Sophia Ukoni, a Nigerian researcher, has been honoured with the 2024 Global Qualitative Researchers’ Award. This recognition was announced alongside Florian Growth, a Senior Research Consultant specialising in Consumer Research at Point Blank in Berlin. Sophia began her journey into market research over seven years ago at Kantar Nigeria, spending five formative years there before…
Manchester City currently top UEFA’s coefficient rankings heading into 2024. Pep Guardiola’s side are ahead of Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, who are in the top three. Below are the teams: 1 Man City (ENG) 141.000 2 (=) Bayern (GER) 136.000 3 (+3) Real Madrid (ESP) 123.000 4 (+1) Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) 108.00 5 (-2)…
Veteran Nigerian comedian, Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome popularly known Alibaba revealed on The Honest Bunch Podcast that he once gave shelter to fellow comedians Basketmouth and AY Makun when they were still new in the comedy industry. He said they lived in his boys quarters for a while. Alibaba is considered to be one of the…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the dates for the qualifying matches for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The preliminary round will take place from March 18 to 26, 2024. The first and second round matches will be played from September 2 to 10, 2024. All qualified teams will then compete…
Israeli airstrikes in the central Al-Maghazi refugee camp in Gaza have reportedly killed at least 70 people, according to the Hamas-run Health Ministry. The spokesperson for the Ministry added that the death toll is likely to rise, as many families are living in the area. It is unknown if the victims were civilians or militants….
As the anticipation for Christmas builds, there’s something truly special about Christmas Eve. It’s a time for warmth, togetherness, and the magic of the season. Here are some ideas to help you craft a memorable Christmas Eve celebration within the comfort of your own home. 1. Decorate with Delight: Transform your space into a festive…
Different generations of the Black Stars of Ghana have come and gone but for four decades none has been able to recapture the elusive African Cup of Nations crown. Different generations of the Black Stars have come and gone but for four decades none has been able to recapture the elusive African Cup of Nations…
Israel pushed on Sunday with its military campaign to destroy Hamas over the October 7 attacks, as the focus of the deadly combat shifted to southern Gaza where most displaced Palestinians are trapped. US President Joe Biden stressed the “critical need” to protect civilians, in a call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who vowed Israel…
Graduating in the First Class category from a university anywhere in the world is not easy to achieve. It means the person must have A passes in all his/ her courses and have 4.50 and above in the Cumulative Grade Point Average, CGPA. But some undergraduates are so endowed that they break the barrier by…
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has urged Christians to draw from the spiritual import of Christmas by sharing love and fostering harmony in their communities. Governor Adeleke, who described Christmas as a moment of reflection on the blessing that the birth of Jesus Christ symbolises for humanity, also charged residents of the state, especially…
In a shocking turn of events, a popular actor, Azeez Ijaduade, has been reportedly shot by police in the Iperu area of Ogun State. According to sources, the actor was shot at the Iperu market in the presence of his friends. The cause of the shooting is not yet clear, but local residents are said…
The history of Christmas celebrations is as rich and diverse as the holiday itself. Dating back to the Roman Empire, Christmas has been a time of religious observance and cultural celebration for centuries. Throughout the ages, the way people have celebrated Christmas has changed and evolved, but the holiday has always retained its core meaning….
