To help provide food and nutrition assistance to Nigerian communities that have been impacted by conflict, the US government has given the WFP $32.5 million.
The US Embassy in Nigeria stated in a statement on Wednesday that the funding will provide nutrition and food aid to internally displaced people in the North-East and North-West regions.
The Embassy claims that the support is intended to save lives and lessen the suffering of vulnerable groups, particularly women and children.
Through electronic food vouchers, WFP Nigeria will distribute food and nutrition assistance to 764, 205 people in conflict-affected areas, including complementary nutrition top-ups for 41, 569 pregnant and breastfeeding women and girls, and 43, 235 children.
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To address worsening hunger and malnutrition, the United States announced a $93 million emergency food assistance program for 13 nations, including 12 in Africa in August.
Nearly one million children who are severely malnourished will receive ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF), according to the US Department of State.
Some of the countries that are receiving aid are Haiti, Mali, Niger, Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Nigeria, Madagascar, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djibouti, Kenya, and Chad, according to the US government.
The US state department’s principal deputy spokesperson stated in a press release that the aid would also cover necessary food items, targeted nutritional assistance, and emergency logistics.
“Today is the Trump Administration’s first 200 days, and it will follow on that promise of real victories for the American people.” The United States is restoring strength, ensuring prosperity, and standing up for American interests on the global stage, according to Pigott.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Federal Government to immediately take responsibility for completing the long-abandoned National Library of Nigeria project in Abuja, warning that a national monument of such importance should not be left to private charity.
Reacting to recent comments by First Lady, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, who announced her intention to support the library’s completion as part of her birthday celebrations, the ADC in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, expressed appreciation for her gesture, but stressed that the National Library cannot be reduced to a personal pet project.
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According to the party, the National Library, established by an Act of Parliament in 1964, is the custodian of Nigeria’s collective memory and intellectual heritage. In this regard, its completion and long-term maintenance, the ADC argued, must be prioritized through transparent, sustainable and predictable national funding, not through goodwill donations.
Read the full statement:
“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) acknowledges and appreciates the thoughtful gesture of The First Lady, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, in drawing attention to the abandoned National Library of Nigeria project in Abuja as part of her birthday celebrations.
“However, as a responsible party, we must firmly state that the National Library of Nigeria cannot, and must not, be reduced to the status of a personal pet project of any individual, no matter how well-intentioned.
“The National Library is a living repository of our collective memory and intellectual heritage. It is the custodian of Nigeria’s story, culture, research, and knowledge production. It is not just another building.
“It was established by an Act of Parliament in 1964, as a parastatal of the Federal Ministry of Education to ensure that future generations have access to the wealth of knowledge needed to build a progressive and enlightened society. Therefore, for sustainability purposes, the library and its projects must be funded through national budgetary provisions.
“Now that Mrs. Tinubu has shown interest in the National Library, what is required is not personal charity, but presidential attention. The First Lady should use her influence to impress upon President Tinubu the urgency of completing this project through budgetary allocations.
“From what we know, the responsibility for its funding was at some point shifted to TETFUND. This explains why neither the library’s budget for 2024 nor 2025 included any direct budgetary allocations.
Let us be clear that the Nigerian National Library is far too significant to be ignored or left to rely on well-intentioned people’s good will. Being purposefully overlooked in the appropriation process would not allow a country to preserve its intellectual heritage.
Thank you, Mrs. Tinubu thanks her for her concern and for bringing attention to this neglected project for a while.
Bamidele Akingboye, the Social Democratic Party candidate for the Ondo State governorship election on November 16, 2024, has passed away.
Oyeniyi Akingboye passed away earlier on Wednesday at his home in Victoria Garden City, Lagos, according to a statement from his aide.
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Akingboye, a well-known businessman and a mentor to many across Nigeria and beyond, is credited with his unwavering integrity, humility, and generosity.
His wives, children, grandchildren, and siblings remain. In this difficult time of grief, the family has requested privacy, and it will inform the family about burial plans and other details.
After their most recent split, Millie Court’s friends revealed what she fears most about her ex-boyfriend Liam Reardon.
Millie Court’s friends open up about Love Island star’s ‘worst nightmare scenario’(Image: Instagram)
Millie Court’s friends have opened up about her “worst nightmare scenario” following her second break-up from Liam Reardon. The Love Island star is reportedly panicking that her ex will appear on the next season of Love Island All Stars.
