The Federal Government has announced the approval of N1bn to be utilised as equity contribution in partnership with private developers to construct hostels in twelve selected tertiary institutions in the country made up of six universities, three polytechnics, and three colleges of education. Speaking at a workshop on ‘Emerging Areas of Students Needs in…
The Union for Professional Football Players (UNFP) has crowned Super Falcons’ Chiamaka Nnadozie as the best goalkeeper for the 2023/24 season in the French Division 1 Feminine League. Nnadozie scooped the prize at the UNFP Trophies gala in Paris, the French capital, on Monday night. The 23-year-old has been impressive throughout the campaign, helping…
A tripartite committee has been constituted by the federal government to review the visa approval process for foreign investors and tourists. Minister of information and national orientation, Mohammed Idris, said this was discussed at the just concluded Federal Executive Council meeting. Idris said President Bola Tinubu approved the setting up of the committee…
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The Edo State Government has taken custody of the 4-year-old girl who was allegedly sexualised for content creation by her father. The 28-year-old father had posted sensual pictures and videos of the minor on Instagram which sparked public reaction. Following calls for his arrest and prosecution, the Edo State Police Command, on Sunday, apprehended…
The outbreak of an unidentified disease in Zamfara State has now claimed 13 lives, with over 500 reported cases, primarily affecting children and women in several communities. This alarming situation continues to challenge local healthcare systems and raise concerns across neighbouring regions. A local health source confirmed on Sunday that, “In Tsibiri village of Maradun…
Former Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil has joined Arsenal fans around the world in urging their archrival Tottenham Hotspur to defeat Manchester City in Tuesday’s Premier League game. Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal are one point above City at the top of the table, but Pep Guardiola’s team could move two points ahead with a win at the…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has revealed that the state is heavily in debt and that his administration inherited a huge debt profile from the previous administration of Nyesom Wike. Governor Fubara stated this on Tuesday during the commissioning of the Aleto-Ogale-Ebubu-Eteo Road, (also known as Old Bori Road in Eleme Local Government Area of…
In a surprising turn of events, the Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, has withdrawn his support from a controversial wedding ceremony planned for 100 female orphans in his constituency. The girls are said to be orphaned IDPs in Niger State. The decision came after a legal challenge initiated by the…
House of Representatives member for Kaduna North, Bello El-Rufai has disclosed that the state governor, Uba Sani taught him politics. El-Rufai described Sani as his mentor because he made him contest for the House of Representatives seat. The lawmaker disclosed this during an interview hosted by Yaya Abba, titled, ‘With Shuraim.’ Bello said two of…
Sporting Lagos have regrouped for their remaining fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football League this season. The modest club embarked on a short holiday after the NPFL announced a short break to allow Rivers United complete their outstanding fixtures. Sporting Lagos had a light training session at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Monday to improve…
The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has formally reached out to the Inspector General of Police, IGP and filed a request for a legal order to prevent Speaker Abdulmalik Sarkindaji of the Niger State Assembly from overseeing the marriage of 100 orphaned girls. The speaker had revealed his intention to provide marriage support for…
The Court of Appeal sitting in Lagos has freed a man Idris Musa who was arrested in 2010 by the police over the murder of one Ali Kolo and abandoned in Kirikiri prisons for 14 years without trial. Musa who has since developed mental disorder according to his prison record was first arraigned by the…
A Nigerian man, Olubunmi Abodunde, who murdered his wife, Taiwo, with a skateboard and blamed his loss of control on medication has been jailed for life in the United Kingdom. Vanguard reported that Abodunde, 48, a resident of Exning Road, in Newmarket, Suffolk killed his wife on 28 November, 2023. He admitted to killing Taiwo,…
A Columbia student has ripped up her diploma during a graduation ceremony, in a pro-Palestinian protest. Tarsis Salome, a Columbia social work graduate, tore up her certificate while on stage, after weeks of protests at the university over investments linked to Israel. Other students zip-tied their hands and showed pro-Palestinian signs. This…
A 32-year-old Nigerian doctor, Uzochukwu Davis Igboanugo, has been killed by a drunk driver in the United States of America. Uzochukwu, the son of prominent Igbo businessman, Chief I.K.B. Igboanugo, the founder of I.K.B Industries Limited, was killed while driving home after work three weeks ago. The grieving father who confirmed the tragic incident in…
