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The 2027 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, has said President Bola Tinubu’s administration deserves an “F9 across all parameters,” citing what he described as failures in security, power, education, healthcare, food security and the economy. The publisher of Sahara Reporters also said if the president were his student, he would ask him to leave the class. Sowore stated this during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Tuesday while assessing Tinubu’s performance after three years in office. Asked to identify the positives of the administration, the AAC presidential candidate said he could not find…
Earlier this year, a Reddit user had asked members of a skincare-focused subreddit if anyone had tried a specific hypochlorous acid spray, a product often used for acne. There were dozens of responses; one from a user named Primary-Taro4254 seemed innocuous enough, at least at first.“I haven’t personally tried [that brand] so I can’t fully compare, sorry,” they commented. “But I have been using a similar hypochlorous acid spray from Honeydew Labs and I’ve honestly really liked it.”Primary-Taro4254 helpfully shared their experience using the spray to calm their skin’s redness and irritation, and even threw in some of Honeydew Labs’…
Joint currency interventions in the yen by Japan and the US could ultimately benefit Bitcoin (BTC) and risk assets. Key points:The first joint intervention in the yen between Japan and the US since the late 1990s could set a precedent for future moves.A liquidity crisis tied to the yen carry trade poses questions for Bitcoin and risk assets as the two countries attempt a juggling act to stabilize the currency without impairing US Treasury markets.Japanese two-year bond yields rose above 1.57% on Monday.Bessent signals new era of US yen involvementWashington’s growing coordination with the Bank of Japan (BoJ) points to a…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Nicole Kidman has been on a roll with shoes lately, and these cool-girl Adidas sneakers are arguably the chicest addition to her lineup. Kidman’s footwear are usually designer (and typically cost thousands), however, we found her exact sneakers hiding on Nordstrom for a much more affordable price point. Psst, some styles are even up to 50% off during the Anniversary Sale! Kidman stepped out in New York City wearing a simple yet rich-looking outfit, anchored by these sleek Adidas Samba…
The Presidential Working Group on the proposed National Policing Bill has invited Nigerians to submit memoranda and policy proposals as part of efforts to establish a comprehensive legal and operational framework for state policing. The Chief of Staff to the President and Chairman of the Working Group, Femi Gbajabiamila, announced this on Monday after the Working Group’s meeting at the State House, Abuja. The Working Group is reviewing the Police Act 2020, the Police Service Commission framework, police regulations, and other relevant laws to support the development of an effective, modern policing system. The proposed framework will set national minimum…
One of the Afrophobic riots in South Africa, targeted at Nigerians and other nationals. Picture credit: AP Surely, the best way forward is to assure us that they will be well protected and not attempt to give us lectures about the supposedly “devastating economic consequences” of doing what many of our citizens are urging us to do but which we have so far refused to do… A de-escalation of this matter is the wisest course for South Africa to take because to escalate it would result in a series of unforeseen consequences. What has made the situation even more tense is…
The Benue State Government has endorsed and launched a five-year Strategic Food Security Plan aimed at revitalising agricultural production, improving farmers’ livelihoods and addressing the impact of insecurity on food production across the state. The plan was recently unveiled under the Enhancing Food Security and Peacebuilding in Nigeria through Strategic Planning Project (EFSPP) and brought together government officials, farmers, academics, traditional rulers and other stakeholders. Speaking at the launch, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Benjamin Ashaver, urged ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) to take ownership of the plan to ensure its successful implementation. Represented by the Governor’s Technical…
I listened to St Janet just as I listened to Fela’s Na Poi. I have always loved creativity in all its forms, just as I cherish freedom. My instinct is to let people create, speak, sing and imagine as they wish, provided they do no harm to others. I have always been an admirer of the free spirit. Civilisation advances not merely through conformity but through those willing to push boundaries. St Janet’s passing has provoked intense debate. The moralists never accepted her. Many religious people could not stand her. Yet she commanded an enormous following among ordinary people, while…
Every 23 October, football lovers across Nigeria and beyond pause to remember one of Africa’s greatest strikers, Rashidi Yekini. Although the Nigerian football legend died in May 2012, his memory remains as fresh as ever. His famous celebration inside the goal net after scoring Nigeria’s first-ever FIFA World Cup goal against Bulgaria at USA ’94 remains one of the most unforgettable moments in African football history. For many Nigerians, Yekini is more than a football icon. He represents hard work, humility and the belief that a young athlete from a small Nigerian town can conquer the world. That town is…
A daughter of the founder of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Titilayo Adewale, has denied claims that she criticised the church’s leadership for allegedly sidelining the legacy of her late father, Pa Josiah Olufemi Akindayomi. In a statement released on her Facebook page on Monday, Adewale described as false a viral statement attributed to her, which claimed that many senior pastors in the RCCG were unaware that her father founded the church and that she had called for greater efforts to preserve his legacy.she said, “My attention has been drawn to a statement attributed to me regarding The…
