Fuji maestro, King Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has explained the reasons for his performance at the wedding ceremony of the daughter of renowned Nigerian Sheikh, Faruq Onikijipa, on the same day he lost his mother. Tribune Online reports that the music icon lost his mother, Alhaja Halimot Shadiya Anifowoshe, who died at the age of 105 on Saturday. Shortly after burying his late mother in Ijebu, Ogun State, earlier in the day, the Fuji star made his way to the wedding, which took place at Balmoral,…
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‘Denied admission by UNILAG and UNIJOS,’ Adelanke Ayobami shares grass to grace secret of success in this no-holds-bared interview with Platforms Africa’s Ganiyu Amodu. Excerpts; What kept you motivated throughout your studies? After I was denied admission two times by the university of Lagos and once at University of Jos, before finally getting admitted into FUTA, I told myself right from the start that I was going to make sure I finish with a first-class and this goal kept me motivated. Also, my late parents were a constant source…
Read MoreTCN Records Attacks On 18 Transmission Towers In Five Days
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has recorded destruction of over 18 transmission towers between January 9 and 14, 2025, in Rivers, Abia, and Kano States. Ndidi Mbah, the company’s image-maker, in a statement quoted Engr. Emmanuel Okpa, to have disclosed that routine inspections uncovered significant damage to multiple towers, with specific incidents including the removal of structural components and bolts in Abia State. According to the statement, TCN’s operations face challenges due to these acts, prompting calls for community support to protect critical infrastructure. The company emphasized the need…
Read MoreFMAFS Partners NIMC To Enroll Farmers On G2P Card Project
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) in collaboration with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), have ntroduced the National Identity Number (NIN) enabled farmer registry and Government 2 people (G2P) card initiative. The project is designed to address the Federal Ministry’s immediate challenges of identity and authentication, required to deliver government services efficiently and accurately. According to a joint statement released by both agencies, the initiative aligns with the government’s commitment in improving transparency, efficiency and ensuring inclusivity under the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, of which food…
Read MoreCelestial Church Prophet Shot, Axed To Death During Service
A Prophet with the Celestial Church of Christ, Eagle Parish, Idiroko, Ogun State, Yomi Adetula, has been shot and axed to death during a service on Sunday (today). The killing, according to available information, was carried out before 10:30am by three men bearing a double barrel gun and axe. After aiming the double barrel gun at Adetula, who fell down immediately, the three men followed it up by applying the axe on him to ensure he died. It was gathered that the three men then fled towards the border area…
Read MorePortable: Late Alaafin’s Daughter Accuses Queen Dami Of Paternity Fraud
Adeyemi Adebisi Aminat, the daughter of the late Alaafin of Oyo, has accused her father’s ex-wife, Queen Dami, of paternity fraud. Aminat made the allegation amid Queen Dami’s online drama with controversial singer, Portable. Speaking in a series of posts on Instagram, Adebisi accused Dami of hypocrisy, stating that Dami is uncertain about the father of her child with the late king. READ ALSO: ‘Strengthening Infrastructure,’ NNPC To Fix Pipelines, Depots In ‘2 to 3 Years’ – Soneye Tax Reform Bills: TETFund Different From NELFund, ASUU Tells Tinubu CNN/Multichoice African Journalist…
Read More13 Facts About Olumide Adeosun, Eterna Plc’s New MD/CEO
The Board of Directors of Eterna Plc has appointed Mr. Olumide Adeosun as the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Eterna Plc. According to a statement issued on Thursday by David Edet, the Company’s Secretary/Legal Adviser, the appointment will take effect on February 3, 2025. The Board commends the outgoing MD/CEO, Mr. Abiola Lawal, who has resigned from the company, effective January 31, 2025, for his significant contributions and exemplary leadership during his tenure. ‘Strengthening Infrastructure,’ NNPC To Fix Pipelines, Depots In ‘2 to 3 Years’ – Soneye 3-1: How Brighton…
Read More‘Strengthening Infrastructure,’ NNPC To Fix Pipelines, Depots In ‘2 to 3 Years’ – Soneye
. How We Achieved Cost-Effective Funding Model For Ongoing Rehabilitation Of Depots, Pipelines, NNPC Ltd spokesman gives details The Chief Corporate Communications Officer (CCCO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Olufemi Soneye, has stated that the company has commenced rehabilitation of pipelines and depots to strengthen the country’s energy infrastructure for long term benefits. He stated this in an interview on Sunday, noting that the ongoing rehabilitation project, which is expected to be completed within 2 to 3 years, would resolve longstanding challenges in petroleum distribution.…
Read More3-1: How Brighton Disgraced Man U At Old Trafford
Manchester United suffered another miserable home defeat as they were beaten 3-1 by Brighton at Old Trafford. ‘50% Or Nothing,’ Trump Wants US To Co-Own TikTok Meet Russ Cook, Man Who Ran The Entire Length Of Africa Yankuba Minteh’s early goal put the Seagulls ahead and though Bruno Fernandes levelled it up before the break from the penalty spot, second-half goals from Kaoru Mitoma and Georginio Rutter deservedly took the game away Ruben Amorim’s side. Platforms Africa
Read MoreTax Reform Bills: TETFund Different From NELFund, ASUU Tells Tinubu
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Lagos Zone, has said there is a world of difference between the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, TETFund and the Nigeria Education Loan Fund, NELFund, and therefore the administration of President Bola Tinubu should not kill the former for the latter. The Zonal Coordinator, Prof. Adelaja Odukoya, stated this while briefing the press in Lagos on the Tax Reform Bills before the National Assembly and how they affect the education sector. He added that lecturers would do everything possible to ensure that TETFund is…
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