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A member of the House of Representatives representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency, Bello El-Rufai, has publicly apologised to former President Goodluck Jonathan for his past criticisms of his administration, acknowledging that his previous views were shaped by youthful inexperience. El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, made the apology during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday. He said he had come to a new understanding of Jonathan’s leadership after observing his father’s recent efforts to consult with the former president. “And he said he was going to see President Jonathan, and I paused because when…

The Action Democratic Congress (ADC) on Saturday led the convergence of various political groups and partners under its umbrella, aiming to form a formidable opposition and shape the country’s future government ahead of the 2027 general election. At the event tagged Strengthening Alliances for a Better Nigeria, held in Lagos, ADC state chairman, George Ashiru, said the coalition brought together diverse groups, including the Association of Former PDP Aspirants, the Atiku Coalition Support Group, representatives of the Labour Party, and the Omoluabi Group, among others. Ashiru said the coalition’s objective is to strengthen the party’s structure and focus on campaigns…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is a top target for Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles star spent last season on loan at the club from Serie A champions Napoli, and he was massive for them, contributing 37 goals and eight assists in 41 appearances, helping the club win the Turkish Super Lig and the Turkish Cup. Osimhen is one of the biggest superstars to play for Galatasaray, and the club alongside their fans recognize that. However, getting him did not come cheap, as they had to foot his salary for the entire campaign.…

The Lagos State Government has announced the arrest of a Canada returnee, Mr Morufudeen Idowu, for assaulting a personnel of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps, otherwise known as KAI. In a terse statement on Friday, the Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the 52-year-old resisted arrest after crossing the expressway in the Ojota area of the state. “He has been taken into custody at Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps office in Oshodi, and will be prosecuted in accordance with the relevant Laws of the state,” Wahab posted on X. In another post, the…

In an exclusive interview with Richest Indian in Africa and philanthropist Prateek Suri, the conversation quickly moved beyond boardrooms and business empires. Known for building a fortune across Africa through smart investments in infrastructure, technology, and natural resources and making Maser 7th unicorn of Africa, Suri is now channeling his focus toward something even more meaningful — giving back to the very continent that made his dreams possible.“I didn’t come here just to make money. I came here to build,” Suri says with calm conviction. “And once you’ve built something big, it’s your responsibility to give something even bigger in…

Ahead of the 2027 poll, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, would decide whether to vie for the exalted seat of the governorship of Abia State at the appropriate time. This is the view of the former minority leader of the Abia State House of Assembly, Hon Chijioke Chukwu, who warned against the antics of selfish politicians asking him to declare his interest for the governorship of Abia State for reasons best known to them. Chukwu, who is a staunch ally of Kalu, in a statement, asked him to concentrate on building legacies and…

The Delta State House of Assembly has passed a series of significant bills aimed at transforming key sectors of the state, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, environmental protection, youth empowerment, and economic development. Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Guwor Emomotimi Dennis, disclosed this during a press briefing on Friday in Asaba. He noted that the legislative strides made during the Second Session of the Assembly were impactful and directly targeted at improving the lives of Deltans. According to the Speaker, a total of 16 bills were received during the session, comprising eight executive bills and eight private members’ bills. Of…

healthwise Acting Registrar of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria,Dr Donald Ofili has called on all medical laboratory facilities to make quality their watchword by embracing the council’s accreditation service. In a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, Mrs. Fidelia Ibeh, Head of the Council’s Corporate Affairs Unit, emphasised that accreditation would ensure Nigerian laboratories’ test results are accepted across borders. Ofili highlighted that the theme of World Accreditation Day celebrated on June 9, focused on Small and Medium Enterprises. According to him, the theme, “Empowering Small and Medium Enterprises,” is especially relevant given that many medical laboratories operate…

Photo Credit: Ric Hassani/Instagram It’s finally here — Ric Hassani’s highly anticipated album, “Lagos Lover Boy.” “So much hard work we all put into this,” the singer shared as he announced the release of the album. From beginning to end, “Lagos Lover Boy” is a celebration of love, packed with soulful stories and soulful melodies. The album boasts a star-studded line-up of collaborators, including Joeboy, Nonso Amadi, Dotti The Deity, Odumodublvck, Tolibian, Phyno, Portable, and American singer-songwriter Ne–Yo. Described as a journey through love and heartbreak in the vibrant city of Lagos, the album features the previously released single, “Love…

As apprehensions swirl about the imminent reshuffle of President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Executive Committee (FEC), Zamfara State Governor, Dr Dauda Lawal, has decried the attempt by his predecessor, Dr Bello Matawalle, to use the state as a launching pad for national politics. Lawal regretted that ever since Matawalle, who is the current Minister of State for Defence, lost the 2023 gubernatorial poll, he has not been able to live with the realities of the time by focusing on his new assignment. The governor, who described his predecessor as a dysfunctional minister, wondered why he should descend into the gutter by…