The Governing Council of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) has appointed Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi as the institution’s 7th substantive Vice-Chancellor. The announcement was made during the 77th Extraordinary Council Meeting, chaired by Air Vice-Marshal Saddiq Ismaila Kaita (Rtd), on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Her appointment takes effect from January 1, 2025, for a non-renewable…
A South Korean court has issued an arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, officials confirmed on Tuesday. Yoon, who was suspended from office earlier this month, faces insurrection charges over his controversial attempt to impose martial law on December 3, plunging the nation into its worst political crisis in decades. Parliament impeached him…
Former England manager Gareth Southgate has been awarded a knighthood in the New Year Honours list, recognizing his outstanding contributions to English football. The 54-year-old stepped down from his managerial role in July after leading England to the final of Euro 2024, where they suffered a narrow defeat to Spain. This marked Southgate’s second consecutive…
Enyimba FC has confirmed the signing of former Super Eagles forward Brown Ideye, marking a strategic move to strengthen the team ahead of crucial fixtures. The announcement was made on Monday via the club’s official X (formerly Twitter) account. Ideye, 36, who last featured for Kuwaiti side Al Yarmouk in 2022, will don the number…
AC Milan has sacked head coach Paulo Fonseca just six months into his tenure, following a string of underwhelming performances that have left the club struggling in Serie A. The announcement came on Monday, a day after Milan’s 1-1 draw with AS Roma at the San Siro. Fonseca, 51, appeared to confirm his dismissal before…
Governments across all levels have been urged to include special provisions for reputable orphanages in their annual budgets to enhance their operations and welfare. Mrs. Funmi Falana (SAN), a women’s rights advocate and Director of Women Empowerment and Legal Aid (WELA), made this appeal during her annual Christmas celebration with the children of Erelu Angela…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna, according to Vice President Kashim Shettima. The Vice President disclosed this during a condolence visit to the Kukah family in Kamuru, Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following the death of Yohanna Sidi Kukah, the Agwom Akulu of Ikulu…
Manchester United have reportedly made an official offer to sign Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) left-back Nuno Mendes amid stalled contract negotiations. Talks between PSG and Mendes over a contract extension had been progressing for months and were close to an agreement. However, according to RMC Sport, discussions have broken down as Manchester United intensify their pursuit…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Disciplinary Board has penalized the Libyan Football Federation (LFF) for misconduct during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin, held in Benghazi on November 18, 2024. According to a statement published on CAF’s official website, the sanctions followed deliberations by the Disciplinary Board on various incidents…
Lebanon has reportedly expelled around 70 Syrian officers and soldiers, sending them back to Syria after they illegally entered the country through informal routes. This action comes in the wake of upheaval in Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime on December 8. Many senior Syrian officials and individuals associated with Assad’s ruling family…
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has clarified that its recent sanctions on five airlines were due to consumer protection violations, not safety concerns. Michael Achimugu, NCAA’s Director of Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, emphasized in a statement that the sanctions stemmed from issues such as delayed passenger refunds and flight disruptions, not technical or…
Iran has announced 2025 as a pivotal year for its nuclear agenda, targeting the United States and Israel, amid escalating tensions. Speaking in Beijing on Saturday, Iranian Foreign Affairs Minister Abbas Araqchi stated, “2025 will be an important year regarding Iran’s nuclear issue.” His remarks suggest Tehran may be preparing for potential reimplementation of the…
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the killing of Rev. Fr. Tobias Okonkwo, a Catholic priest in Anambra State, and called for decisive action to end the nation’s incessant killings. Rev. Fr. Okonkwo, manager of the College of Nursing Sciences at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Ihiala, was shot dead by…
The Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed profound grief over the death of Prince Abdulkadir Mahe, the chief of staff to Kwara State Governor and NGF Chairman, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq. In a statement issued by NGF Director-General, Dr. L.O.T. Shittu, Prince Mahe was praised as an outstanding public servant known for his unwavering commitment to good…
The Nigerian Naira is anticipated to depreciate to N1,804 per dollar fair value at the official market in 2025, as stated in a recent report by Afrinvest titled ‘Beyond The Rhetorics: Transforming Reforms to Tangibles’. The report attributes this projection to the potential challenges the Central Bank of Nigeria might face in meeting foreign exchange…
