The Concerned Yoruba Youth of Nigeria has condemned the proposed bill by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, that mandates only individuals who have served with the chambers to be appointed as the Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA). Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, the National President of the group, Oluwasegun Thompson, and its National Secretary, Ayofemi Badmus, said the proposed bill is a discrimination to well-meaning Nigerians that qualified to serve as the Clerk. It said: “We are aware that the Clerk of the National Assembly plays a very important role in the functioning of the…
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Football is more than a sport; it’s a global economic powerhouse. What began as simple leisure activities in local parks and modest stadiums has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar industry. Today, football clubs are not just sporting institutions; they are complex businesses with diverse revenue streams. The sport’s commercialization has transformed how clubs operate, how players are valued, and how fans engage with the game. Here, we will discuss the business aspect of football and the financial mechanisms that drive the sport. We will also explore how teams try to balance books as regulated by Financial Fair Play (FFP) to maintain…
By Okanga Agila Leadership in any sector demands foresight, expertise, and a steadfast dedication to institutional reforms that promote long-term prosperity. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), led by Engineer Gbenga Komolafe, has seen an uncommon era of leadership in the country’s oil and gas industry. Since taking office in 2021, he has guided the Commission toward efficiency, openness, and now more on reforms that support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. His remarkable experience in engineering, law, and institutional process studies has been instrumental in helping NUPRC reorient itself to fulfill its statutory mandate. The NUPRC is…
Eulogizes First Lady @55 As the Delta State First Lady, Mrs. Tobore Oborevwori marks her 55 birthday, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of 649 Suits, Asaba, Delta State, Mr. Afakwu Ikechukwu, has commended her for providing support for vulnerable people in society through her foundation. Afakwu who stated this in his birthday goodwill message to the First Lady said behind every successful man there is a great woman. The First Lady has provided the needed support Governor Sheriff Oborevwori needs to succeed. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the popular 649 Suits Asaba also described the…
By Okanga Agila Senator Abdul-Aziz Yari Abubakar’s life has been shaped by a profound sense of purpose, driven by his strong faith and upbringing. As a devout Muslim, he was deeply influenced by the teachings of the Holy Quran and the Prophet (PBH), as well as the exemplary life of his late father, Alhaji Abubakar Yari. Yari’s father was his greatest inspiration, and his teachings have had a lasting impact on his life. Even as an adult, Yari continues to draw strength and guidance from his father’s legacy, often visiting his gravesite at Talata Mafara Central Cemetery to pray and…
The Muslim Ummah of Southwest Nigeria (MUSWEN) is worried over the unnecessary noise; misinformation and unfounded allegations credited to the Non-Muslims on the establishment Independent Shariah Arbitration Panel in some parts of the region. The leadership of the umbrella body for Muslims in the southwest is more disturbed that some high personalities in the region including traditional rulers and senior state government law officials were at the forefront of misleading the public on the issue of Independent Shariah Arbitration Panel. We expect that with the intervention of the number one Muslim body in the country, the Nigerian Supreme Council for…
The Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA) will on Saturday February 8, celebrate 29 of its members for their remarkable achievements and excellence in their professional and humanitarian works. This is contained in a statement from the Public Relations Officer of the Association, Ibraheem Fagbenro, saying the 15th edition of the programme will hold at Bovina-View Hotel, Ilorin, Kwara State. The programme dubbed : National Honors Day, will feature a lecture entitled ” Nigeria’s Economic Reforms: Mitigating the Challenges through sustainable Socio- Economic Measures,” to be delivered by Hon. Justice Ahmad Abdul Raheem Sayi Qadi, Shariah Court of Appeal,…
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the Nigerian Maritime University Bill into law. NBA President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, hailed the move as historic, noting the bill’s passage comes years after the university was initially proposed as a solution to unrest in the Niger Delta. Osigwe emphasised the university’s potential to generate employment for residents of the Niger Delta and provide specialized maritime skills to Nigerians. He stated that the President’s assent is a positive step towards reinforcing peace in the region. The NBA President urged the people of the Niger Delta to…
• Revenue soars 109.3% to ₦1.53 trillion• Gross Profit grows by 107.9% to ₦541.71 billion• Profit After Tax rises by 145.3% to ₦274.95 billion• Earnings Per Share (EPS) increases by 145.3% to ₦15.27 BUA Foods Plc, a leading manufacturer of food products has announced its exceptional FY 2024 unaudited financial results, demonstrating resilience amidst economic headwinds. The company’s result shows consistent growth and outstanding performance on all key financial indicators. Leveraging its clear expansion strategy, the BUA Foods is well poised to continue delivering strong results and superior value to its stakeholders on the way to fulfilling Africa’s food demands.…
The Omoluabi Progressives, a political group led by ex-Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, has said its members have resolved to quit the All Progressives Congress. A statement signed by the Organising and Publicity Secretary, Omoluabi Progressives, Oluwaseun Abosede, obtained in Osogbo, stated that the decision to quit APC was the consensus of the stakeholders in the group. Abosede said the decision was taken after the group ratified an earlier resolution of members from the 332 wards across Osun State at its monthly meeting held in Ilesa on Sunday. “Some of the reasons adduced for the resolution include ostracisation from the…