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…
EPL – Manchester United star, Amad Diallo has made history following his hat-trick for the club in their Premier League 3-1 win against Southampton at Old Trafford on Thursday night. Man United’s official website confirmed that the Ivorian is the first African player to score a hat-trick for the club and the only Red…
ISRAEL, GAZA – The Israeli security cabinet finally on Friday voted to approve the hostage release-ceasefire deal with Hamas in Gaza. A statement by the prime minister’s office said the cabinet voted Friday afternoon with a recommendation that the government adopt it. The recommendation by the forum of top ministers was made after…
UK – Eddie Hearn revealed that two-time heavyweight star Anthony Joshua had remained silent after Tyson Fury’s retirement. On Monday, the ‘Gypsy King’ shocked the boxing world after announcing his retirement from the sport of boxing. It comes following his recent defeat to rival Oleksandr Usyk last month. “Hi everybody, I’m going to make…
Nigeria – Crazy things are happening in this age. It has been noticed how many Nigerians are displaying strange behaviours in public amidst desperate times. Watching people completely naked in public spaces is gradually becoming a norm and this is very disturbing. Some attribute such displays of madness to insanity, rituals and drugs….
UNITED STATES – TikTok late Friday warned that it will go dark in the United States on Sunday except President Joe Biden’s administration provides assurances to companies like Apple and Google that they will not face enforcement actions when a ban takes effect. This is coming hours after the US Supreme Court upheld a…
Nigeria _ The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) FCT Command has arrested 37 suspected illegal scavengers, following a recent ban on scavenging activities within the Federal Capital Territory According to FCT Commandant Dr. Olusola Odumosu, scavengers pose significant security risks, as some serve as informants for criminals, including armed robbers and kidnappers. The…
Ogun state, Nigeria – A mathematics teacher at Imagbon/Imaka Comprehensive High School, Ogun State, Mr. Kayode Adewale, has been named among the 50 finalists for the prestigious 2025 Global Teacher Prize. The announcement was made in a statement released on the Global Teacher Prize website on Wednesday. This global initiative, supported by UNESCO…
Nollywood actress and wife of legendary singer, Innocent Idibia, better known as 2Face, Annie Macaulay Idibia has taken to her social media page to celebrate her 13 years of marital bliss with her husband. Taking to her Instagram story on Saturday, Annie shared highlights from their “Detty December” together, expressing pride and joy in…
