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Year: 2024

  • 2027: PDP Will Die If Atiku Emerges Presidential Candidate – Primate Ayodele

     Primate Ayodele

    Primate Elijah Ayodele, the spiritual head of the INRI evangelical church, has warned the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, against giving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar its 2027 presidential ticket.

    Primate Ayodele warned that PDP would die if Atiku emerged as its 2027 presidential candidate.

    In a video shared on his X handle, Primate Ayodele said: “PDP, if you want to fail, give Atiku your presidency. You will see that you will fail. It is going to be a cheap victory for APC.

    “Atiku is not the answer for the PDP in 2027. He is not the answer. If you try Atiku, then, politically, PDP is dead. That is the end of PDP.”

    Atiku has made several attempts to become Nigeria’s president.

    While he emerged as the Vice President in 1999, every effort to occupy the highest political seat in Nigeria has failed.

    In 2023, Atiku came second after he was defeated by President Bola Tinubu in a keenly contested election.

  • Transfer: ‘Incredible Signing’ – Paul Merson Fears Arsenal May Regret Letting Chelsea Sign 24-Year-Old Star

    Transfer: ‘Incredible Signing’ – Paul Merson Fears Arsenal May Regret Letting Chelsea Sign 24-Year-Old Star

    Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has feared the Gunners may have missed a trick by letting Chelsea sign 24-year-old forward Pedro Neto this summer.

    Merson believes the Portuguese is an ‘incredible signing and a top draw’.

    Neto was a long-term transfer target for Arsenal.

    However, Chelsea quickly went ahead to sign him from Wolves last week as there was no great deal of competition from Mikel Arteta’s men.

    “If Chelsea can keep him [Neto] fit, I think it is an incredible signing,” Merson told Sky Sports.

    “If you can get Neto on the pitch, he’s top draw. I think Arsenal missed a trick with him.

    “If he goes to Arsenal he takes the workload of Saka and Martinelli.

    “Chelsea were very shrewd – they did it very quickly and very quietly. [it is a] good signing.”

    Neto will now hope to play for Enzo Maresca’s side when they tackle Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday.

  • Achievers University Massive Recruitment for Academic & Non-Academic Staff (81 Positions)

    Achievers University Massive Recruitment for Academic & Non-Academic Staff (81 Positions)

    Achievers University Recruitment : Internal And External Advertisement For Academic And Non-teaching Positions.

     

    SCAM ALERT Application is free for all Applicants

    As a result of rapid expansion and the urgent need to reposition the University for the sustenance of our remarkable achievements, we are currently seeking exceptionally qualified staff with integrity and demonstrable leadership qualities to join our team in moving the University forward in its next phase of growth and development.

    Applications are thus invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions either on full-time basis or for sabbatical placements:

     

    Also Apply for Wigwe University Massive Recruitment for Non-Academic Staff

     

    A. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES.

    1. FACULTY OF PHARMACY.

    (i) Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Administration (ii) Pharmaceutical Chemistry
    (iii) Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology (iv) Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical
    Technology (v) Pharmacology and Toxicology (vi) Pharmacognosy

    2. FACULTY OF NURSING SCIENCE
    (i) Community-Public Health Nursing (ii) Maternal-Child Health Nursing
    (iii) Medical-Surgical Nursing (iv) Mental Health Nursing
    (v) Nursing Education, Administration and Informatics

    3. FACULTY OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

    (i) Medical Microbiology and Parasitology (ii) Chemical Pathology (iii) Histopathology
    and Cytopathology (iv) Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science

    4. FACULTY OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
    (i) Physiotherapy (ii) Public Health (iii) Health Information Management

    B. COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
    1. FACULTY OF BASIC CLINICAL SCIENCES
    (i) Anatomic Pathology (ii) Haematology and Blood Transfusion (iii) Medical Microbiology
    and Parasitology (iv) Pharmacology

    2. FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
    (i) Human Anatomy (ii) Human Physiology (iii) Medical Biochemistry

    C. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
    (i) Biomedical Engineering (ii) Computer Engineering (iii)Mechatronics Engineering
    (iv) Mechanical Engineering (v) Electrical and Electronics Engineering
    (vi) Civil and Environmental Engineering

    D. COLLEGE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
    (i) Biochemistry (ii) Industrial Chemistry (iii) Computer Science
    (iv) Geology (v) Remote Sensing and Geoscience Information System
    (vi) Microbiology (vii) Plant Science and Biotechnology

    E. COLLEGE OF LAW
    (i)Private and Business Law (ii) Public and International Law

    F. COLLEGE OF SOCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
    (i)Accounting (ii) Business Administration (iii) Economics
    (iv) Mass Communication (v) Political Science (vi) International Relations
    (vii) Public Administration (viii) Criminology and Security Studies
    (ix.) Sociology (x) Procurement Management (xi) Banking and Finance

    G. COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
    (i) Guidance and Counselling (ii) Library and Information Science

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
    Professor
    The candidates must possess Ph.D. in the relevant subject areas with at least twelve (12) years of teaching, research, community service and professional experience in a university or any other tertiary research-oriented institution. Applicants must have a record of substantial publications in local and international journals, evidence of postgraduate supervision, and ability to initiate and develop research.

    For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences , candidates must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). They must have Ph.D. in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or Fellowship of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges with a minimum of nine (9) years’ teaching and research experience in a university.

