Nigeria – The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has rejected the petition for the recall of the lawmaker representing Kogi central senatorial district, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The Commission in a statement on Thursday said that the petition did not meet the requirements for recalling a senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. News reported that the…
Champions League – Real Madrid fear that at least one of their key players will be banned by the UEFA, as they await verdicts on Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius, Antonio Rudiger, and Dani Ceballos. UEFA are investigating the players’ conduct during and after their dramatic penalty shootout victory against Atletico Madrid on March 12. The main…
Nigeria – A former lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has rejected an appointment to serve as a judge in the forthcoming Miss World Nigeria Beauty Pageant. The pageant has been scheduled to hold at Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos on April 4. The event organiser, Senator Ben Bruce, who is Sani’s friend and former colleague in the…
Nigeria — The Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Ojogwu, well known as Odumodublvck, has revealed that he dissed President Bola Tinubu in one of his songs out of loyalty to Peter Obi. He said he took the step during the 2023 election period because he believed in Obi’s vision and wanted to show full support for the…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Capital Territory FCT minister, Nyesom Wike on Thursday dismissed social media reports that he collapsed last week, saying with God’s help, he would sign the condolence messages of those who wished him dead. He decribed the reports as the handiwork of persons trying to score cheap political points, the minister…
US – As the “Japa” trend continues to gain momentum, many Nigerians with only WAEC or SSCE certificates wonder if they have viable options to relocate abroad. While their paths may be more limited than those with higher academic qualifications, several practical routes remain open for them to explore. 1. Study Routes With Low Entry…
Ukraine – The Russian Defence Ministry said on Thursday that Ukrainian armed forces have carried out four attacks on Russian energy infrastructure facilities in the past 24 hours. “Over the past 24 hours, the Ukrainian armed forces have carried out four attacks on Russian energy infrastructure,” the ministry said in a statement. As a result…
US – The need to get attractive job offers/markets and upskill for a promising future is an important reason Nigerians seek ‘greener pastures’ in foreign nations. If you need to secure a high-paying job abroad with free visa sponsorship, you should target countries with strong job markets and well-established visa sponsorship programmes for skilled professionals….
Benin City, Nigeria — The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, have rejected the verdict of the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, vowing to appeal the decision. In a statement on Wednesday, PDP State Chairman, Tony Aziegbemi, described the ruling as a “huge travesty of justice,”…
Abuja, Nigeria — Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has alleged that President Bola Tinubu has once again traveled to France for medical treatment, contradicting official claims of a working visit. Sowore, in a statement on Wednesday, criticized the alleged misinformation surrounding the president’s trip, expressing concern that Nigerians were being misled…
Paris, France — Moses Simon, Nantes’ dynamic winger, has been nominated for the prestigious Marc-Vivien Foé Award, recognizing the best African player in France’s Ligue 1. The award, named in honor of late Cameroonian midfielder Marc-Vivien Foé, who tragically passed away on the pitch in 2003, celebrates outstanding African talent in French football. Simon, 29,…
Abuja, Nigeria — Civil society organisations (CSOs) and religious leaders from the Niger Delta have called for an immediate suspension of oil exploration in Ogoniland, citing worsening environmental degradation and unfulfilled commitments to critical United Nations recommendations. The demand was made during a two-day human rights workshop convened by the World Council of Churches (WCC)…
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria’s oil production saw a decline of 50,000 barrels per day (bpd) in March, averaging 1.5 million bpd in line with its designated quota. The drop comes amid delays in loading the Bonny Light crude grade, following a fire outbreak at the Trans-Niger Pipeline. This development coincided with the Organisation of Petroleum…
Okitipupa, Ondo State — The best-graduating student of Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Stephen Emeomi-Magi, has been awarded N500,000 in recognition of his academic excellence. The prestigious award, known as the “Mrs. Josephine Ajua Ahonaruogho Prize Money for Best Graduating Student,” was sponsored by the Ahonaruogho family of Benin, Edo State, as…
Owerri, Imo State — After a five-month vacancy, Justice Theophilus Nnamdi Nzeukwu has been officially sworn in as the Acting Chief Judge of Imo State. The appointment was formalized on Wednesday evening, as Governor Hope Uzodimma administered the oath of office to Justice Nzeukwu at the Sam Mbakwe Executive Chambers, Douglas House, Owerri. Alongside him,…
Istanbul, Turkey — Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen delivered a match-winning performance, netting twice to secure Galatasaray’s 2-1 victory over Fenerbahçe in a gripping Turkish Cup quarter-final on Wednesday night. Turkey international Baris Yilmaz set up Osimhen for the opener just 10 minutes into the encounter, giving Galatasaray an early advantage in the fiercely contested derby….