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have had a tumultuous few years leading up to the Africa Cup of Nations 2023, with mixed results on the pitch and some off-field controversy. But, as they say, the show must go on, and the Super Eagles are now looking ahead to the tournament with renewed optimism. Led by Portuguese coach,…
Super Eagles forward, Moses Simon, has signed a new contract with Ligue 1 outfit, Nantes. The Nigerian international signed a two-year contract that will see him remain at the Maison Jaune until 2026. Simon joined the Canaries on loan from Spanish club Levante at the start of 2019/20 season. The move was made permanent the…
Dimeji Ajibola’s ‘Shanty Town’ and Toka Mcbaror’s ‘Underbelly’ emerged as the biggest winners at the 2023 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards held in Osogbo on Friday night. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the BON awards recognized various entertainment stakeholders for their work from August 2022 to August 2023. ‘Shanty Town’ claimed the…
It promises to be exciting as two successful boxers of Nigerian descent, Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder may possibly do a world championship bout on March 9, 2024. In a statement issued on Saturday, renowned boxing promoter, Dr. Adrian Ogun said since both former heavyweight champions equally lay claim to their Nigerian heritage, boxing fans…
The Federal Government says the current naira scarcity nationwide is not an attempt to make Nigerians unable to access cash and suffer. Speaking at a press briefing on President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s achievements in Abuja on Thursday, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) was working…
The Naira dropped against the US dollar at the foreign exchange markets on Friday as corporate businesses closed for the Christmas celebration in Nigeria. Official data from FMDQ showed that the Nigerian Naira weakened against the US Dollar by falling 2.71 per cent to N885.88/$1. Naira’s loss on Friday represented an N23.97 or 2.71 per…
In 2023, Nigeria emerged as the leading consumer of local food in the African market, marking a significant surge in local food orders, with a staggering 25-fold increase, as revealed in a survey conducted by Glovo. Mrs. Lamide Akinola, the General Manager of Glovo Nigeria, disclosed these findings in the company’s annual report released on…
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been hit with the sad news of the demise of renowned Nollywood actor, Dejumo Lewis, who passed away at the age of 80. His colleague, Saidi Balogun, confirmed the veteran actor’s passing through an emotional post shared on his Instagram account on Saturday. In the heartfelt tribute, Balogun shared a…
Pep Guardiola said Manchester City must start over and find new targets after he completed his trophy haul in charge of the English champions by thrashing Fluminense 4-0 to win the Club World Cup. Guardiola’s 16th trophy as City boss, and the 37th of his coaching career, means he has won the Champions League, Premier…
Some residents of Ibadan have decried the hardship they have been facing over cash shortage, saying it may mar their Christmas celebrations. The residents, in separate interviews in Ibadan, lamented the difficulty they had been facing in accessing their money in the banks. An entrepreneur, Mr Niyi Olawuyi, said that the experience had been harrowing,…
Despite taking the lead twice, the Blaugranes succumbed to a 3-2 defeat against Club América in Dallas. The Mexicans rallied from behind twice, securing a late victory with a header from Henry Martín at the damp Cotton Bowl Stadium in Texas. Barça initiated the game with a dominant display, and an electrifying Lamine Yamal scored…
An agreement has been signed with Russia by members of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (CVCNU) and African Vice-Chancellors. The Secretary-General, CVCNU, Prof. Yakubu Ochefu, in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Friday, said that the agreement was aimed at addressing challenges in the African education system. Ochefu said that…
On December 11, the award ceremony for the best football players in Africa was held in Marrakesh, Morocco. The reliable bookmaker 1xBet talks about participants recognized for outstanding achievements this year. Player of the Year The individual Player of the Year awards for men’s and women’s football went to Nigeria. Victor Osimhen won the title…
With less than three days to Christmas, foodstuff sellers in Kabusa Market in Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja on Thursday lamented poor patronage and unfavourable business condition. Aminu Danlami, an onion and tomato seller, said: “A big basket of tomato we buy at N22,000 in Mararaba Market was…
The Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership, CACOL, has called on the Federal Government and the Central Bank of Nigeria to fix the naira scarcity which is currently subjecting Nigerians to untold hardship during this Yuletide season. CACOL asked both the FG and the apex bank where the printed naira notes have disappeared despite billions…
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake has assured young people of not allowing their talents die but supported and tapped for national development. Alake gave the assurance during the commissioning of Amal Technologies Limited Factory at Idu Industrial Estate, Abuja, as contained in a statement signed by the Head, Press and Public…
The Israel-Hamas war is pushing Gaza towards famine, the United Nations warned ahead of an expected Security Council vote Friday on a resolution to boost aid to the Palestinian territory but not call for a ceasefire. Separate diplomatic efforts were also underway for a fresh pause in the worst-ever Gaza war, which was triggered by…
Renowned Music start, In a recent interview spoke about why he decided to promote his fellow musician, Wizkid’s, new song. Nigerian music superstars, Davido and Wizkid, ended their long-standing feud at a party in Lagos last weekend. Davido decided to promote Wizkid’s latest song as a sign of solidarity between the two artists. This gesture…
A 30-year-old man, Mr. Ismaheel Olakanye, has been reported missing by the Ekiti State Police Command. The Ekiti State Police Command has announced that Ismaheel Olakanye, a resident of Ado-Ekiti, has been missing since August 18. The police spokesperson, DSP Sunday Abutu, released a statement on Thursday, stating that Olakanye left home at 8 am…