A passenger plane carrying 181 people crashed while landing at Muan International Airport in southwestern South Korea on Sunday, leaving over 100 feared dead. According to officials, the Jeju Air flight from Bangkok overshot the runway, struck a barrier, and erupted into flames. While most passengers are presumed dead, two survivors have been rescued, and…
President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for implementing the crude-for-naira swap deal, a policy that has positively impacted Nigeria’s economy by stabilizing the naira and reducing petroleum product prices. In line with this development, Dangote announced a price reduction for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from N970 to N899.50…
Enyimba FC, one of Nigeria’s most successful football clubs, has confirmed the departure of its Head Coach, Yemi Olarenwaju, following a challenging period of poor performances. The announcement, shared on the club’s social media platforms on Saturday, cited a disappointing streak of nine consecutive winless matches in the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) as the…
Olivia Hussey, celebrated for her portrayal of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has died at the age of 73. Her family announced her passing on Friday, describing her as a person whose warmth, wisdom, and kindness left an indelible mark on those who knew her. Hussey’s performance in the Oscar-winning…
In a tragic discovery, the lifeless body of a male individual was found under the Okefia Bridge in Osogbo, Osun State on Friday. Details surrounding the presence of the body at that location remain unclear, but eyewitnesses noted that the man was partially undressed. According to a trader named Chibuzor in the area, the body…
The office of the Inspector General of Police has issued a warning about the fraudulent exploitation of the Inspector General’s office by certain police personnel for the purpose of extorting the public. This concern was revealed through a press statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, based at the Force Headquarters…
A devastating attack occurred in Benue State, Nigeria, on Christmas Day, resulting in the loss of at least 11 lives. The attack took place in Nyiev-ya, Kwande Local Government Area, where unidentified gunmen invaded several communities, killing and burning houses . According to eyewitnesses, the attackers, described as terrorist herders, invaded Ubutu and GSS Anwase,…
A devastating lone accident involving a Toyota Hiace bus occurred at Saapade on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, resulting in the loss of two lives and injuring 15 others. According to Florence Okpe, spokesperson for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun, the accident happened on Thursday at 4:34 p.m. Okpe attributed the cause of the…
The Osun State High Court has dismissed widespread reports claiming it sentenced a young man, Olowookere Segun, to death for stealing a fowl. In a statement titled “Setting the Record Straight”, dated December 20 and signed by the Chief Registrar, Omisade F.I., the court described the claims as baseless and maliciously fabricated to tarnish the…
Sporting Lisbon has dismissed Joao Pereira, who took over from Ruben Amorim, after just eight games in charge. The club confirmed Pereira’s departure on Thursday via their X account, with a brief message thanking him for his efforts: “A Lion forever. Thank you, Joao Pereira.” Pereira, formerly in charge of Sporting Lisbon’s B team, was…
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville has suggested that Marcus Rashford may depart the club in January, following a recent absence from the matchday squad for the last three games. Neville drew comparisons to Jadon Sancho’s move to Chelsea, highlighting how some players who struggled at United found success elsewhere. He also mentioned Scott McTominay’s…
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has urged Mohamed Salah to extend his stay at the club as the Egyptian’s contract nears its expiration in June 2025. In an interview with the club’s website, Gakpo praised Salah’s exceptional contributions to the team, highlighting his goal-scoring prowess, assists, and ability to elevate the performance of his teammates. “It’s…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested the parish priest and officials of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Abuja following a tragic stampede during a charity event that left at least 10 people dead. The incident occurred on Saturday during a grocery distribution event organized by the church. Witnesses reported that a…
The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has described this year’s Christmas as bittersweet, marked by a mix of joy and sorrow following recent tragic stampedes at charity events in Abuja and Anambra State. In a statement commemorating the festive season, Archbishop Okoh expressed deep concern over the loss of…
Nigeria defender, Ola Aina, has been named in the Premier League Team of the Week after a standout performance in Nottingham Forest’s 2-0 victory over Brentford on Saturday. Aina, 27, scored the opening goal for Forest in the match, marking his second goal of the season. His impressive contribution helped secure the win for the…
A 27-year-old man, Taiwo Ajala, was reprimanded by a Grade A Customary Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Tuesday for urinating in a public space. Ajala was apprehended for urinating within the court premises and was punished by the court’s President, Mrs. S.M. Akintayo. She ordered him to kneel, face the wall, raise his hands,…
