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Italian icon Salvatore Schillaci, the top scorer at the 1990 World Cup has died. He was aged 59. Schillaci, better known as ‘Toto’, scored six goals to win the Golden Boot at the 1990 World Cup on home soil. Italy lost in the semi-finals, but Schillaci was also awarded the Golden Ball as the best…

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said it s providing emergency health assistance to victims of flooding in Nigeria. WHO in a statement on Monday, said it has deployed four mobile health teams comprising 20 medical personnel with essential drugs and medical supplies to the affected areas in Maiduguri, the capital of the country’s north-eastern…

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has set 2025 as the year for fast-tracked sugar project development in Nigeria. Executive secretary/CEO, NSDC Kamar Bakrin, made this declaration during a meeting weekend with investors from Uttam Sucrotech International (India), Niger Food Security Systems & Logistics Ltd, and American West African Agro (AWAA). The discussions centred around…

Director General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Binta Adamu Bello has said her administration would construct six victims’ support centres (shelters with skills acquisition facilities) for returned and rescued victims of trafficking in each of the six geopolitical zones of the country to cater for their maximum rehabilitation,…

Recently, Justice Obiora Atuegwu Egwuatu of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to hold governors, their deputies, and others accountable for cases of irregularities that dogged the 2023 elections. The court, in a ruling on a mandamus lawsuit FHC/ABJ/CS/583/2023 brought by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project…

The Nigeria Hydrological Service Agency (NIHSA) has alerted on the planned water releases from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. The director-general of NIHSA, Umar Ibrahim Mohammed, who issued the alert in a press statement on Tuesday, urged States and local government areas situated in riverine areas to heighten their vigilance and implement appropriate preparedness measures…

Two occupants of a Toyota Camry car bearing registration number Delta 01A – 75 DT were on Tuesday shot and fatally wounded along the Old Anwai Road in Asaba, the Delta State’s capital. The incident occurred about 300 metres away to the Government House where the vehicle was headed when it came under attack at…

The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Monday, held its grand finale campaign rally in Benin City, State capital, signaling the climax of its campaign for votes ahead of the forthcoming gubernatorial election slated for Saturday, September 21, 2024. The event attracted thousands of supporters, party leaders, and stakeholders, all demonstrating…

The chief executive officer of Medicaid Cancer Foundation, Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Dicey Scroggins Distinguished Advocate Award. Medicaid Cancer Foundation disclosed this recently on behalf of the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS). “Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu is a true champion for women’s health and a relentless advocate for those facing cancer,”…

Newly appointed Commissioner for the Lagos State Police Command, CP Ishola Olawale on Tuesday assumed office as the 40th Commissioner of Police in the state. CP Olawale took over the reign of the Lagos Police Command from Adegoke Fayode, who was recently promoted to the rank of the Assistant Inspector General of Police and reassigned…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) plans to broaden the application of its digital currency, eNaira, to enable payments into government accounts and allow Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to process vendor and beneficiary payments. This is according to the CBN’s newly released Monetary, Credit, Foreign Trade, and Exchange Policy Guidelines for Fiscal Years 2024-2025…

President Bola Tinubu has assented to the Bill establishing the National Center for the Control of small arms and light weapons (NCCSALW) to curb proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the country. National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu disclosed this on Tuesday at the workshop on gender mainstreaming in preventing the proliferation of…

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has announced a global ban on several Russian state media networks, accusing them of using deceptive tactics to carry out influence operations and evade detection on its platforms. “After careful consideration, we expanded our ongoing enforcement against Russian state media outlets. Rossiya Segodnya, RT, and other…

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) has urged Edo residents to vote for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo, and his running mate, Omorodion Ogie, in the upcoming gubernatorial election slated for Saturday, September 21. At rallies in Igarra, Lampese and Ibillo in Akoko-Edo on Sunday, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan appealed to the Ebira people…

Tragedy struck on Monday when a fatal head-on collision claimed the life of a yet-to-be-identified man on the Third Mainland Bridge, near Ilaje, en route to Iyana-Oworonshoki in Lagos. It was gathered that eight other commuters had varying degrees of injuries in the accident involving two Mazda commercial buses with registration numbers LND 624 YE…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Caucus in the House of Representatives has pledged its support for Senator Monday Okpebholo and Hon. Dennis Idahosa, the party’s candidate and running mate for Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State. The contribution demonstrates the APC Caucus’ strong solidarity and loyalty towards the party’s campaign for this weekend governorship polls….