The pair met and fell in love on ITV2’s popular dating show in 2021 and were ultimately crowned the winners, despite Liam kissing Lillie Haynes in Casa Amor. Liam’s actions away from the villa were so shocking, the show altered their format to allow Lillie, a dumped Casa girl, to come back to share what happened with Millie.
However, Millie and Liam were successful in winning over the public. They remained apart until their initial split was revealed in July 2022, but they rekindled contact a year later.
However, it was reported that Millie was “gutted” after Liam reportedly called it quits on their relationship yesterday (2 September).
Millie’s friends have revealed her biggest fear after split from Liam(Image: Millie Court/Youtube/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TsO82RUKxQ)
After the initial breakup, Liam agreed to E4’s Celebs Go Dating, and now an insider has informed The Sun that Millie worries that Liam will sign up for Love Island All Stars, which kicks off its third season in January.
Millie’s family member described it as the “worst nightmare scenario” for her and said it would be difficult for her to see her ex-boyfriend again.
They said Liam will make it very painful for her to watch Love Island All Stars in January because she has told her friends. She is persuaded to do it because she knows his employers will want him, and he signed up for Celebs Go Dating after their last disagreement in 2022.
She detested the fact that he was dating women on that, and she couldn’t handle it again. Because they met and fell in love at the villa, Love Island All Stars would be even worse for her. She would have the worst nightmare scenario.
Liam went on E4’s Celebs Go Dating after first split from Millie(Image: e4)
Liam’s friend has remarked that he isn’t moving too quickly back to the villa or any reality TV.” They insisted that Liam is not even considering any other TV offers at the moment, especially dating ones.
He regrets doing Celebs Go Dating after the previous split, so he shouldn’t be too soon to return to the villa.
However, they also suggested that he might change his mind: “Despite that, it’s only four months away and a lot can happen there.”
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According to sources, the couple’s friends hope Millie and Liam can rekindle their romance. They had to navigate a long-distance relationship while they were together, Millie based in Essex, and Liam based in Wales. Friends hoped this was a “blip” but ultimately found it too difficult.
Friends are hoping this might just be a blip because it’s all still very fresh, a source said. “Obviously, they’ve worked things out before. But they are currently separating. Everyone who believes in them hopes things will work out.
Friends hope Millie and Liam can work it out(Image: Instagram/@milliegracecourt)
Millie and Liam have not publicly disclosed their split, but Millie said in a statement that she and Liam wanted to let everyone know that we have separated to prevent any speculation.
“I’ve had a difficult decision, and I’m devastated, but what’s ultimately in our best interest right now is what. Thank you to each and every one of you who has helped us grow our relationship.
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Nothing can ever diminish the incredible learning we had last year and on Love Island, and I wish Liam the very best of all of his endeavors.
“I’m excited for what’s coming, and we’re both prepared for new chapters.” Love, Millie”.
After their most recent split, Millie Court’s friends revealed what she fears most about her ex-boyfriend Liam Reardon.
Millie Court’s friends open up about Love Island star’s ‘worst nightmare scenario’(Image: Instagram)
Millie Court’s friends have opened up about her “worst nightmare scenario” following her second break-up from Liam Reardon. The Love Island star is reportedly panicking that her ex will appear on the next season of Love Island All Stars.
The pair met and fell in love on ITV2’s popular dating show in 2021 and were ultimately crowned the winners, despite Liam kissing Lillie Haynes in Casa Amor. Liam’s actions away from the villa were so shocking, the show altered their format to allow Lillie, a dumped Casa girl, to come back to share what happened with Millie.
However, Millie and Liam were successful in winning over the public. They remained apart until their initial split was revealed in July 2022, but they rekindled contact a year later.
However, it was reported that Millie was “gutted” after Liam reportedly called it quits on their relationship yesterday (2 September).
Millie’s friends have revealed her biggest fear after split from Liam(Image: Millie Court/Youtube/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TsO82RUKxQ)
After the initial breakup, Liam agreed to E4’s Celebs Go Dating, and now an insider has informed The Sun that Millie worries that Liam will sign up for Love Island All Stars, which kicks off its third season in January.
Millie’s family member described it as the “worst nightmare scenario” for her and said it would be difficult for her to see her ex-boyfriend again.
