Author: David Great

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the esteemed Islamic scholar, Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello, who passed away at the age of 84. President Tinubu joined the Muslim Ummah in mourning the loss of the revered cleric, whose life was dedicated to serving Allah and humanity. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu highlighted the significant impact Sheikh Bello made during his lifetime, emphasizing his contributions to spiritual growth, peace, and moral guidance. “Sheikh Bello was a cerebral scholar who lived to serve the Almighty Allah…

The ongoing Glo Festival of Joy promo brought elation to many Nigerians on Thursday, with a civil contractor, Ayobami Adejumo, emerging as the proud winner of a brand-new Toyota Prado SUV. The prize-presentation event took place at Gloworld, Adeola Odeku, Victoria Island, Lagos. Ayobami Adejumo, an Osun State indigene residing in Lagos, expressed his disbelief and excitement upon receiving the keys to his new car from the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, who graced the occasion as the Special Guest of Honour. “I still can’t believe it,” said Adejumo. “A call came from Globacom with the news,…

Heavily armed policemen and operatives of the Department of State Service (DSS) have surrounded the Kano Emir’s Palace at Kofar Kudu, restricting movement in and out of the premises. The heightened security is linked to plans by Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II to accompany his newly appointed Wamban Kano, Munir Sanusi, to assume his post as District Head of Bichi. Sources also report that the Bichi Emir’s Palace is under tight security, with armed officers stationed in the area. This development comes amid lingering disputes over the Kano Emirate Council structure. Two weeks ago, the National Chairman of the All Progressives…

The groups for the new-look FIFA Club World Cup to be held next year in the United States, have been revealed with the draw having been conducted on Thursday in Miami, Florida – the same city that will host the opening match on June 15th. In some of the more eye-catching results of the draw, Manchester City were grouped with Juventus while Paris Saint-Germain drew both Atletico Madrid and Botafogo in their group. Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami will feature in Group A alongside FC Porto and Palmeiras while European champions Real Madrid were drawn into Group H with Neymar’s Al…

Renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria and founder of Afe Babalola University, Aare Afe Babalola, has alleged that lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi defamed him in a book published recently. The accusation stems from a Supreme Court judgment involving a land dispute that spanned over two decades. In a petition dated November 19 and addressed to the Ekiti State Commissioner of Police, Adeniran Akinwale, Babalola detailed how his law firm discovered Dele Farotimi’s book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System and the defamatory contents therein. “I write to report the criminal defamation of myself, my law firm Afe Babalola & Co…

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio on Thursday said the Senate has not withdrawn the Tax Reform Bills proposed by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during plenary at the upper chamber, Akpabio said the Senate cannot be bullied or intimidated. Reacting to the point of order raised by a senate leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, Akpabio said the bills are in the interest of Nigerians. According to Akpabio: “The Senate cannot be bullied. Any reform that we are convinced serves the interest of Nigerians will proceed. These bills contain provisions that are in the best interest of the public. “We have not suspended or…

Colombian Finance Minister, Ricardo Bonilla, resigned at the request of President Gustavo Petro after accusations that he turned a blind eye to the bribery of parliamentarians. A former adviser accused Bonilla last week of knowing that lawmakers were being paid off in return for backing key reforms promised by Petro. The attorney general’s office alleges the bribes were paid with $200,000 taken from public funds. Bonilla has maintained his innocence. However, Petro said at a press conference on Wednesday that Bonilla would be replaced by his deputy, Diego Guevara. Landslide in Colombia kills 33 including children Petro told reporters…

Liverpool saw their cushion at the Premier League summit cut to seven points as they squandered a late advantage in a 3-3 draw against Newcastle United. When Sandro Tonali forced a smart stop out of Caoimhin Kelleher in the opening stages at St. James’ Park, Liverpool probably sensed they weren’t in for an easy night. But after weathering an early Newcastle storm, the Reds began to assert their authority on the game, and after Alexis Mac Allister forced an impressive save out of Nick Pope, the Argentinian hit the post from the resulting corner. It was Newcastle’s turn to rattle…

Chelsea continued their impressive Premier League away form as they breezed past 10-man Southampton 5-1, climbing to within seven points of league leaders Liverpool. Following a pre-match lights show at St Mary’s, a much-changed Chelsea side put on a display of their own during an entertaining first half. The visitors raced into a lead with seven minutes on the clock when Axel Disasi’s header helped Enzo Fernandez’s corner over the line. However, having yet to lose a PL game in which they have broken the deadlock, the Blues were pegged back just four minutes later as Kyle Walker-Peters got the…

A Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja on Wednesday, shifted the trial of Mrs Chioma Okoli, charged with allegations bordering on her online commentary on Erisco Foods Limited’s tomato paste, to February 10, 2025. The matter, which was scheduled for hearing, could not proceed due to the FHC New Legal Year event and the ongoing judges’ conference. Justice Peter Lifu, the trial judge, could not sit due to the programme. The matter was fixed for February 10, 2025 for trial. Recall that Okoli was, on May 31, admitted to N5 million bail with two sureties after spending few days in…