Author: Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Dr Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, forwarding his name to the Senate for confirmation. His nomination follows the election of Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in July — a move that left a vacancy in the Federal Executive Council. Here are 10 key things to know about the new ministerial nominee who is drawing attention both at home and abroad: 1. A Nomination from the Plateau Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa Local…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Dr Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, forwarding his name to the Senate for confirmation. The nomination, confirmed on Tuesday through a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, comes amid expectations of a minor cabinet reshuffle to fill two vacant ministerial positions. Dr Doro’s appointment follows the elevation of Prof Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, who was elected National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in July. His departure from the…

Cameroon stands on a knife’s edge following one of the most fiercely contested elections in its post-independence history, as opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary declared himself the victor over President Paul Biya, the 92-year-old leader who has ruled the Central African nation for more than four decades. Tchiroma’s announcement, made just days after the 12 October presidential election — has sent shockwaves through the capital, Yaoundé, and other major cities. The 76-year-old former government spokesman, once a loyal Biya ally, claimed he had “defeated tyranny with the will of the people,” promising to defend what he described as a legitimate…

Nigeria’s federal government has unveiled a new campaign to promote locally made goods and services under its ‘Nigeria First’ policy. President Bola Tinubu said the initiative will revitalise the country’s manufacturing sector and reduce its long-standing dependence on imports. Announcing the initiative at the Adeola Odutola Lecture organised by the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), President Tinubu, represented by John Enoh, Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, said the campaign aims to shift national demand toward Nigerian-made products that meet international quality standards. “No country achieves prosperity or dignity without producing what it can and exporting at scale what…

The International Monetary Fund has upgraded Nigeria’s economic growth forecast to 3.9 per cent, signalling renewed optimism for Africa’s largest economy following a turbulent period of reform and inflation. The latest projection, released during the IMF–World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington, D.C., marks an improvement on the Fund’s earlier forecast of 3.0 per cent. It follows a series of upward revisions over the past year, including an October 2024 estimate of 3.3 per cent, as the global lender credited Nigeria’s non-oil sector expansion, foreign exchange reforms, and tax revenue improvements under President Bola Tinubu. The IMF now expects Nigeria’s growth…

More than two decades after the legendary Concorde made its final flight, the dream of supersonic passenger travel is set to take off once again. Aviation insiders have confirmed that a new generation of high-speed jets, informally dubbed Concorde 2.0,  could enter commercial service within the next few years, promising to whisk passengers from London to New York in as little as two hours. The breakthrough follows a landmark move by U.S. lawmakers earlier this year to lift the long-standing ban on supersonic travel over land. The change, signed into law in June, clears the way for a revival of ultra-fast…

Millions of men around the world experience difficulty getting or maintaining an erection, but very few talk about it. Erectile dysfunction (ED), sometimes referred to as impotence, affects physical confidence, self-esteem, and relationships. Yet experts say it’s often treatable and, in many cases, reversible. If you’ve noticed changes in your sexual performance or confidence, health specialists recommend starting with honest self-reflection. Here are ten key questions to help you better understand what’s happening and when to seek help. 1. How often do I struggle to get or maintain an erection? Occasional difficulty is normal, particularly during times of stress or…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Morocco has achieved a historic victory in the FIFA U-20 World Cup, defeating Argentina 2-0. With this win, Morocco becomes only the second African nation, following Ghana in 2009, to lift the trophy. The match, held at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, saw Yassir Zabiri give Morocco the lead in the 12th minute. Shortly after, the 20-year-old Famalicão winger doubled Morocco’s advantage a few minutes later in the first half. For Argentina, the defeat was disappointing as they were in pursuit of their seventh U-20 World Cup title and had looked unbeatable throughout the tournament. Their…

Nigeria’s population is projected to surge to 367.5 million by the year 2050, an increase of nearly 130 million people, according to World Bank President Ajay Banga. Also, 1.2 Billion youth to compete for 400 million Jobs in the next 15 Years. The World Bank chief issued the forecast during the 2025 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, warning that without urgent structural reforms, the country’s rapid demographic expansion could deepen existing economic and social challenges. According to recent data from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Nigeria’s current population is estimated at…

Britain’s economy is on course for a historic decline in global prosperity, with living standards expected to fall behind those of Malaysia, Poland and Turkey by 2050, according to new analysis published this week. The report, cited by The Telegraph, projects that the UK’s GDP per capita at purchasing power parity (PPP) will slide from 25th place in 2000 to 46th by 2050 , overtaken by Poland as early as 2034 and by Turkey less than a decade later, in 2043. The grim forecast comes as new fiscal data reveal that the British government is borrowing far more than expected…