    The candidates, who must have been Readers (Associate Professors) for a minimum of three (3) years, must be willing to initiate and develop courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and must be able to supervise postgraduate students, including doctorate students, in his/her area of discipline. In addition, candidates must demonstrate evidence of academic leadership, evidence of teamwork as well as administrative experience in working with interdisciplinary groups. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

     

    Reader (Associate Professor)
    The candidates must possess Ph.D. in the relevant subject areas with at least ten (10) years of teaching, research, community service and professional experience in a university or any other tertiary institution. They must have a record of substantial publications, with focus on distinct areas of research, in local and international journals; evidence of postgraduate supervision; and ability to initiate and develop research. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

    For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences , candidates must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). They must have Ph.D. in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or Fellowship of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges with a minimum of six (6) years’ teaching and research experience in a university.

    The candidates, who must have been Senior Lecturers for a minimum of three (3) years, must be willing to initiate and develop courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and must be able to supervise postgraduate students in their areas of discipline. In addition, the candidates must possess a good measure of academic leadership, evidence of teamwork as well as administrative experience in working with interdisciplinary groups. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

    Senior Lecturer
    Candidates must possess Ph.D. in their relevant subject areas with a minimum of five (5) years of teaching, research, community service and professional experience in a university or any other tertiary research-oriented institution. They must have a record of substantial publications with distinctive academic quality, originality and contribution to knowledge in a focused area of research and in reputable local and international journals. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

    For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, candidates must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). They must have Ph.D. in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or Fellowship of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges with a minimum of three (3) years’ teaching and research experience in a University.

    Lecturer I
    Candidates must possess Ph.D. in the relevant subject area with at least three (3) years post-qualification experience in teaching, research as well as a good number of publications with outstanding academic quality, originality and contribution to knowledge in an emerging area of interest in local and international journals. Holders of a good master’s degree with evidence of registration for Ph.D. and progress report as well as a substantial number of publications and teaching experience can also apply. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

    For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, candidates must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). They must have Ph.D. in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or Fellowship of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges.

    (v.) Lecturer II (For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences)

    Applicants must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). Applicants must have master’s degree in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or membership of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges.

     

    NON-TEACHING POSITIONS

    1. Deputy Registrar
    Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree plus at least fifteen (15) years’ post-qualification experience, eight (8) of which must be in the administration of higher education OR a master’s degree plus at least twelve (12) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.

     

    2. Principal Assistant Registrar
    Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree plus at least ten (10) years’ post-qualification experience, six (6) of which must be in the administration of higher education OR a master’s degree plus at least nine (9) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.

     

    3. Senior Assistant Registrar
    Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree plus at least eight (8) years’ post-qualification experience, four (4) of which must be in the administration of higher education OR a master’s degree plus at least six (6) years’ post-qualification experience, three (3) of which must be in the administration of higher education.

     

    4. Assistant Registrar
    Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in humanities, social sciences or Law plus at least six (6) years’ post-qualification experience, three (3) of which must be in the administration of higher education OR master’s degree plus at least four (4) years relevant post-qualification experience.

     

    5. Administrative Officer
    Candidate must possess a minimum of bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in humanities, social sciences or Law. Membership of the University’s alumni will be an added advantage.

     

    6. Assistant Chief Accountant.
    Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting plus ten (10) years’ relevant post-qualification experience OR a bachelor’s degree plus master’s/membership of ACA, ACCA, ACMA or their equivalent with eight (8) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.

     

    7. Principal Accountant
    Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting plus eight (8) years’ relevant post-qualification experience OR a bachelor’s degree plus master’s/membership of ACA, ACCA, ACMA or their equivalent with six (6) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.

     

    8. Senior Accountant
    Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting plus six (6) years’ relevant post-qualification experience OR a bachelor’s degree plus master’s/membership of ACA, ACCA, ACMA or their equivalent with three (3) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.

     

    9. Head of Corporate Affairs Unit/Public Relations Officer
    Candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication or humanities with at least nine years’ post-qualification experience in print, electronic and practical public relations. The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience in the use of the social media and event management. Membership of NIPR or its equivalent is a key requirement for this job.

     

    10. Corporate Affairs Officer I (Editorial and Publications)
    Candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication or humanities with three years’ post-qualification experience in print and new/social media. Membership of NUJ or NIPR is required.

     

    11. Operations Manager (Achievers University Ventures)
    The successful candidate will assist the General Manager of the University Ventures in coordinating the University Bakery, Water Processing Plant, Sawmill, Guest House, etc. Applicants must possess a minimum of bachelor’s degree Second Class (Upper Division) in a Management Sciences discipline plus at least eight years’ relevant post-qualification experience. Possession of postgraduate certificates and managerial experience will be added advantage.

    Laboratory Technologist Cadre
    The University needs laboratory technologists to man its specialized laboratories in the College of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, and College of Natural and Applied Sciences.

     

    12. Chief Technologist
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) or bachelor’s degree in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas with at least thirteen (13) years’ working experience of practical skills and competence. Fellowship of NISLT is compulsory.

     

    13. Principal Technologist
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) or bachelor’s degree in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas with at least ten (10) years’ working experience of practical skills and competence. Fellowship of NISLT is compulsory.

     

    14. Senior Technologist
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) or bachelor’s degree in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas with at least six (6) years’ working experience of practical skills and competence. Associate Membership of NISLT is compulsory.

     

    15. Technologist I
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) or bachelor’s degree in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas with at least three (3) years’ working experience of practical skills and competence. Associate Membership of NISLT is an added advantage.

     

    16. Technologist II
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas. Membership of NISLT is an added advantage.

    Achievers University Recruitment SALARIES AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE.

    Salaries, allowances and other benefits, including contributory pension scheme, are as approved by the Governing Council of Achievers University, and are favourably compared with what are obtainable in other public and private universities.

