Author: Ayobami Ogungbemi

Super Eagles star Ahmed Musa has pledged to revive Kano Pillars FC and restore its status as one of Africa’s top football clubs. The club’s Media Directorate released the statement on Tuesday in Kano. Musa made the promise on Monday during a meeting with Chairman Alhaji Ali Umar and other board members. He expressed readiness to work with all stakeholders to turn the club around. Musa, a former Leicester City and CSKA Moscow player, called Kano Pillars one of Nigeria’s most successful clubs. “Kano Pillars is our club. It’s one of the best in Nigeria, but the story has changed.…

The management of Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, Ibadan has warned students against staging a protest today over the school’s recent renaming. In a Monday statement, Acting Registrar Joseph Ogunjimi urged parents to caution their wards against any disruptive action. Students Oppose Name Change to Honour Late Governor Governor Seyi Makinde renamed the institution after late ex-Governor Omololu Olunloyo, who died at 89. The change sparked student protests last Tuesday, halting academic activities. Protesters marched to the Governor’s Office at Agodi Secretariat, demanding the school revert to its former name. Students Say They Were Not Consulted Students held placards reading “Revert The…

Living Healthy: Small Changes, Big Impact Living healthy isn’t about strict diets or extreme workouts — it’s about balance, consistency, and smart choices. For many Nigerians and Africans alike, the fast pace of life often makes it hard to prioritize health. But simple, daily habits can make all the difference. Eat Right, Stay Nourished Start with balanced nutrition. Incorporate local superfoods like ugu (fluted pumpkin leaves), beans, yam, and millet into your meals. Avoid excessive fried and processed foods. Water is essential too — aim for 8 glasses daily. Move Your Body Daily You don’t need a gym to stay…

Sweetthinkers, a leading non-profit organisation, has launched the first stage of its Academic Excellence Award examination aimed at supporting and elevating academic performance among pupils in public primary schools across all 20 local government areas of Lagos State. The initiative, conducted in partnership with the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), tested pupils in Mathematics, English, Science, and General Knowledge, with the top ten scorers (those with 26 marks and above) from each LGA qualifying for stage two, scheduled for September. Empowering Public School Pupils with Equal Opportunities According to Nnenna Chinedu, a representative from Sweetthinkers’ Media Department, the…

The Oyo State Government, under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde, is taking decisive steps to prevent building collapses and improve land management across the state. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Akin-Funmilayo, during the Omituntun 2.0 Inter-Ministerial Briefing held in Ibadan. Strengthening Building Regulations to Save Lives Speaking to journalists, Mr. Akin-Funmilayo reaffirmed the Ministry’s resolve to tighten enforcement of building codes and regulations across Oyo State. He urged developers, builders, and homeowners to secure proper approvals before beginning construction to avoid tragedies linked to building collapses. “We are committed to protecting…

Almost a year after ascending the revered throne of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin has passed away, leaving the historic city in mourning. The monarch was officially crowned on July 12, 2024, during a grand ceremony at Mapo Hall, where Governor Seyi Makinde presented him with the staff of office. The event, attended by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, governors, traditional rulers, ministers, and industry leaders, marked a momentous chapter in Ibadan’s royal heritage. Oba Olakulehin became only the second Olubadan to reside in a government-built palace, following Oba Yesufu Oloyede Asanike, who lived in the palace at Oja’ba.…

Football fever gripped Hong Kong on Monday as die-hard fans lined up for hours to experience the opening of the CR7 Life Museum, a first-of-its-kind Cristiano Ronaldo exhibition outside his native Portugal. Held at a luxury shopping mall, the event drew more than 100 people even before doors opened. The 12,000-square-foot exhibition showcases Ronaldo’s legendary career—from his time at Manchester United and Real Madrid to his current journey with Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia. The space is filled with his personal trophies, iconic jerseys, and life-size statues, including one frozen mid-air in his signature celebration pose and another clad in…

Nigeria has secured support from Saint Lucia to develop its community tourism programme. The Caribbean nation will offer expertise, training, and standards to improve Nigeria’s grassroots tourism and hospitality sector. This follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Saint Lucia. Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, signed the deal alongside Saint Lucia’s Minister of Tourism, Dr. Ernest Hilaire. What the Partnership Covers The MoU focuses on three main areas: A Strategic Win for Both Sides According to Musawa, “Nigeria shines in film, music, and storytelling. Saint Lucia…

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling flooding. It is restoring drainage rights-of-way and building stronger infrastructure across the city. 4.2km Drainage Project in Progress Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known during a tour of a 4.2km drainage project in Ikeja and Kosofe.He said the project, awarded in 2024, will be completed in phases. The Sheraton to Ojota stretch is already 45% done.The entire project should be ready in 24 months. New System to Channel Water The 25-meter trapezoidal drain will carry water under the new Maryland bridge.Wahab noted that residents have…

Nigeria’s shot at qualifying both 4x100m relay teams for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo has dimmed. The Netherlands posted a blazing 37.87s at the European Team Championships in Madrid, breaking national and championship records. Before this, both nations shared the 15th spot with 38.20s. That time was enough for one of the last two time-based qualifying slots. But the Dutch leap now drops Nigeria to 16th—the final provisional spot. Dutch Team Shines in Madrid The Dutch quartet—Nsikak Ekpo, Taymir Burnet, Xavi Mo-Ajok, and Elvis Afrifa—executed clean baton changes. They won ahead of Germany (38.27s) and Great Britain (38.33s),…