Sokoto State Government says it has created no fewer than 27,166 jobs in the agricultural sector in the last two years. Gov. Aminu Tambuwal said this on Wednesday in Sokoto at the opening of a stakeholders’ sensitisation workshop on Climate Change Adaptation and Agri-business Support, organised in collaboration with the State Office of International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). “In the period under consideration, we have supported more than 33,000 people, through the promotion of improved crop production techniques, para-veterinary clinics as well as women and youth off-farm activities. “Similarly, we have created, through our community-based agric and rural development…
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The Speaker of Osun House of Assembly, Mr Najeem Salaam, has urged the people of the state not to see the delay in the appointment of cabinet members by Gov. Rauf Aregbesola as a sign of weakness. Salaam made the plea during the screening of the governor’s nominees for the position of Commissioners and Special Advisers at plenary on Monday in Osogbo. The speaker said the governor’s action was informed by necessity following the economic crisis in which the country found itself. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the governor had been without commissioners and special advisers since…
The wife of the President, Aisha Buhari, on Wednesday pledged her support in the resettlement of the recently rescued Chibok school girls. She also advised them to forget the past and acquire skills to be self-reliant. Aisha made these remarks during her meeting with the 82 freed Chibok school girls in Abuja. She was accompanied by the Minister of Information Alhaji Lai Mohammed and Minister of Women’s Affairs, Sen. Jummai Alhassan. Also at the meeting were the wife of the Vice-President, Mrs Dolapo Osinbajo, Senior Special Assistant to the President, Dr Hajo Sani, and some wives of state governors. Aisha…
Some beneficiaries of the Federal Government N-power programme in Nasarawa have protested the non-payment of their five months stipend. News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the protesters who carried placards and leaves, marched for over five kilometres from the Lafia Branch of United Bank for Africa to the Government House. “All those who are yet to be paid have already reported to their respective places of primary assignment. “We have reported to the authority at the various local government areas, yet nothing was done about it hence the need for the protest. “Maybe they are not reporting the case…
Former Abia State Governor, Theodore Orji says he’ll never defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Orji, who’s now the Senator representing Abia Central Senatorial District, added that he’d rather abandon politics than join the ruling party. He made the comments during a town hall meeting with his constituents in Umuahia, Daily Trust reports. “At no time did I discuss or mention such move to any individual or group because it is not in the pipeline and will never be there,” he said. “Why would I leave my party, the PDP? Whatever that is happening in my party is part…
The Nigeria Customs Service has reconstituted its management and announced some key appointments to rejig the service toward greater efficiency. The Public Relations Officer, Mr Joseph Attah, announced this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. Attah the service has appointed four Acting Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs) and seven Acting Assistant Comptroller-Generals (ACGs) to re-engineer the management for efficient service delivery. While re-constituting the new team, Attah said that the Comptroller-General of Customs, retired Col. Hameed Ali, also approved the deployment of eight Comptrollers. He said that the new management members include Mr Alu Robert, ACG Traiff and Trade now Acting…
Afro-pop superstar Skales has unveiled fast-rising singer Santos as the latest signee to his self-owned record label Ohk Entertainment on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. The announcement came as a bitter-sweet Instagram post where Skales expressed his love and belief in the young singer’s talent. The singer posted a picture featuring Santos and him in front of what appears to be Skales’ Lekki home with the caption; “In a world where the gifted ones often go unnoticed and most times underappreciated, one can only hope to find someone who would believe in you and your set goals. From day 1, I…
G-Worldwide Entertainment singer Kiss Daniel is set to drop a new single, one year after his acclaimed debut album “New Era” was released. The singer made the announcement via his instagram page, the single titled “Sofa” is expected to drop on the 15th of May, 2017, exactly a year after he released his debut album. We can’t wait to hear what this single will sound like, it is been a year since we heard a new Kiss Daniel single.
