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Fresh Appointment: Tinubu Picks New Minister Of Power Pending Senate Confirmation.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr. Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the new Minister of Power.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The announcement was made on Thursday in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. He confirmed that the nomination has been forwarded to the Senate for screening and confirmation in line with constitutional provisions. According to the statement, the nomination follows the resignation of the former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down to pursue elective office. Mr. Tegbe, who hails from Oyo State, is described as a fiscal and economic reform expert with over 35 years of experience across both the public and private sectors. He previously served as Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services at KPMG Africa, where he led key initiatives in fiscal policy reform, institutional transformation, governance, and regulatory advisory for government and private sector clients. He currently serves as Director-General and Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), where he oversees efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Nigeria and China. The NCSP also coordinates engagements with public sector stakeholders aimed at promoting economic and social development in line with FOCAC objectives, the statement added.
Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has officially joined Italian club Inter Milan on a two-year contract, which runs until June 30, 2028. The club announced her arrival on July 11, following her departure from Everton.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Career Journey: Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Payne began her European career with Ajax in 2017 before spending six years at Sevilla, where she recorded 30 goals in 168 appearances. She subsequently moved to the English Women’s Super League with Everton.
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International Profile: Since making her debut for Nigeria in 2021, Payne has become a key figure for the Super Falcons and was instrumental in the team winning a record-extending 10th WAFCON title in 2024.
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Joining Inter Milan: Payne joins an Inter side that has been on an upward trajectory, having qualified for the UEFA Women’s Champions League for the first time in April 2025.
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Upcoming WAFCON: Her transfer precedes the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where she has been named in Nigeria’s 25-player squad. Nigeria is placed in Group C alongside Malawi, Egypt, and Zambia, with matches set to take place in Rabat from July 26 to August 16.
Peter Obi, the 2027 presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has stated that he sees no grounds for a debate with Minister of Works Dave Umahi. In an interview, Obi explained that he initiated the “debate” by highlighting the poor condition of Nigerian roads, and the Minister responded by commencing repairs on the specific road he criticized.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Obi asserted that if Umahi desires a formal debate as a fellow presidential candidate, the Minister must first secure his own presidential nomination.
This exchange follows Minister Umahi’s earlier accusations that Obi is ignorant of governance and was attempting to score political points by publicizing images of damaged road sections on social media. Umahi subsequently challenged Obi to a public debate.
Obi had previously advocated for the federal government to prioritize the rehabilitation and maintenance of existing infrastructure over new construction projects. He argued that limited resources should be directed toward critical highways, such as the strategic Asaba-Benin Road, which connects multiple regions to Lagos, rather than initiating projects with less immediate impact.
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More Than Just Politics: Tinubu’s Wife Pulls Back Curtain On Her Life-Changing Support For Akara Seller!.
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has reaffirmed her commitment to supporting small-scale business owners, defending her stance on empowering petty traders despite previous public criticism. Speaking at the National Community Food Bank Programme launch in Lokoja, Kogi State, she addressed the controversy sparked by her June remarks, where she suggested grants for businesses such as corn roasting, kuli-kuli production, and akara frying.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Economic Empowerment: She emphasized that these small enterprises are vital, as they can grow into significant sources of income and employment for low-income earners, thereby reducing the burden on the government.
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Success Story: To illustrate the potential of such businesses, she shared the account of an Abuja graduate who turned to selling akara after failing to find formal employment; with support, he successfully expanded his business and now employs 12 workers.
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Call for Philanthropy: The First Lady encouraged prominent Nigerian entertainers, such as Burna Boy, Asake, and Davido, to balance their lifestyles with charity by establishing foundations to assist vulnerable citizens, citing Akon as a model for such efforts.
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Commitment to the Initiative: Despite backlash from various groups—including the Yoruba socio-cultural organization Ìgbìnmọ́ Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá—who argued the comments downplayed the economic challenges women face, the First Lady continues to promote the Renewed Hope Initiative.
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Ongoing Distribution: She remains steadfast in her efforts, recently distributing ₦50,000 grants to 2,000 petty traders during a visit to Jigawa State, stating that criticism would not deter the programme.
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