Israeli forces are pressing forward into the southern city of Rafah amidst escalating tensions in the region, exacerbating fears of a humanitarian crisis as the Gaza hospital system faces imminent collapse. Over the past week, nearly 360,000 Palestinians have fled Rafah following Israeli orders to evacuate civilians. The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees reported this mass exodus on Monday, highlighting the urgency of the situation. While Israel claims these evacuations aim to protect civilians, aid groups argue that there are limited safe havens for displaced individuals. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, speaking on CBS’s “Face the Nation,” warned…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Nigerian Army has apprehended and detained four individuals during a protest against fee hikes at the University of Ibadan (UI). The detained protesters, identified as Aduwo Ayodele, Made Gbadegesin, Olorunfemi Adeyeye, and Nice Linus, were reportedly taken into custody during a demonstration on Monday. According to sources, Adeyeye, who serves as the National Secretary of the African Action Congress, managed to capture a distressing video while inside the Army van. The footage depicts a man in military attire clinging to the vehicle as it speeds towards the Agodi area of Ibadan. Adeyeye conveyed the harrowing experience in a WhatsApp…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has affirmed that interest rates will remain high until inflation is effectively tamed. Speaking to the Financial Times, Cardoso emphasized the implementation of orthodox monetary policies as pivotal in curbing inflationary pressures gripping the nation. “The CBN will persist in employing orthodox measures until we see a significant downturn in inflation,” Cardoso stated firmly, indicating a readiness of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to take actions to rein in the escalating inflation rates. Acknowledging the historical departure from orthodox monetary policies, Cardoso emphasized the need to revert to proven methods to…
NNPC Limited’s upstream subsidiary, NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NNPC E&P Ltd), in collaboration with Natural Oilfield Services Ltd (NOSL), a subsidiary of Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company Ltd (SEEPCO), has initiated oil production at Oil Mining Lease (OML) 13 in Akwa Ibom State. As disclosed by Mr. Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer at NNPC Ltd, production at OML 13 commenced on May 6th, 2024, with an initial output of 6,000 barrels of oil. The partners aim to scale up production to 40,000 barrels per day by May 27th, 2024. Soneye emphasized the historical significance of this…
Amidst the ongoing crisis in Rivers State, the factional Speaker, Victor Oko-Jumbo, leading the Pro-Fubara Assembly, has summoned Commissioner-nominee Danagogo Iboroma for screening and confirmation. This comes in the wake of the recent resignation of Zaccaeus Adangor, the former State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, who declined a reassignment by Governor Siminalayi Fubara. In a letter addressed to Iboroma and released to the press, the factional Clerk, Dr. G.M. Gillis-West, instructed the nominee to appear before the House on Monday at 10 am. The screening is scheduled to take place at the Hallowed Chamber, Rivers State House of Assembly…
Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has reiterated his support for Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, urging him to maintain his dancing spirit while prioritizing the need for infrastructure projects in the state. Obasanjo’s remarks came during the inauguration ceremony of a VIP lodge located within the premises of Osun State Government House in Osogbo. Reflecting on a previous conversation with Adeleke, Obasanjo stressed the importance of not only continuing to dance but also working diligently to enhance the lives of the state’s residents. In a blend of Yoruba and English, Obasanjo expressed, “Some people once despised you, calling you…
Chukwudi A. Igwilo has been selected by the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Europe Chapter, to serve as the Youth Ambassador representing Nigeria’s interests in Switzerland. In an announcement made by Collins Idahosa, the Governor of NYCN Europe, Igwilo’s appointment is seen as a strategic move to harness his expertise and philanthropic spirit for the benefit of Nigerian youths residing in Switzerland. Idahosa praised Igwilo’s dedication to youth development and his notable contributions to society. With an educational background in computer sciences from institutions in Nigeria and abroad, including a Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) degree in IT Project Management,…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC). The agreement, led by Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi, underscores the commitment of both nations to foster bilateral ties and facilitate import-export operations. During a signing ceremony held in Shenzhen, CGC Adeniyi emphasized the importance of strengthening affiliations with China, highlighting the potential benefits for businesses, especially Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria. Adeniyi praised the exponential growth of e-commerce, acknowledging its role in facilitating opportunities for Nigerian companies and…
In preparation for the highly anticipated governorship election in Edo State slated for September 21, the Labour Party (LP) has revealed its strategic move by unveiling its campaign council. Led by Rev. Sam Omede as Director-General and Dr Ehikioya Agboga as Deputy, the council aims to spearhead the party’s campaign efforts effectively. Announced on Saturday at the party’s secretariat in Benin, the unveiling ceremony showcased a carefully selected team comprising notable figures like Sen. Ned Imasuen representing Edo South, and federal constituency representatives Esosa Iyawe and Murphy Osaro Omoruyi from Oredo and Egor/Ikpoba Okha respectively. Mr Kelly…
Israel has told tens of thousands more Palestinians to leave Rafah, as it intensifies military operations in southern Gaza. Flyers dropped from the air and posts on social media told residents in the city’s eastern districts to go to al-Mawasi – a narrow coastal area which Israel calls an “expanded humanitarian zone”. Parts of Rafah where the streets were packed with locals and displaced people just days ago, now look like a ghost town. Israel has said it will proceed with planned operations in Rafah despite the US and other allies warning that a ground offensive could lead…
Rescuers and onlookers cheered and applauded Saturday as a survivor was rescued after 116 hours from underneath the rubble of a collapsed building in South Africa, with the tragedy having killed at least 13. “It is a miracle that we have all been hoping for,” provincial premier Alan Winde said on X. An apartment block under construction in the southern city of George crumbled Monday afternoon while a crew of 81 were on site. “When we went down to the side of the slab we had uncovered, we heard somebody inside and we stopped all the heavy operations,” Colin Deiner,…
President Joseph Boakai of Liberia recently reiterated Liberia’s profound appreciation for Nigeria’s role during the tumultuous civil war era. Welcoming a delegation led by Oba Alexander MacGregor of Orile-Ilawo, Abeokuta, President Boakai, represented by Vice President Jeremiah Koung, emphasized Nigeria’s indispensable support during Liberia’s darkest times. Acknowledging Nigeria’s assistance, particularly through the ECOMOG peacekeeping mission, President Boakai lauded Nigeria’s efforts in restoring peace and stability in Liberia. He expressed admiration for Nigeria’s contributions to peace-building and socio-economic development across Africa, stressing the importance of strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. Oba Alexander MacGregor echoed President Boakai’s sentiments, highlighting the…