Author: Samson Adeyanju Uwala
Former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has lamented over the growing scarcity of people with integrity in today’s world. Osinbajo, also emphasized on the future of open universities as a solution to Africa’s education challenges. The former VP made this remark during the 2024 Matriculation Ceremony of Miva Open University in Abuja on Saturday. According to him, their is a need for alternative education methods, adding that physical universities alone cannot cater to the increasing number of students seeking higher education. He noted, “Every year, more than 1.7 million applicants write the UTME exams conducted by JAMB, and an average of about…
At least three people were critically injured after a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) cylinder vehicle exploded on Wednesday at NIPCO gas station in Aduwawa, Benin City, Edo State. The incident was confirmed by the spokesperson for the Edo State Police Command, Moses Joel Yamu, who spoke to Peoples Gazette on Thursday. According to Yamu, the victims of the explosion were employees of the gas station. “It’s an Audi car whose CNG cylinder exploded at Nipco filling station. Injured three persons who are currently responding to treatment at UBTH,” Yamu said in his statement. The explosion occurred when the driver of…
Wife of the Ogun State Governor, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun has called for immediate action to amplify girls’ voices, towards ensuring their protection, respect and empowerment. Mrs. Abiodun made the call during the year 2024 International Day of the Girl-Child, with the theme, “Girls’ Vision For the Future”, at June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta. She said it was imperative to support the cause of the girl-child to secure her future, in line with this year’s theme, stressing that the female gender should not be deprived of access to education, health care and protection against violence. The wife of the Governor…
Police in Niger State have confirmed the death of a yet-to-be-identified man after having an alleged marathon sex with a lady at the Paiko Local Government Area lodge in the state. Spokesman of the police in the state, SP Wasi’u Abiodun, confirmed the incident in a statement on Thursday. Abiodun said the incident is being investigated pending the completion of a medical autopsy. He added that there are ongoing efforts to locate his relatives for necessary arrangements, as no family member has been reached because he had no phone on him or any other means of identification. According to the…
The Owu Kingdom in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has been thrown into mourning following the passing of one of its esteemed leaders, Chief Raobil Isola Akinsipo, the Akogun of Owu Kingdom. Chief Akinsipo, on Tuesday passed away at 69 years, and was laid to rest the same day in accordance with Islamic customs. In a statement signed by Chief Dr. Abiodun Lasile, Orunto of Owu Kingdom, and issued on behalf of the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Alayeluwa Oba Prof. Saka Matemilola, Oluyalo Otileta VII, the kingdom paid tribute to Chief Akinsipo’s life and legacy. Describing him as a distinguished leader who…
The Onibudo of Ayetoro-Budo Ota, in Ado-Odo Ota local government of Ogun state, Oba Adewunmi Adeniji Odutala has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi on his celebration of 50th birthday. Oba Odutala said the 50th birthday celebration of the Ooni of Ife is a significant event that resonates deeply within the hearts of many. According to Oba Odutala, Ooni as one of the most revered traditional rulers in Nigeria, has played a crucial role in promoting culture, unity, and progress in the Yoruba land and beyond. He added that, the Ooni has been a beacon…
Founder of the Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel), Bishop David Oyedepo, has urged critics to refrain from questioning the church’s decisions regarding the retirement of its pastors. The cleric faced criticism on social media after reports emerged last week that his two vice presidents, Bishops Thomas Aremu and David Abioye, would be retiring after serving three and four decades in the ministry. It was gathered that their retirement is in line with the operational guidelines of the church, also known as The Mandate, which serves as the church’s constitution. Reacting while delivering his sermon at the valedictory service for Bishop…
The National Electricity grid has collapsed again on Monday evening. The grid collapsed at about 6:18 pm on Monday, leaving the masses in darkness. This is about the fifth time the grid would be collapsing in 2024. Checks by our correspondent showed that power generation dropped from 3.87 gigawatts at 5 pm to 3.56GW at 6 pm and 0.00GW at 7 pm and 8 pm. In a statement by the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, confirmed the grid collapse in a statement on Monday evening. The EEDC informed its customers “of a general system collapse that occurred at 18:48 hours today,…
The Ogun State Government under the under the leadership of Prince Dapo Abiodun, as approved the sum of ₦77,000 as Minimum wage payment for the least worker in the state just as the payment takes immediate effect. This decision took place after a meeting of the State Government led by the Secretary to Ogun State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi and the leadership of the Organized Labour in Ogun State comprising the Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress and the Joint Negotiating Council (JNC) to discuss the implementation of the new minimum wage. According to Talabi, he said that the meeting was…
President of the Libyan Football Federation, Abdelhakim Al-Shalmani, announced his resignation during a regular meeting of the Federation’s General Assembly. According to The Libya Observer, an English and Arabic online newspaper based in Tripoli, Libya, in a post on Monday via its website, the decision was made on Sunday. Meanwhile, there is growing tension surrounding the treatment of the Nigerian national team ahead of a crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. “I do not want to be part of the failure in Libyan sports,” Al-Shalmani was quoted. Addressing the assembly on Sunday, Al-Shalmani reflected on the challenges faced during his…