At exactly 12 am West African Time (WAT) on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, I shall by divine grace attain age 60 on this planet called earth, the next after Venus, third from the Sun and the only astronomical object that harbors life. Fresh from my National Youth Service Corps Programme (NYSC) at the College of Education, Jalingo, Gongola State, (Now Taraba State Capital) in 1990, I got a job in Yola few days after our passing out.

Mr Agboola Ajayi, the governorship candidate of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), was absent at the Ondo State governorship debate held on Sunday in Akure.

By Peter Egwuatu   The Association of Securities Dealing Houses of Nigeria (ASHON) has confirmed that its members shall commence trading on the FMDQ Securities Plc any moment soon. The Relationship Committee set up by the Association’s Governing Council is said to have submitted its final report for consideration and implementation. READ ALSOLagos East Senatorial slot: […]

By Yinka Ajayi The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Lagos has called for the disqualification of the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate, Tokunbo Abiru in the forthcoming Lagos East Senatorial District scheduled for October 31 over what it called “voter fraud.” Dr Adetokunbo Pearse, Media Director to PDP senatorial candidate, Babatunde Gbadamosi, made the call in […]

Jamaican/Nigerian hop hop duo Young T & Bugsey, alongside contemporary Afro-pop eye candy Jobaa are the cover personalities for the 28th issue of Tush Magazine. This issue focuses on Nigerian creatives doing exceptionally well in the diaspora. In this issue, Young T & Bugsey discuss the unexpected success followed by the ‘Don’t Rush’ Challenge which […]

Nigeria currently has 171 universities, according to National Universities Commission (NUC) records. Of the figure, 91 are public institutions with 44 owned by the federal government while 48 are owned by state governments. The remaining 79 are private. But with the doubtful quality of most universities, and the rising number of candidates competing for the […]

By Prisca Sam-Duru Friends, followers, subscribers, and stakeholders gathered recently on a digital space, to celebrate Britain’s first African newspaper at 19. The occasion turned out to be an event filled with insights on prevalent issues in the African communities, while also creating space for learning, fun, and entertainment. In attendance at the interactive event, […]

Kano State Coordinator, National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency, NESREA, Lukman Lawal said the agency has developed a guideline to ensure proper and effective disposal of infectious and medical waste generated from the COVID-19 treatment to avoid contamination and further spread of the highly contagious disease.

Guatemala has sent back almost 3,500 Honduran migrants from a caravan that was heading to the United States over concerns they might spread Covid-19, President Alejandro Giammattei said on Sunday. In a televised message, Giammattei said Guatemalan security forces were able to “contain” the caravan, that according to the president was a factor in the […]

…As SEC gives Approval-in-Principle of NG Clearing By Peter Egwuatu There are indications that the launch of West Africa’s first Exchange Traded Derivatives (ETDs) on the Nigerian Stock Exchange, NSE would happen soon following the registration of NG Clearing and approval-in- principle by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as a premier Central Counterparty Clearing […]

By Jimi David One of the deepest emotions mankind would ever experience is love. When in love with someone, neither of the parties can do any wrong. Initially, it would seem like both parties are in paradise. But when love goes sour, life becomes a bunch of hell to either or both parties, who might […]

He came at the right time ― Wike RIVERS State Health Commissioner under Governor Rotimi Amaechi’s administration, Dr Sampson Parker, has dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) and returned to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Parker on Sunday joined the bandwagon exit of confidants of the Minister of Transportation from the APC back to PDP, moving […]

By Ify Iloba October 6 and 7, 1967 will ever remain unforgettable to Asaba people. They were the days the Nigerian Army led by late General Muritala Muhammed, attempted to wipe out all the male indigenes of Asaba because they were seen as Igbos and relations of Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu, leader of the 1966 […]

Ghana-based Nigerian businessman, Victor Ngumah through a dint of hardwork is changing the perception of Nigerians from his base in Accra, Ghana where he runs Lumen Media International, a leading company with interest in media, branding and events. A native of Ezinihitte in Imo State, Victor Ngumah contested to represent Ezinihitte Mbaise state constituency in […]

A historic wood market in Senegal’s capital Dakar went up in flames Saturday night, with firefighters still quenching the smouldering remains the following morning, AFP journalists saw. Named Parc Lambaye, the market lies in the built-up centre of the sprawling seaside city, and is known for its woodwork such as doorframes and cabinets. “There were no […]