The EndBadGovernance protesters have commenced a one-milion-man protest in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Abuja. Newsmen reports that the protest against high cost of living which began on August 1 is expected to end today, August 10. The organizers had vowed to stage a one-milion-man protest in the 36 states and the nation’s capital to…
Mastering the appropriate usage of words in various contexts can be a significant challenge for individuals learning English as a second language. Given the widespread use of English for international communication, achieving proficiency in the language holds substantial personal and professional benefits, irrespective of one’s native language. However, the intricacies of English grammar often present…
Hannah Reuben will look to salvage Nigeria’s quest for a podium finish at 2024 Olympic Games when she takes to the mat in the women’s wrestling freestyle 76kg category on Saturday (today). Reuben will be up against Mongolia’s Davaanasan Enkh-Amar in the quarter-final. Nigeria’s hope of winning a medal in Paris 2024 rests on her…
At least three transfer deals will be wrapped up after the men’s football event ended at the 2024 Olympics. Spain defeated hosts France 5-3 in the final played on Friday, with Sergio Camello scoring two goals in extra time to seal victory. Attentions will now be turned to club football with the new season set…
The wife and two daughters of a Kogi-based journalist, Muhammed Bashir, were among 10 members of the same family kidnapped by gunmen in Kaduna State on Thursday. Bashir’s wife, alongside the two daughters, had arrived in Kaduna earlier in the day to spend the holiday with her family in a suburb Kaduna metropolis. The journalist…
Famous British singer, Adele has seemingly confirmed her engagement to her American boyfriend, Rich Paul. The ‘Hello’ hitmaker revealed that she’s getting married during a performance in Munich, Germany on August 9. She appeared to spot someone carrying a sign saying, “Will you marry me?” She read out the message, but replied: “I can’t marry…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC says it registered seven additional new cases of Lassa fever from Edo, Bauchi and Kogi States. The NCDC revealed this on its official website on Friday, adding that the seven cases were recorded between July 22 and July 28. Lassa fever is an acute viral hemorrhagic…
The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), today reiterated and reminded banks and other financial institutions to forward their customers account details to its Industry Customer Account Database (ICAD). NIBSS disclosed this in a statement titled: “CBN’s directive: Submission of Customer Account Details to ICAD”. According to NIBSS the reminder was based on the apex bank’s…
A non-political group, The Patriots, has canvassed for the promulgation of people-oriented constitution for the nation to move forward. The group, led by former Secretary-General of the The Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, presented this request to President Bola Tinubu during their meeting with him on Friday at the State House, Abuja. Addressing newsmen after the…
The BBC said Friday it had asked disgraced former presenter Huw Edwards to return his salary from the time he was arrested in November last year on charges of making indecent images of children. Edwards, one of the most recognisable faces on UK television, pleaded guilty last month to three charges and now faces a…
Organisers of the #EndBadGovernance in Nigeria have called for the immediate dismissal of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, over the killing of protesters during the nationwide protests. National spokesperson of the Youth Rights Campaign, and leader of #EndBadGovernance in Lagos, comrade Hassan Taiwo, made the call during a candlelight symposium held in honour…
The Management of Dangote Petroleum Refinery has insisted that it is not yet getting enough crude required for the effective optimization of its refinery from the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNP). The Refinery Management, in a release signed by, Group Chief, Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina revealed that, “we therefore still insist that…
Former Secretary General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, was a guest of President Bola Tinubu on Friday, where he and other leaders of thought went to sell the idea of a new Constitution for the country. The group under the auspices of The Patriot said a new Constitution has become imperative to address the…
Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC in Oyo State has arrested four suspected human traffickers and rescued nine persons used as prostitutes in the state. The command also said it had recovered smuggled 55 30-litre kegs of petrol around Gwagwasu Moore Road, Kishi in the northern part of the state. NSCDC Commandant in the…
The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has urged the Federal Government to hold accountable those responsible for authorising and executing the invasion of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) headquarters in Abuja. Mr Festus Osifo, TUC President described the invasion as a grave violation of fundamental rights, particularly the freedoms of speech and expression. He,…
American rapper Cardi B has disclosed that she almost had a miscarriage following a recent “freak accident.” The hip-hop star, who didn’t specify the nature of the accident, however, said it left her paralysed. “I had a f*cking freak accident. It doesn’t really happen often, but it became something that was so big to the…
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has pledged to inform the Federal Government about the severe damage caused by heavy flooding that has cut off a section of the Kano-Maiduguri expressway. It was gathered that a heavy downpour completely washed out a section of the Kano-Maiduguri expressway between Malori and Guskuri Villages in Katagum Local…
Pastor Jerry Eze has been named the wealthiest YouTube content creator in Nigeria, with earnings totaling N7 billion. The announcement was made by the data curation platform Playboard, which ranks YouTube channels on a global scale. Pastor Jerry Eze, the founder of Streams of Joy International, is known for his New Season Prophetic Prayers and…
The Golden Penny Soup Festival 2.0 took place at the Ibadan Recreation Club and attracted over 8,000 attendees on July 27th. Sponsored by Golden Penny Semovita – My Soup’s first choice, the event showcased Nigerian cuisine with various soup stalls offering popular dishes like Egusi, Banga, Ila Alasepo, and Efo Riro, all served with Semovita….
