Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote has retired as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dangote Cement Plc. In a statement on Friday, a spokesman for the company, Anthony Chiejina, said the retirement took effect from July 25, 2025. Subsequently, the Board of the company announced the appointment of Emmanuel Ikazoboh, an independent non-executive director, as the new Chairman, Board of Directors.

"I Will Support UI to Remain the First and the Best," assures Vice President Shettima The Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, has assured that he will support the University of Ibadan to remain the first and the best university in Nigeria and to reclaim its glory globally. He gave this assurance while receiving the management team of the university led by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Kayode O. Adebowale, mni, FAS, fspsp, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The team was there to decorate him as UI@75 Ambassador Plenipotentiary. The Vice President acknowledged that UI is the greatest citadel of learning in Nigeria and West Africa. He recalled, in his days as a postgraduate student in UI, the university had students from all over Africa who came to obtain UI degrees, adding that the university has produced many icons. He reiterated the Federal Government’s unfaltering decision to reposition Nigeria’s education sector, affirming that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, will mobilise both public and private sector support to reposition higher institutions of learning, particularly the University of Ibadan, being Nigeria’s premier university. He expressed profound delight at the honour bestowed on him by the university, stating that he will gladly display the plaque in his office as a warm reminder of his staunch affiliation to the university. The Vice Chancellor had earlier disclosed that he led the special team from the university to perform the significant task which commemorates the 75th anniversary of the University of Ibadan, restating that the university was established in 1948 and had turned 75 years on 17 November, 2023. Professor Adebowale explained that the University through its UI@75 Committee decided to mark the landmark anniversary by carefully selecting notable Alumni of the University who have made invaluable impact and contributed significantly to the advancement of the cause of humanity. He stated that the University had earlier designated many alumni as UI@75 Ambassadors while notable friends and eminent personalities who are not Alumni of the University were designated as UI@75 Ambassadors Extraordinaire. He disclosed that the Vice President is the only alumnus of the university designated as UI@75 Ambassador Plenipotentiary, the highest alumnus honour conferred. The Registrar, Mr. Ganiyu O. Saliu, decorated the Vice President, on behalf of Council, Senate, Staff, and Students of the University, and presented a plaque to the honouree. On the Vice Chancellor's entourage were the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration, Professor Peter O. Olapegba, FNPA, fspsp; the Registrar, Mr Ganiyu O. Saliu, fspsp; Director of the Office of Alumni Relations, Professor Olakunbi Olasope; a Faculty member, Dr Babatunde Blavo; Mr Oladayo Olajide, and Mr Adeniyi Adebayo of the UI Directorate of Public Communication. Courtesy: UI DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC COMMUNICATION