Troops of Nigerian Army have killed two terrorists and recovered arms and equipment during the gunfire that followed ambush on the insurgents at Kwaga village in Kaduna State. A statement by the Nigerian Army on its social media handle, said troops deployed at Kwaga village of Birnin Gwari local government area of Kaduna State, ambushed…

Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5 and brother to the late Michael Jackson, has passed away at the age of 70. The Jackson family, known for their indelible contributions to the music world, is mourning the loss of yet another legend. Tito’s contributions to the group, alongside his brothers Jackie, Jermaine,…

As Nigerians continue to widen their investment baskets in a move to diversify income outlets as the hard economy bites, there is an influx of funds into Mutual Funds, LEADERSHIP learnt. Recent data reveals a significant trend among risk-averse investors, with approximately N1.2 trillion flowing into mutual funds. This shift highlights a growing preference for…

Award-winning musician, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has thrown his weight behind Asue Ighodalo, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the September 21 Edo State governorship election. The superstar, Sunday evening, took to his Instagram stories to make the endorsement in a post featuring Dr. Ighodalo’s photograph, with the caption: “The next governor of…

Hosts Delta State are leaving no stone unturned as they seek to retain the National Youth Games (NYG) title. Team Delta, which has won every edition of the Games since inception, has so far amassed a total of 23 medals, comprising 14 gold, three silver and wix bronze in the ongoing Games. The disclosure was…

Rotary Club of Abuja Kubwa Gateway has earmarked N37 million to build, furnish and commission a primary health centre at Ijayapi community in Bwari area council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).President of the club, Adaeze Ukwuoma who made this known yesterday during her investiture as the 10th president of the Rotary Club of Abuja…

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The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (P-CNGi) initiative on Saturday, commenced installations of the free CNG conversion kits earlier distributed to stakeholders in the commercial transportation sector in Ogun State as part of the federal government’s commitment towards achieving the conversion of one million petroleum vehicles to CNG by year 2025. Installation of the free CNG…

The prestigious Emy Africa Awards has announced its nominees for the 9th edition, spotlighting some of the brightest talents in African entertainment. The announcement of nominees in the five competitive categories for the 9th EMY Africa Awards, was made at the EMY Awards Africa Star-Studded EMY Soirée in Lagos. The Actor of the Year nominees…

The operatives of the IGP Special Task Force on Petroleum and Illegal Bunkering (IGP-STFPIB) have uncovered illegal petroleum refinery in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi described this findings as a significant breakthrough in the continuous fight against oil theft, illegal bunkering and economic sabotage. According to him, “This milestone…

In a bid to stop his arrest over recent violent political activities in the state, the chairman of Esan North-East local government area of Edo State, Hon. Dr. Kelly Inedegbor, has obtained an interim court injunction stopping the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and his agents from arresting him pending the determination of the substantive…

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised the alarm over the looming health crisis in Nigeria, saying 200 million citizens were at the risk of contracting 17 Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). The revelation was made at a two-day media dialogue on “Ending Open Defecation in Nigeria and Elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases” on Friday…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a wanted drug baron, Alhaji Suleiman Ganiu Aremu (a.k.a Barryshine), two years after coming under the radar of the anti-narcotics Agency. Suleiman, who is the Managing Director/CEO of Barryshine Suleiman Nigeria Ltd came under the Agency’s watchlist over his alleged role in four foiled…

Super Falcons coach, Randy Waldrum has resigned from his position as Head Coach of the Nigerian senior female club. The American tactician was appointed coach of the nine-time Africa champions on October 5, 2020. The 67-year-old in his letter of resignation cited ill health of his wife as the reason for stepping aside “It’s been…

Nigerian dancer and choreographer, Oluwabukumni Olukitibi is the first Nigerian awarded the Pina Bausch Fellowship since its inception in 2016. A co-development initiative of the Arts Foundation of North Rhine-Westphalia and the Pina Bausch Foundation, Olukitibi, the founder of Heart Heartists creative hub in Abuja said the dance and choreography grant programme and award offers…

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, has charged consumers of electricity in the country to exercise their rights and obligations to enable them enjoy electricity supply from the service providers. Commissioner in charge of consumer affairs NERC Aisha Mahmud gave the charge yesterday in Lokoja, Kogi State during the customer complaints resolution meeting organised by…

The Department of State Services (DSS) and other security operatives, on Wednesday, decimated Boko Haram elements, who attacked Bassa-Kukoki village, in Allawa district of Shiroro LGA of Niger State. Security sources, who confirmed the story to LEADERSHIP on Thursday, said: “following available critical intelligence received from the Department of State Services (DSS), a combined team…

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack has established ‘War Rooms’ to serve as critical hubs for managing and monitoring the implementation of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021-2025 (FCSSIP-25). Walson-Jack said the platforms will be dedicated to addressing each of the six pillars and crucial…

