Author: Tobi Oluwaseun Adesanya
Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya has embarked on an extraordinary challenge to break the Guinness World Record for the longest unbeaten chess marathon, and he’s making remarkable progress. Onakoya’s ambitious quest involves a 58-hour chess marathon, which began on April 17 at 10 am in the heart of New York City’s Times Square and is set to conclude on April 19 at 8 pm. As of Thursday morning, Onakoya shared an update on his progress via his social media account, announcing that he has surpassed the 16-hour mark, with 42 hours still ahead of him. His determination is unwavering as…
Aisha Yesufu, a well-known social critic, has made fun of former Kaduna and Kogi State governors Nasir El-Rufai and Yahaya Bello for their current struggles. In a post on her X account, Yesufu stated that politicians in Nigeria believe their eight years in office will last indefinitely. The statement was made in response to Yahaya Bello’s attempted arrest and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) subsequent declaration of his wanted status for offenses including financial and economic crimes. Bello is sought after in relation to a purported N80.2 billion money laundering case. The Federal High Court in Abuja was…
Due to his ongoing disagreement with the British royal family, Prince Harry has formally relinquished his residency in the country. The US was chosen by the Duke of Sussex to be his principal place of residence. According to Page Six documents, Harry identified the US as his “new country/state usually resident,” which is a significant departure from his prior ties to the UK. The Companies House filing for Harry’s ecotourism company, Travalyst, states that this change in residency took place on June 29, 2023, one day after Harry and Meghan Markle left their UK residence, Frogmore Cottage. The couple’s future…
In the Ojo neighborhood of Lagos, the Lagos State Police Command discovered some bags containing materials thought to be Indian hemp at a pier. In relation to the event, one person was taken into custody. SP Benjamin Hundeyin, a spokesman for the command, told reporters about the development on Friday. He stated that while on morning patrol in the Ajangbadi neighborhood on Wednesday, at approximately 4.30 a.m., detectives from the tactical squad, Ijaniki, discovered the narcotics. The tactical team, according to Hundeyin, followed a single white Mercedes-Benz mini truck to the Ilufe Waterside Jetty at Alaba International, Ojo. He claimed…
Mohammed Bello Adoke, a former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), was cleared of all charges related to money laundering by an Abuja Federal High Court. The Federal High Court, Abuja’s Justice Inyang Ekwo supported Adoke’s “no case” argument against the allegations of money laundering. Adoke and property developer Abubakar Aliyu were prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in 2017 for allegedly laundering around N300 million. The EFCC claimed before Judge Kutigi that the funds were a bribe from the 2011 sale of the oil block by Malabu Oil & Gas Ltd., notwithstanding the agency’s admission before Ekwo…
The former president of the United States, Donald Trump, is on trial in New York City on felony charges pertaining to a 2016 payment of hush money to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. It is the first time in history that a former president of the United States has faced criminal prosecution. Who are the first seven jurors in the criminal prosecution of Donald Trump? In April of last year, Trump entered a not guilty plea to a 34-count indictment that accused him of fabricating business records in relation to a hush money payment made to Daniels by his former…
Charles Odii, the CEO of SMEDAN, is not just an innovative leader but also a true champion for the people of Nigeria. His dedication to creating business opportunities for citizens of his country goes beyond his role as the head of the agency but is also reflected in his personality and actions. Recently, under Charles Odii leadership, SMEDAN organized a textile and garment workshop for fashion designers, providing them with free access for a month. This initiative is a testament to Odii’s commitment to supporting small businesses and creating a conducive environment for their growth. By reducing the cost of…
After claiming to have killed his wife because she had bit his finger during a sexual encounter, a Brazilian man turned himself in to the police. Marcos Paulino reported to the São Paulo Civil Police that during a passionate moment, his 38-year-old wife Tatiéle de Cássia bit one of his fingers on his left hand. He said that since he was angry, he attacked her at their Caconde, municipality house with a kitchen knife after waiting until she dozed off. After his wife bit his finger during a heated sex session, the man fatally stabs her. He fatally stabbed her…
Among the oldest structures in the city, the 17th-century Børsen stunned witnesses as its recognizable dragon spire fell onto the street below. Jakob Engel-Schmidt, the minister of culture, declared that 400 years of Danish cultural legacy had been destroyed. The crowd hurried to save the historical artworks, but it took hours for the fire to be contained. The structure, which dates back to 1625, is located not far from the Folketing, Denmark’s parliament, which is housed in the former Christiansborg castle royal residence. According to Danish media, smoke had forced the closure of Christiansborg’s main gate and the evacuation of…
Charles Odii’s leadership as the Director General of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has been nothing short of remarkable. In just the first 100 days of his tenure, he has achieved significant milestones that have created 15,000 jobs and facilitated over 7 billion naira in funding for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Odii was appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu due to his remarkable contributions to the MSME sector. His extensive experience and passion for empowering small businesses have positioned him as a catalyst for change in Nigeria’s economic landscape. Since assuming office on October…