*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 26/07/2025* For Free, Credible 2027 Polls: Strip president of power to control judiciary, INEC — Nigerians ASUU to sue FG over UNIMAID renaming after Buhari Fake News: Editors to set up fact-check desk in newsrooms Class of 99 Govs to Tinubu: Create cottage industries in 774 LGAs, not N5,000 palliative Seven killed in Imo beer parlour attacks Insecurity: Despite N12.6trn Allocations, Nigeria Continues To Battle Boko Haram, Others How traffickers use online loans, scholarships, others to entrap victims – NAPTIP SDP crisis deepens as NEC sacks NWC members, party disowns El-Rufai Aliko Dangote steps down as Dangote Cement Chairman to focus on refinery WAFCON 2024: Ghana beat South Africa on penalties to win bronze FG moves to evacuate stranded Nigerians in CAR Two Nigerians arrested in India over drugs, face deportation Nigerians risk deportation as UK scraps sponsorship for over 100 skilled jobs ----------------------------- *DID YOU KNOW?* * There are no freshwater lakes in Togo. The main rivers are the Oti River in northern Togo, Mono River which forms part of the border with Benin and the Mo River at the border to Ghana. * The most expensive domain name ever sold is Cars.com, valued at $872.3 million. This valuation was reported by its parent company, Gannett Co., Inc., in an SEC filing. ----------------------------- Tinubu hails Diaspora for $20.93b remittances in 2024 Tinubu receives The Gambia’s President, Barrow, on condolence visit Tinubu seeks time to verify N4tn GENCO debt Tinubu reunites with class of 1999 governors at State House Education under Renewed Hope Agenda undergoing transformation – Shettima Reps threaten CBN gov’s arrest for shunning invites Osun must refund seven month’s LG allocations, AGF tells S’Court Osun court acquits ex-NMA chairman of electricity meter theft EFCC warns against suspicious foreign airlines ticket promos Tik Toker who claimed President Tinubu died remanded in correctional centre Presidency to Kwankwaso: Tinubu not neglecting North FG loses N379.5bn as 223 importers breach TAP TCN, Kano resolve dispute stalling power line completion FG sets six-week deadline for completion of renewed hope city in Kano Customs gives 21-day ultimatum to defaulters over N379b bond FG urges cancer patients to leverage health insurance Voice of Nigeria to begin broadcasting in Mandarin Over 620,000 traffic offenders arrested in 11 months – FRSC UNIBEN wins National Electric Vehicle Design Competition, secures N5m prize WAFCON: Oramah pledges N.5m per goal to Super Falcon Ooni hosts 2025 Ayanagalu Drum Festival in Ife Orji celebrates Umahi at 62 My wife stopped me from criticising Buhari after his death – Fayose Dangote Cement announces Ikazoboh as new chairman Eko Disco announces three-week power outage as TCN begins critical repairs Transcorp Hotels posts N47.57bn H1 revenue Shareholders approve N45bn capital raise for Champion Breweries Ighodalo’s running mate denies defection to APC Media tries to exaggerate Okpebholo’s warning to Peter Obi  —  Oshiomhole Sanwo-Olu inaugurates legacy projects in Bariga, Agboyi-Ketu LCDAs Ibas faults ex-labour leader’s criticism of workers, pensioners’ audit Katsina gov extols late Emir of Gusau as thoughtful, stabilising leader Lagos unveils digital training for youths Families mourn as Plateau buries 27 killed in herders’ attack Ekiti trains livestock farmers on health, safety practices Emir Of Gusau Dies, Tinubu, Gov Lawal Mourn Lagos traditional rulers demand 5% allowance from LG allocation Monarch petitions Sanwo-Olu, seeks sanction for council chairman over assault Angry residents attack Osun firefighters for late response Police arrest Bauchi woman for kidnapping newborn, killing two girls Police bust child trafficking syndicate, rescue 11 children in Anambra Arrested 11-year-old girl used to traffic drugs – Delta police Lady arrested in Lagos for mixing spoiled yam flour with harmful colouring Jigawa father of six nabbed for killing ex-wife Notorious cultist who killed my father still roams free — Son of Rivers chief Children of late envoy to exhume corpse for reburial in home town ----------------------------- *TODAY IN HISTORY* * On this day in 1847, the country of Liberia was founded. This west African state was founded primarily by freed slaves from the United States. The Liberian constitution was based on the US’s constitution and the capital, Monrovia, is named after James Monroe, the fifth president of the United States. ----------------------------- It is a known facts that for many thousand years, we Africans we have our own traditions, these money making organization, them come put we Africans into total confusion through Jesus Christ our Lord. – Fela Anikulapo-Kuti Good morning *Compiled by Hon. Osuji George osujis@yahoo.com +234-8122200446*

They banned GMO in Europe… but they’re forcing it down Africa’s throat. Why? Because they don’t want to feed us — they want to OWN us. Wake up Nigeria. #SayNoToGMO ~ @seaking303

Breaking 🚨‼️ Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote has retired as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dangote Cement Planet. In a statement on Friday, a spokesman for the company, Anthony Chiejina, said the retirement took effect from July 25, 2025. Subsequently, the Board of the company announced the appointment of Emmanuel Ikazoboh, an independent non-executive director, as the new Chairman, Board of Directors. #worldwideblogstandard

Wow this guy can act for African

Those who committed these acts against Africans have no right to lecture us on human rights. ~ @vladimirputin