A militant group named “Ijaw Freedom Fighters” launched an attack on the Imariogha community near the Okomu Oil palm plantation on Sunday night, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The group demanded 25% of Okomu Oil shares, claiming that it was not interested in fighting security operatives but the palm oil firm. During…
Renowned crypto analyst and FX Pro trader, Alex Kuptsikevich, has warned that Bitcoin could witness a massive panic sell-off if it drops below the $60,000 level in the coming days. According to market sentiments, Crypto traders are targeting a break of above $65,000 before the market can be deemed bullish. According to CoinDesk, Bitcoin briefly…
The Department of Development Control, under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has issued a 24-hour demolition notice to the proprietors of 500 unauthorized markets and makeshift structures along the Karmo – Dei-Dei Road corridor in Abuja. Mr. Garba Jibril, Sector Monitor and Assistant Director in the department, who oversaw the operation in Abuja on…
The Federal Government may need to raise a supplementary budget to accommodate the proposed minimum wage increase for workers. This is because the negotiated amount may surpass the budgeted amount in the original 2024 budget. The International Monetary Fund gave this recommendation in its latest staff country report for Nigeria. “The authorities noted that a…
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has announced that it has successfully cleared the notorious decade-long gridlock on the Mile 2-TinCan-Apapa corridor, home to the TinCan and Apapa ports. The announcement was made through a post on the NPA’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday. According to the NPA, this success was made possible through…
Victor Boniface, the prolific Super Eagles striker, has earned a nomination for the esteemed ‘Bundesliga Rookie of the Season’ accolade, a recognition of his stellar performances for Bayer Leverkusen. The announcement was made via a post on the Bundesliga X platform (formerly Twitter), highlighting Boniface’s remarkable contributions on the field. Competing for the prestigious title…
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially unveiled the timetable for the 2024 Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE) designed for internal or school-based candidates, marking a crucial milestone for senior secondary school students nationwide. As per a recent communication on NECO’s official platform, @Neconigeria, the examinations are slated to kick off on Wednesday, June 19,…
President Bola Tinubu and his ministerial team will extend today’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting to finalize discussions on various outstanding issues. The indication of the continuation was provided by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during remarks made yesterday. Commencing its session at noon yesterday, the council was unable to complete…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is preparing to arraign Godwin Emefiele, the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, on Wednesday. Emefiele faces charges related to authorizing the printing of N684.5 million at the rate of N18.96 billion. Initially scheduled for April 30, 2024, the arraignment was rescheduled following consultations with the involved…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cisco International to enhance skills development and implement national training programs aimed at nurturing new talent while reskilling and upskilling existing professionals to meet future demands. Dr. Kashifu Abdullahi Inuwa, the Director General of NITDA, and Clayton Naidoo, Cisco’s…
Mrs. Uju Kennedy-Ohannaye, the Minister of Women Affairs, has intervened legally to halt the proposed marriage of 100 orphans in Niger State. The decision comes as a response to the plan put forth by the Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, to marry young girls, citing concerns over the increasing number…
The Adover Handball Premier League’s inaugural phase commenced on Monday with an array of captivating matchups scheduled for both the men’s and women’s categories. The competition, following last year’s format, unfolds in two phases and began at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin. Defending champions Niger United from Minna and FRSC…
Brymo, the controversial singer, Olawale Oloforo, shared the mysterious and traumatic story surrounding his birth. He revealed that his mother was raped as a teenager, which led to her menstruation ceasing. Despite not having her period for years, she was already pregnant when she met Brymo’s father. Brymo explained that his parents sought various solutions…
Phyna, the former Big Brother Naija reality star, has criticized Apostle Femi Lazarus, the Lead Pastor of the Sphere of Light Church, for his recent sermon in which he claimed that women who lack fatherly affection become “sexually loose. ” Phyna, who grew up without a father figure in her life, refuted the generalization made…
Melinda French Gates has indeed resigned from her position as co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, effective June 6, 2024. She expressed pride in the foundation’s work and confidence in its continued success under the leadership of CEO Mark Suzman and the board of trustees. As part of her divorce agreement with Bill…
