PICTORIAL: Chef Dammy begins professional culinary training in Lagos

Ekiti-based Nigerian chef, Damilola Adeparusi, popularly known as Chef Dammy, has officially commenced her professional culinary training at the Hospitality Business School in Lagos. Chef Dammy, who rose to fame for her cook-a-thon attempt in June 2023, is now pursuing a cuisine chef professional diploma, the Professional Culinary Art Chef course, on a full scholarship,
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Ekiti-based Nigerian chef, Damilola Adeparusi, popularly known as Chef Dammy, has officially commenced her professional culinary training at the Hospitality Business School in Lagos. Chef Dammy, who rose to fame for her cook-a-thon attempt in June 2023, is now pursuing a cuisine chef professional diploma, the Professional Culinary Art Chef course, on a full scholarship,

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Israeli military expands West Bank operation

Israeli security forces said they have expanded a military operation to Nur Shams in the West Bank. A military spokesperson said this on Sunday, announcing the expansion of a military operation in the occupied territory. Recall that the military, police and intelligence services launched a counter-terrorism operation in Jenin on January 21. Officials described the
Israeli military expands West Bank operation

Israeli security forces said they have expanded a military operation to Nur Shams in the West Bank.

A military spokesperson said this on Sunday, announcing the expansion of a military operation in the occupied territory.

Recall that the military, police and intelligence services launched a counter-terrorism operation in Jenin on January 21.

Officials described the operation as a large-scale and significant military operation.

According to the Israeli military, several militants had been killed and a number of wanted suspect detained in the operation.

Israeli military expands West Bank operation

Zamfara: Gov Lawal approves committee to investigate causes of fire at Kaura Namoda Almajeri school

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the constitution of a committee to investigate the root causes of the fire incident at a Qur’anic school in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area that killed 17 students. This was disclosed by the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, SSG, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, who said that
Zamfara: Gov Lawal approves committee to investigate causes of fire at Kaura Namoda Almajeri school

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the constitution of a committee to investigate the root causes of the fire incident at a Qur’anic school in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area that killed 17 students.

This was disclosed by the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, SSG, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, who said that the committee will also assess the level of damages, recommend measures to prevent future occurrences of such incidents, and suggest appropriate support for the affected to facilitate recovery.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant, SSA, Media Office of the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Comrade Suleiman Ahmad Tudu.

According to the statement, insights from the report of the committee will also help the government implement proactive safety measures across other Qur’anic schools and public places in the state, in line with the national fire safety code.

The membership of the committee includes Prof. Jafaru Makau Kaura as Chairman, Sheikh Ahmad Ibn Umar Kanoma (Special Adviser on Religious Matters and Chairman of the Hisbah Commission), a representative of the Ministry for Religious Affairs, a representative of the State Ministry of Education, Science & Technology, and representatives from the Ministry for Local Government Affairs.

Other members include three representatives from the Ulama Consultative Council, a representative of the Commissioner of Police, a representative from the Department of State Security (DSS), representatives from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), representatives from the Department of Fire Service, and the Secretary of the Ulama Consultative Council, who will serve as Secretary to the committee.

The statement noted that the committee would commence its activities immediately.

Zamfara: Gov Lawal approves committee to investigate causes of fire at Kaura Namoda Almajeri school

Tinubu hails Fayemi’s contributions to democracy on 60th birthday

President Bola Tinubu paid tribute to former Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, on his 60th birthday and commended his dedication to democracy, governance, and national development. In a statement released on Sunday, Tinubu recalled his long-standing relationship with Fayemi, which dates back to their time in the pro-democracy movement of the 1990s, where they actively
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President Bola Tinubu paid tribute to former Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, on his 60th birthday and commended his dedication to democracy, governance, and national development. In a statement released on Sunday, Tinubu recalled his long-standing relationship with Fayemi, which dates back to their time in the pro-democracy movement of the 1990s, where they actively

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Anambra security operatives arrest native doctor over money ritual promotions

