Edited By Margret Oshinowo A female student of 400 level in the University of Abuja, Murjanatu Zubairu, who was declared missing has died in a car accident along Lugbe, Airport Road , Abuja. Murjanatu, a student of Art Education in the University’s Faculty of Education left her home to school on Friday but her whereabouts…
Edited By Margret Oshinowo In response to the violent attack on the Labour Party candidate,Barrister Olumide Akpata for the September 21, 2024, governorship election in Edo State, the management of University of Benin, UNIBEN, has suspended the students’ union government of the institution indefinitely. It was reported that Akpata got attacked by suspected political thugs…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT) in Abuja has issued a temporary restraining order on MultiChoice Nigeria Limited, preventing the company from raising its tariffs and the costs of its products and services that were set to take effect on May 1st. The three-member tribunal, headed by Saratu Shafii, granted…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has made a significant announcement by increasing the minimum wage for civil servants to N70,000. This decision was disclosed by the governor during the inauguration of the Labour House in the state. Governor Obaseki also declared that the Labour House will be named after Adams…
By Margret Oshinowo. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board have announced the release of the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination on Monday. The Registrar of the Board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed this during an ongoing press briefing in Bwari, Abuja. Oloyede also noted that the results of 64,624 out of the 1,904,189 who sat the…
Edited By Margret Oshinowo The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, in conjunction with operatives of the Department of State Security, have arrested and detained a 35-year-old lady, Chidinma Chinenye-Agbazue, after being caught attempting to export 20 parcels of cannabis sativa weighing 10.70 kilogrammes hidden in African salad, popularly called Abacha, and dried vegetables, to Doha,…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah The recent attack on Nimbo community in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State was reportedly carried out by suspected Fulani herdsmen. The incident, which took place late Sunday evening, resulted in fatalities and multiple severe injuries. Sources indicated that the herdsmen targeted mourners at Ugwuijoro Nimbo community, leaving behind a…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the families affected by the recent fire incident caused by a petroleum-filled articulated vehicle in Eleme, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu sympathized with the government and people of Rivers State, offering prayers for…
Gabriel Suswam, former Governor of Benue State, expressed skepticism about the ability of the government led by President Bola Tinubu to address Nigeria’s economic challenges. In an interview on Channels Television, Suswam argued that the Tinubu administration lacks the capability to improve the country’s economic situation, which he believes was worsened by the policies of…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah The Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), a faith-based civil society organization dedicated to monitoring and reporting on Hajj activities, has urged the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to promptly announce the inaugural flight date for Nigerian pilgrims traveling to Saudi Arabia in 2024. In a statement issued on Sunday by its…
President Bola Tinubu has underscored the pivotal role of technology in combatting corruption and enhancing transparency in public service delivery. Speaking during a meeting with Microsoft Founder, Mr. Bill Gates, on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Special Meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, President Tinubu reiterated his administration’s commitment to leveraging technology to bolster…
In a gesture of international camaraderie, Atlanta, the capital of Georgia in the United States, has bestowed an honor upon Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling commercial hub. This accolade marks a significant milestone in the longstanding Sister Cities initiative, which was established fifty years ago by Atlanta to foster robust cultural and economic bonds with select cities…
Edited By Margret Oshinowo. A female student of the University of Abuja, Murjanatu Zubairu, has been declared missing on her way to school. An uncle of the student, Alhaji Zubairu Jibrin Yewuti, who is also a former vice chairman of Kwali Area Council of the FCT, reported the missing student through a phone call on…
Edited By Margret Oshinowo The All Progressives Congress will present the winner of the Ondo governorship primary election, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, with his certificate of return on Monday. This was revealed by the party’s Deputy National Organising Secretary, Nze Duru on Sunday. “Yes, the presentation of the certificate to Governor Aiyedatiwa will take place tomorrow…
Edited By Margret Oshinowo One of the campaign coordinators of incumbent Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state,Alaba Excel Abbey has been assassinated. Abbey, who served as a ward coordinator for the Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organization Foot-Soldiers (LACO-SF), was murdered in his home in Supare Akoko, Akoko South West Local Government Area. It was said that…
