Former Brazilian football star Dani Alves, who previously played for Barcelona, has been handed a four-and-a-half-year prison sentence following a conviction for sexual assault. Catalonia’s highest court ruled that Alves assaulted a woman at a nightclub in Barcelona in 2022. Additionally, he has been instructed to compensate the victim with a sum of 150,000 euros.
The Nigerian government has reiterated its commitment to fulfilling the agreements made with organized labor concerning the overall welfare of workers and related issues. This affirmation was made in a statement by Segun Imohiosen, the Director of Information in the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Abuja. Imohiosen disclosed that the…
The Coalition of June 12 Activists, representing various pro-democracy groups advocating for a better Nigeria, has advised Nigerians to refrain from protesting against the country’s economic challenges. This statement comes in response to calls from certain groups, both domestically and internationally, urging Nigerians to protest against the prevailing hardships. Awa Bamiji, the National Coordinator of…
The organised labour in Niger State has announced an indefinite industrial action, scheduled to begin today, Wednesday. In a letter addressed to the Niger State government through the office of the Secretary to State Government and jointly signed by the state chairman of the NLC, Idris A. Lafene, and the state chairman of the TUC,…
Nigeria Nigeria Customs Service says it is determined to intensify efforts to curtail the menace of illegal exportation of Nigeria’s grains to other African countries to ensure adequate food security for citizens. Zonal Coordinator Zone B of the service, Ify Ogbudu, disclosed this when she paid a courtesy call to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji…
Amid escalating food prices in Nigeria, Dr. Emmanuel Chuks, the Founder and President of the Global Youth Skills Acquisition and Poverty Eradication Organization (GYSAPEO), has called for the Federal Government to significantly enhance its investment in agriculture. Chuks emphasized the urgency of this action during a visit from Apostle Emmanuel Iren, the Senior Pastor of…
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Michael Aondoakaa said Nigerians would be able to feed themselves once the issue of insecurity is fixed. Aondoakaa said this in an interview with Arise Television on Tuesday. He said, “The main issue now is that of security. Nigerians have the capacity to feed themselves. They…
By Odey Emmanuel O. H22/mac/0019 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In the aftermath of the victory, echoes of joy reverberated across the nation. The unity fostered by the Super Eagles’ triumph extended beyond the football field, sparking a renewed sense of national pride. As the streets echoed with celebratory chants, the…
Nigeria’s stalwart, William Troost-Ekong, expresses collective desire among teammates for the retention of Jose Peseiro as the helm of the Super Eagles. Uncertainty shrouds Peseiro’s future post the culmination of his contractual association with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), with the Algerian Football Federation expressing interest in his services. Having steered the national team to…
The Adamawa State Government is to continue the payment of N10,000 monthly allowance to every member of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, serving in the state. The government said this is to cushion the current biting effects of inflation in the country. The state Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta made the pledge on Tuesday…
Veteran singer, Eedris Abdulkareem has said 21 years after he released his controversial song, ‘Jaga Jaga’ which satirised the poor living condition in Nigeria, the country is still in ruins. He lamented that things are getting worse, stressing that the exchange rate of the Dollar is going to N2,000. He bemoaned the hardship in the…
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association, NECA, has called on the Federal Government to take actions to improve the operating environment for businesses in the country. It wants such action to enable businesses to return to an improved level of stability that would support decent employment. This is contained in a statement Tuesday by NECA’s Director-General,…
No fewer than 1,401 members of the National Youth Service Corps have commenced their compulsory three-week orientation course at their permanent camp in Obubra LGA, on Tuesday 20 February 2024. This followed the administration of Oath of Allegiance by the Chief Judge of Cross River State, Justice Akon lkpeme, who was represented by the Judge…
A Consultant Paediatrician, Dr Amala Okore, has warned mothers against substituting infant formula with adult milk, saying it can lead to malnutrition or other health complications. Okore gave the warning in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos. According to her, a worrisome trend of parents switching from infant…
In an exclusive interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief program, renowned Nigerian content creator Bayegun Oluwatoyin, professionally known as Woli Arole, sheds light on the ongoing trend of churches consistently inviting him to perform, despite his primary role as a comedian. Discussing his thriving career, Woli Arole attributes the frequent church invitations to his…
The Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) has increased the deployment of officers to both land and sea borders in order to deter hoarders and smugglers of food items and other agricultural produce. This decision, announced by the agency in a statement on Monday, aims to complement the Federal Government’s initiatives to stabilize food prices across…
The planned international friendly match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Albiceleste of Argentina has been relocated to the United States of America. Originally set to take place in China, the game was canceled due to a disagreement between Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi and Chinese soccer authorities. The new date for the…
In Ogun State, a 23-year-old man named Azeez Akinpelu has been sentenced to death by hanging by the High Court. He was found guilty of multiple charges including conspiracy, possession of firearms, manslaughter, attempted murder, and murder. The prosecution presented evidence that Akinpelu, residing in Owode, conspired with friends to fatally shoot Rokibat Odeyale on…
In a shocking turn of events, a 9-year-old male lion at the Zoological Garden of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has fatally attacked Mr. Olabode Olawuyi, a seasoned Veterinary Technologist and caretaker of the lions for over a decade. The unfortunate incident occurred on Monday during the routine feeding of the wild cats in their den….
