Leverkusen Dominates Union Berlin with 4-0 Victory
By Saka Bashir Adegboyega (SIWES Student, Kwara State University) In a commanding 4-0 win against Union Berlin, Leverkusen’s Nathan Tella, newly enlisted in the Super Eagles squad, celebrated his national call-up by scoring his first Bundesliga goal. Tella, acquired from Southampton in the summer, emerged from the shadow of Jonas Hoffmann, delivering a standout performance. […]
Ugandan Ambassador Applauds Nigerian Golf and Tour Group
By Saka Bashir Adegboyega (SIWES Student, Kwara State University) The Uganda High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Nelson Ocheger, commended the Nigerian Golf and Tour Group for their recent golfing expedition in Uganda. This praise occurred during the prize presentation at the conclusion of their two-day golf tournament, spanning from the Serena Golf Course to the […]
Lobi Stars Maintain Lead in NPFL, Remo Stars Rise to Second Place
By Saka Bashir Adegboyega (SIWES Student, Kwara State University) Lobi Stars assert their dominance in the Nigeria Premier Football League, securing the top spot with 17 points after a hard-fought 1-0 home victory against Sporting Lagos, courtesy of Chinedu Sunday’s 29th-minute strike. Meanwhile, Remo Stars showcase strength, claiming the second position with 15 points following […]
Tinubu Vows Support for Traditional Rulers Amid Growing Insecurity Concerns
By Adeosun Christiana (SIWES StudentDS Adegbenro Polytechnic) President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expressed his commitment to supporting traditional rulers in fostering peace and security within their realms. He advocated for a constitutional role for these leaders, suggesting that the National Assembly should enact legislation to formalize their support. This declaration occurred during the 70th birthday celebration […]
Dangote Refinery Secures License to Process 300,000bpd Nigerian Crude
By Olanrewaju Joseph (SIWES Student, OSCOTECH) Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest individual, announced that his refinery has obtained a license to refine over 300,000 barrels of Nigerian crude daily. The refinery, set to commence gasoline production soon, prioritizes utilizing Nigerian crude for its initial operations. Despite missing the initial production target in August, Dangote is confident […]
Teacher Stabbed By Former Student In Jalingo.
By Samuel Abigael Busayo (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) In Taraba, a tragic incident occurred in Jalingo, the state’s capital, where a former student allegedly fatally stabbed a teacher. The victim, Mr. Bassey Sardauna of Government Model School, Jalingo, was attacked following a previous altercation. The suspect, identified as James Williams, is currently […]
Two Lives Were Tragically Lost, Ten Individuals Sustained Injuries In A Car Accident On Lagos-Ibadan Road Highway.
By Samuel Abigael Busayo (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) According to a statement by Florence Okpe, the correspondent of the Ogun State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps, the accident occurred at approximately 8:32 am on Friday. It involved a Mazda bus with the registration number XV945EPE at the Kara section […]
Lokoja Voting Station Witnesses Low Voter Turnout In Kogi State Election.
By Samuel Abigeal Busayo (SIWES student, Adegbenro Polytechnic) On Saturday, there was a noticeable low voter turnout in Lokoja Local Government Area during the Kogi State election, specifically in two polling units. At Polling Unit 073, located at the Open Space Under Mango Tree opposite Kenwon Hotel, with an expected 314 voters, only 65 voters […]
IGP Of Police Has Ordered The Posting And Redeployment Of 40 Senior Police Officers.
By Ayorinde Taiwo (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic Saapade) In a recent police shake-up, the Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has ordered the posting and redeployment of 40 senior police officers. This group includes 14 Assistant Inspectors General of Police and 26 Commissioners of Police, who will be serving in various commands and formations across […]
Two Nigerian businessmen Shot By Togolese Soldier Seeking The Intervention Of President Bola Tinubu.
By Ojo Jeremiah(SIWES student, Efon Alaaye Poly) Two decades ago, two Nigerian businessmen, Taju Shoaga and Segun Leopard, suffered severe injuries when they were shot by Togolese marine soldiers. Seeking the intervention of President Bola Tinubu is a critical step in their pursuit of justice. The incident took place on September 8, 2000, when Shoaga […]