern Ijaw Constituency 2) to replace Isenah. Dickson , congratulated the newly-elected Sp...

In a statement marking Nigeria’s 59th Independence, Gbajabiamila said Nigeria has come a long way as one indivisible entity, which every citizen must work to protect. Speaker of the House of Representative Femi Gbajabiamila has urged Nigerians to remain united as the country marks her 59th Independence Day anniversary. In a statement marking Nigeria’s 59th Independence, Gbajabiamila said Nigeria has come a long way as one indivisible entity, which every citizen must work to protect. The lawmaker enjoined Nigerians to pray for the country and its leaders for the entrenchment of good governance and the wellbeing of the people. According to him, a time like this, prayers and unity of purpose will help ensure the country remains one. Gbajabiamila tasked Nigerians to continue working hard to realise the mission and vision of the country’s founding fathers who fought for the country to become what it is today. “ As we mark our country’s 59th Independence Anniversary, we must remain s...

DSP Nnamdi Omoni , the Command’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), disclosed this in statement issued in Port Harcourt on Monday. The Police Command in Rivers says a most wanted and notorious kidnapper, Ekwueme Ike, known as Lucifer has been killed by men of Operation Sting. DSP Nnamdi Omoni , the Command’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), disclosed this in statement issued in Port Harcourt on Monday. Omoni said that the deceased was responsible for all the kidnappings and hijacking of commercial buses on the Ndele axis of the East/West Road. He stated that the entire Rundele community had been thrown into a wild jubilation as a result of his death. Omoni said that efforts were on to arrest his accomplices, adding that the operation was led by the Commander of Operation Sting, ACP Shem Evans . ridoola.blogspot.com.ng

The party gave the commendation in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Mr  Kola Ologbondiyan on Monday in Abuja to commemorate the 59th Independence Anniversary of Nigeria. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commended Nigerians for their resilience in standing up for the unity and survival of the nation in spite the daunting challenges. The party gave the commendation in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Mr  Kola Ologbondiyan on Monday in Abuja to commemorate the 59th Independence Anniversary of Nigeria. Ologbondiyan urged Nigerians to keep hope alive and not surrender to challenges seeking to undermine national cohesion, freedom of citizens and the will of Nigerians. “The PDP notes that the Oct. 1 date remains an undying signpost of our freedom and unity as a nation. “It reminds of the roots of our national cohesiveness; the sacrifices of our heroes and our determination to live harmoniously an...

Mr Ferdinand Nwoye , spokesperson for the ministry made this known in a statement on Monday in Abuja. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Monday that the South African government had granted Air Peace’s request to commence commercial flights to Johannesburg, South Africa Mr Ferdinand Nwoye , spokesperson for the ministry made this known in a statement on Monday in Abuja. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes to inform that the South African Government has granted request for the Nigerian Designated Airline, Air Peace to commence commercial flights to Johannesburg, South Africa. “The confirmation was granted in the process of ascertaining the level of implementation of the Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) between Nigeria and South Africa.  “At the Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) of the 9th Session of the Nigeria/South Africa Bi-National Commission Summit in Pretoria, South Africa on Friday, Sept. 27.  “The proprietor of Air Peace Airlines, Chief Allen Ony...

The vaccination followed the detection of 36 new cases mostly in Danmusa and Kankara Local Government Areas of the state. Katsina State Government says it is targeting seven million people in the ongoing vaccination against Yellow Fever holding across the state. The vaccination followed the detection of 36 new cases mostly in Danmusa and Kankara Local Government Areas of the state. The Deputy Governor of the state, Alhaji Mannir Yakubu , said while inspecting the vaccination exercise on Monday in Katsina that all residents should avail themselves of the opportunity. “These emerging cases are the reasons why the state government is flagging the commencement of the preventive campaign against this potentially life-threatening disease with free vaccines. “Yellow fever is a serious infectious disease transmitted by specific kind of infected mosquitoes. “ This is a great opportunity for all caregivers to have their children from the age of 9 months vaccinated and for other individuals...