They said Liam will make it very painful for her to watch Love Island All Stars in January because she has told her friends. She is persuaded to do it because she knows his employers will want him, and he signed up for Celebs Go Dating after their last disagreement in 2022.
She detested the fact that he was dating women on that, and she couldn’t handle it again. Because they met and fell in love at the villa, Love Island All Stars would be even worse for her. She would have the worst nightmare scenario.
Liam went on E4’s Celebs Go Dating after first split from Millie(Image: e4)
Liam’s friend has remarked that he isn’t moving too quickly back to the villa or any reality TV.” They insisted that Liam is not even considering any other TV offers at the moment, especially dating ones.
He regrets doing Celebs Go Dating after the previous split, so he shouldn’t be too soon to return to the villa.
However, they also suggested that he might change his mind: “Despite that, it’s only four months away and a lot can happen there.”
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According to sources, the couple’s friends hope Millie and Liam can rekindle their romance. They had to navigate a long-distance relationship while they were together, Millie based in Essex, and Liam based in Wales. Friends hoped this was a “blip” but ultimately found it too difficult.
Friends are hoping this might just be a blip because it’s all still very fresh, a source said. “Obviously, they’ve worked things out before. But they are currently separating. Everyone who believes in them hopes things will work out.
Friends hope Millie and Liam can work it out(Image: Instagram/@milliegracecourt)
Millie and Liam have not publicly disclosed their split, but Millie said in a statement that she and Liam wanted to let everyone know that we have separated to prevent any speculation.
“I’ve had a difficult decision, and I’m devastated, but what’s ultimately in our best interest right now is what. Thank you to each and every one of you who has helped us grow our relationship.
Continue reading the article.
Nothing can ever diminish the incredible learning we had last year and on Love Island, and I wish Liam the very best of all of his endeavors.
“I’m excited for what’s coming, and we’re both prepared for new chapters.” Love, Millie”.
A classic song that dominated the 1990s has now become one of the most popular songs worldwide, thanks to a Netflix special that features a One Direction member.
A chart-topping 90s song has become one of the world’s most listened to songs (stock image)(Image: Luis Alvarez via Getty Images)
Unexpectedly, a 1990s chart-topping song has become one of the most popular songs on the planet. The group’s unquestionable comeback may be attributed to the song’s most recent inclusion in a Netflix production, but it represents a startling resurgence nonetheless.
Nearly three decades after its debut, the song has seen a rise in plays in recent weeks. Even the band’s lead singer is taken aback when he says it’s the “biggest our band has ever been” Although the 1998 drop was featured on Spotify’s Top 50 Global Chart for a while, it’s only now that people are clocked up this dramatic rise.
Iris, the Goo Goo Dolls’ anthem, is currently in the Top 50, making it one of Spotify’s most played tracks this summer.
Its chart-topping popularity has caught both the musicians and its fans off guard. Although the piece’s triumph is undoubtedly a plus, frontman John Rzeznik harbors conflicted emotions.
He claimed, “This is the biggest our band has ever been.” But there are times when I feel like I’ve written a song.
While the song’s inclusion in the Marvel blockbuster Deadpool and Wolverine undoubtedly helped it reach the top 50 on Spotify, its continued popularity might be a result of a recent Netflix program.
Goo Goo Dolls frontman John Rzeznik is still surprised by the song’s longevity (file)(Image: Scott Legato, Getty Images)
The track has been featured in a number of episodes of Netflix’s reality TV show Building the Band. Six groups made up of 50 performers make up the panel for the series.
The judging lineup for the show featured Nicole Scherzinger, Kelly Rowland, and the late One Direction star, Liam Payne.
Payne’s final public appearance was the Netflix original, and the show’s final performances were shot in Manchester in the summer of 2024.
Although the group was at risk of being sent home, a rendition of Midnight ‘Til Morning’s Iris was performed on the program.
They were saved by the judging panel, and they made it through the final two rounds before being awarded the boot.
Iris has appeared in films and telly programmes regularly over recent decades. Most famously, it was included on the soundtrack to the Meg Ryan and Nicolas Cage film City of Angels.
Frontman Rzeznik explained that the song was being written in a hotel in Los Angeles while he was going through a divorce at the time. Simply put, it was very emotionally charged.
If I had been this guy, I would have thought about what I would have said to this girl.
