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The tobacco industry is flourishing in Africa due to regulatory lapses, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said. The agency also disclosed that while the number of people using tobacco products decreased in other parts of the world, it rose in Africa. According to the WHO, tobacco users in the African Region increased from an estimated 64 million adult users in 2000 to 73 million in 2018. It attributed the rise partly to the increased production of tobacco products and aggressive marketing by the tobacco industry. In a message to commemorate 2023 World No Tobacco Day on Wednesday, May 31, WHO Africa Region Director Matshidiso Moeti, a doctor, said the solution to the crisis was for tobacco farmers to switch to planting food crops. This year’s ‘World No Tobacco Day’ theme is ‘Grow Food, Not Tobacco’. The theme aims to raise awareness about alternative crop production and marketing opportunities for tobacco farmers and encourage them to grow sustainable, nutritious crops.  The

Last Saturday night, Globacom, Nigeria’s leading provider of telecoms solutions, experienced another mark of recognition when it received the “Africa’s Beacon of ICT Excellence/Leadership Award” in Lagos. The company received this recognition for introducing ground-breaking innovations in the Nigerian telecom sector at the 2023 edition of the awards, which was held at the Oriental Hotels in Lagos and attended by the nation’s top ICT executives. Representatives from Globacom, including Catherine Bomett, Director of Customer Care, Oladipo Olusanwo, Head of Gloworld Operation, and Obumneme Ikechebelu, Technical Department, received the award on behalf of the company. According to Ken Nwogbo, founder and CEO of Communication Week Media Limited, which organized the BoICT Award, Globacom earned the award because of its remarkable accomplishments. He said, “The Beacon of ICT Award which was instituted to celebrate outstanding brands and the visions that birthed them has become one of the

Socio-political commentator, Reno Omokri, as well as Shehu Sani, former Kaduna Central lawmaker have applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu‘s actions in the first 24 hours in office. Information Nigeria reports that their reaction stems from the President’s bold statement on subsidy removal, meeting with the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, and the Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Mele Kyari as well as his stance on the Department of State Services (DSS) and  Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) saga. Recall that Tinubu alongside the vice president, Kashim Shettima was sworn in on Monday, May 29, 2023, and assumed office on Tuesday. READ ALSO:  “Subsidy Removal A Bold Move, Atiku Would’ve Done Same” – Reno Omokri In a post via Twitter on Tuesday, Reno said Tinubu unlike his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari kept to his word and began work with immediate effect. He tweeted, “Making a bold statement on subsidy removal a

A National Executive Committee member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Timothy Osadolor, says the immediate-past governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, is no longer a member of the Party, owing to his conduct before, during and after the 2023 general elections. Osadolor who disclosed this on Tuesday to Punch, said the leadership of the Party had decided to isolate Wike and render him inconsequential in PDP’s affairs. Wike’s recent public outings, according to him, where he appeared to be leaning towards the All Progressives Congress, presents him as one craving for the spotlight at all times, regardless of the cost to his image as an opposition political leader. “The PDP has ignored Wike because the man is no longer himself. There are more ways to deal with people apart from sanctioning them. You can keep someone in isolation. He (Wike) can boast that he is the one that stayed away but is it not better to stay away than come to party activities and nobody wants to associate wi

To prove his case against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the February 25 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has presented a total of 118 exhibits before the five-member panel of the Presidential Election Petition Court. Atiku and the PDP had approached the tribunal to challenge the Independent National Electoral Commission’s declaration of Tinubu, who contested under the All Progressives Congress, as the winner of the February 25 election. In their claims, they stated that Tinubu was “not duly elected by the majority of lawful votes cast at the election.” They also alleged that the president “was, at the time of the election, not qualified to contest.” READ ALSO:  “Tinubu A Dogged Fighter, I’ve No Doubt He’ll Deliver Good Governance” – Gbajabiamila Eyitayo Jegede, one of Atiku’s counsels, presented the court with his first set of exhibits at the commencement of the hearing on Tuesday. Some of the exhibits tendered in evidence included cert

Controversial Afrobeats artiste, Seun Kuti has reacted to allegations that he assaults his wife verbally and physically. INFORMATION NIGERIA gathered that there were speculations that Kuti’s wife may be a victim of domestic violence after her husband was heard screaming at her during his altercation with a police officer in a viral video. Debunking the claims, the son of Nigerian Afrobeat legend, Fela Kuti, during a recent Instagram live session with fans, said his wife is not scared of him, rather he is the one who is scared of her. He said those who are acquitted with his family could testify of that. READ MORE:  Seun Kuti Slams AY Over Reason For Accepting National Award The singer said, “The most important rumour I must dispel, is the one they said that I’m beating my wife. They said I screamed at her to get into the car [in the viral video] and she went into the car. “That she is scared of me. My wife is not scared of me. Trust me, if you know anybody that knows us, I’m the

