Inter Milan fans have been banned by police from distributing tens of thousands of whistles with which they were planning a noisy return for hero turned ‘traitor’ Romelu Lukaku this weekend. Police have ordered that the Serie A leaders’ hardcore supporters not hand out the whistles for reasons of public safety, angering fans who were…
Kazakhstan said Saturday that 32 people died in a fire in yet another deadly accident at a mine owned by ArcelorMittal, with over a dozen still missing, in the Central Asian country’s worst disaster in years. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called the Luxembourg-listed steel and mining giant the “worst” company “in our history” while the firm…
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, on Friday congratulated President Bola Tinubu over his Supreme Court victory. Governor Eno noted that the victory has put an end to all the litigations against the President’s emergence at the February 25, 2023 elections. The Governor who sent his congratulations at a “Thank You Meeting” by Christian Leaders…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has called medical practitioners in Nigeria to provide prompt and compassionate treatment to all victims of gunshots and accidents, irrespective of the presence or absence of a police report. The IGP made the call in a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, PRO, Force Head…
Israel’s army relentlessly hammered Gaza on Saturday after fierce overnight bombardment that rescuers said destroyed hundreds of buildings three weeks into a war sparked by the deadliest attack in the country’s history. Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged Israel to halt the attacks, while the families of Israeli hostages held by Hamas said they had been…
By Damilola Adeleke Building an emergency fund is a cornerstone of financial resilience. An emergency fund serves as a financial safety net, providing you with a cushion to cover unexpected expenses or emergencies without resorting to high-interest loans or depleting your savings. To start building an emergency fund, set a specific savings goal. A common…
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has blamed cable vandals for the power outage in some parts of the Federal Capital Territory. AEDC disclosed this in a notice released on Friday. Garki areas were most affected by the outage, which lasted for more than 24 hours. Residents living around Niger Delta Power Holding Company office,…
The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal has fixed tomorrow, the 30th of October this year, to deliver judgment on the appeal filed by Comrade Daniel Onjeh, the APC 2023 Senatorial Candidate for Benue South, challenging the declaration of Sen. Abba Moro of the PDP as the winner of the last Senatorial Election held…
Rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Prof. (Chief) Mike Ozekhome, has said that The Delborough Lagos is not just a hotel but a place of therapy, given its world-class standard and services. The household name with a storied career in the Nigerian legal landscape was recently appointed as a Board Member of The…
Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH) is to take over the Muhammadu Buhari Mother and Child Hospital, Makurdi. BSUTH Chief Medical Director Dr Stephen Hwande made the announcement during an interactive session with journalists in Makurdi on Friday, where he noted that the objective was to make the hospital, which will commence services on November…
Nigeria has officially incorporated the human papillomavirus vaccine (HPV) into its routine immunization system, with the aim of reaching a record 7.7 million girls in a single round of vaccination, marking the largest endeavour of its kind in the African region. The Coordinating Minister of Health & Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, voiced his deep…
By Damilola Adeleke Debt management and reduction are pivotal steps towards achieving financial stability. Many individuals and families grapple with various forms of debt, from credit card balances to student loans and mortgages. It’s essential to develop a comprehensive strategy to tackle these financial obligations. Start by organizing your debts, categorizing them by interest rates,…
Police operatives in Rivers State have arrested a man identified as Collins for allegedly killing his girlfriend, Otuene Justina Nkang. Nkang, a 300-level Biochemistry student of the University of Port Harcourt (UniPort) who had earlier been reported missing, was found mutilated at the suspect’s residence situated on Road 15, NTA Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers State…
Governor Mohammed Bago has directed all Niger State residents to each plant a tree as a means of fostering a green economy in the state. Bago, who reeled out the first Executive Order on tree planting, said his administration is ready to create the necessary environment for businesses to thrive. The Governor gave the order…
President Bola Tinubu and his main contenders in the presidential elections – Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi – of the Peoples Democratic Party and the Labour Party were absent from the Supreme Court in Abuja. The court is billed to deliver judgement today on the Atiku and Obi’s appeals against the tribunal’s judgment affirming Tinubu’s…
From October 17 to 18, the third Belt and Road Forum (BRF) for International Cooperation was held in Beijing, China, featuring the theme“High-quality Belt and Road Cooperation: Together for Common Development and Prosperity”. Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the opening ceremony of the forum and delivered a keynote speech. President Xi noted that the Belt…
