By, Onome Jackson Billionaire and philanthropist Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata from Kano has passed away. His death was announced by his PPS, Mustapha Abdullahi Junaid, who wrote, “Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun. Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun. It is with heavy heart that I announce the passing of our beloved father Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata. May Allah grant him Jannatul ...
June, 2025
January, 2025
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13 January
Oyomesi kicks as Makinde presents staff of office to new Alaafin
By Ayoofe Aiyedatiwa Governor Seyi Makinde has presented the Staff of Office to the new Alaafin of Oyo, Abimbola Owoade. The governor made the presentation at his office in Ibadan, the state capital, Agodi, Ibadan, on Monday. Mainwhile the Oyomesi, has come out to say that they are not in agreement with the governor’s stance. They are saying Owoade was ...
December, 2024
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12 December
Popular novel, One Week One Trouble, author, Prof. Anezi dies @ 94
West African first Professor of Dermatology and Renowned Author of the popular novel, One Week One Trouble, Prof. Anezi Okoro died at age 94. His death was confirmed by his family, stated that the great author and physician died in his sleep.
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12 December
Courts bar further printing, sale of Farotimi’s book
By, Ayofe Aiyedatiwa. Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Afe Babalola is leaving no stone unturned in his attempt to clear off and erase things Dele Farotimi wrote about him. In the bid, two Senior Advocates in his Chamber have secured Court orders against further printing , circulation or and sale of the controversial book. A Federal Capital Territory High Court in ...
November, 2024
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28 November
Finland refuses Ekpa’s extradition to Nigeria, set May 2025 for trial
Hope by many that Pro-Biafran agitator, Simon Ekpa, who was arrested in Finland for alleged terrorism-related activities, could face trial in Nigeria has dimmed. Finland, by all indications, has obviously rejected any move towards his extradition to Nigeria . The only thing Federal Governmen of Nigeria can do now is to monitor Ekpa’s trial and legal proceedings in Finland. is ...
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21 November
Dangote returns to US crude purchase generates curiosity
Three months after, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has returned to the purchase of crude oil from the United States..and Industry analyst are wondering. Dangote Refinery had stopped purchasing crude from foreign countries, focusing instead on domestic supply. There are worries that the latest development may be an indication that the naira-for-crude initiative by the Federal Government may have stalled. It’s even ...
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6 November
He’s back to rule America ! Trump wins, Harris’ silent
Donald Trump has declared victory in the US election as he addressed jubilant supporters in Florida. “America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate,” he said to cheering crowds. The Republican has picked up the battleground states of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia, leaving Kamala Harris with only a narrow path to victory Just before Trump began speaking, Fox ...
October, 2024
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9 October
Minister Clarifies on NNPCL Refinery Operations
Minister of state for Petroleum Resources (oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, on Tuesday has adjusted a trending news . News has itthat he charged the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to shelve running of its refineries and take equity in private refineries. He however said“My attention has been drawn to statements made by Engr. Kamoru Busari, Director of Upstream in the ...
September, 2024
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26 September
Tinubu set to sack ministers Oct 1, lobby begins
Indications are rife thatPresident Bola Tinubu is set to rejig his Cabinet.It is now a matter of when, not if he will do it or not. The signs are clear Already, ministers are intensify lobbyingahead of the planned cabinet shake-up in desperate bid to be in the President’s good books and consequently retain their positions. The Presidency on Wednesday stated ...
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23 September
Dangote tells Tinubu; Stop Fuel Subsidy Completely now !, reveals how
The President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has called on the Federal Government to end fuel subsidies completely. Dangote said now is the right time to end fuel subsidies. He said the removal would help determine the actual petrol consumption in the country. Africa’s wealthiest man further noted that ending petrol imports will have a huge ...