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Nigeria’s President Tinubu Took Off To US For 78th UNGA Gathering
Nigeria’s President Tinubu Took Off To US For 78th UNGA Gathering....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
President Bola Tinubu has departed Nigeria for the United States to participate in the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). This announcement was made by the presidential media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement released on Sunday.
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This UNGA meeting will mark President Tinubu’s first attendance since taking office in May. During the summit, he is scheduled to engage in bilateral discussions with various world leaders, including President Joe Biden of the United States and Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Union Commission.
Additionally, President Tinubu is set to meet with Brad Smith, the Global President of Microsoft, and Nick Clegg, the Head of Global Affairs for Meta Technologies. These meetings will focus on strategies to enhance Nigeria’s digital transformation and harness the potential of artificial intelligence.
Furthermore, President Tinubu will deliver his inaugural national address at the UN headquarters on September 19. He will also address American business leaders at the US Chamber of Commerce and preside over the NASDAQ closing ceremony, making him the first African president to do so.
The 78th UNGA session is scheduled to take place from September 18 to 26 in New York, with the theme for this year being “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 agenda and its sustainable development goals towards peace, prosperity, progress, and sustainability for all.”
As Alex Iwobi approaches his 100th cap for Nigeria, he has identified his decisive goal against Zambia in 2017—which clinched Nigeria’s spot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup—as the most memorable moment of his international career.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
ere are the key details regarding his landmark achievement and career reflections:
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Elite Company: When Nigeria faces Portugal in Leiria this Wednesday, Iwobi will become only the fourth player to reach the 100-cap milestone, joining Ahmed Musa, Vincent Enyeama, and Joseph Yobo.
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International Journey: Iwobi, who initially represented England as a youth player, made his senior debut for Nigeria on October 8, 2015, in a friendly against DR Congo.
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Choosing Nigeria: The midfielder expressed pride in his decision to play for Nigeria, noting that his family, particularly his father, supported his choice to follow where he felt “at home”.
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Career Highlights: Reflecting on his near 11-year tenure with the Super Eagles, Iwobi noted that while he would have liked to win the AFCON, he has no regrets, having earned a silver medal in 2023 and bronze medals in 2019 and 2025.
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Statistical Impact: Entering his 100th appearance, Iwobi has recorded 10 goals and eight assists across his 99 games for the national team.
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A New Dawn For Electricity? Minister Tegbe Hits The Ground Running, Promises Total Transparency In Power Reforms!.
The newly appointed Minister of Power, Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, has pledged to deliver noticeable improvements in electricity supply across the country, emphasizing that the government is working tirelessly to resolve the sector’s long-standing issues. Following his swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu, Tegbe cautioned that while there is no “magic wand” for an immediate fix, the administration’s ongoing efforts will soon yield tangible results.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Commitment to Progress: While acknowledging that 24/7 power is not an immediate promise, Tegbe assured that the government is focused on achieving visible progress in generation, transmission, and distribution.
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Recent Gains: The Minister noted that reports already indicate improved electricity supply in various regions over the last few weeks, which he attributes to President Tinubu’s leadership and the dedication of Ministry officials.
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Stakeholder Engagement: Over the past four weeks, Tegbe has actively engaged with key agencies, including the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), to secure commitments for reform.
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Operational Successes: Highlighting recent progress, Tegbe pointed to the rapid restoration of a feeder station in Katampe and the reactivation of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company after three years of inactivity as evidence of the sector’s renewed commitment.
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Call for Patience: Tegbe appealed to Nigerians for patience, prayers, and public support as the administration works to overcome these deep-seated challenges.
British-Nigerian heavyweight icon Anthony Joshua has confirmed his willingness to face surging prospect Moses Itauma, provided he secures victories in his upcoming scheduled bouts. During an interview with Fight Hub TV, the two-time world champion expressed enthusiasm about the potential matchup, citing it as one of many exciting opportunities ahead.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The current landscape for Joshua includes:
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Upcoming Schedule: Joshua is slated to battle Kristian Prenga in Jeddah on July 25, followed by a highly anticipated all-British clash with Tyson Fury in November.
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Future Timeline: If he remains successful in these high-profile fights, a showdown against the undefeated 21-year-old Itauma could materialize in early 2027.
Regarding the prospect, Moses Itauma, the report notes:
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Rising Profile: Despite boasting a perfect 14-0 record, Itauma’s endurance is yet to be fully tested, as none of his professional contests have exceeded 18 minutes.
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Upcoming Test: Itauma is reportedly finalizing a major fight against Croatian contender Filip Hrgovic, expected to take place in late August.
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Career Trajectory: A win against Hrgovic would bolster Itauma’s world title aspirations, with potential future opponents already being discussed should a championship become available.
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