In its second early-morning assault in three days, Russia has fired a barrage of missiles towards Ukrainian cities. According to BBC, Pavlohrad, a supply hub close to the Ukrainian capital of Dnipro, was attacked before Ukraine’s eagerly expected counteroffensive. In the Kherson region – which is still partly controlled by Russia – Ukrainian regional authorities said Russia had carried out 39 shellings. Recent days have seen an increase in attacks in Ukraine, with places away from the front lines being targeted. Ukraine says it is finishing plans for a long-awaited offensive against Russian forces, supported by Western-supplied weapons and military equipment.

May 01, 2023 14:48 UTC

This young, energetic and charismatic personality is a blessing to Oyo State and indeed the Nigerian nation. The list of our A-list pro-Asiwaju supporters from Oyo State are inexhaustible. The result shows total votes cast across all the 33 Local Government Areas with Tinubu’s APC winning a landslide. In Ogun State, our leader (Tinubu) polled a total of 341,554 votes across the 20 local government areas in the state to emerge victorious, yet like in Ondo, still below Oyo State result. Oyo State needs more federal presence in terms of quality projects and patronage for our people.

May 01, 2023 11:10 UTC

The Rivers State governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party, Senator Magnus Abe, has faulted decision of the Federal Government to shift the date for the removal of fuel subsidy. This was as he disclosed that he would withdraw the petition he filed at the election tribunal to challenge the results of the election. Abe stated these while addressing SDP faithful at his campaign office in Port Harcourt on Sunday. Abe stated, “I was at the centre of that controversy when the whole subsidy thing blew up under the Goodluck Jonathan government then. “I was, however, shocked when I read somewhere that the decision of the fuel subsidy removal has now been postponed.

May 01, 2023 10:09 UTC

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has told the opposition parties to stop complaining about the 2023 presidential election and accept defeat, describing that claims the elections were rigged as “fraudulent”. He said, “Going by the results, none of the opposition parties met any of the conditions stipulated for winning the presidential election. “They (opposition) keep leaning on some international observers to justify their fraudulent claim that the election was rigged.”The minister also defended Buhari’s verdict that the opposition parties lost the presidential poll due to overconfidence. “Mr President’s analysis on the reasons for the opposition’s loss in the 2023 elections was incontrovertible. “President Muhammadu Buhari lived up to his billing by delivering a free, fair and credible election, and his legacy is assured.

May 01, 2023 10:03 UTC

They prayed God to fortify him the more to be able to take the state to the promised land, saying he is a leader who believes in due process. Others joined in the matter as respondents include: Mogaji Obaara Ruling House, Muibi Arise, Osun State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy, Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, and Governor of Osun State. HIK/9/2021.ML Also, the state government, through Mr. Bamidele Salawu from the Ministry of Justice, who represented the Attorney General, Osun State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy, and Governor of Osun State, challenged the court jurisdiction to hear the matter. He disclosed that the plaintiffs failed to comply with the requirements of the provisions of the Chief Law of Osun State. In his judgment, Justice Oke dismissed the matter saying it was tantamount to abuse of the court process and multiplicity of actions.

May 01, 2023 06:13 UTC





Labour Day, also known as International Workers’ Day, is celebrated on May 1 every year in many countries around the world. The history and evolution of Labour Day is a story of the struggles and triumphs of the labour movement. In the United States, the first Labour Day was celebrated in 1882 in New York City and was organized by the Central Labour Union. It was meant to be a day off for the working class, a time to celebrate their hard work and contributions to society. The Haymarket affair became a rallying cry for workers around the world and inspired the creation of International Workers’ Day.

May 01, 2023 03:18 UTC

Ahead of the inauguration of a new President on May 29, 2023, Nigeria’s Boeing 737 Presidential jet has been flown out of the country for comprehensive maintenance, The PUNCH learned Sunday evening. Villa sources told our correspondent that NAF 001, which has served the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd. In his next four weeks in office, Buhari will be flown on another aircraft on the Presidential Air Fleet, the source said. On Tuesday, April 3, 2001, the Senate approved a sum of N5.5bn for the purchase of a new presidential aircraft for then-President Olusegun Obasanjo. The Boeing aircraft will be returned in May and handed over to the new administration after major upgrades to its avionics and other mechanical systems.