    Achievers University Recruitment METHOD OF APPLICATION.

    Candidates are required to submit 10 hard copies of their applications along with their credentials (O Level results inclusive) and curriculum vitae, which should contain, among other things, Full Name, Place and Date of Birth, State of Origin/Local Government of Origin, Nationality, Permanent Home Address, Email Address, Telephone Number, Marital Status, Names and Ages of Children, Name and Address of Next of Kin, Names of Educational Institutions Attended with Dates, Academic/Professional Qualifications with Dates, Work Experience, Posts Held with Dates, Present Employment, Status and Salary (attach pay slip), Service to National and International Bodies, Conferences, Training and Workshops Attended, (for Academic Posts – Current Research, Details of Publications, including Authorship, Names of Journals in Which They Are Published, and Location and Date of Publication), Other Activities Under Current Employment, Names, Addresses (including their emails) and Telephone Numbers of Three (3) Referees, and Proposed Date of Availability for Duty if Appointed to The Registrar, Achievers University, P.M.B. 1030, Owo, Ondo State.

    Applicants should request their referees to forward their references directly to the same address.

    CLOSING DATE for Achievers University Recruitment
    All applications must be received by the University not later than 23rd August, 2024.

    For further information, please contact:
    Adebayo – [email protected] – 0803-343-2195
    Adeniran – [email protected] –0803-222-9522

    Rev. Canon S. B. Oladimeji
    Registrar

    Achievers University … Knowledge, Integrity and Leadership.

    To verify the job see the link https://achievers.edu.ng/vacancies-internal-and-external-advertisement-for-academic-and-non-teaching-positions/

  • My Life Is A Proof That God Is Alive And He’s Merciful – OAP Shares Testimony Of How He Cheated Death (Photos)

     Chidi Sunday

    Chidi Sunday, an On-Air-Personality, has told the story of how he cheated death after he fell terribly ill sometime this year.

    In a post shared on his Facebook page, Chidi stated that he was on oxygen for many months and even that even the doctors that were attending to him at some point lost hope that he would ever recover. 

    He said while he was in the hospital, he witnessed so many deaths but that his faith in God remained unshaken.

    He stated that one faithful day, his doctor advised that his oxygen mask be removed and that he has remained alive since then. 

    Read his story below… 

    ‘’For those of you who May not know…. My life is a proof that God is Alive and He’s merciful.

    On the 12th of April this man here was wheeled into the hospital. I was diagnosed of a lung infection and doctors said I had to be placed on oxygen to live.

    3 weeks down the treatment my health was deteriorating. Life was leaving me. I saw death came face to face.

    I remember one of the days… I over heard one of the doctors discussing with my dad that they have given up on my case and they are just managing my case hoping for a miracle. It dawned on me that I had to fight for my life.

    For weeks I could neither talk or walk… it was a hopeless case. I was bedridden. I didn’t sleep for about a month cos I will have to stay awake and monitor the oxygen so it doesn’t finish. My case was getting worse by the day. The money we had was already exhausting and we needed to buy oxygen.

    I woke up one morning and then the Holy Spirit said : take a picture of you and post on Facebook. Naturally I wouldn’t have. I obeyed. He said reach out to Bmp Anthonent and Chukwudi Somack Mmesoma. Now this was the first miracle!

    People started responding…. I literally saw how people gave and gave and gave. We moved from 6 oxygen per day to about 10. Each of this oxygen cost for 18,000. In a day we were buying drugs over 40-50k

    It got to a point it was looking as if there was no improvement after all the money spent.

    To shaken my faith people were dieing like rats in my ward. I lost count of death that took place at the hospital. 80% died on oxygen.  Regardless, I kept declaring I won’t die! Not now. Thank God for Dominion City Lagos who stood with me in prayers and arms. Infact my account was displayed on the screen . Church kept giving, members kept giving. There was literally nobody who wasn’t aware of my case.

    When all hope was lost!!!! Against all odds

    That faithful morning the doctor walked in and said Chidi  you’re going home. I will discharge you today.

    The hospital erupted!! You need to see the shout. Nobody believed . He said pull of the oxygen.  I did!! Stayed for an 1hr nothing happened. Poir to this time, any second without oxygen is death.

    But mehn!!!!!!!Chidi has been breathing for the past one month.

    Guess what? My recovery process is supposed to take extra months staying at home.  But we’re all seeing what God is doing. The speed at which i I’m recuperating is humbly!

    This is a tastement that God is FAITHFUL”

    Chidi who recently turned 29, shared new photos showing how much he has recovered.

    ‘’Dis one no be photoshop oooo.

    This are life pictures… of what God can do.

    One of the promises I told God at my death state was if I get to ever live again I will sound His faithfulness to ends of the earth.

    Incase you’re getting tired seeing my pictures.

    Hmmmm. Now na good morning. I never even start

    Na only me know wetin my eye see”

  • Popular Boko Haram Commander, Abu Rajab, Killed in Sambisa Forest Clash

    Popular Boko Haram Commander, Abu Rajab, Killed in Sambisa Forest Clash

    Boko Haram Commander, Abu Rajab, Killed in Sambisa Forest Clash

     

    Bama, Borno State: A high-profile Boko Haram commander, Abu Rajab, and three other insurgents have been killed in the Sambisa Forest during a joint operation by the military and civilian militia.

     

    The fatal exchange took place at the Bula Daloje area of Bama Local Government Area on Saturday. According to intelligence sources, members of the troop came under heavy gunfire from the terrorists and returned same with an exchange of gunfire.

