Nigeria’s security agencies are investigating at least four politicians from the country’s northern part over the use of Russian flags by #EndBadGovernance protesters. Multiple sources told The PUNCH that the political bigwigs, who hail from Katsina, Kaduna and Kano states, were principal actors who instigated the use of Russian flags among demonstrators in the north…
Tobi Amusan has qualified for the semi-final of the women’s 100 meters hurdles at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 27-year-old sprinter dipped at 12.49 seconds to finish first in heat one of the qualification round on Wednesday at the Stade de France, Paris. Alaysha Johnson took second at 12.61 seconds, followed by Jamaica’s Janeek Brown,…
By Kehinde Olusegun Mary Onyali-Omagbemi, former Nigerian sprinter was born on February 3,1968 in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Mary took the name Omagbemi, when she got married to Victor Omagbemi a fellow athlete. Her consecutive Olympic appearances from 1988 to 2004 made her the first Nigerian to compete at five consecutive Olympics games. Mary Onyali-Omagbemi truly…
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has commended the organizers and protesters of the #EndBadGovernance demonstrations in Osun state for suspending the six day old protest, and more importantly for maintaining peace and order during the protest. The Governor while reacting to the announcement made by the organizer of the protest, the…
American Gabby Thomas stormed to a brilliant victory in the women’s Olympic 200m in Paris on Tuesday to clinch the first major title of her career. Thomas clocked 21.83sec to win ahead of St. Lucia’s new 100m champion Julien Alfred, who timed 22.08sec. Thomas’ teammate Brittany Brown claimed bronze in 22.20sec. Thomas, 27, a bronze…
The Executive Governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke has urged Stakeholders of the People’s Democratic Party,Osun state Chapter to embrace Democracy and also to eschew discrimination. Adeleke made the call during the party’s stakeholders meeting on Tuesday at the government house in Osogbo, the state capitol. The meeting which had in attendance, the leader…
The organizing body of the EndBadGovernance protest in Osun State, Coalition of Concerned Nigerian Citizens has suspend the ongoing protest. This was contained in a statement by the Coalition of Concerned Nigerian Citizens on Tuesday. According to the body, they have successfully presented their demands to the Governor of Osun State through the deputy governor…
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has revealed that Imole Youth Corps, a youth empowerment scheme of his administration will soon be unveiled. The Governor who spoke on Tuesday at the Stakeholders meeting of the Osun state chapter of People’s Democratic Party (PDP), at the Government House in Osogbo, the Osun State Capital. Governor Adeleke…
United States Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to serve as her running mate in the November presidential race. CNN and the Associated Press reported on Tuesday, citing unnamed sources as Harris tries to gain ground on former President Donald Trump with just over three months until the election. In choosing…
Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke on Tuesday addressed protesters at the Government Secretariat in Osogbo the Osun state capital. While receiving multitude of protesters, Governor Adeleke pledges continuous support for all citizens. The Governor who was represented by his deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi appreciated the support and comportment of all protesters so far,…
