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World’s Longest Makeover: Tasha Sets Out to Break Guinness Record

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World’s Longest Makeover: Tasha Sets Out to Break Guinness Record

Reality star and entrepreneur Tasha Akide is set to make history by attempting a 24-hour makeup session for 150 individuals, aiming to set a new Guinness World Record.

The marathon session also kicks off Tasha’s Beauty Festival, scheduled for October 10–12, 2025, at the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History in Lagos. The festival will showcase talents, celebrate Nigerian culture, and empower creatives and entrepreneurs in the beauty and lifestyle industry.

Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, said on Sunday that with the level of creativity and excellence demonstrated, Nigeria can compete on the global stage.

“This is more than a record attempt; it is a statement that Nigerian creativity and excellence can compete anywhere in the world,” Aregbe said.

The festival will feature workshops, masterclasses, vendor exhibitions, business sessions, and cultural showcases, aimed at promoting local enterprises. Attendees will also have access to trainings in makeup, skincare, wellness, and fashion, creating opportunities for networking and collaboration among upcoming beauty brands and entrepreneurs.

Tasha described her Guinness World Record attempt as a celebration of Nigeria’s excellence on a global stage, encouraging young people to dream big and aim high.

Women Coalition Presses NASS on Reserved Seats Bill

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Women Coalition Presses NASS on Reserved Seats Bill

Over 750 women are set to march to the National Assembly in Abuja on Monday to demand the passage of the Reserved Seats Bill, a proposal aimed at securing greater representation for women in Nigeria’s legislature.

Mobilised under the Women’s Political Participation–Technical Working Group (WPP–TWG), the women will assemble at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development at 9:00 a.m. before marching to the National Assembly complex by 10:00 a.m. to submit a memorandum. A high-level stakeholders and media engagement is also scheduled for later in the day at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel. The action coincides with a national public hearing on constitutional reforms.

Chairman of the WPP–TWG, Ebere Ifendu, described the march as a collective demonstration of unity and determination by women across the country to make their voices heard in governance.

“The Reserved Seats Bill is not just about numbers; it is about securing women’s rightful place in governance and ensuring that their voices are heard where decisions affecting their lives are made,” she said.

She encouraged media houses to highlight the action and stand in solidarity with women’s advocacy efforts.

Currently, women occupy less than 10 percent of elective positions in Nigeria despite making up almost half of the population. Advocates of the bill argue that creating constitutionally reserved seats in the Senate, House of Representatives, and State Houses of Assembly is a necessary corrective step to address gender imbalance and strengthen inclusive democracy.

The women’s action underscores a united front, showing that women across Nigeria are ready to stand together to claim their rightful place in leadership and governance.

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Shettima Departs Nigeria For New York To Attend 80th UNGA

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Shettima Departs Nigeria For New York To Attend 80th UNGA
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja, Nigeria, to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, holding in New York, United States of America.
This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media and Communications (Office of The Vice President), on Sunday in Abuja.
The session will hold between Monday, Sept. 22 and Sunday, Sept. 28.
Nkwocha said Shettima, who is representing President Bola  Tinubu, at the global event, would deliver Nigeria’s national statement and join other dignitaries at the UN high-level general debates, among other side events.
He revealed that the vice-president would announce Nigeria’s new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement at this year’s UN special event on climate.

Int’l Day of Peace: NAF Commits To Global Peace

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Int’l Day of Peace: NAF Commits To Global Peace

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, says the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) remains committed to promoting peace and stability both at home and abroad.

Abubakar stated this in in his goodwill message on Sunday to mark the International Day of Peace 2025, commemorated under the theme ‘Act Now for a Peaceful World’.

According to him, peace goes beyond the absence of conflicts, stressing that for the NAF, it involved promoting harmony, cooperation and compassion.

“While our foremost duty is to safeguard Nigeria’s airspace and ensure operational readiness, we also play vital roles in deterring aggression, fostering stability, and supporting humanitarian operations in times of crises and natural disasters.

“NAF has strengthened international collaborations, joint exercises and partnerships that build trust, deepen cooperation, and contribute to global peace and security,” Abubukar said.

The CAS further stated that beyond its operations, the service nurtured a culture of peace by empowering communities, engaging in dialogue, and strengthening Civil-Military Relations based on respect and protection of civilians.

He reaffirmed the NAF’s unwavering commitment to peace, unity and understanding, adding, “a safer, more harmonious world is possible when we act together.”