Operatives of the Anambra State security outfit, Agunechemba, have arrested and detained popular native doctor Chidozie Nwangwu, widely known as Akwa Okuko Tiwaraki. The flamboyant spiritualist, known for his ostentatious lifestyle on social media, has been notably silent since the launch of Agunechemba. His online fame stemmed from his controversial promotion of Oke Ite—a money
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Operatives of the Anambra State security outfit, Agunechemba, have arrested and detained popular native doctor Chidozie Nwangwu, widely known as Akwa Okuko Tiwaraki. The flamboyant spiritualist, known for his ostentatious lifestyle on social media, has been notably silent since the launch of Agunechemba. His online fame stemmed from his controversial promotion of Oke Ite—a money

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Ex-SDP presidential candidate pays tribute to Jeremiah Useni, visits family

The Social Democratic Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has described the late former Chief of Army Staff, Jeremiah Useni, as “an angel in army uniform.” Adebayo gave this glowing tribute on Saturday evening when he led a delegation on a condolence visit to the family of the former senator. Useni,
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The Social Democratic Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has described the late former Chief of Army Staff, Jeremiah Useni, as “an angel in army uniform.” Adebayo gave this glowing tribute on Saturday evening when he led a delegation on a condolence visit to the family of the former senator. Useni,

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War: Tears of Joy as Relatives received five freed Thai farm workers in Bangkok

Five Thai farm workers freed by Hamas in Gaza arrived home in Bangkok after spending nearly 500 days in captivity. The released workers, Pongsak Thaenna, Sathian Suwannakham, Watchara Sriaoun, Bannawat Saethao, and Surasak Lamnao, had all been working in southern Israel when they were kidnapped during the attacks in October 2023. A month after regaining
War: Tears of Joy as Relatives received five freed Thai farm workers in Bangkok

Five Thai farm workers freed by Hamas in Gaza arrived home in Bangkok after spending nearly 500 days in captivity.

The released workers, Pongsak Thaenna, Sathian Suwannakham, Watchara Sriaoun, Bannawat Saethao, and Surasak Lamnao, had all been working in southern Israel when they were kidnapped during the attacks in October 2023.

A month after regaining freedom, there were emotional scenes on Sunday morning as the five men were embraced by tearful relatives at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport’s arrivals hall.

“I don’t know how to put it into words,” released hostage Mr. Thaenna said.

“I’d like to thank all the officials who were involved in helping us out until we’re standing here,” according to BBC.

The five workers were earlier released on January 30, 2025, but kept in the hospital in Israel so that their health can be monitored.

Reacting, Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa said it was “very inspiring” to witness their return following their release as part of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

Meanwhile, according to the Thai foreign ministry in Bangkok, a total of 46 Thai workers have been killed since October 2023.

War: Tears of Joy as Relatives received five freed Thai farm workers in Bangkok

Akpom Makes History On Ligue 1 Debut

Nigeria forward Chuba Akpom made history by scoring on his Ligue 1 debut for Lille against Le Havre on Saturday night. Akpom is the now the fourth Nigerian to achieve…

US judge blocks Musk’s cost-cutting team from treasury data

A United States district judge, Paul Engelmayer issued an emergency order early Saturday blocking Elon Musk’s government reform team from accessing personal and financial data for millions of Americans stored at the Treasury Department, court documents showed. Engelmayer’s order restricts giving access to Treasury Department payment systems and other data to “all political appointees, special
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A United States district judge, Paul Engelmayer issued an emergency order early Saturday blocking Elon Musk’s government reform team from accessing personal and financial data for millions of Americans stored at the Treasury Department, court documents showed. Engelmayer’s order restricts giving access to Treasury Department payment systems and other data to “all political appointees, special

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Namibian independence leader Sam Nujoma dies at 95

Namibia’s founding father, Sam Nujoma, who led his country’s fight for independence from South Africa, died Saturday aged 95, the presidency announced. Nujoma had been hospitalised over the past three weeks, battling an illness from which he “could not recover,” President Nangolo Mbumba said in a statement released Sunday. With the “utmost sorrow and sadness,”
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Namibia’s founding father, Sam Nujoma, who led his country’s fight for independence from South Africa, died Saturday aged 95, the presidency announced. Nujoma had been hospitalised over the past three weeks, battling an illness from which he “could not recover,” President Nangolo Mbumba said in a statement released Sunday. With the “utmost sorrow and sadness,”

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