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President Tinubu Begins Two-Week Vacation in the UK
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to leave Abuja today for the United Kingdom, where he will embark on a two-week working vacation as part of his annual leave. According to a statement from his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the president intends to use this time for reflection on his administration’s economic reforms.
During his recent speech for Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, Tinubu announced plans to host a 30-day National Youth Conference aimed at involving young people in governance. He emphasized the importance of empowering the youth, who make up over 60% of the population, by giving them a platform to discuss issues such as education, employment, and security. The president expressed that the modalities for the conference and the selection of delegates would be developed in consultation with youth representatives. He reiterated his commitment to listening to their aspirations and implementing the conference’s recommendations to build a more inclusive and prosperous Nigeria.
Additionally, Tinubu highlighted his administration’s determination to reform Nigeria’s political and defense systems to ensure national stability. He commended the resilience of the Nigerian people in overcoming various crises and pledged to tackle banditry and terrorism to enable displaced farmers to return to their lands and help alleviate rising food prices.
LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and Los Angeles Lakers star, has announced a temporary break from social media.
The 39-year-old made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram after sharing a post by Rich Kleiman, agent to NBA star Kevin Durant, criticizing the media’s focus on negativity.
Kleiman wrote, “With so much hate and negativity in the world today, it confuses me why some of the national sports media still think that the best way to cover sports is through negative takes… I, for one, find it all a waste of breath.” James shared the post, adding a simple comment: “AMEN!!”
In a follow-up post, James confirmed his social media hiatus, writing, “And with that said, I’ll holla at y’all! Getting off social media for the time being. Y’all take care.”
James, known for his strong presence on and off the court, is taking this break amidst ongoing discussions about the role of media in shaping public perceptions of athletes.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu presents 3 Trillion Naira as the budget for the proposed Appropriation Bill for 2025 to the house of assembly. The assembly meeting was led by Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. The budget is themed Budget of Sustainability and will be a blue print for the commitment to Lagosians.
The ceremony was held in the state house, Alausa, Lagos. With this proposed bill the state government is focusing on environment, education, technology, security and public safety.
Former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has filed a motion to amend her lawsuit challenging the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) order for the final forfeiture of her seized assets.
At a Federal High Court hearing in Abuja presided over by Justice Inyang Ekwo, Alison-Madueke’s counsel confirmed filing the amendment motion and serving the EFCC. Notably, no EFCC representatives appeared in court.
The embattled ex-minister also sought an extension of time to contest the EFCC’s public notice regarding the sale of her confiscated properties, claiming she was denied a fair hearing during the forfeiture proceedings.
The EFCC, however, rejected Alison-Madueke’s allegations, maintaining that the forfeiture cases were lawfully adjudicated over time.
Justice Ekwo adjourned the case to February 17, 2025, to consider the motion to amend the originating process.
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