Author: Atoyebi Adenike

By Atoyebi Nike The Sokoto State Government has announced that its graduate recruitment exercise will begin on Monday, September 22, and run until October 6, 2025. In a statement on Saturday, the Secretary of the Recruitment Committee, Gandi Muhammad, said the process is aimed at providing employment opportunities for qualified indigenes across the state’s 23 local government areas. Applicants are required to obtain free forms from their local governments of origin before completing the application online at https://employment.sokotostate.gov.ng. Candidates must register with valid email addresses and phone numbers, fill in their biodata, and upload key documents, including academic certificates, proof…

By Atoyebi Nike Prominent Nigerians, including the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade; the wife of Anambra State Governor, Nonye Soludo; and former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu, have joined in celebrating the 65th birthday of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. In a goodwill message on Monday, Oba Owoade, through his media aide Bode Durojaiye, described the First Lady as “a role model who has exhibited uncommon wisdom, remarkable vision, and exemplary leadership.” He praised her sincerity and commitment to service, saying she “derives joy in serving people, not in enriching herself with public funds.” The monarch added…

By Atoyebi Nike The United States government has opened a fresh legal battle against Google, urging a federal judge to order the breakup of the tech giant’s advertising technology business. The case, which began on Monday, marks a crucial phase in the Department of Justice’s antitrust campaign against Big Tech. Prosecutors want Google to spin off its ad publisher and exchange operations and be banned from running an ad exchange for the next decade. This comes after Judge Leonie Brinkema ruled earlier this year that Google maintained an illegal monopoly over digital advertising tools, known as the “ad tech stack,”…

By Atoyebi Nike Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in New York ahead of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), where he will represent President Bola Tinubu and present Nigeria’s key priorities to world leaders. The high-level session, which opens on Monday and runs until September 28, will see Shettima deliver Nigeria’s national statement, unveil the country’s updated Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement, and participate in side events, bilateral meetings, and roundtables. Tinubu was initially scheduled to address the Assembly on the second day of the General Debate, but a revised list of speakers…

By Atoyebi NikeThe National Pension Commission (PenCom) has banned significant cross-shareholding in Nigeria’s licensed Pension Fund Operators (LPFOs) as part of sweeping reforms aimed at safeguarding pension assets and ensuring good governance. In guidelines issued on Friday, effective immediately, PenCom defined significant cross-shareholding as any direct or indirect ownership of five per cent or more in multiple LPFOs, whether acquired through mergers, acquisitions, inheritance, debt-to-equity conversion, or other means. The regulator directed existing holders to divest within six months and warned that any shares held in violation of the guidelines would be void, stripped of voting rights, dividends, or governance…

By Atoyebi Nike The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) will hold its 2025 All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) in Abuja from November 3 to 6, focusing on the theme, “Democratic Governance and National Cohesion: The Role of Editors.” In a joint statement on Sunday, NGE President Eze Anaba and General Secretary Onuoha Ukeh said President Bola Tinubu would declare the conference open, while the sub-theme, “Electoral Integrity and Trust Deficit: What Nigerians Expect in 2027,” would guide deliberations ahead of the next general elections. According to the Guild, the annual forum will examine challenges and opportunities facing editors in strengthening…

By Atoyebi  NikeAfrica’s richest man and President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has accused the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) of collecting as much as ₦50,000 on every truck loading fuel at his refinery, warning that such charges ultimately inflate pump prices and burden consumers. Speaking to journalists on Sunday, Dangote said, “By the time everybody collects their own, you are talking about ₦80,000 to ₦84,000. Who pays for that cost? The consumer actually pays.” He described the alleged levies as rent-seeking practices that hurt efficiency. NUPENG neither confirmed nor denied the allegation. Its President,…

By Atoyebi NikeNigeria’s rising 400m hurdles sensation, Ezekiel Nathaniel, has once again rewritten his nation’s record books, running 47.11 seconds in the men’s final at the Tokyo 2025 World Championships. Despite the career-best performance, he narrowly missed out on a medal, finishing fourth. The dramatic race initially saw American Rai Benjamin disqualified for a lane infringement, briefly elevating Nathaniel into bronze position. However, Benjamin’s successful appeal was upheld, securing him the gold medal. Brazil’s Alison dos Santos took silver in 46.84 seconds, while Qatar’s Abderrahman Samba earned bronze in 47.06 seconds. Nathaniel’s time not only secured him fourth place but…

ByAtoyebi NikePresident Bola Tinubu has congratulated Olubunmi Kuku, the Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), on her election as Vice-President of Airports Council International (ACI) Africa. In a statement by his Spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commended Kuku’s leadership and foresight, noting her rise from Regional Advisor for Africa to a permanent member of the ACI World Governing Board. The President said her recognition reflected FAAN’s sustained efforts in ensuring safe and efficient air transport in Nigeria. Kuku’s election was ratified during the 34th ACI Africa General Assembly held in Lusaka, Zambia, on September 13, 2025. Founded…

By Atoyebi Nike Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, will make a state broadcast at 6 pm today to thank stakeholders for restoring peace and to reassure residents of his administration’s commitment. Fubara disclosed this on Friday after returning to Port Harcourt, where he was received by a large crowd at the airport. “We are going to address the state officially by 6 pm, and in that broadcast, we will appreciate everyone who brought normalcy to this state,” the governor said.