Author: Aminu Ridwan

  On Wednesday, National Agency  for Food and Drug Administration Control (NAFDAC), alongside with standard Organisation of Nigeria( SON) warned food producers and suppliers against flooding substandard products into the nation’s markets. The General Director of SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Okereke stated this during a one-day stakeholder workshop tagged, “Growing Businesses Through Standardization” in Abakaliki. Okereke, in his statement, said that substandard items are not good for a growing economy. Mrs Talutu Athan ,Director of Cooperate Affairs in the department of SON, who happens to represent Okereke , said the workshop was aimed at strengthening and deepening stakeholders/operators’ knowledge, understanding, and…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his willingness to welcome the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, into the All Progressives Congress (APC) should he choose to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Tinubu made the remarks on Wednesday during the commissioning of the Arterial Road N16 and other infrastructure projects in the Katampe District of Abuja. Commending Wike’s performance in office, the President lauded his leadership qualities and playfully referenced the former Rivers State governor’s popular political slogan. “Nyesom Wike is not yet a member of my party (APC), but the day he decides to…

The Federal Government has announced the cancellation of the traditional military parade earlier scheduled to mark the 26th Democracy Day celebration on Thursday, June 12, 2025. According to a statement released Wednesday by Abdulhakeem Adeoye from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), the parade—previously expected to hold at the Presidential Villa—will no longer take place. Instead, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will address the nation in a live broadcast at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday. Later in the day, he is also scheduled to attend a special joint session of the National Assembly at 12 noon.…

Posters of renowned Ibadan-based broadcaster, Dr. Hamzat Oriyomi, have appeared across major streets in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, sparking speculation about his possible entry into the 2027 general elections. The posters, boldly captioned “2027 Oyo n pe o” (Oyo is calling you), feature a striking image of the veteran Yoruba broadcaster in black, though they give no indication of the specific political office he may be vying for. The development has triggered widespread public interest, particularly among supporters who have continued to rally behind the founder of Agidigbo FM.In a video shared by one of his support groups on Wednesday,…

The Kwara State Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development has commenced online registration for the 2025 Common Entrance Examination into Public Junior Secondary Schools across the state. In a statement issued by the Ministry, the registration exercise is scheduled to run from Wednesday, June 11 to Monday, June 23, 2025. Interested candidates can access detailed guidelines and complete the process via the official portal: https://placement.kwarastate.gov.ng. The Ministry emphasized that the exercise is entirely free, as it is fully sponsored by the Kwara State Government in alignment with its policy of providing inclusive and tuition-free education. All candidates are to…

KADUNA — A tragic incident occurred in the Rafin Guza area of Kawo, Kaduna, on the evening of June 9, 2025, around 8:00 p.m., resulting in the death of a soldier. According to preliminary reports, a police officer came under attack by suspected hoodlums and sustained stab wounds. Amid the confusion, the officer discharged his firearm, fatally shooting a soldier who was mistakenly identified as one of the assailants. Both men were immediately rushed to the hospital, where the soldier was later confirmed dead. The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Rafin Guza confirmed the incident. Authorities say investigations are ongoing,…

The Borno State Government has donated N300 million to support victims of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa, Niger State. Governor Babagana Umara Zulum announced the donation during a condolence visit to the Niger State Government House in Minna, where he led a delegation from Borno State. He stated that the gesture was aimed at complementing efforts by the Niger State Government in responding to the humanitarian crisis caused by the disaster. While sympathising with the people and government of Niger State over the tragic loss of lives and destruction of property, Governor Zulum stressed the need for sub-national governments…

New Chelsea midfielder Dario Essugo has expressed his ambition to leave a lasting legacy at Stamford Bridge, stating his desire to win major honours and etch his name into the club’s storied history. Speaking on Tuesday, June 10, the 20-year-old reflected on some of his earliest memories of the club, including José Mourinho’s second spell in 2015 and Chelsea’s 2021 UEFA Champions League triumph in Porto — a moment he says left a strong impression on him. “My earliest memories of Chelsea are from when José Mourinho was here in 2015, but the one that stands out most is the…

After weeks of anxiety and disruption, investors on the Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) are expressing relief as trade volumes on the platform have been restored, reviving confidence in the exchange’s digital operations. Users, who had previously been locked out of their accounts, can now access their dashboards and resume trading activities, marking a significant turnaround following a period of uncertainty. CBEX made its debut in 2024, gaining traction with bold claims of delivering 100% returns on investment within 30 days, allegedly powered by AI-driven algorithmic trading. With flashy branding reminiscent of Shanghai fintech firms and the presence of upscale ‘offices’…

Chelsea are working against the clock to finalize two key signings—goalkeeper Mike Maignan from AC Milan and Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens—before the FIFA Club World Cup registration deadline. Talks remain ongoing between Chelsea and Milan over a deal for Maignan, with the Blues eager to bring in a new No.1 under recently appointed manager Enzo Maresca. While Milan are holding out for around £25 million, Chelsea have returned with an improved £15 million bid for the French international, who has just one year remaining on his contract. Maignan is reportedly open to the move, and should a deal be…