Gaming expert Mr. Fisayo Oke has expressed concern over Sony’s decision to cease physical disc production for all new PlayStation games by January 2028. Oke, CEO and Founder of Gamble Alert, a responsible gaming organization, voiced his concerns in an interview with reporters on Tuesday. It was reported that Sony recently announced it would stop producing physical game discs for new releases on PlayStation consoles starting January 2028. The company explained that this decision was driven by shifting consumer preferences and industry trends away from physical discs toward digital formats. Sony stated that from January 2028, new games would be…
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President Bola Tinubu has promised that the ongoing provision of clean water by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) will be extended to all area councils of the territory. Tinubu, represented by the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, gave the assurance while inaugurating the newly constructed Bwari Water Supply Network in Bwari on Tuesday. He noted that for years, residents of Bwari, Ushafa, and surrounding communities have relied on water from untreated boreholes and streams. The President said the inauguration of the water supply project fulfilled his administration’s promise under the Renewed Hope Agenda, describing it as “not merely a…
Mr Sunday Benson, Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has urged residents to embrace tree planting and environmental conservation as a collective responsibility toward building a healthier and more sustainable community. Benson gave the advice in a statement issued to newsmen on Tuesday to commemorate the 2026 Tree Planting Day. According to him, this year’s theme: “Trees for Lagos; Our City, Our Responsibility,” highlights the need for collective action in protecting the environment through tree planting and preservation. “The theme reminds us that every resident has a role to play in creating a greener, cleaner and more resilient…
Gov. Ahmed Ododo of Kogi has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare and security of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and staff serving in the state. Ododo gave the assurance on Tuesday in Lokoja while receiving the NYSC Director-General, Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, on a courtesy visit. The governor recalled his experience as a corps member in Imo State during the 2002/2003 service year. He said the challenges he faced strengthened his resolve to ensure a more rewarding service experience for corps members posted to Kogi. Ododo said the state government had continued to support corps members through…
The Yobe State Government has approved the enrolment of state and local government retirees into the Social Equity Programme of its health insurance scheme. The Executive Secretary of the Yobe Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (YSCHMA), Dr Babagana Tijjani, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Damaturu. Tijjani said the approval was granted by Gov. Mai Mala Buni following a recommendation from the agency. He said the initiative aims to reduce the financial burden of out-of-pocket healthcare expenses among pensioners and enhance their access to comprehensive and quality healthcare services at YSCHMA-accredited facilities. According to him, the approval underscores the…
A Geography expert at Bayero University Kano (BUK), Dr Suleiman Yunus, has urged journalists to leverage Earth Observation technology to shift from reactive disaster reporting to a more proactive approach. According to Yunus, embracing the tool will enable journalists to provide early warning communication capable of saving lives and reducing property losses. He made the call while presenting a paper at a training on Earth Observation Satellite Tools organised by BUK in collaboration with the European Space Agency and Future Earth on Monday. Earth Observation (EO) is a satellite-based technology designed to enhance climate change and disaster risk reporting. It…
Vice President Kashim Shettima says the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Federative Republic of Brazil have agreed to implement the Agro-Trade Market Access Initiatives designed to deepen economic ties and boost agricultural productivity. Shettima made this known during a high-level Nigeria–Brazil meeting on the milestones recorded under the initiative at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday. The initiative falls under the Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism (SDM), co-chaired by Shettima and his Brazilian counterpart, Mr Geraldo Alckmin. According to the Vice President, both countries will roll out bilateral agriculture and livestock partnerships under the initiative. He expressed satisfaction with the…
President Bola Tinubu says the life and legacy of former President Muhammadu Buhari continue to inspire Nigeria through his enduring service, integrity and patriotism. Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, spoke on Monday during a prayer session in Abuja marking the first anniversary of Buhari’s death. He described Buhari as a patriot whose character, devotion and service to Nigeria left an enduring imprint on the nation’s conscience and collective memory. Tinubu said Buhari’s transformation from military ruler to civilian democrat distinguished him as one of the nation’s rare political figures. According to him, Buhari’s legacy extended beyond public offices, reflecting…
A Lagos resident, Mr Muhammad Armayau, has praised the state’s emergency response agencies for rescuing his seven-month-old daughter during a medical emergency in Badagry. Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, disclosed this in a statement on Monday. He said Armayau commended the prompt response of the Lagos State Emergency Response Team after his daughter fell ill. According to Omotoso, the baby developed a high fever for two days, but heavy rainfall and lack of transportation prevented the family from taking her to a hospital. The family contacted the Lagos State Government’s toll-free emergency line, 112, and…
A Neurologist, Dr Favour Abiola, has called for sustained action to protect senior citizens and ensure they continue to enjoy security, respect and meaningful participation in society. Dr Abiola, a Brain Health Analyst at the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Yaba, made the call in an interview with reporters on Monday in Lagos. She called for greater protection of older persons, particularly those living with dementia and other cognitive disorders, warning that they remain highly vulnerable to abuse, neglect and exploitation. According to her, there should be deliberate efforts to create safe spaces for older persons to thrive in society. The neurologist…