January January, the gateway to a brand-new year, unfolds with its 31 days of promise. It signals a fresh chapter filled with opportunities, aspirations, and plans waiting to take shape — a time to celebrate new beginnings and embrace the endless possibilities ahead. Typically, January is the coldest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, representing the height of winter. It also hosts various cultural and religious observances, such as Orthodox Christmas (7 January) and Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the United States (the third Monday in January). For many, January begins with a holiday, but the preceding…
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Usyk v Fury 11 To retain his unified heavyweight titles. Oleksandr Usyk has defeated Tyson Fury by unanimous decision. The loss was the first of the British fighter’s professional career, and Usyk became the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the world since Lennox Lewis 25 years ago.The Ukrainian boxer was victorious over Fury for the second time in 2024 as the duo sweated it out at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in the early hours of Sunday.Usyk won the bout after all three judges scored it 116-112 in favour of the 37-year-old champion.Usyk defeated Fury via split decision during their first…
Market According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights ,UDHR, Article 25(1), everyone has the right to standard of living adequate for their health and well-being, which includes access to food, clothing, and housing.Similarly, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights ,ICESCR, Article 11 emphasizes the right to an adequate standard of living, including sufficient food. Furthermore, the Covenant recognizes the fundamental right to be free from hunger and advocates for measures both individual and international to eliminate hunger. It is widely acknowledged that inadequate food availability can lead to health issues, as food is as essential to…
Tinubu President Bola Tinubu congratulates political scientist, public administrator and Federal Civil Service Commission Chairman Prof. Tunji Olaopa as he clocks the milestone 65 years today, Friday, December 20, 2024. A reputable intellectual and advocate of public service reforms and institutional strengthening, Olaopa rose to the zenith of his civil service career. Before retiring, he served as Permanent Secretary in various ministries to establish the Ibadan School of Government and Public Policy. He later lectured at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies in Kuru, near Jos. President Tinubu commends Prof. Olaopa for his contributions to nation-building through his…
Ernest Obiejesi (Obijackson). Some yet-to-be-confirmed number of persons are feared dead and others injured following a stampede that occurred at the gate of the Obijackson Centre, in Okija, in the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State, on Saturday. The stampede occurred during the sharing of palliatives including rice, vegetable oil and money. It was gathered that victims were mostly women and children who were gathered at the gate, struggling to gain entrance amid a very large and uncontrollable crowd. The palliatives were donated by a member of the community, Chief Ernest Obiejesi (Obijackson). Eyewitnesses at the venue said many…
Rema Former US President Barack Obama has unveiled his much awaited annual playlist, featuring his top picks for 2024. Shared on his verified X account, this year’s list boasts a diverse lineup of artists and genres, with Nigerian music stars Rema and Asake making a notable appearance. Rema’s hit single “Yayo” earned a spot on the playlist, solidifying his global appeal and the growing influence of Afrobeats. Asake’s collaboration with American rapper Travis Scott, “Active,” also made the cut.Other standout tracks on Obama’s playlist include songs by international icons Billie Eilish (“Lunch”), Beyoncé (“Texas Hold ‘Em”), and Kendrick Lamar (“Squabble Up”). Nation
The Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON) recently hosted an end-of-year gathering to honor its outgoing Executive Council Members who served during the 2022-2024 administration under the leadership of Otunba Femi Davies. At the well-attended event, the new SDNON President, Adeniyi Ifetayo, praised the outgoing administration for establishing a strong foundation for the organization’s future growth. Ifetayo emphasized that his administration is committed to building upon their predecessors’ achievements while introducing innovative programs focused on member welfare and professional development. “We are positioned to make a significant impact on the society, particularly in areas of welfare and capacity…
Polaris Bank over the weekend, added yet another feather to its cap by winning Sustainability, Enterprise, and Responsibility Awards (SERAS), Africa’s most renowned and prestigious Sustainability/Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) recognition, for its consistent and impactful critical community interventions across Nigeria over the years. At the 18th edition of the SERAS Awards, held at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos, recognition came the way of Polaris Bank in what the organisers described as “the Banks unwavering commitment to sustainable development and impactful community interventions across Nigeria”. The SERAS Awards, widely regarded as Africa’s gold standard in Sustainability and CSR, celebrates organizations that…
The Committee of Banks in Nigeria on Thursday lifted the victims of the recent flooding in some parts of Jigawa State with a solidarity visit to Dutse, the state capital, during which they made donation of assorted items of relief materials to the State Government as part of their own contribution to alleviate the plight of those impacted by the September 2024 natural disaster. The donation of the relief materials comprising food items, including bags of rice, cartons of vegetable cooking oil, mattresses, and beverages were presented to the Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar A. Namadi, by a high-powered…
We have received numerous inquiries from the media and other concerned stakeholders seeking clarification on a recent report attributed to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) that their decision to secure a $1 billion loan backed by its crude was instrumental in supporting the Dangote refinery during liquidity challenges. We would like to clarify that this is a misrepresentation of the situation as $1bn is just about 5% of the investment that went into building the Dangote Refinery. Our decision to enter into a partnership with NNPCL was based on recognition of their strategic position in the industry as…