Former Minister of Communications and retired military officer, Major General Tajudeen Olanrewaju (Rtd), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, describing it as “heartbreaking.” In a statement released by his media office on Sunday, July 13, 2025, Olanrewaju, who once served as General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Armoured Division in Jos—a post previously held by Buhari—paid a heartfelt tribute to his late senior officer. “The death of Major General Muhammadu Buhari is heartbreaking. He served his country to the best of his ability,” Olanrewaju said. “He fought to keep the country together during the…
Author: Abdoulaye Kay
A former Minister of Health and 11th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan (2010–2015), Professor Isaac Folorunso Adewole, FAS, is set to deliver the 14th Annual Lecture of the Registry of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). According to a statement signed by the Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), Mr. Isaac Fafila, the lecture, titled “The Conundrum of Leadership Emergence in Nigerian Educational Institutions: The Missing Links”, will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the University Auditorium. The event, now in its 14th edition, has grown into a significant platform in Nigeria’s…
In continuation of the seven-day national mourning declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday in honour of the late former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government, following the President’s approval. Dr. Tunji-Ojo stated that the holiday is a mark of respect for the late president’s service to the nation, his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey, and his enduring legacy in governance and national development. ALSO READ Buhari’s legacy…
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has commenced the screening of 5,723 shortlisted candidates nationwide for its 2025/2026 Overseas Scholarship Scheme (OSS) for Master’s (MSc) and Doctoral (Ph.D.) programmes. Speaking during the selection interview held on Monday in Abuja, Mr. Ahmed Aminu, Executive Secretary of PTDF, said the Fund received a total of 29,633 applications, out of which 5,723 were shortlisted through a transparent process. Aminu, who was represented by Mr. Bello Mustapha, Deputy General Manager, Education and Training, said the PTDF is charged with building skills, competencies, and capacities for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. He noted that the…
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the redeployment of top officials across several key government agencies as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the state’s development and environmental management framework. The announcement was made on Monday in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, Dr. Muhammad S. Khalil has been redeployed from the Watershed, Erosion, and Climate Change Management Agency (WECCMA) to serve as the Acting Managing Director of the Refuse Management and Sanitation Board (REMASAB). Lamin Mukhtar Hassan, who was serving as Deputy Managing Director of REMASAB, has now…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed the death of four persons and the injury of seven others in a building collapse at Abedi Sabon Gari, Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State. Dr. Nuraddeen Abdullahi, NEMA Coordinator for the Kano State Territorial Office, confirmed the incident to newsmen on Monday in Kano. He said the agency received a distress alert on Sunday, July 13, at about 6:49 p.m., indicating that a three-storey uncompleted building had collapsed at Abedi Sabon Gari, Kano. Abdullahi explained that the collapse occurred at about 6:42 p.m. on Sunday following a prolonged and heavy…
Lagos politician and LP chieftain, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour (GRV), has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of two towering Nigerian figures — former President Muhammadu Buhari and His Royal Majesty Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the revered Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland. In a heartfelt condolence message signed by his Media and Publicity aide, Adewole Ireti, Rhodes-Vivour described both men as symbols of duty, honor, and influence in Nigeria’s political and traditional institutions. “Their transitions mark the end of significant eras in Nigeria’s political and traditional history,” GRV said. “In their distinct spheres, they served our nation with a sense of…
Le président camerounais Paul Biya a officiellement annoncé sa candidature à l’élection présidentielle du 12 octobre 2025, marquant ainsi sa volonté de briguer un huitième mandat à la tête du pays. Âgé de 92 ans, Biya est le chef d’État en exercice le plus âgé au monde et l’un des dirigeants les plus anciens encore au pouvoir, ayant pris les rênes du Cameroun en 1982. Il a déclaré samedi sur ses réseaux sociaux :« Je suis candidat à l’élection présidentielle. Soyez assurés que ma détermination à vous servir est à la hauteur des défis que nous devons relever. » Cette…
The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a fresh wave of bullish momentum as Bitcoin surged past the $122,000 mark on Monday, setting a new all-time high and igniting renewed interest across the broader digital asset ecosystem. Bitcoin’s meteoric rise comes amid a combination of favorable macroeconomic indicators, strong institutional inflows into spot ETFs, and renewed investor confidence in crypto regulation, especially in the United States. The leading cryptocurrency has now gained over 30% year-to-date, outpacing traditional safe-haven assets like gold. Market analysts point to a surge in spot Bitcoin ETF demand—recording over $300 million in net inflows in a single day—as…
Cameroon’s long-serving President, Paul Biya, has officially declared his intention to contest for an eighth term in the upcoming presidential election scheduled for October 12, 2025, setting the stage for another high-stakes political battle in Central Africa. Biya, who has ruled the country since 1982, made the announcement on Saturday via his official social media channels, stating, “I am a candidate in the presidential election. Rest assured that my determination to serve you matches the urgency of the challenges we face.” Now 92, Biya is the world’s oldest serving national leader and one of the longest-reigning heads of state globally.…