The Oyo State Police Command has released detailed information about the raid carried out by its officers on Tuesday morning in an attempt to foil a reportedly planned chaos by members of the Park Management System led by one Alhaji Mukaila Lamidi, popularly known as Axilarry. It was gathered that security operatives recovered deadly weapons and charms when they stormed Diamond Hotel, Alakia-Isebo, in the Egbeda Local Government Area of the state, which reportedly belonged to Auxiliary. Addressing journalists in Ibadan while parading the suspects at the Police Command headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan, the Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Williams, said the command in its proactive nature while acting on intelligence-driven surveillance was able to foil an attempt by the suspects at creating carnage and civil disturbance in the state sequel to their dissolution. He said: “On Tuesday 30/05/2023 in a strategic intelligence coordinated raid around his location at Diamond Hotel, Alakia-Ise

Seun Kuti, popular musician and the youngest son of the Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti has slammed comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, over his reason for accepting his National Honour. Former President, Muhammadu Buhari, through the Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs on Sunday, listed comedian AY, singer Davido, actor Kunle Afolayan, Super Eagles and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen and other celebrities among 337 Nigerians to be conferred with national honours on June 1st 2023. READ ALSO: “Only Thing Bubu Did For Me Was Give Award To AY Over Uncle 30k” – Shade Ladipo Shades Basketmouth Reacting to the announcement on Monday, AY, in a tweet, addressed critics who queried him for not rejecting the honorary award by the Federal Government, stating that a national honour is the highest recognition anyone could get. Explaining why he will not reject the award, AY said, “Those of you shaming or asking me to reject ‘A National Honour’ are clearly missin

Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has called on the people of the State to address him as Malam instead of His Excellency. Namadi made the submission in his Inaugural Speech on Monday, at Malam Aminu Kano Triangle, Dutse. He said, “My dear good people of Jigawa State, with all sense of humility, I would use this opportunity to call you to do me a favour by addressing me as MALAM UMAR NAMADI instead of His Excellency, Umar Namadi. “This is in the spirit of modesty which I believe will also increase our sense of humility and togetherness as we interact with each other.” The Governor further expressed his appreciation to the teeming supporters for their unwavering support. READ ALSO:  Jigawa Governor, Badaru Denies Plot To Sabotage Successor’s Administration He explained that the victory of the All Progressives Congress, APC, at both the State and the Federal level elections is a victory for democracy, for the Progressives, a united Jigawa State and a united Nigeria. Malam Namad

Femi Gbajabiamila, Speaker of the House of Representatives, has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would deliver on his promise made to the Nigerian people. The lawmaker disclosed this in a statement on Monday, noting that the newly sworn-in president would take the country to the next level. According to him he has no doubt that Tinubu would unite Nigeria after coming out of a highly contested election, where he emerged victorious. He said, “It gives me great pleasure to join millions of Nigerians at home and the world over on this great day where a great Nigerian, a dogged fighter, a democrat, a unifier and a nationalist, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is inaugurated as the 16th President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. READ ALSO:  Inauguration: I’ll Treat Obi, Atiku With Respect- Tinubu “It has been a long walk. But with determination, resilience, tenacity, and doggedness, the Almighty God has made it possible. Niger

Former Minister of Aviation and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Femi Fani-Kayode, has mocked the pastors and prophets who predicted that Bola Ahmed Tinubu would not be sworn in as the President of Nigeria. Recall that some Nigerian clerics had predicted prior to the elections that the former Governor of Lagos State would not emerge Nigeria’s President. Some also said the new president would die on the parade ground, others predicted that he would be arrested by security operatives while some said there would be reign of an interim government. However, in a Twitter post on Monday, Fani-Kayode described those who made such claims that Tinubu as false prophets and agents of satan. READ ALSO:  Tinubu Values Loyalty, Stands By His Supporters Unlike Obi, Atiku — Fani-Kayode Fani-Kayode tweeted: “In Lamentations 3:33 the Holy Bible says, “Who is he that sayeth a thing and it cometh to pass when the Lord God of Hosts has commanded it not?” “Where are all those false prophets

