Islamic cleric Idris Tenshi has issued a public apology to Remi Tinubu, wife of Nigerian political leader Bola Tinubu, following his controversial remarks calling for her demise. Tenshi’s comments, made during a sermon where he labeled Mrs. Tinubu as an “infidel” and advocated for her killing, sparked widespread condemnation and calls for his prosecution. The cleric’s retraction came swiftly after facing immense backlash from various quarters, including the Muslim Media Watch Group of Nigeria and the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), who demanded his arrest and legal action. Tenshi, acknowledging his error, expressed remorse in…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
In Lagos State, and across Nigeria, members of the Take It Back Movement and the Nigeria labour congress staged a protest against government indifference to the plight of Nigerians after the NLC and representatives of the government led by President Bola Tinubu, failed to reach a resolution during a two-day meeting. The deadlock ensued despite last-minute efforts by Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, to prevent the protest by inviting labour leaders for discussions. The meeting, attended by key government officials including ministers and the Director General of the Department of State Service (DSS),…
US President, Joe Biden, said that he hopes there’ll be a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict by “next Monday,” as the death toll in Gaza approaches 30,000, according to health officials. “Well I hope by the beginning of the weekend, I mean, the end of the weekend,” Biden said after being asked when a ceasefire might start during an appearance on Monday at an ice cream shop in New York City with comedian Seth Meyers. “My national security adviser tells me that we’re close. We’re close, it’s not done yet. And my hope is that by next Monday we’ll have…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration disclosed that 90% of properties in Lagos currently operate without proper building approval. The announcement was made during the deployment of innovative ICT tools to streamline physical planning activities in the state, marking a significant leap towards efficiency and transparency. Governor Sanwo-Olu, represented by Dr. Olajide Babatunde, the Special Adviser on e-GIS and Urban Development, emphasized the administration’s commitment to enhancing the ease of doing business in Lagos. He outlined measures aimed at simplifying the process of obtaining building permits, including online accessibility to the Lagos State Planning Information Centre (LASPIC) for certified true copies…
Amid Venezuela’s ongoing economic turmoil, characterized by hyperinflation and the devaluation of the bolivar, residents have adopted an unprecedented approach to security as the currency’s value hits rock bottom. The once prosperous bolivar has plummeted in value, rendering it virtually worthless and prompting locals to forgo the usual precautions associated with protecting their financial information. Reports from The Times reveal that Venezuelans, grappling with the dire economic situation, have become nonchalant about concealing their PINs while making card transactions. With the currency’s value dwindling to insignificance, security concerns have taken a back seat, as one resident succinctly expressed, “It is…
Abuja is set to host a meeting today with leaders from across West Africa and beyond for the Regional Citizen’s Dialogue Programme (RCDP), aimed at preventing unconstitutional changes of government. Representatives from the European Union, Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), African Union, and various civil society organizations are set to participate. The RCDP, a two-day event held at Reiz Hotel, Abuja, seeks to address growing concerns over recent military coups in West Africa. Prof. Ayo Omatayo, Director General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, emphasizes the urgency, citing threats to democracy amidst economic…
The Nigerian Police have taken decisive action against officers engaged in misconduct, dismissing one officer involved in an alleged extortion case while investigations into similar incidents are ongoing. Inspector Michael Odey has been dismissed following the recommendation of the Rivers State command, upheld by Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), Zone 16, Bayelsa State, Alifa Omata. Odey’s dismissal, effective from February 7th, comes after he, along with Assistant Police Superintendents Doubara Edonyabo and Talent Mungo, were found guilty of extorting $3,000 from two Nigerians. While Odey has been dismissed, the disciplinary process for Edonyabo and Mungo, due to…
An active-duty airman who set himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy on Sunday to protest U.S. support for Israel’s war in Gaza has died, a D.C. police spokesman said Monday morning. The spokesman, Paris Lewbel, confirmed that the man was pronounced dead at a hospital Sunday night. He has been identified as 25-year-old Aaron Bushnell of San Antonio. The incident occurred just before 1 p.m. Sunday in the 3500 block of International Drive NW. A video shared online that multiple officials said appeared to be posted by Bushnell shows him referring to his service in the U.S. armed forces…
Ronna McDaniel, the long-standing chairwoman of the Republican National Committee (RNC), announced her resignation, effective March 8, in the wake of Super Tuesday, according to a statement obtained by ABC News. McDaniel’s departure comes after seven years of steering the GOP through pivotal moments, including the 2020 general election and the 2022 midterm elections. Hand-picked by former President Donald Trump shortly after his 2016 election victory, McDaniel has been a central figure in the party’s leadership. Her resignation is seen as a move to allow the nominee for the 2024 presidential election to select their preferred chair. Trump has already…
The Ogun State Government has commenced a free surgery program for indigent residents in order to alleviate the effects of the prevailing harsh economic conditions. This initiative, spearheaded by the Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Health Insurance Agency, Dr. Afolabi Dosunmu, aims to provide essential medical assistance to those in need. Dr. Dosunmu, speaking at the launch event held at the State Hospital, Ijaye, Abeokuta, stated that the program was a directive from Governor Dapo Abiodun to offer relief to the people during challenging times. He assured residents that hospitals across the state are fully prepared to carry out…
President Bola Tinubu has directed the comprehensive implementation of the long-awaited Oronsaye Report. This was disclosed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, follows Monday’s Federal Executive Council meeting at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. Under the leadership of President Tinubu, various agencies, commissions, and departments are set to undergo significant changes, Mohammed Idris stated addressing the administration’s commitment to streamlining governmental operations for the betterment of Nigeria. A committee, chaired by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Coordination, Mrs. Hadiza Bala-Usman, has been constituted to oversee the mergers, scrapping, and relocations within a tight 12-week…
The Trade Union Congress (TUC), led by President Festus Osifo, has urged the Federal Government to enact a new minimum wage to counterbalance the escalating cost of living, which has reached previously unheard-of levels due to inflationary pressures. Addressing the media in Abuja on Monday, Osifo reiterated the necessity of revising the current minimum wage of N30,000, citing its diminishing value in light of the depreciating naira against the dollar. He emphasized the imperative for the government’s economic team to adopt a more realistic exchange rate policy, aiming for a range of N500 to N800 per dollar, while cracking down…