LINGHZI- FOR AFRICA BY AFRICA

Dear Nigerians, ‼️ Please do not joke with this warning. Read & share widely. This is not about politics. Tinubu's relentless foreign aid threatens to plunge Nigeria into its darkest era yet, a pit from which recovery may be impossible. GMOs will fuck us all!! Around June 2024, the Federal Government of Nigeria quietly launched the TELA Maize Variety, a genetically modified organism (GMO) seed allegedly designed to boost maize production in the country, with little to no publicity. The TELA Maize was developed at the Institute of Agricultural Research (IAR) at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, in collaboration with the African Agriculture Technology Foundation (AATF), which is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. GMOs, or Genetically Modified Organisms, are plants, animals, or microorganisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. Scientists isolate specific genes from one organism and insert them into another to transfer desired traits. For example, scientists can insert genes from a bacterium that naturally produces insect-killing proteins into a crop plant. This modification helps the plant resist pests without requiring chemical insecticides. How will it affect Nigeria? GMOs are like seeds with superpowers; they can harm other living things, such as: - Bees, birds, and butterflies that interact with the plants - Animals like cows, horses, and goats that eat the plants - Nearby plants that grow alongside GMO crops The use of herbicide-resistant GMOs can trigger dangerous ecological changes in Nigeria. One major risk is the rise of herbicide-resistant weeds, which thrive despite chemical control. This disrupts balance in our ecosystem and build a chain reaction and that's just the beginning If bees are harmed, they can't help natural plants grow by spreading pollen. That means animals depending on those plants for food or shelter start to suffer. With their habitats shrinking, they migrate or die off. We could see huge wildlife extinction within a few decades. Health implications: Introducing genes from one food into another can trigger new allergens or unknown effects in the human body. The long-term health impact of GMO foods is still unclear. It’s like being used for experiments without your consent. Just like a fucking Lab rat GMOs have been linked to cancers, allergies, and other health issues partly due to their reliance on toxic pesticides. By harming biodiversity and reducing nutritional diversity, they pose serious risks to both human health and the environment. There has been growing speculation around GMOs in Africa, especially with figures like Bill Gates involved. Many see it as more than just control over Nigeria’s food system; it raises fears of long-term harm to public health and population through toxic, life-altering food. Let’s talk about the economic implications: What is a patent? A patent is the sole right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention. In this context, it means Nigeria can only buy seeds from Bill Gates. From our laws too “Patents and Designs Act Cap 344,” GMO seeds are often patented, meaning a few foreign companies control the seed supply, forcing farmers to buy new seeds every season at higher costs. The result? Farmer dependency, and loss of control over Nigeria’s agriculture & food security to a foreigner, Be worried. Just like our oil was patented, so Nigeria must rely on a few foreign companies to refine it, and we’re seeing the same with our farmlands. GMO patents threaten our food security, leaving food production in the hands of outsiders. Same trap, different sector. GMO seeds are made to resist pests and herbicides. But once planted, they lead to super-strong weeds that won’t die even after spraying herbicides. These “superweeds” are a tough, lasting problem for farmers and the environment. They become herbicide-resistant weeds, plants that survive even after weedkiller sprays. When weeds face the same herbicide over and over, they adapt and build resistance, making them harder to control; they keep spreading, threatening crops and ecosystems. When herbicide-resistant weeds take over farmland, they kill any non-GMO crops planted. This forces Nigerian farmers or the Nigerian state to rely only on patented GMO seeds controlled by foreign companies like those linked to Bill Gates or risk losing their harvest and going hungry. Control over our food supply gives these companies huge power, potentially swaying government decisions just to keep access to GMO seeds. “He who controls a nation’s food chain controls the nation.” This could put Nigeria completely in their pocket. The biggest issue? Market transparency. GMO seed monopolies often hide or don’t label their products, so farmers can’t make informed choices. The Nigerian government already gave them the go-ahead to enter our market. This means many will end up unknowingly buying and planting GMOs

An African rock python has reportedly escaped from the private residence of a former Accountant General of the Federation in Daneji, a densely populated area of the Kano Municipal Local Government Area.

As a South African🇿🇦, I don't know much about Nigerian players, but these are my favourites. I’ve been following them for years. The class and respect they carry is unmatched. I may not know them personally, but you can tell they’re incredibly humble. I hope one day I’ll get the chance to meet them in person and shake their hands. I wouldn’t mind meeting Alozie in the USA and Ndah in South Africa. Above all, I wish this unnecessary quarrel between South Africa and Nigeria would come to an end.