Nigeria’s vibrant music industry has seen three of its finest acts make it to Forbes list of richest African musicians. While the list is unlikely to put an end to debates about the richest Nigerian musicians, it puts it in some perspective and is sure to leave some fans disappointed. So, who is number one in Nigeria? Forbes has gone with Don Jazzy. The Mavin Records boss is however number four in Africa with Star Boy Wizkid claiming the 7th spot, while his main rival Davido is ranked 8th. Senegalese-American Hip Hop star Akon topped the list thanks to the…
We present you 10 things you should know about the bride to be. 1 Her full name is Tolulope Adesua Etomi and she was born on February 22, 1988 2 Adesua, the last of three kids, was born in Owerri, South Eastern Nigeria, to a Soldier father of Esan descent, and her mother is an engineer of Yoruba descent. 3 She moved to the United Kingdom at the age of 13. 4 She got Diplomas in Performing Arts, Musical & Physical Theatre at The City College in Coventry, United Kingdom circa 2004. 5 In year 2009, Adesua Etomi bagged a…
News of renowned actor, Majid Michel being a new convert who is now preaching the word of God surprised many to say the least. The actor for some time now has been spotted preaching and ministering to churches and groups. In an interview with Joy FM 2016, the actor said his new-found love is genuine and inspired by his understanding of the Bible. Majid on Thursday shared a photo on his Facebook wall : “God will lead you to the right places and grant you the wisdom to know what to do. You will not miss your opportunity! “Type Amen…
Mercy Johnson, who is also the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to Kogi State Governor on entertainment, arts and culture, said that her husband’s birthday is fast approaching and she is unsure of the best words she can use to express how much she loves him. “No one has an assurance of Happily ever after but I beg God to please Help me and lets stay this way forever. Pray for me Friends cus with Him is where I would rather be,” she said. She also described the sweet little things she loved about Prince Odianosen Okojie thanking him for being…
Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool’s owners, Fenway Sports Group, have assured him the club will not listen to any offers for Philippe Coutinho. Coutinho has continued to be linked with a big-money move to Barcelona, despite signing a new five-year contract at Liverpool in January. Sources told ESPN FC that the Brazil international’s new deal at Anfield made him the highest-paid player at the club, earning around £150,000 per week, and did not include a buyout clause. Klopp has shrugged off speculation linking Coutinho with a move away, joking that it would take a transfer fee of around £400 million to…
Africa could have as many as 10 teams competing at the 2026 World Cup after the allocation for places at the expanded 48-nation competition was ratified by the FIFA Council during their meeting in Bahrain. Africa is guaranteed nine places, up from the current five, while a 10th nation will enter a six-team play-off tournament to decide the final two qualifiers, raising the potential of an extra place for the continent. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) had been lobbying for at least 10 spots, with the continent providing 54 of FIFA’s 211 member associations, a little more than a…
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick is “desperate” to end the season with Europa League glory. Last week’s 1-0 semifinal first-leg win at Celta Vigo puts United in the driving seat heading into the second leg at Old Trafford on Thursday. Carrick, 35, tasted European success as part of United’s triumphant Champions League side in 2008 and is now targeting a repeat in the Europa League. “I’m personally desperate to get to the final and to try and win it,” Carrick told UEFA’s official website. “That’s the only thing that matters. Whatever competition you’re in, especially at this club, with the…
Manchester City are considering a move for Middlesbrough goalkeeper Victor Valdes, sources close to the North-East club have said. Valdes, 35, is expected to leave Middlesbrough this summer in the wake of their relegation from the Premier League and City are monitoring his situation. City are in the market for goalkeeping reinforcements this summer with Willy Caballero out of contract next month and yet to be offered a new deal, and while Joe Hart is due to return from his season-long spell at Torino, he appears to have no long-term future at the Etihad Stadium. There have also been question…
Cristiano Ronaldo says Real Madrid’s blend of togetherness and experience helped his side defeat Atletico Madrid to progress 4-2 on aggregate to make the 2017 Champions League final. A roaring start from Atletico had the home side 2-0 up inside 16 minutes at a rocking Estadio Vicente Calderon through Saul Niguez’s bullet header and Antoine Griezmann’s mishit penalty, and the defending champions’ 3-0 first-leg advantage had been cut to the bare minimum. Isco’s crucial away goal just before half-time “killed” Atletico, according to Ronaldo, and the defending champions saw out the rest of the game to reach the June 3…
Manchester United have no fresh injury concerns ahead of their Europa League semifinal second leg with Celta Vigo. A group of 24 United players trained at Carrington on Wednesday morning, including Paul Pogba, Eric Bailly and Marcus Rashford. Long-terms absentees Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Marcos Rojo, Luke Shaw, Ashley Young and Timothy Fosu-Mensah were all missing. Ander Herrera shook off a knock picked up during the 2-0 defeat to Arsenal on Sunday to train, while Antonio Valencia was also present after being left at home for the trip to the Emirates Stadium. Youngsters Scott McTominay, Matthew Willock, Demetri Mitchell and United States…
It’s a wrap from the Enugu State set of Genevieve Nnaji’s “Lion Heart.” The star-studded movie which is also Genevieve Nnaji’s directorial debut wrapped up filming in the early hours of Wednesday, May 10, 2017. “Lion Heart” stars Genevieve Nnaji, Chika Okpala, Steve Eboh, Pete Edochie, Kanayo O Kanayo, Onyeka Onwenu, Nkem Owoh, Kalu Ikeagwu, Jemima Osunde, Yakubu Mohammed and Sani Muazu. The movie also stars Nigerian rapper and singer, Phyno and Peter Okoye. The upcoming movie is written by C.J Fiery Obasi based on a screenplay by Ishaya Bako and Emil Garuba, and follows the story of an Igbo…
Actors, Banky W and Adesua Etomi may have pulled off one of the best wedding introductions ever, but they won’t be getting a day off from work anytime soon. Media personality, Mo Abudu, who is also the Executive Producer of “The Wedding Party” film has told the couple they need to hurry up and get back on set for the sequel of the movie. While congratulating the pair, the “Moments With Mo” host advised them to get all the rest they can find as business resumes on Monday, May 8, 2017. “Dear Adesua and Banky, congratulations again and again. God…