June 2025 – Page 125

Proposed 5% Petroleum Tax’ll Deepen Hardship, Group Warns Nat’l Assembly

15.06.2025

The International Society for Social Justice and Human Rights (ISSJHR) has cautioned the National Assembly against proceeding with the proposed Petroleum Pump Price Equalization Tax Bill, warning that it will exacerbate the widespread hardship already confronting Nigerians. In a strongly worded statement issued in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the Chancellor of ISSJHR, Dr. Omenazu Jackson,...

Moro Distances Self From Political Coalition

15.06.2025

Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, Comrade Abba Moro, has distanced himself from any political coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Moro, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made this known while presenting his six-year scorecard to his constituents. He clarified that he is not part of any...

Choc City CEO Urges Minister To Introduce Creative Economy Bill

15.06.2025

To address some pressing challenges in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, the CEO of Chocolate City Group, Mr. Abuchi Peter Ugwu, has called on the Minister of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa to spearhead the establishment of a Creative Economy Bill. The proposed bill, he said, should focus on protecting intellectual property rights and...

Foundation Empowers Church Worshippers In Ilorin

15.06.2025

In a bid to combat poverty and promote self-reliance, the Oluwole Foundation has empowered over 70 members of the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church, Ilorin District Headquarters, with tools and equipment valued at ₦42 million. The items distributed during the event—targeted at artisans, small-scale traders, and agro-entrepreneurs—included deep freezers for food vendors, aluminum cutting machines...

April Chidinma Makes Directorial Debut With Short Film, PREYE

15.06.2025

The Nigerian film industry continues to grow in influence, delivering compelling storytelling that tackles critical social issues affecting Africans, particularly women. Motivated by a desire to raise awareness about female genital mutilation (FGM), actor-turned-filmmaker April Chidinma Obichie has made her directorial debut with the short film PREYE. The project was inspired in part by the...

NCAA To Sustain Annual Training For Aviation Journalists

15.06.2025

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has reaffirmed its commitment to organizing annual training workshops for journalists covering the aviation sector in a bid to promote accurate and effective reportage of the industry. This assurance was given by the Assistant General Manager of the NCAA’s Public Relations Department, Mrs. Uju Mbamalu, at the conclusion of...

The Muvmnt Studio Set To Launch PodFest Naija

15.06.2025

The Muvmnt Studio – a storytelling power house that connects people, communities and culture through podcasts is set to launch PodFest Naija – A Festival of Stories, with Eventful as the official event partner.This first-of-its-kind event is envisioned to become an annual vibrant experience centered on celebration, collaboration, innovation & learning for the podcast ecosystem....

NULGE Drums Support For Oyebanji’s Second Term

15.06.2025

The national leadership of the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has declared its support for the re-election of Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, ahead of the 2026 governorship election. Citing the governor’s commitment to workers’ welfare and grassroots development, NULGE described Oyebanji as “an exceptional leader and a shining example among Nigeria’s...

Kizz Daniel Opens Up About Relationship With Late Father, Inspiration Behind New Song

15.06.2025

Afrobeat singer and songwriter Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has shared insights into the deep bond he had with his late father, revealing how that relationship inspired his latest song. Speaking during a podcast interview, Kizz Daniel revealed that the death of his father deeply influenced his latest song, Al-Jannah. “When my...

Lagos Can Generate $3b Annually – Consultant

15.06.2025

A consultant to the Lagos State Government on Green Economy, Dr. Adebola Odunsi, has projected that Lagos can generate up to $3 billion annually through efficient and effective waste management. Speaking in an interview with Sunday Telegraph, on the sidelines of a business session organized by the Christian Men Fellowship (CMF) of The Redeemed Evangelical...