     

    CJN Ariwoola Accused of Blatant Nepotism, Turned Judiciary into Family Business within Two Years

     

    Despite the ambush, security forces quashed the attack and recovered two AK-47 rifles and one mobile phone. A civilian militia member lost his life in the process.

     

    Coming on the heels of various military victories during this same period, it is a hard hit on the Boko Haram insurgency that further cements the seriousness to cleanse the region of the menace.

     

    Prison Experience Shifted My Perspective On Freedom – Omah Lay

  • CJN Ariwoola Accused of Blatant Nepotism, Turned Judiciary into Family Business within Two Years

    CJN Ariwoola Accused of Blatant Nepotism, Turned Judiciary into Family Business within Two Years

    CJN Ariwoola Accused of Blatant Nepotism.

    …Justice Mabel Segun-Bello says, corruption and nepotism are rampant in the judiciary

     

    Outgoing Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kayode Ariwoola, is facing severe allegations of nepotism and corruption.

    Critics are accusing him of prioritizing family interests over the integrity of the judiciary.

     

    Breaking: Tinubu Approves 300% Salary Increase for Judicial Officers

     

    Under Ariwoola’s leadership, the National Judicial Council (NJC) has been embroiled in controversies surrounding the appointment of judicial officers.

     

    Key allegations include the appointment of his son, Olukayode Ariwoola Jr., as a Federal High Court judge, despite limited legal experience. His daughter-in-law, Ariwoola Oluwakemi Victoria, was also appointed as a judge of the FCT High Court.

    Prison Experience Shifted My Perspective On Freedom – Omah Lay

     

    Adding to the controversy, Ariwoola’s brother, Adebayo Lateef Ariwoola, was appointed as the head of the NJC’s audit department, raising concerns about conflict of interest.

    Furthermore, the CJN facilitated the appointment of his nephew, Lateef Ganiyu, as a justice of the Nigeria Court of Appeal.

     

     

    These appointments have sparked outrage and raised questions about the merit-based nature of judicial appointments.

     

    Justice Mabel Segun-Bello of the FCT High Court has publicly stated that corruption and nepotism are rampant in the judiciary, with political backing often required to secure a judicial position.

     

     

    As Ariwoola prepares to step down, these allegations have cast a long shadow over his legacy and raised serious concerns about the state of the Nigerian judiciary.

  • 2027: PDP’ll Die If Atiku Emerges Presidential Candidate – Primate Ayodele

    2027: PDP’ll Die If Atiku Emerges Presidential Candidate – Primate Ayodele

    The spiritual head of the INRI evangelical church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, against giving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar its 2027 presidential ticket.

    Primate Ayodele warned that PDP would die if Atiku emerged as its 2027 presidential candidate.

    In a video shared on his X handle, Primate Ayodele said: “PDP, if you want to fail, give Atiku your presidency. You will see that you will fail. It is going to be a cheap victory for APC.

    “Atiku is not the answer for the PDP in 2027. He is not the answer. If you try Atiku, then, politically, PDP is dead. That is the end of PDP.”

    Atiku has made several attempts to become Nigeria’s president.

    While he emerged as the Vice President in 1999, every effort to occupy the highest political seat in Nigeria has failed.

    In 2023, Atiku came second after he was defeated by President Bola Tinubu in a keenly contested election.

  • Prison Experience Shifted My Perspective On Freedom – Omah Lay

     Omah Lay

    Stanley Omah Didia, the famous Afrobeats star, who is popularly known as Omah Lay, has opened up about the positive impact of his prison ordeal in Uganda on his life and career.

    Recall that Omah Lay and Tems were arrested and charged to court and subsequently detained in prison in Uganda for making an appearance at a concert held in the country at Speke Resort, Kampala, on December 12, 2020, despite COVID-19 social distancing regulations.

    They were eventually granted bail after three days in jail.

    Speaking in a recent interview with Amazon Music, Omah Lay stated that his jail experience shifted his perspective on freedom.

    He said after the experience, his love for freedom increased, and he expressed it in every one of his songs.

    “”After being in that cell for three days, I just love my freedom so much now that I fight for it with every record… I don’t want to give Uganda so much credit for locking me up, but that shifted my perspective about freedom,” the ‘Soso’ crooner said.

  • Kidnapped Anambra Commissioner, Wife Released

    Kidnapped Anambra Commissioner, Wife Released

    Anambra State commissioner for youth development, Hon Patrick Aghamba who was kidnapped last Friday, alongside his wife has been reportedly released.

    Aghamba and his wife were taken by gunmen on Friday while traveling in a commercial vehicle to Abuja for the wedding of the daughter of the governor of the state, Prof Chukwuma Soludo.

    His aide who travelled alongside him, ABK Offiah was killed by the gunmen.

    Details of the release are not clear yet, but sources said they were released on Saturday night.

    Uche Nworah, a facebook user posted on his page: “Great news. Kidnapped Anambra Youth Commissioner Aghamba and his wife have been released. To God be the glory.”

    As of the time of filing this report, both the press Secretary to the governor, Mr Christian Aburime and the spokesperson for Anambra State Police command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga were yet to reply to messages of equity sent to them by DAILY POST.

  • Photos From The White Wedding Ceremony Of Governor Soludo

     Adaora Ifeatu Soludo

    The Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo’s daughter, Adaora Ifeatu Soludo, and her man Arinze Ibekwe had their church wedding on Saturday.

    The couple had their court wedding in the UK and their traditional wedding in Isuofia, Anambra State.

    On Saturday, August 17, the couple was joined in a church in Abuja.

    Dignitaries present at the wedding include  Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige, Bayelsa State Governor Duoye Diri, among others.

    See photos below.