Oborevwori Felicitates Mrs Tinubu At 65

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Oborevwori Felicitates Mrs Tinubu At 65
Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has congratulated Nigeria’s First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu as she clocked 65 years of age.
The governor’s felicitation was contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba on Sunday.
The governor described the First Lady as a woman of grace, compassion and an exemplary leader.
He extolled Mrs Tinubu for her remarkable contributions to nation-building, empowerment of women and youths and her advocacy for good governance over the years.
He hailed her unwavering commitment to the welfare of Nigerians through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).
According to the governor, her Programmes have become a beacon of hope for vulnerable citizens, delivering scholarships to indigent students and providing food palliatives to households.
”She has supported small-scale farmers  empowering women and persons with disabilities to live more meaningful lives.
“On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I warmly congratulate Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of her 65th birth anniversary.
“She is a role model and inspiration whose life of service and dedication has touched countless lives in Delta and across our nation,” the governor said.
Oborevwori prayed that God would continue to grant her good health, divine wisdom, and many more years of fruitful service to the nation.

UNGA 2025: FG Activates Empowerment Of 10m Women

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UNGA 2025: FG Activates Empowerment Of 10m Women
The Federal Government says it has activated the economic empowerment of no fewer than 10 million women to achieve its one trillion dollar economy ambition.
The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim disclosed this at a high-level sideline event of the 2025 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, U.S.A
The event is themed: “Scaling Women’s Economic Empowerment: Financing Inclusive Growth for Peace, Development, and Human Rights – Lessons from Nigeria for Women Project. “
Vice-President Kashim Shettima departed Abuja on Sunday for New York to represent President Bola Tinubu at the 80th session of the UNGA.
Speaking at the event, the minister said the economic empowerment is being achieved through targeted projects, initiatives, programmes, and interventions focused on women.
She said that one of the key vehicles being utilised for the empowerment  is the Nigeria for Women Project, ((NFWP)
According to her, NFWP, under the leadership of President Tinubu, is currently,  the nation’s most significant women’s economic empowerment platform.
“In phase one, we mobilised over 460,000 women into Women Affinity Groups (WAGs) across multiple states.
“These groups have collectively saved over an average of N4.9 billion of their own money and have inter-loaned significantly to expand businesses, cover health costs, and pay school fees.
” In addition, over 330,000 women have accessed livelihood grants, while thousands have been linked to formal financial institutions, national ID, and health insurance schemes,” she said.
The minister said after the successful pilot launch in six states, the ministry had scaled up and opened up to all states.
“It is critical to highlight, that while this model borrows from the most successful global experiences, we have wholly adapted it to Nigerian realities.
“The Women Affinity Groups that are created under the programme have become platforms of voice, social capital, and economic agency.
“They are changing the texture of communities, lowering household vulnerability, and strengthening our democracy from below, ” she said.
The minister told delegates and partners at the event that the ministry realised that,  “investing in women’s entrepreneurship will transform not just incomes but also nutrition, education, and community stability.
She said based on that  understanding, the government consolidated its empowerment approach into a single delivery architecture that integrated agriculture, clean energy, logistics, digital access, mobile services, amongst others.
“We call this the Renewed Hope Social Impact Interventions – 774 (RH-SII774).
“This programme is envisioned as a transformative, gender-responsive initiative that will directly impact over 50 million women, children, families, and vulnerable persons across all 774 Local Government Areas of the Federation.
It provides a unified national platform to tackle systemic issues such as gender inequality, family instability, digital exclusion, child vulnerability, and economic dis-empowerment.
” It is a full-scale transformation of how social protection and women’s economic empowerment are delivered in Nigeria,” she said.
Earlier, the Chairman, Nigeria Governor’s Forum, Gov. Abdulrahman Abdulrazak of Kwara State, said investments in women empowerment are not only a moral imperative,  but an economic necessity for peace ,  prosperity and shared growth.
Abdulrazak, represented by Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue state, said in Nigeria and around the world,  when a woman thrive,  family, communities and entire communities thrive.
The governor noted that the Nigeria for Women Programme (NFWP) is a powerful demonstration of what sustained,  target financing could achieved.
” The programme is  collaboration among the Federal Government, State Ministries, the World Bank and other partners.
“It began in six states and it is now active in 15 states with commitments from 32 states in overall
” To date, more than 46,000 women have organised into 22,000 Women Affinity Groups,  saving over N4.4 billion and channeling this resources into small businesses that are transforming families and community alike,” he said
The Minister of State for Federal Capital Territory, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, commended President Tinubu for his support and unwavering commitment to women Inclusivity and youth development in Nigeria.
“So many policies and initiatives have been put in place to empower women at the national and sub-national levels on women empowerment, ” she said.
For his part, Gov. Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, said his administration gave special attention to women empowerment.
He added that women were the major beneficiaries of almost all the empowerment programmes in the state.
Other dignitaries at the event included, Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang, Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa and the First Lady of Zamfara State, Hajiya Huriyya Lawal,
The Charge d’Affaires at the Permanent Mission of Nigeria to the United Nations, Samson Itegboje,  and  Prof. Kabir Mato were also at the event.
President Tinubu’s administration has set a target for Nigeria to become a US$1‑trillion economy by 2030.
This goal is part of his administration’s broader “Renewed Hope Agenda’ economic plan under a policy called “Nigeria First”. .
The Vice President, in April, inaugurated the Inter-ministerial Committee to drive the process of achieving the goal.

