Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Bashir Bayo Ojulari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, on his milestone 60th birthday anniversary on June 3. In a statement by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Monday night, the President joined family, friends and associates in celebrating an accomplished energy professional whose distinguished career has been…
Abuja, Nigeria — A tragic accident involving a Coca-Cola beverage truck has claimed the life of one individual and left two others hospitalized near the Nyanya Bridge in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), authorities have confirmed. The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD), in a statement released by its acting Director-General, Engr. Abdulrahman…
Ibadan, Nigeria — The Oyo State Government, through the State Water Corporation, has commenced the process of connecting potable water to the Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Ibadan. This was disclosed by the Executive Chairman of the Water Corporation, Mr. Elias Adeojo, during a meeting with the Managing Director of Cranebury Construction Company, Mr. Jonny…
Abuja, Nigeria — Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South and former Senate Leader, has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for recent appointments that reflect inclusivity and regional balance in federal governance. The commendation was issued in a statement personally signed by Senator Ndume and released to the press on Saturday. According to the…
Benue, Nigeria — The Benue government has announced the death of former military governor of Katsina State, Rtd Col. Joseph Akaagerger. This is contained in a press statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Benue Governor, Mr Tersoo Kula and made available to newsmen in Makurdi on Tuesday. Kula stated that the former…
Ilorin, Nigeria — The Kwara State Government has unveiled a monumental 70-metre flagpole, the tallest in West Africa, as a bold expression of cultural pride and economic ambition. This development was announced by the Kwara State Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdulquawiy Olododo, in a statement highlighting the flagpole as more than a symbolic gesture—it…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — A prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has raised serious concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s recent appointments into the Presidential Census Committee, describing them as unbalanced and detrimental to Nigeria’s unity. In a statement issued on Thursday in Port Harcourt, Eze expressed deep disappointment…
Benin City, Nigeria— The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, on Tuesday led a mass defection of 17 local government chairmen and several influential members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Agbebaku described the move as a deliberate effort to align with…
Pope – The following are some of the major events of the life and ministry of Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88. 1936 December 17 – Jorge Mario Bergoglio is born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the son of Italian immigrants. 1969 December 13 – Ordained a priest. 1973 July 31 – Becomes…
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…
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….
Nigeria – The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has weighed in on the sexual harassment allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, assuring that the Senate is taking appropriate measures to address the matter. The controversy began on February 20 during a heated debate over seating arrangements in the Senate…
Ilorin – A student of Adewole Senior Secondary School in Ilorin, Kwara State, has been apprehended with an axe, cutlass, and other dangerous weapons hidden inside his school bag. The incident reportedly unfolded when the school’s vice principal caught a student committing an offense. As the student was being taken to the office, a group…
Nigeria: Nigeria has been selected to host the 2026 World Public Relations Forum (WPRF), a prestigious global gathering of public relations and strategic communication thought leaders This milestone achievement was announced during a courtesy visit by the President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Dr. Ike Neliaku, to the Minister of Information and…
Nigeria – The Nigerian Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months following a dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The suspension, announced on Thursday, stems from allegations of violating the Senate Standing Rules by bringing the legislative body into disrepute. The decision followed an investigation by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and…
Kaduna – A Federal High Court in Kaduna has issued an interim forfeiture order on N1.37 billion, which was allegedly misappropriated from the Kaduna State Government and funneled into a private account. The funds were initially allocated for the now-abandoned Kaduna light rail project but were reportedly diverted during the tenure of former Governor Nasir…
Football – Former Manchester United attacker, Andy Cole has revealed the ‘worst player’ in the Red Devils training. Cole spent six years at Man United, scoring over 100 goals for the Premier League club. He helped United win five Premier League titles, two FA Cups and the Champions League. However, Cole revealed that the ‘worst…
Nigeria _ Nigerian comedian and skit maker, Isaac Aloma, popularly known as Zicsaloma, has sparked mixed reactions on social media after sharing his new look following a rhinoplasty surgery in Turkey. The comedian posted a video documenting his recovery process, urging critics to reserve judgment until the final result is visible. Zicsaloma expressed satisfaction with…
NIGERIA – For the first time, a Nigerian artist has won the Grammy for Best African Music Performance. Tems clinched the award in a category dominated by Nigerian artists, including Burna Boy and Asake. Her song ‘Love Me Jeje’ from her debut album ‘Born in the Wild’ stood out, making her the second-ever winner of…
Nigeria — The federal government has expressed commitment to intensify domestic resource mobilisation strategies towards ownership and sustainability of the HIV response in the country with a view to reducing the risks of donor aid policy shifts. The Director General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS, NACA, assured that efforts are in…
NORTH, NIGERIA – Former Chief of Staff to the late Head of State, Sani Abacha, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, has said that efforts to bring the North back on the path of progress “would hurt people.” This was as he disclosed that efforts are ongoing to unite and get the North back on track. …
LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA – Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources has disciplined some individuals for defecating on the Ile Epo Pedestrian Bridge in the Abule Egba area of the state. Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a post on X.com on Saturday. Wahab stated, “The Ministry…
Nigeria _ Nigeria has generated approximately N4 trillion from raw materials, marking a significant milestone in the country’s economic recovery efforts The Raw Materials and Research Development Council (RMRDC) has launched its inaugural quarterly statistical bulletin, providing valuable insights into Nigeria’s industrial development. The publication offers comprehensive data on critical economic indicators, including foreign trade,…
Nasarawa – The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) on Friday sealed Cyvillian Garden, a well-known relaxation hub located on Abacha Road, Mararaba, Nasarawa State, over excessive noise pollution. The agency said the decision followed numerous complaints from residents about the facility’s noise levels, which they described as intolerable. NESREA further…
United Nations – The United Nations, UN, High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has said that the conflict in Sudan is taking an more dangerous turn for civilians. Türk stated this in a statement on Friday. This is coming in the wake of reports that dozens were brutally killed in ethnically targeted attacks…
USA – It was the summer of 1980. The Olympics were about to take place in Moscow. The world was in crisis. The Games were threatened. The USA reacted, imposing sanctions on the USSR and boycotting the Games! It was a model established during the previous Games in 1976 by African countries that…
NIGERIA – Earlier this week, popular Nigerian Afrobeats singer Asake’s (nee Ahmed Ololade) bold, new look had half of netizens in a tizzy. The singer had swapped his short dreadlocks, beard and silver teeth, for a clean-shaved look, short natural afro and a tattooed face. The new look shaved years off the singer, making…