Buhari urged Nigerians to be united so that the country will emerge from its present challenges. President Muhammadu Buhari has told Nigerians that the nation must show commitment towards real change to improve the nation's fortunes. The president said this during his Independence Day speech early on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, to commemorate Nigeria's independence from British colonialists in 1960. The 76-year-old said Nigerians must rededicate themselves to becoming a united and prosperous nation in the 21st century. He then reiterated a point he made in his 2015 Independence Day speech about Nigerians being law-abiding citizens to bring about real change. He said, "In the past four years, the majority of Nigerians have committed to change for the better.  "Indeed, this administration was re-elected by Nigerians on a mandate to deliver positive and enduring change – through maintaining our national security; restoring sustainable and inclusive economic growth an...

This video is very good. Artist:  Wizkid Song Title : Joro Genre : Afrobeats Album:  Made In Lagos Date of release : September 30, 2019 Label : Starboy/RCA/Sony Producer : Pheelz Video Director:   Details/Takeaway: Within the space of three weeks, Nigerian singer, Wizkid has released his second single. 'Joro' was first announced in May, 2019. But after weeks of protraction and postponement, fans finally have it. You can watch the video below; WizKid - Joro (Official Video) ridoola.blogspot.com

We review the performances of the Nigerian players in Europe and other parts of the world this weekend.  It was another weekend of football across Europe with a host of Nigerian players involved.  Some notable performances include Jamilu Collins who scored a fantastic volley for his side against Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and Wilfred Ndidi who added a goal to his solid performance for Leicester City .  We review the performances of the Nigerian players in Europe and other parts of the world this weekend.  In England Alex Iwobi was in action for Everton who got beaten 3-1 at home by reigning champions Manchester City . Although he started from the bench, Iwobi was called into action as early as the seventh minute when he came on for Theo Walcott .  The Nigerian had a hand in Everton’s goal in the 33rd minute, squeezing the ball to Séamus Coleman whose chip over Manchester City goalkeeper was headed in by Dominic Calvert-Lewin. He was taken out i...

Pastor Bakare says when he becomes Nigeria's president in 2023, he'd be leaving Aso Rock to his church to preach. Pastor Tunde Bakare of the Latter Rain Assembly has doubled down on his prophecy that he will emerge Nigeria’s 16th president—right after President Muhammadu Buhari exits the throne in May of 2023. Clips of Bakare declaring himself Nigeria’s next president went viral last week and the pastor clarified that the pronouncement wasn’t recent, while questioning the intentions of the persons who went digging and exhumed a sermon that is one year, seven months old. Pastor Tunde Bakare often preaches about politics and issues of governance (Punch) “It was mischief makers that took it from one year, seven months and then there was a publication in Tribune on Saturday and they circulated the thing on Sunday; even baba, Kabiyesi Awujale said, ‘Ah, ah, the great pastor, you made this declaration and I don’t know anything about it?’ and I said, ‘Baba, it’s not true’. ...

Sowore was arraigned in court on Monday and was involved in a physical struggle with DSS agents. Former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, was involved in a physical struggle with officials of the Department of State Services (DSS) when he was arraigned in court on Monday, September 30, 2019. Sowore  was arrested  by the DSS on August 3 for calling for nationwide protests, tagged RevolutionNow, against the  President Muhammadu Buhari -led government. The DSS accused the Sahara Reporters founder of plotting with foreign interests to overthrow the Buhari government that was re-elected in February. Despite a court order  to release him  last week, the secret police failed to obey, and then arraigned him at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday. Sowore was arraigned on a seven-count charge alongside one Olawale Bakare , but both accused pleaded not guilty to the charges. While being escorted out of the court premises after his plea, the activist brok...

Sowore said he's happy that people are staying strong and is convinced a revolution will still happen. Former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, insists that a revolution will happen in the country when he was arraigned on charges of treasonable felony and money laundering on Monday, September 30, 2019. Sowore was arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) on August 3 for calling for nationwide protests, tagged RevolutionNow, against the President Muhammadu Buhari -led government. The DSS accused the Sahara Reporters founder of plotting with foreign interests to overthrow the Buhari government that was re-elected in February. Despite a court order to release him last week, the secret police failed to obey, and then arraigned him at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday. While narrating his ordeal in detention, according to Sahara Reporters, Sowore said he's happy that people are staying strong. He said he remains convinced that a people's revolution...