  • BREAKING: Former Ogun Governor Gbenga Daniel Speaks Out on Seized Presidential Jets, Proposes Solution

    BREAKING: Former Ogun Governor Gbenga Daniel Speaks Out on Seized Presidential Jets, Proposes Solution

    Former Governor of Ogun State, Gbenga Daniel, has finally broken his silence over the controversy on Nigeria’s presidential jets seized recently.

     

    Ejes Gist News gathered that the jets were grounded in Europe a few days ago, following a court injunction by a Chinese firm, Zhongfu International Investment FXE, over a contract dispute with the Ogun State Government.

     

    Presidential Jets Seizure: Amosun Also Cancelled My Ogun Contract, Just Like He Did to a Chinese Firm – Pat Utomi

     

    Daniel was the serving governor from 2003 to 2011 when the contract was signed in 2007.

     

    Buttressing the statement, he cited the need to enhance diplomatic measures involving Nigeria’s collective interests and assets.

     

    A statement from the office of Daniel explained that he is not in any way connected to the current legal deliberations, but will definitely help the federal government in arriving at a political solution.

    Presidential Jets Seizure: I Mistakenly Signed Away Ogun’s Multibillion-Naira Trade Zone to Chinese Investors, Ibikunle Amosun Confesses

     

    The Senate President charged the press to cooperate with the government in ensuring a constructive resolution, rather than politicking about the nation’s assets and integrity.

     

    “Since the report of the Arbitration and legal matters between a Chinese Firm and the Federal Government of Nigeria/ Ogun State Government on the termination of Management contract at the Ogun/ Guangdong Free Trade Zone, the Media Office of His Excellency, The Senator Otunba Engr Gbenga Daniel, FNSE, FAEng has been inundated with calls requesting for Otunba Daniel’s reaction on the matter.”.

     

    “We need to establish clearly that Otunba Gbenga Daniel, or his administration, is not in discussion on the matter before the courts and arbitration; neither were the terms or proprietary of the Agreement for the establishment of FTZ, but rather, the termination of a Management Contract. The judgements in all the courts are very clear on this.”.

     

    This is a very sensitive matter involving our collective national assets and commonwealth, which every patriotic Nigerian should be concerned about. And as an elder statesman who had been privileged to serve as governor of Ogun State, during which time he was able to carry out a number of developmental projects, like the establishment of the Ogun/Guangdong Free Trade Zone and others, and through which he impacted on the lives of many citizens, and presently a serving Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, it is in this patriotic path that he chooses to thread.

     

    “Rather than the media comments, the most reasonable course of action Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel would rather engage in at this critical time is to help Nigeria through President and Commander-in-Chief, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, toward finding a diplomatic solution on the issue at hand with available records that could assist the Federal Government in pursuing its course before the arbitration and before the courts.”. He cannot do this on the pages of newspapers and in other media, which may also compromise the strength of arguments by Nigeria in the courts.

     

    “We need to also appreciate that this matter is before various courts in several countries and it is subjudice for anyone to speak on them.”.

     

    “But let us emphasize again that the Ogun/Guangdong Free Trade Zone project still exists, several Nigerians working there as we write this, just as there are several companies still doing their legitimate businesses. It is from this development perspective that the efforts of Otunba Gbenga Daniel should be well appreciated.”.

     

    “At the time of his handover in 2011, about 56 companies were at different stages of operations, construction, and showing interest in the Free Trade Zone, through which various life-impacting developments, such as the construction of roads, schools for the local community, a scholarship, and sponsorship of many Nigerians for academic pursuits, etc. have taken place at Igbesa area, which was otherwise a rural community before the establishment of the Free Trade Zone.”.

     

    “So many misleading reports and misrepresentation of facts on Timelines of activities relating to the establishment and Operations of the Free Trade Zone are in circulation, especially on the social media, and we beg that the media should partner with the Nigerian government in finding a very productive solution to this matter in Nigeria’s interest. It is not time to play politics with the assets and integrity of our dear country.”.

     

    “We sincerely appreciate all efforts at reaching out for Otunba Daniel’s side of the story as we also seek the understanding of all those who called to appreciate his sturdy silence to be able to assist the President on the way out of this testy time and situation.”

     

  • Presidential Jets Seizure: Amosun Also Cancelled My Ogun Contract, Just Like He Did to a Chinese Firm – Pat Utomi

    Presidential Jets Seizure: Amosun Also Cancelled My Ogun Contract, Just Like He Did to a Chinese Firm – Pat Utomi

    Ogun Indigene ‘Committed Suicide’ Over Lease Contract Termination By Then Ogun Gov Amosun, Just Like Chinese Company, Zhongshan–Pat Utomi

     

    Renowned political economist, Pat Utomi, on Sunday, revealed how he suffered to pay back millions of naira in loans after former governor of Ogun State, Ibikunle Amosun, allegedly cancelled a contract he had with the state government.

    Utomi disclosed this while reacting to Amosun’s admission that a contract he cancelled while he was Ogun governor has now led Nigeria to an embarrassing situation in which the country’s presidential jets are being seized in Europe.

    Presidential Jets Seizure: I Mistakenly Signed Away Ogun’s Multibillion-Naira Trade Zone to Chinese Investors, Ibikunle Amosun Confesses

     

    Amosun in a statement published by Naija News said he cancelled the contract with the Chinese firm in 2016 after the Ogun government discovered that the firm’s claims were false.

     

    The Chinese firm Zhongfu International Investment FXE recently secured a French court order to seize three Nigerian presidential jets over its business dispute with the Ogun government.

     

    Pat Utomi in his reaction in a post on X wrote, “The Chinese were not the only victims. One prominent Ogun indigene allegedly committed suicide with similar Amosun action. I too was a victim.

