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The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha has flagged off the All Progressives Congress, APC nationwide membership update in the Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia State. Addressing party members and stakeholders on the Friday event, Onyejeocha, who previously represented Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, expressed her appreciation to APC members in the local government for their loyalty and commitment to the party over the years. She described the e-registration as a critical step in strengthening the party’s structure at the grassroots and ensuring that the dividends of democracy reach genuine party members in…
The Lagos State Taskforce has impounded 134 commercial motorcycles, popularly known as okadas, during enforcement operations across major parts of the state. The spokesperson for the agency, Raheem Gbadeyan, in a statement on Tuesday, stated that the exercise was carried out in the early hours of the day and that it was part of the agency’s renewed efforts to curb illegal okada operations and related security concerns. According to the task force, the operation was conducted in two phases, following an earlier enforcement exercise in the morning, to sustain pressure on operators who flout traffic and security regulations. Gbadeyan disclosed…
A fact that many Nigerians will readily agree with is that our health infrastructure, manpower, investment, utilities, and gains have improved significantly over the years, more so than at any other time in our recent history. But there is one nagging snag: preventable deaths and disabilities owing to poor quality care. The disquiet and the claims of medical negligence and poor-quality healthcare by many Nigerians on social media following the devastating loss of a child of a storied and respected Nigerian author naturally provoke concern, reflection, and the need for action. While some of the claims are unsubstantiated, not grounded…
Stocks, United States long-dated Treasuries, and the dollar declined sharply on Tuesday as investors reacted to renewed trade tensions between the United States and Europe, according to Reuters. The move reversed gains seen earlier in the week, reflecting heightened market uncertainty. Reuters reports that President Donald Trump’s renewed threat to impose tariffs on European imports triggered a repeat of the “Sell America” trade seen after last year’s April tariff announcement, with investors pulling back from US assets. Wall Street’s key gauge of investor anxiety, the Cboe Volatility Index, rose as much as 1.9 points to an eight-week high of 20.69,…
Nigerian high jumper Temitope Adeshina has said she is not under pressure to reach new heights this season, as she focuses on productive outings for Nigeria and in the National Collegiate Athletic Association, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Adeshina, who currently holds the national record in the event both indoors and outdoors, is entering the third year of her collegiate career with optimism. After her breakthrough in 2024, when she set both records, she waited until 2025 before winning her first NCAA title. She also featured at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she finished outside the podium places. Last season, the…
Crypto infrastructure company Chainlink is set to roll out support for 24/5 trading of US stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which it says could bring the $80 trillion US market on-chain.Chainlink said on Tuesday that its 24/5 US Equities Streams will be added to its existing market data services aimed at crypto platforms, which will bring “fast and secure market data across all major US equities and ETFs — 24 hours per day, 5 days per week.”It added that the product allows traders to buy, sell, or lend blockchain-based stocks and ETFs through crypto exchanges beyond standard US trading hours…
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A suspended member of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Mr Olaide Ibraheem, has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the party leadership, warning that failure to reinstate him will result in legal action. Ibraheem made the declaration on Tuesday while speaking to journalists in Akure, insisting that he remains the legitimate chairman of the party in Ondo State and demanding immediate reinstatement. He expressed displeasure over what he described as the embarrassment caused by his suspension, which he said was carried out by the National Chairman of the party, Mr Raphael Nwosu. According to him, he assumed office as the ADC…
The leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State has expressed optimism about the success of the ongoing nationwide electronic membership registration exercise. The party said that it was making progress in its conduct of the registration exercise in the state In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, on Tuesday, the party said it projects at least 350,000 registered members by the end of the exercise on Jan. 30. The statement praised party leaders and stakeholders who have worked together to overcome challenges that threatened the smooth conduct of the membership registration exercise in the…
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has shared positive news about his team ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash against Atlético Madrid. Buruk said Victor Osimhen is focused and ready to return to action after completing his Africa Cup of Nations campaign. Osimhen returned to Galatasaray training on Monday night after helping Nigeria secure the bronze medal at the tournament on Saturday. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Buruk noted that the Nigerian striker has shown strong determination and focus since rejoining the squad. “Osimhen came to the team yesterday and trained with the group. He clearly showed that he…