NDLEA Uncovers 116 Wraps Of Heroin, Cocaine From Brazil Returnees

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NDLEA Uncovers 116 Wraps Of Heroin, Cocaine From Brazil Returnees

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two Brazil returnees who excreted a total of 116 wraps of heroin and cocaine they ingested.

This is contained in a statement by the NDLEA Director, Media and Advocacy, Mr Femi Babafemi on Sunday in Abuja.

Babafemi said that they were excreted after days in observatory custody following their arrest by operatives of the NDLEA at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA),  Ikeja, Lagos.

He said that one of the suspects was arrested on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at terminal 2 of the Lagos airport upon his arrival from Laos, Brazil on an Ethiopian airlines flight.

He also said the suspect was taken for a body scan which confirmed ingestion of illicit drugs.

According to him, the suspects had left Nigeria for Brazil on Sept. 3 to courier the consignment to Lagos for a reward of $2,500 upon successful delivery.

“A swift follow-up operation was conducted at Eliata Hotel in Amuwo Odofin area of Lagos.

“This is where Ofoma was instructed to meet Nweke Chuckwudi who was designated to oversee the excretion of the drugs at the hotel and recover them.

“The 55-year-old Nweke was arrested in the process. A total of 111 wraps of heroin weighing 1.452 kilograms were egested in eight excretions by Ofoma,” he said.

Similarly, another Brazil returnee was arrested at the Lagos airport during the inward clearance of Ethiopian Airlines passengers from Brazil via Addis Ababa on Friday 19th September.

Babafemi said that the suspect was taken for body scan which confirmed illicit drug insertion adding that under excretion observation, he expelled five big wraps of cocaine weighing 145 grams.

“In his statement, he confessed to have bought nine wraps of the class A drug in Brazil and inserted all into his anus, a process he claimed took him nearly two hours.

“During his transit through Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, he said he began to experience severe anal pain and decided to remove the wraps from his body.

“He stated that in an attempt to meet up with his connecting flight to Nigeria, he could only manage to reinsert seven wraps, after which he flushed the remaining two wraps in a toilet,” he said.

Babafemi said that the suspect also revealed that while on board his flight to Nigeria, he felt pressed and uncomfortable, which compelled him to use the lavatory.

According to him, during the process, he expelled an additional two wraps, leaving him with only five wraps in his anus. He claimed to have been into clothing business before traveling to Brazil in 2017.

“In 2020, he moved to the United States, where he was arrested for immigration offence and was detained for over a year before being deported to Nigeria in 2022.

“In March 2025, he returned to Brazil, where he currently works, having already obtained a Brazilian residence permit,”

LASG Ready For Partnerships In Waste Conversion To Wealth, Energy

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LASG Ready For Partnerships In Waste Conversion To Wealth, Energy

The Lagos State Government has expressed readiness to partner with investors in converting municipal solid waste to energy, wealth and liquid waste.

The state Commissioner for Environment, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, made this known in a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs in the ministry, Mr Kunle Adeshina.

Wahab said that the present administration in Lagos State had set up a climate adaptation and climate resilience plan encapsulating its vision and policies.

He added that the state had carried out two pre-feasibility studies on waste-to-energy and waste water projects to demonstrate its commitment.

He said that, with a population of over 20 million generating 13,000 metric tonnes of waste daily, the state was adopting a sustainable climate-friendly approach.

“We now see waste as a resource for wealth and a resource for energy because the quantum of waste that ends in our landfill sites will become very minimal.

“As a state, we have set up policies and laws that enable us as a sub-national to reach out to neighbouring countries where they have expertise,” Wahab said.

He noted that the state government signed a contractual agreement 18 months ago with a Ghana-based company.

According to him, the agreement will take 4,000 metric tonnes of municipal waste out of the 13,000 generated daily.

He said that the agreement would lead to conversion of waste to wealth, composite fertilisers and recyclable plastics, as well as  setting up  of a transfer station for the most challenging parts.