The Future of Work – this has been a trending topic for the past 3 years, with many predictions and expert reviews on the subject. Some experts believe that the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence in our workplace may affect people’s jobs. Some believe that technology will only replace tasks and not jobs. Either way, these key factors will reshape the future of work: artificial intelligence, globalisation and digital education. Joe McKendrick , a Forbes contributor noted in 2018 that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace tasks, not Jobs. He further suggested that instead of worrying about job losses, company executives should help reduce jobs in which AI and machine learning can do. Therefore, humans should spend more time with higher-level tasks. Whether we believe that technology advancement will increase the labour force or will decrease it, the future is already here. For instance, businesses today are beginning to adopt AI to enhance productivity. Various rep...

Tacha has become one of the most talked about celebrities since the inception of reality TV in Nigeria with everyone having a diverse opinion about her personality. Whether we like it or not, Tacha is going to be in our faces for a long time to come and you all have to get used to it or maybe look away. Reality TV shows are known for birthing two sets of people; the ones who go into extinction almost immediately after the show ends and those who will forever remain in the spotlight ( Ebuka , Timi Dakolo , Gideon Okeke , Omawumi and Chidinma , to mention a few). Given by this calculation and recent events, Tacha who just got disqualified from the Big Brother Naija house joins the latter. I know a lot of people will come for me because of the title of this piece but before you take out your pistol, maybe you should understand why this is nothing but the gospel truth. The entertainment world isn't an entirely formal sector as it mixed with all different kinds of people. The mom...

Tacha has etched her name in the book of history as one of the most talked-about ex-housemates during her 89 days stay in the BBNaija 2019 house. Since her disqualification on Friday night, September 27, 2019 - following an altercation with a fellow and equally popular housemate, Mercy - fans and viewers kept wondering the rationale behind Biggie’s decision. Tacha describes herself as an individual, who has always wanted to be on Big Brother Naija. Hence, the spunky 24-year-old indigene of Rivers State was willing to give it all it takes to ensure she maintains the spotlight all through. Determined to make it to the end of the show with the slogan, ‘No leave, no transfer,’ Tacha lived her life in the house with a favourite quote from Cardi B, “ Do no harm but take no mess ”.  ALSO READ : From her first week till her 13th week in the BBNaija house, Tacha made it clear that she hates gossip mongers with a passion and prefers she’s approached and sort out whatever misrepresentatio...

Five hundred schools in the United Kingdom are expected to be supplied with educational resource packs including a Science Set, made by Ghanaian startup, Dext Technology Limited. The move is a collaboration between the Ghanaian company and the Royal Academy of Engineering with support from Shell Centenary Scholarship Fund and Global Challenges Research Fund. The Science Set is a practical science laboratory that has been made to fit in students’ bags and on the desks to enhance the understanding of science courses. It is called the Resource Box. One major aim of the Resource Box is to help build the capacity of students’ creativity and introduce them to a problem-solving approach as well as innovation for education in basic schools. It will also be used to teach students about smart homes, green energy, electronics, and vertical farming. What is in the Resource Box? The box contains two Dext Science Sets, a supercapacitor, solar panels, materials for building a robot car, motors,...

If you think you have to splurge thousands of dollars on designer outfits to look outstanding then think again. Not that I have anything against them, but you can, by all means, look your best without giving up an arm or a leg. The secrets to being well dressed are not far-fetched and definitely not rocket science either. They include but not limited to; finding your perfect personal style, reviewing what you have in your closet to see what needs to be added or discarded, then most importantly, mastering the art of perfect colour matching and only wearing right fitting clothes and shoes.  I cannot stress enough how colour matching and sizing could make or mar an outfit. For example, brown and black, green and pink, purple and yellow are colours that should never be worn together except of course you are going to be performing at a circus! LOL. Also, never wear oversized coats or pants that fold over at the bottom. Don’t do it! How to look your best at your next event without br...

