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The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria has emphasised the need for the protection and preservation of the institution of the Sultanate in the country. The National President of MACBAN, Alhaji Baba Othman-Ngelzarma, made the call in a statement on Saturday in Abuja. He said that the institution of the Sultanate which dates over two hundred years, should not be toyed with by politicians who were supposed to be channelling their energy in promoting good governance. Othman-Ngelzarma criticised the alleged subtle threats to emasculate the revered Sultan, who is the symbol of Islamic authority in Nigeria. He said, “We…

Rice and stew is one of the most common food combinations in Nigeria. With the high cost of tomatoes and peppers in the market, Nigerians have turned to innovative ways to make stew using ingredients such as cucumber, carrot, cabbage, and even watermelon as a substitute for tomatoes. If you do not have an adventurous palate, you may be forced to go without the beloved rice and stew for a while. Sad right? Don’t panic. The good news is you can learn to cook a wide variety of local dishes that are not only pocket-friendly but also delicious and nutritious,…

America’s most influential newspaper, The New York Times, called in an editorial Friday for President Joe Biden to step aside and allow another Democrat to challenge Donald Trump for the White House in November. Describing Biden as “the shadow of a great public servant,” the newspaper’s editorial board — which is separate from its newsroom — said Thursday’s debate between the president and Trump proved the 81-year-old “failed his own test.” His determination to run again is a “reckless gamble,” it said, adding: “the greatest public service Mr. Biden can now perform is to announce that he will not continue…

Ever since the controversial death of singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, on September 12, 2023, the life of a show promoter, Samson Balogun, aka Sam Larry, has not remained the same. In the course of their investigations into the singer’s death, the police had stated that Sam Larry and Mohbad’s former record label boss, Naira Marley, were persons of the interest in the case. Subsequently, the duo was arrested and remanded in the Lagos State Police Command’s Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department, Panti, Yaba. A Chief Magistrate, Adeola Olatunbosun, had granted the application of the police to remand Larry and…

  The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office has sealed off a public toilet at Ogunlana Street, Egbeda, Lagos, following reports of illegal activities and environmental hazards. This was disclosed in a statement on X.com by the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab. According to the statement, the toilet, which was found to be harbouring a large number of unaccounted bike riders, was discovered to be discharging untreated wastewater into public drainage, causing foul odours and posing a significant risk to groundwater contamination. The agency has urged citizens to desist from wastewater mismanagement, warning that it could lead to…

By Lukmon Akintola One thing that is consistent with the prophetic ministry of Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele is that his prophecies often come to pass. And when his prophecies fail to come to pass, the man of God is happy, especially when it has to do with those that are tagged ‘Bad Prophecies ‘. This is because those who would have suffered the effect of the negative prophecies would no longer have to worry about such a plight. Over the years, politicians, public servants and even high-placed personalities have all confirmed the accuracy of the man of God’s prophecy. Indeed,…

… SAY APC GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATE REPRESENTS THE COLLECTIVE DREAM OF EDO PEOPLE … MOVE AGAINST PDP, LP, OTHERS In a move to actualize the gubernatorial agenda of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in Edo State, Monday Opebholo, a group of political leaders under the aegis of Edo State Political Leaders Forum (EDPLF) on Thursday met in Auchi, Edo North Senatorial District, describing Okpebholo as a man of integrity and principle. “Many qualities separate Monday Opebholo from other candidates: vision, courage, character, loyalty and sincerity. He will chart the right course and provide a clear focus for where the people…

A Mexican pastor has stirred up social media by claiming he sells plots of land in heaven for $100, stating he received divine approval from God for this venture. The news, which went viral on TikTok, details how the pastor announced that he recently communicated with God and got permission to sell heavenly real estate. According to the pastor, anyone can purchase multiple plots, each priced at $100, ensuring their place in heaven.

Interswitch eClat, a health-tech subsidiary of the Interswitch Group, has reaffirmed its commitment to providing Nigerians with quality healthcare services through innovative health-tech solutions. Dr. Babajide Oyeduntan, Vice President of Business Development and Sales, Interswitch eClat, made this known recently during the Lagos Health Summit 5.0., at the MUSON Center in Lagos. The Lagos Health Summit is an annual conference that brings together healthcare professionals, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss the latest trends and innovations in healthcare.The theme of this year’s event, ‘The Future of Wellness: Fostering Collaboration for a Healthier Population,’ set the stage for in-depth discussions and…

The dreaded Bloodline group is set to have its acknowledgement ceremony on Friday Night Smackdown, but WWE universe expects a retaliatory attack from Cody Rhodes, Kevin Owens and Randy Orton. Tune in to WWE Network on GOtv (ch 68) at 1am on Saturday to watch the action unfold! Following Roman Reigns’ exit since he lost the championship belt to Rhodes at Wrestlemania XL, Solo Sikoa has taken over as the acting Tribal Chief and he go on about demanding that other superstars, CM Punk most recently, should acknowledge him. While the Bloodline attempted to disrupt a fight in Sikoa’s favour…