     

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    “I had leased OPIC land in Lagos in a BOT agreement under Gov Daniel. Amosun stopped all such on being sworn in.”

     

    Utomi said he met with Amosun over the issue and the governor promised to resolve it but it was never resolved. He said he also sought the intervention of Bola Tinubu, who was not Nigeria’s president then, but to no avail.

     

    “I lost my weary SA partners who owned a successful regional chain across Southern Africa and Asia. I licked my wounds and Slaved to pay off the loans. The Chinese had better leverage,” he wrote.

     

    The full statement reads, “So it was Gov Amosun’s violation of contract terms signed by his predecessor that brought the shame of seizure of jets from the Presidential fleet. I hope he is happy at his achievement’.

     

    “The whole matter is Khama at work. The Chinese were not the only victims. One prominent Ogun indigene allegedly committed suicide with similar Amosun action. I too was a victim.

     

    “I had leased OPIC land in Lagos in a BOT agreement under Gov Daniel. Amosun stopped all such on being sworn in. I called him. He said he did not see my name on the list. I went to Abeokuta and he called in Yewandw Amusan who said mine was a straight forward deal they did not include it.

     

    “He asked that all be included but mine be quickly sorted. That began a rigmarole that went on for years. I made another trip to Abeokuta. He drove me back to Lagos at the wheels with my driver trailing along with the escorts and sirens.

     

    “He had earlier asked that I make a request for refund of what I paid even though my South African partners and I had invested 200m in addition to the lease amount at the time.

     

    “With just two of us in the car he advised I make a claim for 100m and write for additional payments the day after I cash the cheque. It was surreal but if I got nothing more it would be better than being in court until we both retire.

     

    “I took the case to APC leader BAT and Baba Akande. No result. Took it to Dapo Abiodun when he took over. Nothing came of it. If this happened to Frieda I wondered what enemies were going through.

     

    “I lost my weary SA partners who owned a successful regional chain across Southern Africa and Asia. I licked my wounds and Slaved to pay off the loans. The Chinese had better leverage.

     

    “They took it and all are shamed. My new book Power Policy Politics and Performance documents a similar case study in Enugu involving SA investors as the gubernatorial batons changed hands. When shall we learn. Values shape human progress.”

  • Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today August 18, 2024: Black Market and CBN official rates

    Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today August 18, 2024: Black Market and CBN official rates

    Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today Black Market and CBN official Exchange Markets.

    What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)?

     

    For many Nigerians, especially those engaged in foreign trade, travel, and investments, there is a nagging concern for the dollar-naira black market exchange rate.

     

    The black market rate for dollars to naira, parallel or Aboki FX as some know it will most of the time give different rates from the official CBN rates.

     

    The dollar to naira exchange rate at this point was still wiggling up and down. We will discuss in this article how the rate has moved up to this current dollar to naira exchange rate today, August 18, 2024, what drives the rate, and how all these affect the economy of Nigeria.

    Dollar to Naira Today Black Market.

     

    Current Black Market Dollar to Naira exchange rate. 

    • Buying Rate: N1597
    • Selling Rate: N1605

    Official CBN Rates

    • Buying Rate: N1575
    • Selling Rate: N1576

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    Understanding the Dollar to Naira Black Market for Forex

    What is the Black Market?

    The black market refers to unofficial exchange channels where currencies are traded without government regulation. This market often provides more competitive rates due to the high demand and limited supply of foreign currencies.

    Why Do People Use the Black Market?

    People turn to the black market due to:

    • Favorable Rates: Often higher than official rates.
    • Accessibility: Easier to obtain foreign currency without stringent regulatory requirements.

    Factors Influencing Black Market Rates.

    Economic Policies

    Government decisions on interest rates, inflation control, and forex regulations by the CBN directly affect the naira’s value. Policy adjustments aimed at stabilizing the naira impact the exchange rates.

    Supply and Demand

    The availability of foreign currency versus its demand significantly influences exchange rates. A shortage of foreign currency or high demand leads to naira depreciation.

    Political Stability

    Geopolitical events and internal political stability affect investor confidence. Political unrest or uncertainty can cause the naira to depreciate, while stability strengthens it.

    Global Economic Conditions

    Global market conditions, such as oil prices, international economic trends, and global inflation rates, influence the naira’s value. A significant drop in oil prices, for instance, negatively impacts Nigeria’s economy.

    Comparing Dollar to Naira Official and  Black Market Rates

    Why the Disparity?

    Several factors contribute to the disparity:

    • Supply and Demand: Limited availability in the official market drives people to the black market.
    • Regulatory Restrictions: CBN imposes limits on forex availability, leading to higher black market rates.
    • Economic Instability: Fluctuations in oil prices and inflation prompt people to seek more favorable black market rates.

    Impact on the Economy

    High black market rates can:

    • Inflation: Increase costs for imported goods.
    • Investment: Deter foreign investment due to economic instability.
    • Trade: Benefit exporters while imposing higher costs on importers.

    Using the Parallel Market Safely

    Tips for Transactions

    • Verify Rates: Check reliable sources like Aboki FX for the latest rates.
    • Reputable Dealers: Engage with trusted Bureau De Change operators to avoid scams.

