Paris, France — Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over AS Monaco in the French Super Cup on Sunday, thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Ousmane Dembélé. The match, held at a packed stadium, saw the Ligue 1 champions dominate possession and create numerous opportunities. PSG registered 27 attempts on goal, with nine…
San Francisco, USA — United Airlines has banned a business class passenger from all future flights after he allegedly urinated on another traveler during a long-haul flight from San Francisco to Manila. Jerome Gutierrez, the victim of the incident, recounted that he was asleep four hours into the 15-hour flight when he woke up soaked…
Redmond, USA — Microsoft has unveiled plans to invest approximately $80 billion in AI-enabled data centers worldwide, with a significant portion of the funding dedicated to bolstering Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation in the United States. The announcement was made by Microsoft’s vice chairman and president, Brad Smith, in a blog post outlining the company’s strategic…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has officially delisted the entire issued share capital of Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc from its Daily Official List, effective December 30, 2024. This was confirmed in the NGX weekly market report, which explained that the delisting followed the approval of an application by Flour Mills for the…
Lagos, Nigeria — The number of Point of Sale (PoS) terminals deployed across Nigeria has surged to 3.04 million, marking significant growth in the country’s electronic payment system. This data was disclosed by the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) in its latest report on electronic payment trends. According to the report, the deployment of PoS…
Kaduna, Nigeria — Hon. Rachael Averik, Special Assistant on Political Affairs to the Governor of Kaduna State, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Southern Kaduna on January 2, 2025. Rachael emerged unharmed from the attack, though her driver and police escort sustained gunshot injuries during the incident. Attack Details The attack occurred between Tsauni Majidadi…
Imo, Nigeria — Operatives from the Imo State Police Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit have successfully neutralized two kidnapping suspects and rescued four victims in a raid against a notorious criminal syndicate operating in the state. The operation took place on January 4, 2025, following a distress call received around noon reporting the abduction of three women…
Bauchi, Nigeria — Former Kano State Governor and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has advised President Bola Tinubu to reconsider his stance on the proposed tax reform bills, urging him to listen to public concerns. In an interview with the BBC Hausa Service monitored in Bauchi, Kwankwaso described the tax bills as…
Ibadan, Nigeria — Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasized the importance of humility and foresight in leadership, noting that true leaders achieve lasting success through these qualities rather than an unquenchable thirst for power. The Vice President shared these insights while lauding the leadership style of Ekiti State Governor, Abiodun Oyebanji, during the traditional wedding…
Bauchi, Nigeria — The Bauchi State Government has formally inaugurated 500 cadets and marshals of the Bauchi State Road Traffic Agency (BAROTA) as part of efforts to curb traffic violations and enhance road safety across the state. The initiative, unveiled during a passing-out parade at the Rilwanu Sulaimanu Adamu Square, Government House Bauchi, aligns with…
Abuja, Nigeria — The naira recorded its second consecutive marginal gain against the dollar on Friday, reflecting easing pressure in Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) market. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the dollar traded at N1,537 in the official FX market, slightly lower than N1,538 recorded on Thursday, the first trading…
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old suspected burglar, David Adediji, for breaking into a home in Okorowepo, Idiroko area of the state. Adediji allegedly entered the home through a window, damaging the iron security bars, and struck the female resident on the head with an iron rod. The suspect made away with…
A fire incident occurred in the early hours of Friday at the Tollgate area along the Lagos/Ibadan expressway in Ibadan, Oyo State. The inferno ravaged four shops, destroying properties worth millions of naira. According to sources, the incident occurred around 5:50 a.m. and was reported to the Oyo State Fire Service. The General Manager of…
A recent episode of the Ghanaian TV show, Showbiz 360, featured Ghanaian-Nigerian actress Yvonne Okoro, who made a surprising revelation about her preference for men. Okoro stated that she favors Nigerian men to their Ghanaian counterparts. The actress explained that her preference is not solely based on generosity, but also on romantic nature. “Nigerian men…
A 37-year-old inmate has taken five staff members hostage at Arles prison in southern France. The incident occurred on Friday at around 11:15 a.m. local time. The prisoner, serving a sentence for armed rape, held four nurses and one prison guard captive in the infirmary. Authorities report that the hostage-taker suffers from significant psychiatric disturbances…
