Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Leo Dasilva, has called on men to prioritize their mental health and overall well-being. In a social media post, Dasilva highlighted the harmful effects of societal expectations placed on men, particularly the phrase “Be a man,” which he argued is often used to silence men and ignore their happiness. Dasilva emphasized that it is crucial for men to take care of their mental health, noting that they cannot effectively support others if they are not well themselves. He described the common statement as a trigger for toxic masculinity, reinforcing harmful stereotypes. Read Also: CAF Announces…
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In a significant breakthrough against insurgency in the South-East region, Nigerian troops from Operation Udoka have apprehended a founding leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and three key commanders of the Eastern Security Network (ESN). The operations were carried out across multiple states, including Anambra, Abia, and Enugu. The Defence Headquarters revealed that during the raids, a total of 24 terrorists were neutralized, 12 extremists were arrested, and one kidnapped victim was successfully rescued. Addressing the media in Abuja on Thursday, Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, detailed the successful missions. He disclosed that…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed seven new ministers to his cabinet following a major reshuffle that saw the dissolution of two ministries. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the presidency on Wednesday, shortly after the federal executive council meeting. The presidency outlined that the new appointments and other significant actions are part of efforts to improve the administration’s efficiency, as President Tinubu strives to fulfill his promises to Nigerians. Among the eight key actions approved by the president are the reassignment of ten ministers to new portfolios, the nomination of seven new ministers, and the appointment of…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially revealed the date and location for the 2024 Awards gala. The prestigious African Player of the Year Awards will be held on December 16, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco. In their announcement, CAF stated, “The CAF Awards 24 will take place in the tourist city of Marrakech, Morocco, on December 16, 2024.” While the specific time for the event has yet to be disclosed, CAF assured that additional information would be provided soon. Read Also: Super Eagles Make Progress in FIFA World Ranking The annual CAF Awards recognize exceptional achievements by players and…
The Nigerian senior men’s football team, the Super Eagles, has made a notable advance in the latest FIFA men’s world ranking, climbing three spots to secure the 36th position globally. The updated rankings were released on Thursday, October 24, 2024, on FIFA’s official website. In the African standings, the Super Eagles improved from sixth to fourth place, trailing only behind Morocco, which ranks 13th in the world, Senegal in 20th, and Egypt in 30th. At the top of the global rankings, World Cup champions Argentina continue to hold the number one spot, although their lead over second-placed France and third-placed…
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Founder and Leader of the INRI Spiritual Evangelical Church, has prophesied that Anambra State will soon acquire a seaport. During a press conference at the church’s international headquarters on Wednesday, he also predicted that Governor Charles Soludo will secure a second term in the upcoming gubernatorial election. Ayodele advised Governor Soludo to begin strategizing his political campaign to ensure success in the 2025 elections. He acknowledged that the governor may face increased opposition but urged him to maintain his faith in God throughout the process. “He is a blessing to Anambra, and he will make Anambra…
A 15-year-old female student from Anglican Grammar School, Arigidi Akoko, in Ondo State, has been remanded at the Ondo State Juvenile Home in Akure. The order was issued by Chief Magistrate Olateju Odenusi-Fadeyi on Wednesday, as the teenager faces charges related to the alleged murder of her 17-year-old classmate, Habib Salau. The defendant, an SS3 student, is charged with conspiracy and murder following the October 3 incident. According to Police Prosecutor Josephine Awana, the accused, along with an unidentified accomplice, allegedly conspired to murder Salau. The altercation reportedly occurred around 3:30 p.m. in Imo, Arigidi Akoko. Awana informed the court…
Parts of Abuja will experience a scheduled power outage on Thursday, October 24, 2024, due to planned maintenance work at the Kukwaba 132/33kV Transmission Substation. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announced that the outage will begin at 9 am and last until 6 pm, as its engineers carry out essential upgrades. Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, confirmed the maintenance in a statement on Wednesday. The work involves installing a new 33kV disconnector on the L31 line bay, aimed at improving transmission efficiency in the Federal Capital Territory. This scheduled maintenance comes amid national grid issues that…
The removal of Uju-Kennedy Ohanenye as Minister for Women Affairs by President Bola Tinubu sparked widespread celebration among workers in the ministry. The minister was dismissed during a cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday and promptly replaced by Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, the former Minister of State for Police Affairs. As the news of Ohanenye’s removal spread, ministry staff were seen rejoicing, with a viral video capturing workers dancing and singing in celebration. The video, posted on X by user Theo Abu, showcased the enthusiastic reaction to the minister’s dismissal. Read Also: Civil Servants Celebrate Sacking of Women Affairs Minister, Ohanenye Ohanenye had reportedly…
Organised Labour in Abia State has called for a “consequential adjustment” to the new N70,000 minimum wage, following an inconclusive meeting with state government representatives. The demand was announced by Ogbonnaya Okoro, the state chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), after Wednesday’s discussions at the Government House. Okoro explained that the NLC, alongside the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), had submitted a template for wage adjustments to the government. However, he expressed surprise at the recent announcement by the state’s Commissioner for Information, who stated that the government had already approved the N70,000 minimum wage.…