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested two men for allegedly stabbing a 13-year-old boy to death over the ownership of a rubber slippers. The Command’s Spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest to the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday. Hundeyin said the incident happened on Sunday around 6pm at Iganmu under the Bridge. READ ALSO: 14-Year-Old Remanded For Stabbing 17-Year-Old Neighbour To Death Over Girlfriend He said the Ijora Badia Police Division got the information from a concerned member of the public that some youths were mobilising to cause mayhem in the Iganmu area. The Spokesperson said the crisis was caused by the alleged killing of a 13-year-old boy identified as Ekene. Hundeyin said a patrol team immediately went to the scene and met the victim in the pool of his blood. The PPRO said, “Information at the scene indicated that the victim was allegedly stabbed by two boys over a minor issue concerning ownership of rubber slippers. “It

Sports have been a part of African culture for centuries, and many traditional athletic activities and games are still popular today. From Nuba wrestling to Maasai stick fighting, Zulu stick fighting to the Ethiopian sport of genna, there is an abundance of unique and exciting sports that are indigenous to different African cultures. So if you’re looking for something new and exciting to do or watch, why not explore some of these traditional African sports? In this blog post we’ll take a look at how you can find out more about these ancient forms of competition and even try them yourself! We’ll also discuss how you can download https://1xbetnigeria.ng/how-to-download-1xbet-mobile-app-for-pc/ – the official app for accessing all kinds of online betting services in Africa. So let’s get started! Introduction to Traditional African Sports Traditional African sports offer an exciting and unique way to experience the culture and history of the continent. From wrestling matches, stick figh

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control Agency (NAFDAC) on Friday arraigned a businessman, Sunday Chibuike, before the Federal High Court in Lagos for allegedly producing and selling an unregistered alcoholic drink, Japata Alcoholic Bitters. Chibuike and his company, Chigodson International Company Limited, were arraigned alongside one Ekpendu Chizurumoke, on six counts of producing counterfeit, fake drugs and unwholesome processed foods preferred against him by NAFDAC. The prosecutor, O.M. About, told the court that the defendants committed the offences on April 22, 2023. About told Justice Uelim Bogoro that the offence took place at No 30, Edegbami Offor Isheri-iri Street, and 1, Ashipa Road, Amule Bus Stop, Ayobo, both in Lagos State. READ ALSO: NAFDAC Destroys N4.2bn Worth Of Drugs, Beverages The prosecutor said the defendants were producing the said alcoholic drink by mixing adulterated drinks with marijuana but deceitfully labelled with another pro

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced his commitment to providing employment opportunities for the youth in the digital economy, aiming to engage no fewer than one million young individuals during his tenure. The President made this pledge during his inaugural speech at the Eagle Square in Abuja on Monday. READ ALSO: “Fuel Subsidy Is Gone” – Tinubu Declares At His Inauguration “My administration must create meaningful opportunities for our youth. We shall honour our campaign commitment of one million new jobs in the digital economy,” he said. Mr Tinubu also said his administration would work with the National Assembly to facilitate a bill to empower his government to create more jobs. “Our government also shall work with the National Assembly to fashion an omnibus Jobs and Prosperity bill. This bill will give our administration the policy space to embark on labour-intensive infrastructural improvements, encourage light industry and provide improved social services for the po

President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President-elect, Kashim Shettima have both been sworn in as President and Vice President of Nigeria, respectively. The Oath of Office was administered by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kayode Ariwoola, on Monday, 29th May, 2023. READ ALSO: Inauguration: It Is A Time To Reflect, Review Aspirations; My Commitment Untiring – Peter Obi Assures Obidients Tinubu, a former Senator and Governor of Lagos State was declared the winner of the February 2023 presidential election by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The candidate of the All Progressives Congress polled a total of 8,794,726 votes to defeat his closest rival of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, who polled a total of 6,984,520 votes in the election while Peter Obi of the Labour Party came third in the election with a total of 6,101,533 votes and Rabiu Kwankwaso of the NNPP came fourth with 1,496,687 votes. Watch video below: View this post

Garba Shehu, Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, has revealed that his statements on Kankara abduction and Zabarmari massacre were his worst experiences as Buhari’s spokesperson. Shehu, who previously served as spokesman of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, disclosed this in an interview with British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Information Nigeria reports that in November 2020, Boko Haram militants attacked a group of rice farmers in Zabarmari, Borno State, Nigeria which resulted in the deaths of at least 43 farmers. At the time, Garba Shehu issued a statement in which he claimed that the farmers had “no permission to be there.” This statement was widely condemned, with many people accusing Shehu of blaming the victims for their own deaths. Same year, December, gunmen abducted over 300 students from Government Science Secondary School in Kankara, Katsina State and in reaction, Shehu said the number of girls abducted was “not more