“If that contractual obligation is successfully carried out, we seek to also decommission one of our biggest landfills at Olusosun and Solous.

“All these are symbols of  progress of collaboration,” he said.

The commissioner said that Lagos, as a coastal city, was exposed to the effect of climate change, sea level rise, heavy rainfall and excessive heat.

“All these bring about flash flooding when there is tidal lock due to the inability of water to discharge into its sources,” he said.

He said that aerial geographic information showed that the original landmass of Lagos, which was 3,577 square metres. had increased to 4,050 square metres.

Wahab attributed this to massive reclamation of wetlands and lagoon water bodies for real estate construction.

He said that Lagos State had been exercising its legal powers to check excesses  coming with the human activities.

The commissioner, at the weekend,  featured as a panelist at the the Harvard University Climate Action Week.

The event had the theme: ‘Rising Seas, Resilient Communities, Climate Adaptation Strategies in West Africa’.

PDP Anambra Urges INEC To Protect Internal Party Democracy

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PDP Anambra Urges INEC To Protect Internal Party Democracy

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Anambra Chapter, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and stakeholders to protect internal democracy being lured to arbitrarily dissolve its duly constituted State Executive Committee(SEC).

The PDP in a letter to INEC signed by Mr Chidi Chidebe, the chairman of the chapter said the Oct 23, 2024 Congress in the state was conducted in strict compliance with the Judgment of the Court of Appeal and fully monitored by INEC.

The party’s letter which was made available to newsmen in Awka on Sunday, was in reaction to a letter purportedly written by INEC directing a ‘repeat congress’ in the Anambra chapter

The PDP said the election which produced the current State Executive Council, was widely described as the most free and most transparent in the state’s history.

The products of the exercise were were constitutionally guaranteed a four-year tenure between 2024 and 2028.

The party warned that no individual or group should be allowed the power to arbitrarily usurp the party for illegitimate political gains, noting that such actions erode party structures and weaken public trust in Nigeria’s democratic system.

“The need for every stakeholder to join hands in deepening internal democracy within all political parties has never been more urgent,” PDP said.

It called on INEC to investigate and publicly explain why it would consider the abrupt termination of a legitimately constituted State Executive Committee of a political party that had a constitutional mandate of four years.

The party further called on the electoral body to reaffirm its independence and commitment to the Electoral Act 2022 by tracing the source of the allegedly forged document and making clarification to Nigerians

The PDP said hat the document in circulation, which was calling for a so-called repeat congress was unknown to Nigerian electoral law and therefore a nullity.

The PDP in Anambra dismissed so-called “open letter” as ‘social-media propaganda’, adding that it held no weight before a constitutionally established body like INEC.

“The legitimate letter from the State Chairman has been duly submitted, received, and acknowledged by both the INEC Headquarters in Abuja and the Anambra office,” the party said.

The PDP urged INEC not to allow itself to be used as a tool to destabilise a lawfully constituted party structure in Anambra.

Sanwo-Olu Celebrates Remi Tinubu At 65

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Sanwo-Olu Celebrates Remi Tinubu At 65

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, has extended his warm wishes to the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu on her 65th birthday.

This is contained in a congratulatory message signed by Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile in Lagos on Sunday.

According to Sanwo-Olu, the first lady is a pillar of support to President Bola Tinubu through the Renewed Hope Initiative, which has impacted millions of Nigerians positively.

“Lagos is proud to celebrate Senator Remi Tinubu at 65, following her dedicated service to Lagos State as First Lady and member of the Senate for 12 years,” he said.

He said the first lady’s selfless dedication to public service has continued to shine since the President assumed office on May 29, 2023, noting that she has used her office to impact the lives of many Nigerians, especially women.

The governor praised the first lady for her tireless efforts in addressing the needs of women and children through various empowerment programmes and projects.

He added that the Renewed Hope Initiative, which she championed, has provided relief and support to families across the country.

“On behalf of my adorable wife, Ibijoke, the government and the entire people of Lagos State, I heartily congratulate Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, the wife of our leader and President, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, on the occasion of her 65th birthday.
“Sen. Oluremi Tinubu is a great ambassador of our dear State.

“She has served the State passionately as First Lady for eight years and as a member of the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly for three consecutive terms without any blemish.

“We are proud of her achievements in both private and public offices. Her contributions to the development of both Lagos and Nigeria are commendable.

“We celebrate her today and always for her kindness, advocacy for social justice, and philanthropic endeavours,” the governor said.

Sanwo-Olu prayed for God’s continued guidance and good health for her, saying that “God will give her more strength and grace to render more service to humanity and our dear country, Nigeria.”

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