A 70-year-old Ugandan woman has given birth to twins after becoming pregnant through IVF treatment. Safina Namukwaya became the oldest woman to give birth in Africa after she delivered a baby girl and boy on Wednesday afternoon, November 29, the Women’s Hospital International and Fertility Centre in the Ugandan capital of Kampala said. Medics at the hospital said the mother and her two babies are doing well after they were delivered via a caesarean section. Ugandan woman becomes the oldest person to give birth in Africa after welcoming twins at 70 ‘This story isn’t just about medical success; it’s…
Author: Balogun Damilola
In a move to alleviate the financial burden on civil servants following the removal of fuel subsidies, Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has given the approval for a monthly allowance of N15,000 to be disbursed to all state civil servants. Recognizing the economic challenges posed by the removal of fuel subsidies, the governor aims to provide a palliative measure to support the financial well-being of the workforce. The Governor stated that the action was in a continuation of his avowed commitment to workers’ welfare and a fulfillment of his pledge for the gradual rollout of palliative measures to cushion the…
November 29, 2023 Press Statement Illegal Appointment Of Caretaker Committee Into Ondo State Local Governments And LCDAs The Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), Ondo State Chapter was shocked by the shameless screening and approval of Caretaker Committees of Local Council Development Areas and Local Government Areas in flagrant violation of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Government of Nigeria as amended and the Local Government System, Establishment And Administration and other Auxiliary Matters Law of Ondo State 2006 by the Ondo State House of Assembly. It is unbelievable that those who are supposed to make laws for the state are the same…
Godwin Emefiele, former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), will spend the Christmas and Yuletide season in Kuje correctional facility, Abuja after he failed to meet his bail conditions. The former CBN boss was brought into court by operatives of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) where he is being remanded. On November 18, Emefiele was arraigned on a six-count charge bordering on procurement fraud. Emefiele was accused of using his position to confer a corrupt advantage on Sa’adatu Yaro, a staff of CBN, by awarding a contract for the procurement of 43 vehicles worth N1.2 billion between 2018…
A Nigerian lady named Keyna has captured the attention of many by documenting her successful relocation to the United Kingdom ?? shortly after completing the compulsory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The video, which Keyna posted online, begins with scenes of her NYSC passing out ceremony, where she proudly flaunt her certificate of national service. As she transitions from the ceremonial aspect of her journey, the footage seamlessly shifts to Keyna preparing for her move to the UK. In the video, Keyna takes viewers through the process of readying herself for the significant relocation. The footage showcases her dedication to…
Music Stars Kcee and E Money splashes millions of naira to buy a New Toyota Corolla Sport Car as birthday gift for Ojazzy, the boy who played the native flute ‘Oja’ in his viral song, Ojapiano. See video here https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0KfV0qs0Ay/?igshid=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQr== The young man had expertly played the native Igbo flute ‘oja’ in Kcee’s hit song and for his birthday, a new Toyota was purchased for him. He is seen driving his new car happily while thanking Kcee and his brother, E Money and the entire 5-Star music for the gesture.
Following Ondo lawmakers’ meeting with President Bola Tinubu, members of the State’s House of Assembly are reportedly meeting today, Tuesday, November 28, 2023, to resolve the political crisis rocking the state. There’s a disagreement among Ondo lawmakers on whether Aiyedatiwa should be elevated to the acting governor position or not. According to ThePunch, a source in the assembly said the lawmakers’ plenary session will bother on whether the Deputy Governor of the state, Lucky Aiyedatiwa should be declared acting governor or not. The Governor of the State, Rotimi Akeredolu has been on a sickbed for a while as his absence…
The prolonged absence of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu due to incapacitation has left citizens of Ondo State grappling with the consequences of a leadership vacuum. With the law clearly stipulating that the deputy governor, Mr lucky Aiyedatiwa should step in, the delay caused by a faction within the government seeking to keep the absent governor in power for their own interests only deepens the uncertainty and frustration among the public. As essential government functions stall and critical decisions remain in abeyance, citizens bear the brunt of this political tug-of-war. Basic services, timely policy implementations, and crisis management all hang in…
The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Region 36, has built the first intensive care unit to be located in the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State. The health facility was named after the General Overseer of the church, Enoch Adeboye, and his wife, Folu. The facility was named ‘Enoch and Folu Adeboye Intensive Care Unit,’ and unveiled by Mrs Adeboye on Friday, November 24, at the Alimosho General Hospital in the Igando area of the state. Adeboye, at the event, spoke about the importance of human life and health using biblical passages to buttress her points. She said, “If…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has vowed not to contest the 2027 presidential election against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking in a live television programme, Wike said he is a man of character. Wike reiterated his commitment to the success of the Tinubu’s administration even as he explained that the quest for justice was the key reason he and the G5 group of governors supported Tinubu’s ambition. “Tinubu made me the FCT minister and I won’t allow anybody to crumble that political structure. No! I have heard many people say they are empowering me for 2027. Even the…