May 01, 2023 02:02 UTC

Read audioApril 30, 2023. Famous Nollywood actress and media personality, Nancy Isime has been conferred with an honorary Doctorate in Arts and Philosophy by Prowress University Delaware, USA. The actress made this known in a post on Instagram on Sunday. She also revealed that she was awarded the Leadtime Africa Leadership Prize for Quality Service Delivery and Professionalism. Isime said she is overwhelmed by the honours.

May 01, 2023 01:09 UTC

Justice O. J. Ajanalu of the Osun state High Court has ordered the state government to vacate a disputed property of a parcel of land measuring approximately 28.778 acres of land and situate off Clowbide street, Awututu Area in Ede South Local Government Area, Ede, Osun state to it’s rightful owner, Mogaji Olagunju Olusegun and his family members Olagunju Royal Family, Ede. The claimant in a suit number HED/05/2019 had sued The Governor Of Osun State, Attorney General Of Osun State, The Commissioner For Environment and Physical Planning. The Commissioner For Education Science and Technology The Executive Secretary, Osun Asset Management Agency, Ede South Local Government. Left side: Ajola land, Right Side: Plaintiff’s Olagunju Royal Family Land,IV. 233, Osun state of Nigeria, from the office of the principal and addressed to Mr SAIBU, Block making, signed by Mrs Yekeen M.A.

April 30, 2023 19:47 UTC

A talent manager and digital media expert, Olanrewaju Alaka, aka LaerryBlue, has said that talented entertainers will struggle to make the most of their careers if they don’t have good talent managers. In an interview with Sunday Scoop, he said, “Without a good talent manager, even the most talented and diligent artistes will struggle to succeed in the entertainment industry. Talented artistes need someone who can help them navigate the complex web of the industry, and that is where talent managers come in. He said, “I gained a lot of experience while working with James Brown. There is a need for celebrities to be true to themselves and not try to conform to societal norms or expectations.”

April 30, 2023 17:37 UTC

You can consider trading future contracts. What are Future Contracts? Future Trading Prevents Market ManipulationMarket liquidity of future trading highly regulates the exchanges and ensures a transparent trading. In addition to it, the standardized future contracts can also be interchanged with other investors around the globe. It is a very powerful tool for those investors who want to do risk management and future price speculation.

April 30, 2023 10:39 UTC

Feeney, who never advertises his donations, made money to help the society, not to stash away or lavish on self. Feeney is an intelligent philanthropist who always wants to stretch the value of every penny. There are three lessons for Nigerian billionaires from the philanthropic life of Feeney. The first is that our billionaires and philanthropists can achieve more for the society if they collaborate. In the same vein, Nigerian billionaires should deploy their resources to finding lasting solutions to the many problems confronting the country.

April 30, 2023 09:53 UTC

The National Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Sunday Akande, has said the inadequacy of judges has led to adjournments of court cases which have resulted in the congestion of correctional facilities across the country. The cleric stated this on Saturday during the fourth edition conference themed, ‘Wonders of Freedom,’ held by the Prison and Hospital Ministry of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, at the Redemption Camp, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State. Akande, who was represented at the event by the Director of the Office of the General Overseer, Pastor Akin John, also called on the government to build more correctional facilities. He said, “An alternative dispute resolution legal process should be deeply explored because many of the people that are confined to the prisons are not often given fair trials and God is not happy with this. Many of them who could not meet their bail terms are also thrown into confinement and this wastes their productive years.”

April 30, 2023 07:48 UTC

Experts in real estate have said relying solely on licensed professionals is insufficient in preventing the frequent cases of building collapse. “We the builders must always follow regulations, and if we put our hands on deck, we would see a reduction in the collapse,” she added. Similarly, the Chief Executive Officer, reb360 Real Estate Business, Tope Mark-Odigie, said building collapse occurred when people cut corners and did not face the penalty. She said, “Building collapse happens when corruption takes place, and the resultant effect is a building collapse. Hence there should be a collaboration between professionals and the appropriate agencies, and strengthening the appropriate institutions is very necessary as construction is not the job of just anybody but the right professionals.

April 30, 2023 07:18 UTC

He explained that the development had led to a scarcity of ships in the West African region, shutting up the freight rate. “So what it means is that it has created scarcity which will increase the freight rate. So the freight rate has gone up by almost 70 per cent due to this. 34 mins ago Pink velvet (strawberry) brownies are a unique twist on the traditional chocolate brownie. 47 mins ago The Federal Road Safety Corps ( FRSC ), Osun State Command, has said that 16 persons lost their lives in Friday’s accident that occurred on the Ode-Omu highway.

April 30, 2023 06:12 UTC