*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 25/07/2025* 14 villagers, policeman killed in Plateau attacks Tears as Ponzi rice scheme collapses in Edo States slashing power tariff must pay subsidy – NERC Yilwatda pledges unity, expansion as new APC National Chairman OAU students reject new dress code, cite rights violation Insecurity: Oyo outlaws Sunday trading at Bola Ige market Priscilla Ojo, Juma Jux expecting first child Hulk Hogan, wrestling icon, dies at 71 Plane crashes in Russia, kills 50 passengers US quits Gaza truce talks, blaming Hamas for failure France will recognise State of Palestine – Macron Nigeria presents 3rd SDG progress report at UN forum 50 Nigerians nabbed for cyberfraud, human trafficking in Ghana Canada-based Nigerian Chef to cook 15,500 dishes in Guinness World Record bid -------------------------- *DID YOU KNOW?* * Burundi has two capital cities. In 2019, the government decided to make Gitega the political capital of the Burundi while keeping Bujumbura as its economic capital. * Humans have inherited genes from other species throughout evolution. -------------------------- 2027: ‘Coalition of confusion’ – Tinubu mocks ADC as Yilwatda emerges APC chair Shettima: Nigeria to champion privatesector-led food systems reform at UN Summit 2027: ADC coalition a desperate, ideology-lacking move — Speaker Abbas Kalu hails Tinubu’s $3bn allocation for eastern rail line completion Reps committee to introduce green jobs bill, target women, youth in energy sector Reps move to establish independent body for tracking federal projects Natasha blocked, released at Abuja airport Natasha to serve out suspension as Senate enters recess Court fixes Nov. 25 for ex-Anambra Governor Obiano’s trial Court orders Police to pay #EndSARS protesters N10m over rights violation Court affirms FIRS’ powers to collect VAT on food deliverie Fake customs officer arraigned after scamming victims N34m $2.1m trial: Court orders return of seized funds to ex-NHIS boss EFCC, NFIU target terror funds after N13.7m Plateau cash bust Nigeria harbours 40% of W’Africa’s 500 million illegal arms – CDS Illegal arms mop-up begins in South West — NCCSLA Four arrested over NDLEA officer’s killing in Ondo NSCDC licenses 28 private security firms, tasks them on intelligence gathering FG sets 12-year new minimum age for JSS1 admission FG mandates GPS coordinates for projects above N150m Umahi orders urgent repairs on damaged Keffi Flyover after truck collision Tinubu channeling oil subsidy savings to health, other sectors – Pate New contractors invited to fast-track $2.8bn pipeline completion – NNPC Officers issuing passports to non-citizens won’t go free, says Immigration boss 2027: INEC receives 10 more applications for political party registration Anambra: INEC registers over 160,000 new voters in two weeks Bad roads, reckless driving kill 2,800 in six months – FRSC NADDC develops standards for gas-powered, electric vehicle industry NYSC pushes for stricter monitoring of corps members’ performance States have no power to alter wholesale electricity cost – NERC First Holdco’s N323b transaction complied with all rules, says SEC LPPC shortlists Ubanyioneu, Badejo-Olusanya, 55 others for SAN rank Nigeria faces cancer emergency with 127,000 cases annually, experts warn Deborah’s death inspires initiative to curb religious extremism HRAI condemns attacks on Muslim women in veil Over 207 million Nigerians have benefited from donated N110bn medical facilities — RCCG Electricity Act amendment: Labour rejects proposed ban on industrial action N’west youths want candidate to replace Yilwatda as minister Electricity tariff by state regulators threatens sector liquidity – DisCos, GenCos ‘3,500 Nigerian goods enjoy zero duties to UK Dangote refinery to hit 700,000bpd by December – Report Nigeria open to stablecoins, says SEC Dangote Sugar reports N626m Q2 loss Guinness Nigeria rebounds to N16.2bn full-year profit Fidelity Bank to empower 100 SMEs with digital tools Guinness emerges Big Brother Naija Season 10 Gold Sponsor LBS deepens EU-Nigeria alliance amid €730m grant PDP NEC fixes national elective convention for Nov 15 in Ibadan ADC slams FG as US flags Nigeria as high-risk destination Stop poking your nose in opposition affairs, Atiku fires back at Tinubu, APC 2027: PDP zones presidency to South Yilwatda speaks on Kwankwaso’s possible defection to APC Kwankwaso: Tinubu Developing Southern Nigeria At Expense Of North Bauchi Gov: We’ll Give APC A Big Fight In 2027 Sanwo-Olu, Fashola hail as Oniru unveils Lagos memoir Otti under fire for opposing more South-East states Makinde unveils new Oyo tourist hub masterplan UNICEF tasks Adamawa traditional rulers on out-of-school children Jigawa airport gets approval to operate cargo terminal Ogun LG signs $250m partnership to transform communities Yobe reopens closed markets, cites improved security Govt canvasses ethical use of AI in storytelling Lagos celebrates 25 years of legal aid for vulnerable Kaduna Film Festival receives 2,000 films from 50 countries – Organisers Police arrest 6 over alleged theft of solar street lights in Bayelsa Police foil robbery, kill suspect in A’Ibom Suspected Killer Of Kogi Photo Journalist Found Dead Runaway python from ex-AGF’s Kano residence raises panic, alarm Ogun Takes Custody Of Abandoned 2-Day-Old Baby -------------------------- *TODAY IN HISTORY* * On this day in 1978, the world’s first test tube baby was born. Louise Joy Brown was the first person to be conceived using in-vitro fertilization or IVF technology, pioneered by doctors Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards. -------------------------- Hope is the power that gives a person the confidence to step out and try. – Zig Ziglar 😃😃😃 Good morning and happy weekend Good morning *Compiled by Hon. Osuji George osujis@yahoo.com +234-8122200446*