The DSS says the journalist was not arrested but was engaged in an interaction on the danger his shirt posed. Chido Onumah, a Nigerian journalist and rights activist, says he was arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) for wearing a T-shirt with the inscription, "We Are All Biafrans". Onumah was arrested at the Nnamdi Azikwe Airport in Abuja on Sunday, September 29, 2019, and detained for five hours by the secret police. While speaking on his ordeal, Onumah said the agency described the inscription on his shirt as capable of causing disaffection in the country. "They said some people had issues and had contacted them (DSS) whether I was a part of a group that was planning against the country," he said. Biafra is the name of a proposed secessionist country made up of states in the southeast area of the country who have for years protested the mistreatment of the region. The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a popular pro-Biafra group...

Mr John Adeleke , the Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Internal Revenue Service, gave the assurance while addressing newsmen in Ibadan on Sunday. The Oyo State Government has assured the people of the state that it will not increase tax on business enterprises to boost Internally Generated Revenue (IGR). Mr John Adeleke , the Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Internal Revenue Service, gave the assurance while addressing newsmen in Ibadan on Sunday. According to Adeleke, Gov. Seyi Makinde is a people friendly governor and would show empathy in his dealings on all issues. He said the government was working assiduously to capture other areas that had not been explored to generate more revenue. ”A culture of efficient and leak-proof collection in all areas of revenue would be put in place. “Instead of tax increment, we are emphasising efficient collection of existing revenue and we are bringing our informal sector into the tax net. “The good performance of Gov. Makinde has als...

This is his third single of 2019. Date : September 29, 2019 Song Title : Karma Artist : Mr. P (of P Square) Genre : Afrobeats Producer : TBA Album : TBA Video Director : Peter Okoye Details/Takeaway: The video mimics Cambodian fashion and martial arts impressions. You can watch the video below; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHARDJMFjjM ridoola.blogspot.com

Brig.-Gen. AK Ibrahim , the Acting General Officer Commanding (GOC) 7 Division, made the disclosure while parading the suspect at the Gubio Super Camp in Maiduguri. The Nigerian Army on Sunday arrested a suspected Boko Haram insurgents’ logistic supplier and seized a car stacked with motorcycle used tyres in Borno. Brig.-Gen. AK Ibrahim , the Acting General Officer Commanding (GOC) 7 Division, made the disclosure while parading the suspect at the Gubio Super Camp in Maiduguri. Ibrahim disclosed that the suspect, Samuel Chukwudi , was arrested on Sept. 27, by a joint team of troops of Operation Lafiya Dole (OPLD) and personnel of the Nigeria Custom Service (NCS), while travelling along Baga-Monguno Road. He said that the troops seized items which included a car, 136 used motorcycle tyres, 200 new tubes and a number of rubber gum. “The arrest is based on the subsisting ban on motorcycle in the theater of operation due to the security challenges. “We know that the insurgent...

President Buhari ’s congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina on Sunday, in Abuja. President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated Gov. Gboyega Oyetola of Osun on the occasion of his 65th birthday. President Buhari ’s congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina on Sunday, in Abuja. The president joined the Oyetola family, friends and people of goodwill in wishing the governor good health, sound mind and more years of purposeful and visionary leadership for the people of Osun. He commended the governor for his determination to improve infrastructure and social services as well as human and capital development in the state. Buhari urged Oyetola to ensure the execution of all the programmes of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and fulfil his campaign promises to the electorate. The president enjoined the governor to use the s...

Ayo Osinlu , Head, Media and Public Relations of the scheme made this known in a statement in Abuja, adding that the discovery of the fraud operations led to the arrest of two persons. National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), on Sunday, dismissed allegations that the organisation’s account was hacked for fraudulent operation by staff of Clearline International Limited, a Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO). Ayo Osinlu , Head, Media and Public Relations of the scheme made this known in a statement in Abuja, adding that the discovery of the fraud operations led to the arrest of two persons. He stated that one of the two persons arrested following the fraud allegation was a staff of Clearline International Limited. He noted that “ the discovery of fraud in the operations of one of the Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO), Clearline International Limited, led to the arrest of two persons, one of whom a staff of the HMO concerned. “This has come to the attention of the National Heal...