    Pounds and Euro to Naira Exchange Rates

    Pounds to Naira (CBN Rates)

    • Buying Rate: ₦2,073
    • Selling Rate: ₦2,074

    Euro to Naira (Black Market Rates)

    • Buying Rate: ₦1,768
    • Selling Rate: ₦1,780

    Geegpay and Grey: Online Exchange Platforms

    Geegpay Rates

    • EUR (€): Buying at ₦1,690.03, Selling at ₦1,695.55
    • GBP (£): Buying at ₦1,950, Selling at ₦1,965
    • USD ($): Buying at ₦1,504, Selling at ₦1,570

    Grey Rates

    • EUR (€): Buying at ₦1,640.03, Selling at ₦1,719
    • GBP (£): Buying at ₦1,902, Selling at ₦2,015
    • USD ($): Buying at ₦1,550, Selling at ₦1,570

    FAQs on Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate. 

    How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? The buying rate is N1601, and the selling rate is N1602 as of August 18, 2024.

    Why does the black market offer higher rates than the CBN? The black market rates are driven by supply and demand dynamics, regulatory restrictions, and economic instability.

    Is it legal to trade forex in the black market? While the CBN discourages it, many engage in the black market due to the unavailability of sufficient forex through official channels.

    What are the risks of trading in the black market? Among these risks are fluctuating rates, possible frauds, and illegality of such transactions.

    Can the CBN influence black market rates? The CBN can only influence these rates through monetary policy, forex interventions, and regulatory measures; no direct control exists over such.

    How often do black market rates change? Rates can change on a daily or even multiple times per day, depending on market conditions and economic news.

    Conclusion on Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate Today.

    The black market dollar-to-naira exchange rate represents an interaction of intricate components: economic factors, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics.

    This is real life to so many Nigerians; it also underlines the depth and scope of challenges and opportunities encountered within the Nigerian economic landscape.

    The rates, coupled with their underpinning determinants, are quite instrumental in making decisions related to finance.

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    Federal Government of Nigeria to Raise N190 Billion in August Bond Auction

     

    The Federal Government of Nigeria, via the Debt Management Office (DMO), has announced plans to raise N190 billion from the bond market in August 2024. This amount marks a significant decrease of at least 37% compared to the N300 billion raised in the last bond offer earlier this year.

    The bond offering is scheduled to be conducted through an auction on August 19, 2024. The auction will feature three re-openings, each with different maturity dates and interest rates, providing potential investors with a variety of investment options. This move is part of the government’s strategy to manage its debt and finance its budgetary requirements efficiently.

  • Some Retirees Receive N500 Monthly Pension – Union

    Some Retirees Receive N500 Monthly Pension – Union

    The Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP), on Sunday, said some retirees are still receiving N500 as a monthly pension in the country.

    Alhassan Musa, the Secretary of the union in Kaduna State, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), described the condition of the returnees as “pathetic”.

    He said that most of the affected retirees were in precarious conditions, adding that, “they sacrificed their lives and services for the nation.

    “The worst affected are pensioners in most of the Southern and oil producing states in spite of getting fat allocations from the federation account.

    “The condition of pensioners in some Northern states and the FCT are far better, as some of them received between N3,500 and N18,000 monthly pension”.

    Musa, who is also the NUP scribe in charge of the 19 Northern states and the North-West, however, said that only retirees in Kaduna State were earning N30,000 minimum pension monthly.

    The secretary recalled that the Kaduna state government in 2020 implemented N30,000 minimum pension during the administration of Gov. Nasir El-Rufa’i.

    He, therefore, advocated for a 50 per cent upward review of the minimum pension, to improve the social and economic wellbeing of the retirees.

    This, he said, is necessary considering the socio-economic realities in the country.

    “The union proposed a 50 per cent increment even under the defunct N30,000 national minimum wage.

    “We are anticipating that the 50 per cent increment would be approved in line with the new N70,000 national minimum wage.

    *Even under the Federal Government, some pensioners are receiving N10,000 minimum pension.

    “We are hoping that the federal government will balance it up so that no pensioner will receive less than N70,000 as his/her monthly pension.

    “Let pensioners also enjoy the same benefits the workers are enjoying.

    “If a worker is receiving N70,000 minimum salary, so, let the pensioner enjoy the same,” he said, adding that the monthly minimum pension should be at par with the new national minimum wage.

    Musa also urged Gov. Uba Sani to emulate El-Rufa’i by being the first governor to implement the N70,000 minimum pension.

    He added that workers who retired under the contributory pension system were facing formidable challenges.

  • Why I Fell In Love With Adekunle Gold – Singer, Simi

     Simi

    Simisola Kosoko, the famous Nigerian singer, who is popularly known as Simi, has revealed why she fell in love with her husband, singer Adekunle Gold.

    The mother of one revealed that she fell in love with her husband because of his graphic designing and photoshopping skills.

    She disclosed this while hailing Gold after he successfully edited a water bottle out of Nigerian chess master, Tunde Onakoya’s photo on X on Saturday after the chess master asked for the favour.

    Reposting Gold’s edited version of the chess master’s photo, Simi wrote, “This was why I fell for you. I don’t know who sent you to start singing.”

    Recall that Adekunle Gold was a sensational photoshopper before he got signed to Olamide’s record label, YBNL Nation, after designing the label’s logo.

    Gold got married to fellow singer Simi on January 9, 2019, in Lagos. The couple welcomed their first child, Adejare, in 2020.

  • EPL: We Won’t Be Top Four – Guardiola Issues Warning To Man City Players

    EPL: We Won’t Be Top Four – Guardiola Issues Warning To Man City Players

    Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has warned his players that they will neither win the Premier League title nor finish in top four if they are not motivated this season.

    City have won the last four titles in the English top flight.

    This season, Guardiola’s men are seeking to lift their seventh in eight years.

    But Guardiola has said they need to be up for it.

    Speaking ahead of Sunday’s clash at Chelsea, he said: “Our job is to make sure we do the proper things, because when you do that you win and you live better.

