Author: Tobi Oluwaseun Adesanya
Trump is scheduled to address supporters in Georgia, a state that proved pivotal in the previous election and remains a strong focus for his campaign strategy. His visit underscores the importance of mobilizing Republican voters in traditionally red regions, where he aims to regain momentum. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris is campaigning in Michigan, where she aims to bolster support among key voter groups. Michigan, a state with a diverse electorate, is critical for Democrats hoping to secure a strong turnout, particularly among young voters and minority groups who supported the Biden-Harris ticket in 2020. Polling Data Reflects Tight Competition…
Professor Nenibarini Zabbey, the current Director-General of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP), has played a key role in revitalizing efforts to restore Ogoniland, a region deeply affected by decades of oil pollution. With a background in environmental biology and a focus on ecological restoration, Zabbey has taken a data-driven, holistic approach to environmental cleanup, social rehabilitation, and sustainable livelihood programs. Under his leadership, HYPREP has made significant strides in remediating polluted lands and improving water quality, leading to tangible improvements across several Ogoni communities. He emphasizes the importance of integrating local knowledge with modern technologies to ensure that the…
Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon killed at least 19 people and injured 108 others on Friday, as reported by Lebanon’s health ministry on Saturday. The attacks form part of a recent surge in Israeli operations targeting Hezbollah positions and other locations in Lebanon since mid-September. Since Israel intensified its offensive against Hezbollah on September 16, casualties have sharply increased. A CNN tally of health ministry figures estimates that at least 1,972 people have died and over 10,000 have been injured in the ongoing conflict, highlighting the human toll and escalating violence in the region. Escalating Conflict and Humanitarian Impact The recent…
In a significant development, dozens of Israeli aircraft, including fighter jets, refuelers, and spy planes, conducted airstrikes on Iran early Saturday. The strikes, reportedly reaching targets approximately 1,600 kilometers (about 994 miles) from Israel, were confirmed by Lt. Col. Nadav Shoshani, spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Although Shoshani confirmed the operation to CNN, he refrained from providing further details, including whether Israeli jets entered Iranian airspace. This incident underscores heightened regional tensions and comes amid longstanding hostilities between Israel and Iran. A Strategic Show of Force The reported airstrikes mark a significant escalation in Israel’s efforts to counter…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that four key players will be unavailable for their upcoming Premier League fixture against Southampton this weekend. Kevin De Bruyne, Kyle Walker, Jeremy Doku, and Jack Grealish are all set to miss the match due to injuries. De Bruyne, City’s star midfielder, remains sidelined with a groin injury sustained during their Champions League draw with Inter Milan last month. His absence has been a significant blow to City’s midfield dynamics. Walker, Doku, and Grealish also remain out, further limiting Guardiola’s options as City looks to maintain their position in the league standings. Guardiola…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled plans to construct a dam in Dura, located in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State, as a strategic measure to curb the recurrent flooding caused by the overflow of the River Katsina-Ala. This announcement was made by the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Joseph Utsev, during a visit to assess the impact of recent floods in the region. The Minister, represented by Robert Umezulike, the Deputy Director of Hydrology at the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, led a delegation to the flood-affected areas along the Makurdi-Katsina Ala highway.…
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) recently demonstrated its commitment to empowering Nigerian businesses by participating in the two-day AGOA Workshop, organized by USAID Nigeria and Prosper Africa. This workshop, targeting export-ready businesses, focused on maximizing opportunities under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a trade agreement that allows duty-free exports to the United States. During the workshop, which was attended by various stakeholders, the Director-General/CEO of SMEDAN, Charles Odii, highlighted the importance of the AGOA agreement for Nigeria’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). “The workshop aligns with our ongoing #GROWNigerian strategy,” Odii stated. He…
The Joint Health Sectors Union (JOHESU) and the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations (AHPA) have announced a seven-day nationwide warning strike set to begin at midnight on Friday, October 25, 2024. The strike decision was disclosed by JOHESU’s National President, Kabiru Minjibir, following an expanded National Executive Council (NEC) hybrid meeting held in Abuja. Minjibir expressed frustration over the federal government’s lack of response to critical issues affecting healthcare workers. Despite repeated meetings and assurances from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), the unions stated that key demands remain unmet. Unresolved Issues and Worker Frustrations The unresolved issues leading to…
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has reiterated the Nigerian Army’s dedication to bolstering national food security, in alignment with President Bola Tinubu’s directive. Under Lagbaja’s leadership, the Army is turning its focus to agricultural initiatives as a means to support food security and ensure long-term national stability. This initiative was highlighted at the recent Nigerian Army Farms and Ranches Limited (NAFARL) training workshop held in Abuja. Speaking at the workshop, themed “Attaining Peace through Food Security: Nigeria Army Farms and Ranches Limited Perspective,” Lagbaja emphasized the Army’s commitment to agriculture. The workshop is part of the…
Nigerian Breweries has reported a significant surge in foreign exchange (FX) losses, reaching N160.48 billion by the end of the third quarter of 2024, as detailed in its unaudited financial results filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Wednesday. The company, one of the country’s largest brewers, experienced an 85% increase in FX losses year-over-year, rising from N86.83 billion in September 2023. According to the report, Nigerian Breweries incurred an additional FX loss of N48.21 billion in the last quarter alone, underscoring the financial impact of ongoing currency volatility. These growing losses reflect the challenging economic environment facing many Nigerian…