Ademola Lookman has been honored with a spot in the Serie A Team of the Year, recognizing his stellar performances in 2024. Compiled by football analytics platform WhoScored.com, the lineup includes Lookman as the sole representative from Atalanta. Other notable names in the team are Inter Milan’s Federico Dimarco, Marcus Thuram, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, and AC…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has decried the deteriorating welfare conditions for public university lecturers, warning that it is discouraging qualified individuals from pursuing careers in the university system. In a New Year message, Professor Ayo Akinwole, Chairman of ASUU’s University of Ibadan chapter, highlighted the broader impact of inadequate teacher remuneration across…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed condolences to Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali following the passing of his mother. Nwabali shared the heartbreaking news on social media platform X on January 1, describing it as a devastating start to the year. “A very very crazy world indeed,” he wrote, before adding, “Rip mom, worst…
Two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has revealed plans to reclaim his title and challenge Tyson Fury in 2025. During a visit to President Bola Tinubu at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos, Joshua outlined his ambitions, saying, “My goal is to become a three-time world champion and fight Tyson Fury in 2025.” Acknowledging previous setbacks,…
Governor Ademola Adeleke has announced plans to prioritize soft infrastructure in 2025, following two years of significant state upgrades. In his New Year address, Governor Adeleke reflected on his administration’s achievements, including improvements in roads, education, healthcare, and local infrastructure. He assured Osun residents of continued progress through ongoing and new social programs designed to…
President Bola Tinubu has stressed the essential role of state governors in driving Nigeria’s development and economic prosperity. During a New Year visit from Vice President Kashim Shettima and members of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) at his Ikoyi residence, Tinubu highlighted the need for federal-state collaboration to address pressing national issues. Tinubu called for…
A devastating incident occurred in New Orleans’ French Quarter on Wednesday afternoon when a vehicle rammed into a crowd on Bourbon Street, leaving 10 people dead and 30 injured. The tragedy unfolded around 3:15 p.m. local time when the driver sped into a densely packed area. Witnesses reported that the individual exited the vehicle and…
Manchester City midfielder Rodri, currently sidelined with an ACL injury, has expressed optimism about making a comeback before the end of the season. Speaking to AS, the Ballon d’Or winner shared his determination and confidence in modern medical advancements. “I’m not afraid,” Rodri stated. “These injuries aren’t what they were 30 years ago. The medical…
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has dismissed recent reports suggesting he is seeking new representation to engineer a transfer away from Old Trafford. Rashford described the claims as “ridiculous” in a statement on social media. The speculation arose after reports alleged that the 26-year-old had met with a major sports agency to explore transfer options….
Former President Arnold Rüütel of Estonia, a pivotal figure in the nation’s path to independence, has died at 96, the presidency announced on Tuesday. Rüütel, remembered as one of the architects of Estonia’s return to sovereignty in 1991, served as a communist official during the Soviet era before becoming a key figure in the Baltic…
The Kano State Government has firmly opposed the tax reform bills proposed by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, labeling them “ill-timed and detrimental.” Deputy Governor Abdussalam Gwarzo, speaking on behalf of Governor Abba Yusuf during the New Year celebration at the Mahaha Open Theatre, criticized the proposed laws. He highlighted the economic and security challenges facing…
The January transfer window for the English Premier League opened on Wednesday, providing clubs with an opportunity to strengthen their squads for the remainder of the 2024-25 season and beyond. The window will remain open until February 3, 2025, closing at 11 p.m. GMT (6 p.m. ET). This timeline also applies to other divisions in…
Former Osun State Governor, Chief Adebisi Akande, has called on Nigerian universities to prioritize skills acquisition in their curricula to produce graduates capable of driving economic growth. During a visit by Ekiti State University (EKSU) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatola Ayodele, and other principal officers to his Ila-Orangun residence, Akande emphasized the urgent need for a shift…
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has signed the Nasarawa State Electricity Law 2024, enabling the state to generate and distribute electricity independently. The signing ceremony took place at the Government House in Lafia, marking a milestone in Nasarawa’s pursuit of sustainable energy solutions. The law aligns with a constitutional amendment signed by former President Muhammadu…
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…
