Ekohotblog reports that residents of Iraye in Epe, Lagos State, are growing increasingly frustrated with the ongoing power outage that has lasted for several months. Many have expressed that the power cables in the area are now “useless,” as they no longer provide any electricity, comparing it to rope for drying clothes. The blackout has … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Federation of Epe Division Students Association National Body is organizing its first National Leadership Conference (NLC 1.0), which is aimed at helping young people to unlock their leadership potential. The event will take place from November 25th to 30th, 2024, with the theme “Leadership with Purpose: Creating a Culture of Innovation … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has dismissed as false a video showing dark petrol allegedly purchased from one of its filling stations in Keffi, Nasarawa State. The video, which showed someone pouring a dark liquid from a bottle and claiming it was Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) bought from an NNPCL station, has been … Read more
Vivian Wilson, the 20-year-old transgender daughter of tech billionaire Elon Musk, has announced plans to leave the United States in response to Donald Trump’s recent election win. In a post on Threads, Wilson expressed her unease about the political climate under Trump’s leadership, according to the UK’s Daily Mail. “I don’t see my future in … Read more
U.S. President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Thursday, making his first public remarks following Donald Trump’s election victory over Kamala Harris, Biden’s Vice President and former presidential rival. “On January 20, we will have a peaceful transfer of power,” Biden said in the Rose Garden of the White House. “We have 74 days to go. … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has attributed Thursday’s National Grid collapse to a sudden frequency spike from 50.33Hz to 51.44Hz. In a statement, TCN spokesperson Ndidi Mbah explained that the disturbance, which marks the second grid collapse in three days, began at approximately 11:29 AM on Thursday. Recovery efforts were immediately initiated, and the … Read more
The Presidency has reiterated that the Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, is a safer and more affordable alternative to petrol. In a post on his X handle on Thursday, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, allayed fears among Nigerians following a report that the Malaysian government is planning to … Read more
Equatorial Guinea’s President, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, has appointed Zenón Obiang Obiang Avomo as the new Director General of the National Agency for Financial Investigation (ANIF), following the dismissal of Baltasar Ebang Engonga due to a major scandal. Engonga, who was removed for “irregularities in the exercise of his functions” and “inappropriate conduct,” had been involved … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria’s economy is gradually making a rebound, attributing the progress to sustained reforms being implemented by his administration across various sectors. The President stated this in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State on Thursday in his keynote address at the opening ceremony of the All Nigerian Editors Conference. Speaking through the Minister … Read more
Dr. Moruf Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, has officially handed over the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare documents to his successor, Dr. Salako Iziaq Adeboye. Recall that Dr. Alausa was redeployed to the Ministry of Education in a recent cabinet shake-up. At the handover ceremony, the Coordinating Minister of Health, Prof. Ali Pate, … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has issued a wanted notice for nine individuals linked to terrorism and violent extremism in the North East of Nigeria. The individuals identified are: Abu Khadijah, Abur Rahman, Dadi Gumba, Abu Yusuf, Musa Wa’a, Usman Kanin Shehu, Ibrahim Suyeka, Ba Sulhu, and Idris Taklakse. Maj-Gen Edward Buba, the Director of Defence … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), says its troops have eliminated 481 terrorists, apprehended 741 suspects and rescued 492 kidnapped hostages in different operations across the country in the month of October. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known while briefing newsmen on the operations of the military on Thursday in Abuja. … Read more
France manager Didier Deschamps has clarified that his decision to omit captain Kylian Mbappe from this month’s Nations League double-header is a “one-off” measure. The 25-year-old Real Madrid forward was not included in the squad for the upcoming matches against Israel and Italy. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry For Joshua’ After Knockout Loss To Dubois … Read more
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has instructed all police officers across the country to wear black bands throughout the seven-day mourning period in tribute to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja. The presidency confirmed on Wednesday that Lagbaja, aged 56, passed away after a battle with an undisclosed illness. … Read more
The Canadian federal government has ordered the closure of TikTok’s business operations within Canada after a national security review. However, Canadians will still be able to access the app, as the government’s decision only impacts TikTok’s ability to conduct business activities in the country. Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced the order on Wednesday, explaining that … Read more
A Lagos State police officer tragically lost his life in a road accident at Kara Bridge in the Berger area of Lagos. The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed the incident to the media, detailing that it occurred early in the day. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
The UK government announced new sanctions on Thursday targeting three Russian-linked private mercenary groups, including Africa Corps, the successor to the Wagner Group. “These sanctions will bear down on Russian malign activity in Libya, Mali, and CAR (Central African Republic), exposing and combatting Russia’s illicit activity in Africa,” the government said in a statement. This … Read more
The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the emergence of a new terrorist group called ‘Lukarawas,’ heightening insecurity in northwestern Nigeria. Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, announced this development during a military operations briefing on Thursday in Abuja. Buba explained that the group originated from the Republic of Niger following the recent coup, which … Read more
The National Grid suffered its second collapse in just two days on Thursday, November 7, plunging large parts of Nigeria into darkness once again. This latest incident follows a similar collapse on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns over the country’s electricity infrastructure. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Since 2015, when Hon. Wale Raji was first elected to the House of Representatives, he has proven himself as an indispensable advocate and leader for the people of Epe Federal Constituency. Representing his constituents in the Green Chamber of the National Assembly, Rep. Raji has not only distinguished himself through his legislative duties but also … Read more