Month: April 2025

IGP Makes U-Turn, Withdraws Invitation To Emir Sanusi

Abibat Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has withdrawn the invitation extended to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi. However, Egbetokun has directed the Kano State Command of the force to obtain Sanusi’s statement regarding the incident. The police chief issued the directive through the Force spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi. The Emir had been summoned over an alleged murder during last Sunday’s Sallah festivities in Kano. READ ALSO: Saudi Arabia Bans Visas For 14 Countries Ahead Of Hajj: Why Is India On The List? Obama Slams Trump Over Media Crackdown, Tariffs,…

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FULL LIST: 14 Countries Saudi Slammed Visa Ban On Ahead of Hajj . Why India Is On The List

Abibat Babalola

. Why India Is On The List Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of Umrah, business, and family visit visas for citizens of 14 countries, including India, effective until mid-June 2025, coinciding with the end of the Hajj pilgrimage season. This decision, as per the reports, aims to address overcrowding and safety concerns during Hajj. The Saudi authorities have set April 13, 2025, as the last date for issuing Umrah visas, with no new visas of these types granted to nationals of the affected countries until after Hajj concludes.…

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Obama Slams Trump Over Media Crackdown, Tariffs, Others

Ganiyu Amodu

Former United States President Barack Obama has criticised some recent actions of President Donald Trump, accusing the current administration of clamping down on the media, targeting political opponents, and threatening institutions that promote diversity and free expression. Obama made the remarks during a conversation with Hamilton College President, Steven Tepper, where he expressed concern over what he described as troubling trends under Trump’s leadership. He particularly faulted the White House’s decision to revoke The Associated Press’s access to key West Wing areas after the news agency refused to adopt the…

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NDLEA Arrests 2 Brothers At Lagos Airport With 5kg Cocaine in Suitcases

Abibat Babalola

Operatives of a Special Operations Unit of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested two brothers: John Abugu, 43, and Kenneth Abugu, 31, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA Ikeja, Lagos with 5kilograms cocaine concealed in walls of their suitcases while attempting to board a flight to India. The agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this on Sunday in a statement. Babafemi stated that the two brothers were arrested at the Lagos airport on Thursday 3rd April 2025 following proactive processing of credible intelligence.…

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Nigerian Govt Proposes Two-Year NYSC To Boost Youth Employment

Abibat Babalola

The Federal Government has proposed the extension of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme from one year to two years as part of efforts to deepen skills acquisition and boost youth employment. The proposed extension includes an expansion of the NYSC Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme to better equip corps members with practical skills for job creation and national development. This development was revealed during a courtesy visit by the Director General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, to the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji…

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‘Nigerians To Pay Less For Petrol,’ Oil Price Drops To $65/Barrel

Ganiyu Amodu

There are indications that Nigerians would pay less for the Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol, as the price of Brent dropped to $65 per barrel from $69.90 per barrel in the global market. The price of Brent is used globally to benchmark the prices of other crudes – major feedstocks – and by extension petroleum products prices. Based on checks conducted by Sunday Vanguard, the development was partly fueled by the U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping new tariffs. ‘He Died Weeks After Supporting Late Journalists’…

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‘He Died Weeks After Supporting Late Journalists’ Widows,’ Group Pens Tributes For Oladunjoye

Ganiyu Amodu

Oniroyin Support Initiative Convener, Comrade Olatunde Ayinde Oladunjoye, is dead. Platforms Africa reports that Oladunjoye died on Friday, April 4th, 2025, after a brief illness. He was aged 58. His death was announced via a statement sent to Platforms Africa, signed by the organisation’s Chairman, Olufunke Fadugba, and the Secretary of the Board of Trustees, Adekunle Olayeni. How, When Edwin Clark Will Be Buried, Last Journey Schedule Family Releases For Patriarch ‘13th In History,’ PSG Crowned Ligue 1 Champions NYSC DG Announces Payment Of ₦77,000 Allowance Arrears To Former Corps…

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How, When Edwin Clark Will Be Buried, Last Journey Schedule Family Releases For Patriarch

Ganiyu Amodu

The family of the late elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, has scheduled May 13, 2025, for his burial in Kiagbodo Community, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta. Clark, a former Federal Commissioner for Information, and also a former senator during the Second Republic, was born on May 25, 1927. He died on Feb.17, at the age of 97. Clark’s eldest son, Mr Penaowei, announced the burial date on Saturday at a press briefing held at the family residence in Kiagbodo. While unveiling the funeral arrangements for the former leader of…

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‘13th In History,’ PSG Crowned Ligue 1 Champions

Ganiyu Amodu

Paris Saint-Germain have been confirmed as Ligue 1 champions on Saturday. Luis Enrique’s men beat Angers 1-0 to clinch their fourth straight Ligue 1 title in front of their supporters. The win gave PSG an unassailable lead in the French top flight. Desire Doue netted the only goal as they moved to 74 points with six fixtures left. NYSC DG Announces Payment Of ₦77,000 Allowance Arrears To Former Corps Members God Told Me RCCG Council Will One Day Hold Meetings On The Moon – Adeboye PSG are now 24 points…

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NYSC DG Announces Payment Of ₦77,000 Allowance Arrears To Former Corps Members

Ganiyu Amodu

Brigadier General Olakunle Akinyemi Nafiu, Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has assured that corps members who recently completed their one-year mandatory service will receive arrears of the newly implemented ₦77,000 monthly allowance. Speaking at the Batch A 2025 Pre-Mobilisation Workshop held in Abuja on Thursday, April 3, Nafiu confirmed that the payment of the revised allowance commenced in March, following President Bola Tinubu’s approval and implementation of a new minimum wage structure. “The government is conscious of its promise, and within the budgetary provision, it will…

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