The long-reigned Owa Obokun of Ijeshaland, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran has reportedly joined his ancestors. Sources in the state confided in LEADERSHIP anonymously, that the 87-year old monarch has passed, awaiting official announcement from his palace and the Osun State government. Uniformed security agents have also been drafted to the palace of the departed monarch…

Former president of Peru, Alberto Fujimori, known for his authoritarian rule and subsequent 16-year prison sentence for crimes against humanity, has passed away. Fujimiro died in the capital city of Lima on Wednesday after battling cancer.He was aged 86. “After a long battle with cancer, our father, Alberto Fujimori, has just departed to meet the…

Operatives of the Bauchi State Police Command have arrested two suspects in possession of a fabricated AK-47 rifle and ammunition at Boto Market in Tafawa Balewa local government area of the state. The suspects are Abdulgafar Mohammed, a 18-year-old man and 25-year-old Yusuf Isa, both from Barkin Ladi in Plateau State. Police preliminary investigations indicate…

The House of Representatives has announced that the Joint Senate/House Ad Hoc Committees on the Petroleum Industry Investigation will be inaugurated on September 25, 2024. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Spokesman for the House of Representatives, Akin Rotimi, Jr., on Wednesday and shared via the lawmakers’ official WhatsApp platform. The announcement…

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has agreed to a new three-year contract with the club. The Spaniard was set to be out of contract at the end of the season but is now expected to stay until 2027. The Gunners appointed Arteta, who had been working as a coach under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City at…

As the inquest into the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad continues, a Coroner’s Court sitting in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State has threatened to issue a bench warrant on key witnesses for failing to appear before it. Magistrate T. A. Sotobi had ordered substituted services for the witnesses after granting an application…

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has debunked a media report claiming it approved Shell International Plc’s sale of its onshore assets to Renaissance for $1.3 billion.The report, which was published on Wednesday, purported that NUPRC had given regulatory approval for the major transaction, but the Commission has now labelled the publication as “baseless.”…

LG Electronics has said that the firm is driven by passion for innovation and will continue cementing its leadership in OLED technology. Disclosing this in a statement, the firm said it will continue to innovate and inspire with its ground-breaking features: LG OLED TV with Six Senses Experience. “At LG, we’re driven by a passion…

Hair by TMS, renowned for its exceptional expertise in dreadlocks styling, is excited to announce the grand opening of its new dreadlocks salons in Accra, Ghana, and Abuja, Nigeria. Known for offering top-tier locs styling and hair care services, Hair by TMS is expanding its reach, bringing its premium dreadlocks services to more clients in…

The Joint Border Patrol Team (JBT), Sector 2, South West Zone of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Wednesday, announced the interception of contrabands worth N1.38billion. Addressing newsmen in Lagos, the Coordinator of the JBPT, Deputy Comptroller of Customs, Mohammed Shuaibu, stated that the prohibited items were seized between July and August, 2024 . According…

  Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno has assured the youths across the 31 local government areas of more empowerment programmes through a Special Ministry of Youths Development to be announced in the next State Executive Council (SEC) meeting. Governor Eno disclosed this during a Youth Appreciation Rally held at the Uyo township stadium…

The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Abiodun Adams has expressed his disappointment with President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating that the President has let down many Nigerians who supported his rise to power. Adams criticised the President’s handling of the petroleum sector especially the recent hike in the price of premium motor spirit (PMS)…

A three-day multi-sector trade and investment forum aimed to bolster and facilitate a robust bilateral economic and business relationship between Nigeria and Tunisia, has held at John Wood Hotel, Abuja. The forum which commenced on September 10, was organised through the collaboration of Tunisia-Africa Business Council (TABC), a leading non-governmental organisation, facilitating business partnerships and…

Nigeria is facing significant health and economic challenges due to the persistent problem of open defecation, with an estimated $1.5 billion lost annually to related health issues and reduced productivity. This stark figure includes the cost of medical treatment, loss of productivity, and premature deaths linked to diseases like diarrhoea, cholera, and malnutrition, which are…

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun on Wednesday sent a delegation to the family of the slain student of Kwara State Polytechnic, AbdulQoyum Ishola in Ilorin, on a condolence visit. The National Diploma 2 student of the polytechnic was allegedly killed last Wednesday by a policeman around Sango – Fate area of Ilorin,…

The Federal Government has launched a N47.5 billion plan to revamp fifty secondary schools nationwide, marking the first phase of its intervention strategy. Under the project, educational facilities will be modernised to create enhanced learning environments, equipping schools with the resources needed to prepare students for a competitive future. The Executive Secretary of the National…