Super Eagles and Napoli forward Victor Osimhen hopes to win the prestigious Ballon d’Or award in his career. Osimhen is among the 30 players nominated for the 2023 Ballon d’Or. Mohamed Salah, Andre Onana and Yassine Bonou are the other Africans on the shortlist. Argentina captain, Lionel Messi and Manchester City forward, Erling Haaland are…
Former Tottenham Hotspur manager, Tim Sherwood has predicted Manchester City to beat Manchester United when both teams clash in a Premier League derby this weekend. Sherwood believes Man United have a zero chance against Pep Guardiola’s side. Man United will host their Premier League rivals Man City on Sunday at Old Trafford. Speaking on Sky…
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday approved the appointment of nine new Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for a term of five years each.Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity,Mr Ajuri Ngelale, who made this known in a statement, said the appointments were subject to the confirmation of…
Two separate bills demanding greater transparency in the operations of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, passed second reading in the Senate on Wednesday. The first bill titled: Central Bank of Nigeria (Establishment) (Amendment) Bill 2023” was sponsored by Senator Steve Karimi (APC – Kogi West), is seeking to prevent a person occupying the office…
Mr Ahmed Raji, SAN, has written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), demanding immediate withdrawal of the amended list of candidates released for the poll. Raji, who is counsel to Chief Timipre Sylva, the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s candidate in the Nov. 11 Bayelsa election, described the decision of the electoral umpire as prejudicial….
Minister of the FCT, Mr Nyesom Wike on Wednesday in Abuja advised the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Committee of FCT Imams Initiative (CFII) to be wary of ambitious politicians. Wike gave the advice when executive members of CAN, led by its National President, Most Rev. Daniel Okoh and those of CFII led…
The Nigeria Police Force has described the action of police officers who collect N100 from motorists in some parts of the country as embarrassing. The NPF spokesperson, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, lamented the actions of the officers when he was responding to a question from an X user on why some policemen extort road users. According…
By Damilola Adeleke Investing is a critical component of long-term financial security. While saving money is important, it’s equally essential to make your money work for you. Investing allows your wealth to grow over time, potentially outpacing inflation and providing a more comfortable financial future. One key principle in investing is diversification. By spreading your…
A popular Nollywood Actress, Tonto Dikeh has joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Dikeh was the Rivers State deputy governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), in the March, 2023 guber polls. The new entrant was unveiled at the APC National Secretariat, Abuja on Monday by the party’s national women leader, Dr Mary…
Nigeria has been admitted as a member of Global Privacy Assembly (GPA) . This is in recognition of its landmark achievements in the advancement of data privacy and protection. The Nigeria Data Protection Bill assented to by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was a major consideration in accrediting Nigeria as a member of the prestigious Assembly….
Founder of non-government organisation, Daurama Foundation, Bar. Samira Salisu Buhari, has been confered with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Leadership and Management by the American Management University, California, USA. She also received try of Excellence in Peace and Community Development at the 2023 Peace Achievers International Awards/Summit. Bar. Buhari was honoured alongside other eminent Nigerians…
The embattled Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has denied endorsing any planned protest against Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, from the state. Recall that youths in the state under the aegis of Ondo Youth and Masses Conscience, on Monday, raised alarm over plan by those loyal to the Deputy Governor, to protest against Governor…
Bilateral electricity purchase agreements are necessary in Nigeria to aid the direct sale of power from Generation Companies (GenCos) to Distribution Companies (DisCos). The implementation of these contracts between GenCos and DisCos is expected to address the non-buoyancy of DisCos and pose a serious challenge in the implementation of bilateral power contracts. The bilateral power…
The Ogun State Government has appealed to parents and guardians to save their daughters from cervical cancer by ensuring they receive the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. This is as the Ogun State Government commences the statewide HPV vaccination on Tuesday. Speaking with newsmen ahead of the HPV vaccination exercise, the Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi…
Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun has stated that around $10 billion of forex inflows is expected within weeks rather than months. Edun stated this during a panel session at the ongoing Nigeria Economic Summit, where he answered questions about stabilising the foreign exchange market and enshrining liquidity in the…