By Onwuezobe Victoria C Hnd/22/Mac/0176 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In the intricate fabric of Nigeria’s diverse society, the threads of political instability are tightly woven. As the most populous nation in Africa, Nigeria grapples with the complexities of its cultural diversity, which, unfortunately, have become both a source of strength…
“In the latest report by the National Bureau of Statistics, it’s revealed that in the fourth quarter of 2023, the total capital imported into the country surged to US$1,088.48 million. This marks a significant increase of 66.27% from the third quarter of 2023, hitting US$654.65 million. Additionally, compared to the same period in the previous…
In a landmark ruling, the Federal High Court, Abuja, has delivered a decisive verdict restraining key government officials and entities from encroaching on the Centenary Economic City Free Zone along Airport Road, Abuja. Judge Inyang Ekwo, in a historic judgement, has issued a sweeping injunction preventing Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike,…
South Africa’s energy landscape has been marred by instability and chaos, with Eskom, the state-owned power utility, at the epicentre of a crisis that has seen rolling blackouts and power outages disrupt the lives of millions. The frequency and severity of these interruptions escalated dramatically in 2023, painting a grim picture of a nation grappling…
The Cement Producers’ Association of Nigeria, CEPAN, has expressed readiness to support the President Bola Tinubu administration in reducing the price of cement in 30 days. The Chairman of CEPAN, Prince David Iweta, said on Monday that the current hike in price of the product is due to production being overwhelmed by demand. He said…
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, increased the Customs duties exchange rate for the third time in 2024. Import duties have been reviewed upward to N1,417.63 per US dollar from N1,413.62. With the upward review, Nigerians will pay more to clear their goods at the port because import duties are…
Two leading agro-processing firms in Nigeria, Olam Agri and Premier Feed Mills, PFM, have temporarily suspended the offtake of Maize and Sorghum amid economic hardship and the food crisis in the country. In separate statements dated February 16, 2024, the firms said the move was part of efforts to manage the ongoing food insecurity and…
The Confederation of African Football, CAF has announced a date for the preliminary round draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The draw, according to CAF, will hold at its headquarters in Cairo, Egypt on Tuesday, February 20. The event will start at 2pm local time. The eight lowest-ranked teams in the last FIFA…
In a swift response on Sunday, the Presidency refuted former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar’s attempt to discredit the government’s foreign exchange policy, asserting that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is actively implementing measures to stabilize the Naira. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, rebuffed Atiku’s claims, highlighting factual inaccuracies and…
By Solomon rotimi D/22/mac/0006 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The portrayal of women in Nigerian media transcends mere depiction, extending into how they are characterized and evaluated across various platforms. This influence on self-perception and societal recognition hinges on factors like media ownership, production, content, consumption, and regulation. Diverse media forms,…
In a recent diplomatic rendezvous, President Bola Tinubu convened with the esteemed Brazilian leader, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, to deliberate on strategies aimed at fortifying trade, commercial, and cultural connections between their respective nations. The high-profile encounter was shared with the public through Tinubu’s official Twitter account, @officialABAT, where he conveyed, “During my meeting…
In a press release, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, extends hearty congratulations to Mr. Dennis Idahosa, the triumphant candidate in the Edo State governorship primary election. Dr. Ganduje, through his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, emphasizes the need for unity among all aspirants, highlighting its crucial role…