Edited By Margret Oshinowo The Tinubu Media Support Group, TMSG, has urged the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, to heed the advice of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, and submit himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the court of law. The…
Akani Simbine showcased an impressive late surge to clinch victory in the 100 meters with a time of 10.01 seconds at the Diamond League meet in China on Saturday, outshining American former world champions Christian Coleman and Fred Kerley. While Coleman exhibited blazing speed off the blocks, having held the world record in the 60…
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has alluded to tensions with manager Jurgen Klopp, hinting that discussing the matter further would only exacerbate controversy. The incident unfolded during Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against West Ham, where Salah and Klopp appeared to clash on the touchline as Salah prepared to enter the pitch as a substitute in the 79th…
Pedro Rocha has been officially appointed as the new president of the Spanish Football Federation, succeeding former chief Luis Rubiales, who resigned last September. Rocha, who has been serving as interim president amidst an ongoing investigation into corruption allegations involving the federation, emerged as the sole candidate for the upcoming election slated for May. The…
A grave accident occurred in Jos as an employee of the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC) was tragically electrocuted while conducting repairs in the Abbatoir area of Jos South local government council. The deceased, identified as Friday, met his untimely demise while endeavoring to rectify a fault, according to reports gathered by newsmen. Sources within…
Tragedy struck in Abeokuta as a gas tanker explosion rattled Ita-Oshin along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, resulting in one fatality and leaving two others injured. Mrs. Florence Okpe, spokesperson for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun Sector Command, confirmed the incident to reporters in Abeokuta on Saturday, disclosing that the explosion occurred at 4:10 pm….
The All Progressives Congress (APC) clinched triumph in all Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Gombe State during the recently concluded council elections. The chairman of the Gombe State Independent Electoral Commission (GOSIEC), Malam Saidu Awak, disclosed the results in Gombe, revealing that out of the 19 registered political parties, only five fielded candidates for the…
Ahead of the November 16 gubernatorial election in Ondo State, the Young Progressives Party (YPP) has elected John Akinmurele as its candidate. The selection process, held in Akure, the state capital, on Saturday, April 27, 2024, saw participation from delegates representing all 18 local government areas. Dotun Ojon, the YPP Chairman in Ondo State, lauded…
Prime Minister Hun Manet has confirmed a devastating loss of twenty soldiers in an ammunition explosion at a base located in the western region of Cambodia. The blast, which occurred on Saturday afternoon at an army base situated in Kampong Speu province, also resulted in injuries to several soldiers, as stated in a Facebook announcement…
Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has pledged unwavering commitment to transforming Nigeria into the world’s premier destination for solid minerals, urging heightened dedication from all stakeholders, particularly ministry staff. During the 2024 Ministerial Step-down Retreat convened in Abuja, Dr. Alake stressed the imperative of diligence among ministry personnel to propel the…
The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) has initiated the process of counting votes and announcing election outcomes across various regions of the state. According to reports, the commission conducted local government elections across all 33 local government areas of the state on Saturday. Journalists on the ground witnessed the tallying and declaration of results…
Liverpool’s dreams of clinching the Premier League title took a severe blow following a 2-2 draw against West Ham United at the London Stadium on Saturday. Michail Antonio’s crucial equalizer for West Ham has dealt a significant blow to Liverpool’s hopes of securing a second Premier League title under Klopp’s management. The opening goal came…
Manchester United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, has conceded that the team is likely to compete in the Europa League next season. During an interview with BBC Match of the Day following their 1-1 draw with Burnley on Saturday, Ten Hag addressed the team’s prospects for European football next season. Antony provided United with the lead…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has acknowledged the reimbursement of $760,910 by the American International School, Abuja. This payment, originally made as an advanced school fee by former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello for his children, was confirmed by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale during a national television broadcast on Saturday. The reimbursement initiative…
In a harrowing ordeal, a pregnant woman en route to the hospital for delivery was reportedly abducted and subsequently gave birth at the kidnappers’ hideout in Egede, Udi local government area of Enugu State. The distressing incident, said to have occurred last Monday, unfolded as the woman, identified as Chinwendu Igwe, was accompanied by her…
In a commanding display, Rafael Nadal secures a spot in the third round of the Madrid Open, overcoming Australian competitor Alex de Minaur in straight sets. The 37-year-old tennis veteran, Nadal, bounced back from his recent defeat at the Barcelona Open, clinching a hard-fought 7-6 (8-6) 6-3 victory. Anticipating this season to be his final…