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has initiated the distribution of agricultural inputs and grants totaling over N4.6 billion to farmers, communities, and IT startups in the state as part of his food security, agro-industrialization, and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) development agenda. The distribution was launched at Okpara Square, Enugu, with the aim…
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has lifted the ban on Arik Air’s aircraft following the resolution of a dispute between the airline and Atlas Petroleum. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Mr. Michael Achimugu, announced the lifting of the ban, stating that the impasse had…
The commercial sex workers in Kano have appealed to organisers of the nationwide hunger protests to engage the Federal Government in dialogue. They told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday that the protests had ruin social-economic activities, leaving them without customers and struggling to survive. Monica James, who operates on France Road, said…
Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed the killing of one Habibu Aminu from Lere village in the Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area of the state by an operative of Operation Safe Heaven stationed in the area. This was disclosed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Wakil, in a press release issued on Wednesday….
A Mobil Oil Nigeria Plc filling station situated on Obafemi Awolowo Road in Ikeja, Lagos, has been engulfed in flames. The fire broke out at the station on Thursday morning. The fire consumed a gas tanker, along with several cars and buses present at the site. Some X users have taken to their platforms to…
Popular Nigerian Crossdresser called Abuja Area Mama, has been reportedly murdered by yet-to-be-identified persons in Abuja. It was gathered that the Crossdresser was attacked and murdered on Wednesday night, August 7, 2024. He was however, found dead by passersby wearing the same outfit he wore in a tik tok video he posted on Wednesday evening.
Nollywood veteran Francis Duru has sadly lost his 15-year-old son, Ifeanyi and has taken to social media to mourn him. The actor revealed the news of his son’s death via an Instagram post on August 8, 2024, by uploading a picture of Ifeanyi, who would have turned 16 in December. Ifeanyi, who turned 15 years…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, has arrested a suspect impersonating Nigerian Navy personnel and engaging in fraudulent activities in Anambra State. The suspect, Chukwugozirim Christian, a 39-year-old male from Nnobi in the Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, was apprehended at Kwata Junction in Awka on Tuesday, August…
The Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has further relaxed the curfew imposed on the Jos-Bukuru metropolis on Thursday. He also stated that residents are allowed to go about their lawful activities between 12 noon and 6 pm until further notice. DNI reported that the state government had imposed a 24-hour curfew on the areas mentioned…
Real Madrid on Wednesday reacted to the death of their former player, Eduardo ‘Chato’ González. The reigning UEFA Champions League holders expressed their condolences to González’s family over his death. In a statement via its website, the Los Blancos said it regrets the passing of González, who died at the age of 80. “Real Madrid…
Osun State Police Command has warned that it will not tolerate any attempt to jeopardise the peace and security of the state. Issuing the warning through a statement by the Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Umar Abba through the Command spokesperson, Yemisi Opalola on Wednesday, the police also warned that it will not fold its arms…
Team Nigeria’s female wrestling coach, Purity Akuh, has said that there is no cause for alarm regarding Team Nigeria’s medal prospects at the ongoing 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Two of the five Nigerian female wrestlers are already out of reckoning for a medal at the Games. But Akuh told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…