    “The other way, if you believe you have done it and relax, you won’t win, you won’t be top four.

    “That’s always the target at the start of the season.”

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    Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has warned his players that they will neither win the Premier League title nor finish in top four if they are not motivated this season.

    City have won the last four titles in the English top flight.

    This season, Guardiola’s men are seeking to lift their seventh in eight years.

    But Guardiola has said they need to be up for it.

    Speaking ahead of Sunday’s clash at Chelsea, he said: Our job is to make sure we do the proper things, because when you do that you win and you live better.

    “The other way, if you believe you have done it and relax, you won’t win, you won’t be top four.

    “That’s always the target at the start of the season.”

  • Presidency Opens Up on Claims That a Member of Tinubu’s Economic Council Is Behind Petrol Imports from Malta

    Presidency Opens Up on Claims That a Member of Tinubu’s Economic Council Is Behind Petrol Imports from Malta

    Presidency Denies Allegations Against Economic Council Member Aliu, Clarifies Role in Petrol Imports.

     

    The presidency has refuted claims that Abdulkabir Adisa Aliu, a member of President Bola Tinubu’s Economic Coordination Council, is one of Malta’s largest importers of petrol.

     

    The allegations stemmed from a report linking Aliu to the importation of petrol from Malta, which was discharged at the Matrix jetty in Koko, Delta State, in July 2024.

    The controversy began after Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Petroleum Refinery, accused Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) officials, oil traders, and terminals of establishing a blending plant in Malta. However, NNPCL’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, denied any involvement in the Malta plant.

    In response to the accusations, Aliu denied any misconduct in his business dealings and promised a full response. An insider had shared documents with The Cable, suggesting over 200,000 tonnes of petrol from Malta had been imported.

     

    Reacting to the situation, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, defended Aliu’s integrity, emphasizing his long-standing career in the petrol business, which spans over 20 years.

     

    Ajayi dismissed the accusations as baseless, stating that Aliu’s role in the downstream sector has no connection to his membership in the Economic Council.

    Ajayi’s statement reads, “Matrix is an active player in the downstream sector, with operations predating the current administration. The company runs over 150 retail stations across the country and possesses one of Nigeria’s largest independent product storage facilities. Accusations of importing bad fuel are without merit and seem to be an attempt to create unnecessary controversy.”

     

     

    Ajayi also highlighted the prominence of the members of President Tinubu’s Economic Council, noting that they were selected from key leaders in critical sectors of the economy, including Aliko Dangote, Segun Agbaje, and Tony Elumelu.

    The presidency’s clarification aims to dispel any notion that Aliu’s business practices are linked to his role in President Tinubu’s administration.

  • EPL: I Don’t Have Motivation To Win Title Now – Guardiola

    EPL: I Don’t Have Motivation To Win Title Now – Guardiola

    Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, has said he does not have motivation to win the Premier League title right now.

    Guardiola is aiming to win his seventh title in eight years, having won the last four in a row.

    However, the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich boss is not looking far ahead.

    For him, the immediate attention is on their league opener against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

    “When we arrive in the last month and we are close to winning another Premier League, then that will be the motivation.

    “But now? For me the motivation to win another Premier League is not there… for me it will be in the last month. Now it’s: ‘Can we beat Chelsea?’”

    City have already landed their first piece of silverware this season, thanks to a penalty shoot-out win over Manchester United in the Community Shield.

  • Been Silent For Too Long – Jude Okoye Promises To Tell All Amid Psquare Breakup Saga

    He said he will speak later this evening to address the P-Square breakup, EFCC case, and the allegation he started a secret company and diverted funds from their joint company.

     Jude Okoye

    Jude Okoye, the elder brother of Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye, has vowed to speak up and tell his own story.

    He said he will no longer remain silent amid the allegations levelled against him by his younger bother, Peter.

    He said he will speak later this evening to address the P-Square breakup, EFCC case, and the allegation he started a secret company and diverted funds from their joint company.

    “Been silent for too long,” he wrote on Instagram. 

    Jude, 50, was the manager of the now defunct P-Square group made up of his twin younger brothers, Peter and Paul.

    However, Peter accused him of creating a secret company with his wife Ifeoma Okoye and diverting funds from their joint company to it.

  • ‘No Woman Has Ever Broken Up With Me’ – ‘King Of Steeze’ Farooq Oreagba

    ‘No Woman Has Ever Broken Up With Me’ – ‘King Of Steeze’ Farooq Oreagba

    Farooq Oreagba, fondly called “King of Steeze,” has boasted that no woman has ever broken up with him despite being divorced twice.

    In a recent chat with content creator, Timi Agbaje, the investment banker claimed that he was the one who walked out of the marriage on both occasions.

    Oreagba disclosed that he’s currently single but added that he is seeing someone.

    “I have been twice divorced. I’m single now. I must say in both cases, I was the one that walked away. No women left me,” he said.

    “I got three beautiful boys. The oldest is 24… I was living a very fast life, the Almighty decided that Farooq, you’re chopping life too much. Let me just give you something to ginger you small. So I was diagnosed with cancer 10 years ago.

    “It’s nice to know that there are so many women that still find me attractive. I’m seeing someone right now. We getting there [love]. She’s good. She got my back 247.”

    He said marriage scares him but he’s open to love.

    “Marriage scares the hell out of me. But definitely, I’m open to love. We start with love and then we move to marriage. I’m open to love and where it leads, I’m open for the ride.”

    DAILY POST recalls that Farooq Oreagba was recently appointed as global ambassador of arts and culture by the Nigerian Government after his iconic pictures from the 2024 Ojude Oba festival went viral.