Rev Istifanus Koce of ECWA Good News Church, Kuje, FCT, on Sunday said that Nigeria’s problems were unrelenting because Nigerians were not prayerful. “ Nigeria’s problems keep getting worse because we do not pray fervently. We must pray for our country and its leaders,” Koce said at the inauguration of new executive officers to pilot the affairs of the Church in the next six years. “Christians must pray more. We should not be tired of begging God to intervene in our situation. God knows what we are going through, but we must pray for grace and mercy,” he said. Koce charged Christians to be dedicated to their duties towards the growth and development of the Church, urging them to shun evil and embrace righteousness. He said that Nigerians could only attract God’s blessings if they kept their hearts pure and free of wickedness. The new Church officials included Elder Festus Adamu , Secretary, Ishaku Yakubu , Welfare, Paul Sunday , Works officer and Naroka Bako , officer in charge ...

Osinbajo was speaking at the Interdenominational Church Service held on Sunday at the National Christian Centre, Abuja in commemoration of Nigeria’s 59th Independence. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says God who controls destinies of nations has promised a new, peaceful and prosperous Nigeria as it turns 59 on Oct. 1. Osinbajo was speaking at the Interdenominational Church Service held on Sunday at the National Christian Centre, Abuja in commemoration of Nigeria’s 59th Independence. The vice president was accompanied to the service by his wife, Dolapo Osinbajo . The theme of the service is “ Peaceful Coexistence for National Growth and Development ”. “ God had promised through the mouths of his trusted prophets that he is giving us a new Nigeria. “May I announce to you that God is ready to take us into the Promised Land, the new Nigeria. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and wife, Dolapo Osinbajo, Former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, Boss Mustapha, Secretary to the Government of the ...

Atiku Abubakar says Nigerians must defend the nation's constitution from tyranny. Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has called on Nigerians to worker harder for the betterment of the country due to challenges the country still faces 59 years after independence. In a statement signed by the former presidential candidate on Monday, September 30, 2019, he said Nigeria's judiciary is under attack and lacks a free press, while youths and activists are also being intimidated from speaking up. He said, "All is not well when judges are persecuted for enforcing the constitutionally guaranteed fundamental human rights of Nigerian citizens.  "All is not well when Nigeria is now officially the world headquarters for extreme poverty and out of school children, yet the cost of maintaining those in government continues to grow, while the needs of the governed are not being met.  "And certainly, all is not well when the media cannot freely express itself without the fear...

The former governor made the call shortly after being honoured by the Catholic Archdiocese of Ibadan on Sunday. A former Governor of Oyo State, Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, has called for sacrifice on the parts of the leaders and the citizens towards ensuring the development of the country. The former governor made the call shortly after being honoured by the Catholic Archdiocese of Ibadan on Sunday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the former governor was among those who bagged meritorious award at a ceremony held at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Oke Padre in Ibadan. NAN also reports that the award was part of activities marking the 70th birthday of Rev. Gabriel Abegunrin , the Bishop of the Archdiocese. “I think it is good for us to work for the development of this country. We must all make sacrifice so that this country can move forward,” he said. When asked to assess his successor, Gov. Seyi Makinde , who recently marked his 100 days in office, Ajimobi said that it was too...

Mr Fidet Okhiria, Managing Director, Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), says the Abuja-Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) generates an average of N100 million monthly. Okhiria disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja. According to him, it is quite impressive. I can tell you as we speak we have over N100 million a month on the Kaduna-Abuja. “I don’t have the figure off head but all I know is that we are averaging over hundred million,” Okhiria said. The NRC boss expressed satisfaction with the increased turnout of passenger at the AKTS, adding that government was making efforts to address the passenger surge on the train line. Mr Fidet Okhiria, Managing Director, Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) [Chronicle] He said: "We are happy with the turnout of people and as I said earlier, once we have the coaches and we start rolling a train every hour, the pressure will come down. “Like I told the Minister, i...