The Bauchi state chapter of the Northern Youth Assembly (NYA) has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu‘s administration following the recent announcement by the Federal Ministry of Health regarding the reduction of dialysis from ₦50,000 to ₦12,000. The Assembly had, on November 28, 2024, tabled its request through the office of the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pateh. In a letter of appreciation signed by the Chairman NYA, Bauchi State Chapter, lsma’il Alhassan Musa, which copy was made available to OsunDailyNG on Friday (today), the Assembly acknowledged that the swift and favourable response of the ministry demonstrates…
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Armed internet fraudsters fatally shot an operative of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and critically injured another during an encounter with anti-graft operatives in Anambra State. The operatives had embarked on a mission to apprehend a group of suspected cybercriminals, commonly referred to as Yahoo Boys on Friday, when the suspects opened fire, resulting in the tragic incident, sources confirmed to The Gazette. One officer was killed instantly, while another sustained severe injuries and was hospitalised in critical condition as of Friday night. The team had traveled to Anambra from their zonal headquarters in Enugu for the operation.…
Former Super Eagles and Esperance winger, Garba Lawal has expressed his support for Eric Chelle as he takes on the role of head coach for Nigeria’s national team, encouraging fans to exercise patience during this transitional phase. While some critics believe that Chelle didn’t have the pedigree to coach the Super Eagles despite leading the Mali national team to the semi-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Garba Lawal stressed that renowned coaches like Jose Mourinho of Fernebech and Carlo Ancelotti of Real Madrid might also be subjected to pressure as the national team coach. Recall that the Nigeria…
Joseph Aloba, father of the late Nigerian artist Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has raised questions about the paternity of Liam, Mohbad’s son, insisting on a DNA test to confirm the relationship. In a recent interview with Silverbird TV, Aloba expressed his frustrations over the lack of contact from Mohbad’s wife, Wunmi, and their son, Liam, since the singer’s tragic death. He criticized the absence of communication, asserting that they should have reached out to him. “I’ve not seen Mohbad’s wife and son since his death. Even my son, Adura, none of them came to me. They know where…
Brazilian superstar Neymar said the arrival of Lionel Messi to Paris Saint Germain in August 2021 affected his relationship with Kylian Mbappe. Recall that Messi joined PSG on a free transfer after a remarkable career at Barcelona, but his stay there didn’t end as well as expected. In a podcast hosted by fellow Brazilian Romário, Neymar acknowledged that the presence of strong personalities in the squad sometimes influenced performance during critical matches. When asked about Mbappé, who has recently transferred to Real Madrid, Neymar emphasized, “No, he is not annoying. We did have our differences, and there was a minor…
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has demonstrated his commitment to the club by signing a new long-term deal that extends his stay at the Etihad until 2034. Erling Haaland joined Manchester City from Dortmund in 2022 and has made a remarkable impact, scoring 111 goals in 126 appearances. His previous contract, which included a release clause, was set to expire in 2027, but this new agreement signifies the club’s and player’s mutual dedication to a prosperous future together. Under his new contract, Haaland will remain at City until he is 34, marking the longest contract in the Premier League, surpassing…
All eight teams participating in this season’s Copa del Rey quarterfinals have been officially confirmed following Thursday’s match results. OsunDailyNG reports that on Thursday evening, January 16, Real Madrid triumphed over Celta Vigo with a score of 5-2 after extra time, with Endrick contributing two goals to the victory. Seven other clubs will join the Los Blancos in the draw scheduled for Monday. These clubs include Barcelona, Valencia, Getafe, Leganés, Atlético Madrid, Osasuna, and Real Sociedad. Barcelona secured their place in the next round with a decisive 5-1 win against Real Betis on Wednesday evening. The draw for the quarter-finals…
The Nigeria Police Force Zone 9 headquarters, Umuahia, has dismissed reports alleging that the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, was arrested. OsunDailyNG reports that the command, in a statement on Friday through its Public Relations Officer, SP Iheanetu Bruno Chukwudera, described the purported arrest as misleading. Chukwudera said a chaotic argument broke out during the AGN meeting in the state, necessitating police intervention to restore calm and prevent a breakdown of law and order. He pointed out that Rollas had petitioned against certain members before the meeting, raising concerns about their activities, which the command was…
What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? See the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for 16th January, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? Dollar to naira exchange rate today black market (Aboki dollar rate): The exchange rate for a dollar to naira at Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) players buy a dollar for N1670 and sell at N1680 on Thursday 16th January 2025, according to sources at Bureau De…
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North-East/South-East Federal Constituency, Adigun Abass, has sparked mixed reactions on social media over his inability to move a motion at the plenary. OsunDailyNG reports that in the video circulating online, Adigun, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is seen struggling to conclude the motion. The Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abass, intervened and offered corrections to help Adigun articulate his points properly. The video has sparked outrage among many Nigerians. @AlexanderU4690 wrote: “It’s very shameful such thing happen in this era. We need to be careful on the kind of people we elect to…