President Muhammadu Buhari Sunday in Daura, Katsina State, approved extension of the ongoing currency swap by ten days, moving the deadline from January 31, 2023 to February 10, 2023. President Buhari gave the approval at a meeting with the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, urging more time, discretion and order to enable Nigerians successfully change their currencies to the redesigned notes, and reduce the risk of loss, especially among the underserved in rural areas. Briefing newsmen after the meeting, the CBN Governor said the currency swap had achieved more than 75 per cent success rate…
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By Dr. Aliyu U. Tilde At the end of his tenure in 1985, the then Head of State, Major-General Muhammadu Buhari, granted his last interview to Halilu Ahmed Getso of FRCN Kaduna. The answer to the last question in the interview was very informative. What last message do you have for Nigerians? Halilu asked. Buhari, aware of plans to topple him, simply said that if anyone thinks leading the country is easy, let him come and try it. Barely two weeks later, Buhari was overthrown. My kind-hearted mentor thought then he would retire to a quiet life. No. It was…
By Henry Usiayo The General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, DCLM, Pastor William Kumuyi has charged youth to know their purpose on earth and not be deformed by the corruption of the world. Pastor Kumuyi gave the charge while speaking at global youth programme, ‘IMPACT Academy with the theme: Wonderfully made for excellence in continuation of the ongoing Global Crusade with Kumuyi tagged Unforgettable Encounter With the God of Wonders in Asaba. Speaking on the topic, wonderfully made for excellence, Pastor Kumuyi who took his text from Genesis reminded Christians that God gave man dominion right from creation, however,…
A leading Nigerian commercial bank, Zenith Bank has returned N3.23 million to Chiamaka Agim, a Lagos State resident whose N4.039 million was erroneously deducted on January 9. Our correspondent had reported how Zenith Bank earlier told Agim that she would only get N800,500 out of the debited N4,039,900. However, the bank returned N3,239,400 on the evening of Monday, January 16. The Zenith Bank customer had shared a post yesterday on her Twitter page about the refund. Agim said the bank contacted her on that Monday to update her on the refunded money. “I did not receive any alert because they…
By abiodun KOMOLAFE The sole essence of a man or the sum total of his personality profile is to be located in his character! In Bola Tinubu, as in other humans, the attributes of this character are consistent. Therefore, no matter what the naysayers may say, once one is able to reach him, Tinubu has such a large heart that he gives to people compulsively. Of course, whether he becomes Nigeria’s next president or not, those good deeds are to his credit! Unfortunately, none of the other presidential candidates currently jostling for the key to Aso Rock Villa could come…
I came across several propositions on the social media asking for a national televised debate between Obarisi Ovie Omo Agege and Hon Sherrif Oborevwori, and I immediately said no to it, because it is a mismatch and unfair. I remember the famous General Idi Amin Dada of Uganda requesting a boxing contest with the then President of Tanzania, Julius Nyerere. The then Uganda Head of State, Amin, said, he wanted one of his hands tied behind him, to create the needed balance. But the bout never took place. It would have been something to talk about amongst Africans for a…
President Muhammadu Buhari Friday in Daura returned all thanks to God for safety in life’s journey over many years, highlighting the years of battle during the Nigerian Civil War and some personal challenges as testimonies of divine protection and guidance. President Buhari, who visited the Emir of Daura, Faruk Umar Faruk, after commissioning of two roads, said the destiny of man, country and the world remains in the hands of God. The President concluded two-day commissioning of projects with the Musawa General Hospital, Government Day Secondary School, Musawa, Gora-Makauraci-Malamawa road, and Sandamu-Baure-Babban Mutum road, Gurjiya -Sandamu-Karkarku roads in Daura. “This…
Saudi Fans chant Messi, Messi as Ronaldo failed to inspire his Al Nassr side as they were humbled 3:1 by rival Al Ittihad in a super cup match Newly crowned captain looked powerless as his side were trashed 3:1 today January 26th 2023 during the Saudi Super cup. Fans of Ittihad made matters worse when they started shouting Messi! , Messi ! on the pitch Ronaldo is yet to score for his new club in a league game or cup competition. His team has now been eliminated.
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described the judgement of the governorship tribunal as ” a miscarriage of justice”, vowing to challenge the ruling at the Court of Appeal. Reacting to the verdict of the Tribunal from his country home, Ede, Governor Adeleke faulted the resolution of the over-voting question in favour of Mr Oyetola, calling it ” an unfair interpretation against the will of majority of voters” While urging his supporters to remain calm, Governor Adeleke vowed to appeal the judgement at the Court of Appeal, insisting he remains the rightful winner of the July…
By ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA The Election Petition Tribunal chaired by Justice Tertse Kume has sacked Osun Governor Senator Ademola Adeleke (PDP). The majority judgement of two judges against one ordered that Certificate of Return should be withdrawn from Adeleke and issued to Adegboyega Oyetola (APC). The tribunal sacked Adeleke for overvoting in some polling units across the State. After over voting was removed, Tribunal Chairman, Justice Tertse Kume Oyetola: 314,931 Adeleke: 219,666.