Reno Omokri, former presidential aide to Goodluck Jonathan, has berated President Muhammadu Buhari for saying that he is leaving the office with Nigeria better in 2023 than in 2015. Information Nigeria had reported that Buhari, in his final broadcast to the nation on Sunday morning, said he is fulfilled that his administration started the Nigeria Re-Birth by taking the initial critical steps. The Nigerian leader, however, admitted that his administration faced a lot of challenges and grieved for children in captivity and the loss of lives to insecurity. He had said: “As I retire home to Daura, Katsina State, I feel fulfilled that we have started the Nigeria Re-Birth by taking the initial critical steps. “I am confident that I am leaving office with Nigeria better in 2023 than in 2015.” However via Twitter on Sunday, Omokri disagreed with the president saying the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was $509.9 when Buhari took over power in 2015, and in 2023, the GDP is estimated

The Management of Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in the Ijagun area of Ogun State has shut the school following a clash between the students and people of Iwameje, the university host community. It was gathered that the clash started on Friday when a 300-level student suspected to be a cultist was allegedly identified and attacked by residents in one of the host communities. INFORMATION NIGERIA reported that members of the suspected cult group went on rampage and set ablaze buildings belonging to the community head and other houses which served as students’ hostel. READ MORE:  Suspected Cultists Kill Three In Ondo Community In a statement on Sunday, the Registrar of the institution, Dapo Oke said the clash led to violence in the area and properties were destroyed. He said, “Following the recent clash between students and members of the University Host Community in the early hours of today (Sunday), particularly, the Iwameje, community which led to the eruption of vio

Ahead of the inauguration of the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, controversial Nigerian singer, Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy has urged Nigerians not to feel unhappy over the country’s situation. The veteran singer led this out in a post via Instagram on Sunday, stating that many people are unhappy about how issues regarding the 2023 election in Nigeria have panned out. Charly Boy disclosed that it feels like evil and wickedness have won over the goodness and desire of many Nigerians. The entertainer also said, it is important for people to be gentle with themselves and remember that things are not yet over. He wrote: “I know many pple are sad and unhappy about how Nigeria has panned out. It feels like evil and wickedness has won over goodness and the desire of millions of Nigerians. Don’t be unhappy. Be gentle with urself and let the process play out. READ MORE:  ‘Judges Ordered To Discard Lawsuits Against Tinubu’ – Charly Boy Alleges “Just remember, it

Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has disclosed why the Biafra agitator was not arrested by the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan. In his opinion, Jonathan did not arrest Kanu because he never saw his self-determination as a crime. Information Nigeria reports that Kanu was first arrested in 2015 for charges bordering on treason, terrorism, and managing an unlawful society. Following his arrest, he was dragged to court, but was granted bail in 2017 by Justice Binta Nyako of an Abuja Federal High Court. The IPOB Leader, subsequently fled Nigeria to Europe, but was rearrested in Kenya in 2021. READ ALSO:  IPOB Slams UN, EU, AU, ECOWAS On Silence Over Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention He was repatriated to Nigeria and had since been locked up by the Department of State Services while his trial continues. However, speaking at the ‘Free Nnamdi Kanu’ conference in Washington, Ejimakor said: “The rights to

Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele has reacted to the public apology of her colleague, Juliana Olayode following their disagreement while working together on the popular series, Jenifa’s Diary. Information Nigeria reports that Juliana, 27, in a lengthy post on Instagram on Saturday said that she hurt Funke, whom she said was a miracle God used to bring her to the limelight, due to her little knowledge of how the movie industry works. “As a teenager, my career in the mainstream entertainment industry started where many people who have put in years of hard work could only dream of, how could a neophyte even start from the mainstream, if not for a miracle? “In my own case, the mercy of God and unmerited favour was evident, I broke into the industry by playing a friend and co-lead with a screen goddess who had put in decades of hard work and unprecedented creativity even as at that time. READ ALSO:  I still respect Funke Akindele – Juliana Olayode “God used Aunty Funke Akindele @funkej

Just few hours to the inauguration, Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has bid farewell, thanking the staff of the Office of the Vice President for their support during his 8 years of administration, alongside President Muhammadu Buhari. Osinbajo highlighted his desire, alongside President Buhari, to make Nigeria better during their eight years in office, emphasising that he specifically hired individuals who shared the same passion for fixing Nigeria. Osinbajo commended the exceptional hard work and dedication of the OVP staff, expressing his appreciation for their unwavering commitment to the progress of the nation. The Vice President, in a statement on Saturday by his spokesman, Laolu Akande, commended the Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Ade Ipaye, a former Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Lagos State (2011 to 2015), for his loyalty, dedication and brilliant service. According to him, “I’m honoured to have worked with such incredible people; everyone put in exceptional hard

Outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari in a gathering with a delegation of children at the State House, Abuja, has expressed surprise at leading Nigeria not only once but twice, as a military Head of State in 1983 and as a civilian President from 2015 to 2023. President Buhari said “As students, we were told that we were the leaders of tomorrow. I never knew that I would one day lead my country, much less lead it twice as a military officer and as a civilian,” Buhari told a delegation of about 40 children he hosted at the Council Chamber of the State House to mark his last Children’s Day celebration as President. The President also launched his comic book highlighting seven roles children can play in building the nation. According to Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, revealed this in a statement he signed late Saturday night, titled: “President Buhari hosts children at State House, unveils his comic book on children’s role in nation building

Lai Mohammed, Nigeria’s Minister of Information and Culture, has said that he was the most sued minister, probably after the Attorney General of the Federation. According to him, he currently has 36 suits in various courts, adding that when he leaves office, his successor would inherit them. Speaking at the send-forth ceremony organised by the Federal Ministry of Information and Culture in his honour in Abuja, Mohammed described himself as the longest serving Minister of Information, having spent eight years in that capacity. He added that there was no week President Muhammadu Buhari did not receive a petition requesting for his sack, but the president did not sack him. “I am the most sued minister in this government after the Attorney-General of the Federation. As of the last count, I have about 36 pending cases which will be inherited by the next minister who will come after me. “This gathering marks the end of an era, which started on November 11, 2015, when I assumed office af

Mathew Kukah, Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has told youths to always feel the need to return to develop Nigeria after travelling out of the country. Kukah who made the appeal at an inauguration lecture on Saturday, May 27, noted that Nigerians are not suffering because they are Muslims or Christians but because they are in a country that is malfunctioning. He said, “I will also end by saying right now that 133 million Nigerians are suffering from various levels of multi-dimensional poverty. “I have not put up the light and see the part where Muslims are living that they have light, while others for not. I have not seen the part of the country where Muslims are eating and the rest of us are not. So we must come to terms with the fact that we are not bleeding. READ ALSO: Japa: “Nigerians Have No Business Seeking Greener Pastures Overseas – Tinubu “We are not suffering because we are Christians or Muslims, but we are in a country that is malfunctioning. How to mak

Nigerian parents and children have been tasked to hold onto the ancient truths of integrity, honesty, knowledge and hard work because they remain the key to achieving a great destiny. The president gave the challenge in a statement by his media aide, Mr Femi Adesina, on Saturday in Abuja to mark 2023 Children’s Day. Buhari noted that, even though times are changing, the ancient truths of integrity, honesty, knowledge and hard work in spite of the changing times, saying “these landmarks remain the pillars of destiny.” The President said that efforts should be geared towards putting building blocks that will sustain unity, peace and prosperity for the sake of the children. Buhari submitted that “On this special day, we are immensely grateful to God for another opportunity to celebrate our children, on May 27th, 2023. Every Children’s Day reminds us of the future, and the necessary sacrifices and building blocks by parents, guardians, teachers, leaders, and Government to secure our gr

Diezani Alison-Madueke, former Minister of Petroleum Resources, has filed a libel suit against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) demanding to be paid damages of N100 billion over corruption allegations. Information Nigeria reports that the lawsuit, filed on her behalf at a Federal High Court in Abuja by a legal team led by senior advocate Mike Ozekhome on May 26, 2023, calls for the payment of damages and a public apology. Alison-Madueke demands that the EFCC and AGF issue apology to her through three national newspapers. According to her, they have produced “false, injurious, malicious and libellous publications” against her since she left the country in 2015. The former minister argues that these statements have damaged her reputation and integrity “in the estimation of right-thinking members of the society within and outside Nigeria” and exposed her to “public ridicule, odium, contempt, derision and obloquy.” RE

Outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari has said he will be heading to Kaduna State after handing over on Monday contrary to the impression he would go straight to his home town in Daura, Katsina State. President Buhari made this known during the launch of the book, “A Promise Kept, a Compendium of Significant Achievements of Muhammadu Buhari Administration 2015-2023”, held at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja. Buhari expressed his discontent with opposition parties’ portrayal of the 2023 General Elections as disorganized and helmed by incompetent party leadership. He said though he is looking desperately forward to Monday when he will finally exit the seat of power, he would use the weekend to sign some of the papers so that from Eagles Square he will take off. The President expressed his surprise at a gesture from the MBO Dynamic Support Group, led by Usman Ibrahim, and appreciated their unexpected gift. He said, “I thank you very much for this major surprise, I think n