Author: Tobi Oluwaseun Adesanya
Rapper Sean Kingston, whose real name is Kisean Anderson, and his mother, Janice Turner, are facing serious legal trouble after being charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and multiple counts of wire fraud by a federal grand jury in Miami. The charges stem from allegations that they orchestrated a scheme to acquire luxury items valued at over $1 million without paying for them in full. The indictment, filed last week and announced by the US Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Florida, outlines a period between April 2023 and March 2024 during which Kingston and his mother allegedly used fraudulent…
In the latest episode of “House of the Dragon,” the HBO series unfolds a complex narrative filled with intrigue, power dynamics, and personal challenges among the Targaryens and their allies. Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen, portrayed by Emma D’Arcy, faces significant hurdles as she mourns losses and strives to lead a fractured faction. Her quest for dragonriders becomes emblematic of her struggle for stability and strength. Despite setbacks within her small council, she finds support in loyal advisors like Corlys Velaryon (Steven Toussaint). Prince Daemon (Matt Smith) grapples with inner turmoil at Harrenhal, haunted by visions and consumed by paranoia. His complex…
President Bola Tinubu has officially launched the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) in the council chamber of the State House. This significant initiative aims to revolutionize the education sector by providing access to education for 1.2 million students. President Tinubu, a staunch advocate for education, recognizes the importance of offering financial support to students who may not have the means to further their education. To kick-start the scheme, he has allocated ₦35 billion, targeting an initial 70,000 applicants, demonstrating his dedication to making education accessible and affordable for all. The NELFund portal has already received over 110,000 loan applications, indicating…
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have become a subject of great interest to the Nigerian government in recent times due to their significant role in boosting local production, consumption, and providing employment opportunities. A major setback faced by SMEs is inadequate access to financing with reasonable rates of interest within Nigeria. Charles Odi, the director-general of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), has been leading efforts to support SMEs and facilitate access to capital for their growth. SMEDAN recently partnered with the Bank of Industry (BOI) and Sterling Bank through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to…
The Nigerian oil and gas sector has experienced significant growth and development under the leadership of Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil). His efforts have propelled the sector towards global leadership. The Minister has called upon the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to finalize 24 pending agreements for the College of Petroleum and Energy Studies in Kaduna State. This institute was founded in 2009 with a focus on offering advanced education opportunities for domestic and international pupils seeking careers within the oil and gas sector. The Minister commended the Fund for awarding 87 contracts to the…
Early Thursday morning, a devastating fire engulfed an apartment building in the southern French city of Nice, claiming the lives of seven individuals, including three children and a teenager. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, considering arson as a possible cause. The blaze erupted in a residential building located in the Les Moulins neighborhood, known for its economic challenges and occasional crime issues. Firefighters responded swiftly after receiving alerts around 2:30 am local time, but despite their efforts, the fire took a tragic toll. Regional prefect Hugues Moutouh indicated that the victims were part of a family believed…
In a decisive move aimed at enhancing road infrastructure, Minister for Works, David Umahi, has announced the abolition of surface dressing on Nigeria’s roads. Umahi emphasized that surface dressing, which involves sealing road surfaces with bitumen and aggregate, was contributing to premature road deterioration by allowing water to penetrate the asphalt shortly after completion. The announcement was made during the inauguration of the 29th meeting of the National Council on Works in Abakaliki, themed ‘Unlocking infrastructural potentials and opportunities as a catalyst for sustainable development under the Renewed Hope Agenda’. Umahi applauded the host governor, Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State,…
The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, has announced the reversion of the minimum age requirement for admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions from 18 years back to 16 years. This decision comes amidst heated protests from various stakeholders during the ongoing policy meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Stakeholders, including Vice Chancellors, Rectors, and other educational bodies, voiced strong opposition to the recent enforcement of 18 years as the minimum age, arguing that it posed undue hardship on candidates who had already written their exams while under 18. They contended that this sudden change was poorly timed…
In a recent development that has sparked significant interest nationwide, the Federal Government and representatives from organised labour have engaged in discussions to potentially raise Nigeria’s minimum wage to N70,000. The talks, which culminated in a meeting between President Bola Tinubu and leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the State House in Abuja, have captured the attention of workers across the country. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, addressed reporters following the meeting, announcing that both the government and labour leaders had reached a consensus on the proposed wage increase.…
The Taraba State Government, under the leadership of Governor Agbu Kefas, has taken a commendable step towards promoting science and technological development in the state. The recent distribution of science kits to secondary schools is a laudable initiative that will provide an enabling environment for students to thrive in the field of science and innovation. With the distribution of 126 science kits to public secondary schools, Governor Kefas has shown a strong commitment to the advancement of science education in the state. The kits, containing items for physics, chemistry, and biology subjects, will aid students in conducting practical experiments and…