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has given the green light for the recruitment of 34 resident doctors under a seven-year fixed-term residency training program. Confirming the development, Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, revealed that these doctors represent the first…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Yovoyan community in Badagry is reeling from shock and grief following the alleged killing of three individuals in a violent land dispute involving a former police officer. The victims, identified as Richard Atideka, Latevi Atideka, and Muji Onilude, were reportedly shot dead in the early hours of Tuesday, April 1, 2025….
Istanbul, Turkey — Fenerbahçe’s head coach, José Mourinho, has found himself at the center of controversy following a heated altercation with Galatasaray’s manager, Okan Buruk, after their intense derby showdown. The incident occurred at the final whistle when both coaches gathered around the match officials at the center of the pitch. Reports suggest Mourinho approached…
Edo – The Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has dismissed the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, challenging the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a unanimous decision delivered in Abuja, the three-member tribunal, led by Wilfred Kpochi, upheld Okpebholo’s victory in…
US – United States President Donald Trump has told members of his cabinet and other close associates that his billionaire ally Elon Musk will soon step back from his government role. It will be recalled that Trump has tasked the Tesla and SpaceX CEO with leading efforts to cut government funding and dismantle various US…
Rivers State – Detectives from the Octopus, C4i, Strike Force Unit of the Rivers State Police Command are investigating the General Overseer of a new-generation church in the Eagleland area of Diobu, Port Harcourt, over allegations of homosexuality. The pastor, popularly known as Elijah, got into trouble after videos of him engaging in homosexual acts…
Ghana – Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has announced plans to establish an investigative committee to examine the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju. The boxer collapsed in the third round of his bout against Ghanaian opponent Jon Mbanugu during Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing…
Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has dismissed Mele Kyari as the Group CEO of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and dissolved the entire board. In his place, Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari has been appointed as the new Group CEO, while Ahmadu Musa Kida will serve as the non-executive chairman. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga…
Ligue 1 – Nantes defender Nicolas Pallois has rated Moses Simon the club’s most important player. Simon has registered seven goals and eight assists for Antoine Kamboure’s men this season. Only three players, Rayan Cherki, and Dilane Bakwa (nine) have more assists than the Nigeria international this term. The 29-year-old has had a hand in…
Hajj 2025 – Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos has advised residents of the state intending to travel for the 2025 Hajj to ensure they are healthy before embarking on the pilgrimage. The governor also urged the residents to continue to give thanks to the Almighty for rebirth, growth and collective development due to the just-concluded…
Nigeria – Suspended Kogi Central senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of frustrating a suit she filed to stop her suspension. Natasha accused Akpabio of petitioning the National Judicial Council, NJC, and the Department of State Services, DSS, against Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Abuja Federal High Court. She claimed that Akpabio’s…
Nigeria – The leaders and people of the Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM) have urged President Bola Tinubu to contest the 2027 presidential election. They said his reelection would enable him to continue his reforms aimed at Nigeria’s economic recovery, stability, and growth. The President of HOSTCOM, Chief Benjamin Style Tamaranabi,…
Niger – As part of its annual events, Stanel World Suleja has identified with Muslim community in Suleja, Niger State with the distribution of over 10,000 loaves of bread to break Ramadan fast with at the weekend. The household brand in Nigeria States, Stanel World, is a subsidiary of Stanel Group of companies that has…
Nigeria – The Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC, has warned that promoters and operators of any Ponzi Scheme in the country risk a penalty of not less than N20 million or imprisonment to a term of 10 years or both, upon conviction as prescribed by the provisions of the newly signed Investments and Securities Act…
Nigeria – Suspended senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has alleged that the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio and former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, plotted to kill her. The embattled lawmaker made the allegations while addressing her supporters, who gave her a rousing welcome during her homecoming on Tuesday. She said although…
