Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Chief Sunday Dare, exemplified resilience and dedication as he attended the 4th Sportsville Special Recognition Awards, held at the prestigious Eko Club in Surulere, Lagos, on Friday. Despite facing personal loss on the same day, Chief Sunday Dare graciously accepted the invitation and attended the event, expressing his gratitude for the recognition. “I am excited to be part of this award. Sportsville has been one of the most credible and objective sports programs on air.” Dare was a recipient of the award’s esteem honour in previous years, and continues to remain a positive…
Author: ROSEMARY UGIOMOH
The Creative Director of Wonderchildforkids, Oluwaseun Olukoya, has unveiled the brand’s latest collection, the Crystal Luxury Dress 2023 Collection, showcasing the epitome of elegance and whimsy. Wonderchildforkids, a high-end luxury brand catering to children and women worldwide, specializes in haute couture, ready-to-wear pieces, and fashion accessories. Oluwaseun’s journey into fashion began at a young age, sparked by her entrepreneurial spirit while assisting her mother in her hairdressing shop. Despite obtaining a degree in radio and television broadcasting from Lagos State University, her true passion lies in fashion design. During a university strike, she honed her sewing skills, eventually enrolling in…
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Iormem Alia is set to entrench accountability and transparency as he inaugurated two judicial commissions of inquiry in the state. The inauguration took place recently at the Old Banquet Hall, Government House, Makurdi. Governor Alia, in his charge to the appointed members, emphasised the gravity of their duties and urged them to execute their responsibilities diligently, with the aim of fostering good governance and serving the best interests of the people of Benue State. He set a timeline for the submission of their reports, expecting comprehensive findings within six months. Chaired by Hon. Justice…
Following Increase in substance abuse in the nation, the House of Representatives has urged the Federal Ministries of Education and Health to collaborate and develop a mandatory drug testing programme for secondary school students in Nigeria. The House also urged the National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to increase awareness about substance abuse among secondary school students nationwide. The Committees on Basic Education and Services, and Healthcare Services were mandated to ensure compliance and report back within four week for further legislative action. The House resolutions followed the adoption of a motion titled, ‘Need…
Delta State has set the pace in Nigeria, being the first to endorse the restoration of mangrove forest, seagrass protection and preservation of the ecosystem for conservation and environmental sustainability. Delta state took the lead when it signed a memorandum of understanding, MOU with Serendib Capital UK for the restoration and preservation of the State’s Mangrove Forest and it’s Ecosystem at Government House, Asaba, on Wednesday. Speaking shortly after the signing ceremony, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori commended all stakeholders for their visionary approach and unwielding commitment to shaping a more sustainable environment for current and future generations. He said: “The memorandum…
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Owo, Ondo State, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late former Governor of the State, Rotimi Akeredolu, and visited the palace of the Olowo of Owo Kingdom, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III. Speaking at the palace of the Olowo of Owo Kingdom, the President eulogized the late Akeredolu as a statesman and a distinguished legal luminary who served his people with unwavering dedication. ‘‘We lost an illustrious son. Akeredolu was very close to me and an ally. He was a son of the soil, and I have come to pay homage,’’…
Delta State Government, Tuesday, assured protesting members of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in the state that it will look at the challenges confronting them with a view to communicating same to the Federal Government. The Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu gave the assurance while addressing the protesters who were at the entrance of Government House, Asaba, for a peaceful protest against hardship in the country. Dr. Emu who applauded the workers for the peaceful protest, implored them not to allow hoodlums to hijack it, adding that their request would be presented to the State Governor, Rt. Hon.…
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is working to ensure that Nigeria is reformed for greater efficiency with a particular emphasis on systematically inculcating fairness and equity in all aspects of the national life. Addressing Afenifere leaders at the residence of Pa Reuben Fasoranti in Akure, Ondo State, on Wednesday, the President emphasized his commitment to leading Nigeria towards economic and social prosperity. ”Nigeria will survive the current economic challenges. There is light at the end of the tunnel. I requested the job, and I am not complaining about it. I take full responsibility. ”We are meeting our obligations to…
Winterberg (RWH) Bobsleigh pilot Boris Vain has celebrated the best World Championship result for bobsleigh sport in Monaco since 20 years at the 2024 BMW IBSF World Championships. Together with push athlete Antoine Riou, Vain finished seventh in the 2-man bobsleigh. In 2004, Patrice Servelle/Sébastien Gattuso finished 4th at the 2-man Bobsleigh World Championships in Königssee (GER). As push athlete for Rudi Rinaldi, Boris Vain achieved the best Olympic result for Monaco: the Monegasques finished sixth at the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing. Bobsleigh has played a major role in Monaco for decades: Prince Albert II of Monaco took part…
Mercy Nku, former Nigeria 100m champion and two-time World Athletics Championships finalist, believes Ese Brume can become the first Nigerian woman to win a World Indoor Championships title. Brume is the lone Nigerian woman participating in the championships slated to hold this weekend in Glasgow, Scotland. The 27 year old won a silver medal at the last edition of the championships and Nku is confident the Olympic bronze medallist can deliver gold because she has proved to have the big ocassion temperament. Brume is seventh on the World Athletics’ top list of performers going to the championships but Nku, finalist…