Another FIFA window is here and various national teams are back in the trenches for international engagements. The Super Eagles of Nigeria will be equally busy with ties against the Republic of Benin and Rwanda in Abidjan and Uyo respectively. Interim Manager Austin Eguavoen has already announced his squad, which, as usual, is…
The three players Lionel Messi, Ronaldo de Lima, Luka Modric and Karim Benzema voted for in the 2024 Kopa Trophy have been revealed. Recall that Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal recently won the Kopa Trophy for the best young player in the world. https://azscore.com/news/football/2042249-ballon-d-or-2024-voting-insights-from-messi-ronaldo-modric-and-benzema-in-kopa-trophy The Spain international won the prize ahead of Real Madrid’s Arda Güler…
Famous music executive, Banky W has said that Wizkid started his career as a studio rat. Banky W stated this while reflecting on Wizkid’s early struggles before fame. In a viral video on social media, Banky W, who was pivotal in launching Wizkid’s career through his record label, Empire Mates Entertainment, EME, disclosed…
A 43-year-old Nigerian man, Abimbola David, has been detained in the UK on allegations of inappropriate online communication with a 14-year-old girl. The arrest came after the minor reportedly presented evidence of their exchanges to authorities, claiming that he made improper requests. According to Saving Our Children’s Futures, a child protection organization, David is married,…
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has publicly alleged that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is preparing to detain him on November 14, immediately following the conclusion of his tenure. Speaking at the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session in Abuja, Obaseki asserted that the arrest plans are politically motivated, targeting him on charges of…
The Ukrainian government recently reported the repatriation of 563 bodies of Ukrainian soldiers from Russia, emphasizing the continued recovery efforts amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia. The Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War confirmed the return, with the majority of the fallen soldiers’ bodies recovered from combat areas in the eastern Donetsk…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has called on Nigeria’s newly appointed ministers to prioritize collaboration with fellow ministers, permanent secretaries, and key stakeholders to fulfill their mandates under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Speaking at a two-day Induction Retreat organized in Abuja, Akume emphasized that teamwork and…
The court of Appel , Makurdi Division, has heard the appeal brought by Hon. Moses Agaba challenging the decision of the High Court to set aside the interim order restraining Comrade Austin Agada as the Benue State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC. Hon. Agaba’s Counsel argued that the Chief Judge of the lower court…
The transgender daughter of Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Vivian Wilson, and her decision to leave the United States after the election victory of Donald Trump. Vivian, who is 20 years old, expressed her discomfort with Trump’s return to office and shared her plans to relocate out of the country through a post on Threads. In her…
In a recent case at a Jos Magistrates’ Court, a 19-year-old trader has been sentenced to nine months imprisonment for robbing an elderly woman in her home. The suspect pleaded guilty to the charge, leading to a summary trial and conviction by Magistrate Shawomi Bokkos. During the sentencing, Magistrate Bokkos ruled that the convicted trader…
A Bolt Driver, Stephen Abuwatseya has appealed to House of Representatives member representing ABA North/South of Abia State in the National Assembly, Hon. Alex Ikwechegh for the ensued altercation during a delivery of a package to him. In a video released to the press, Mr Abuwatseya felt remorseful as he appeals to all that got…
A fire incident that happened on Thursday at a furniture market in the Ojota area of Lagos State has destroyed goods that worth millions of naira. The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu said this in a statement on Thursday. According to Oke-Osanyintolu, the fire started at about 1 pm…
Lagbaja: Ayoola Urges Armed Forces To Pay More Attention To Soldiers’ Healthhttps://t.co/rsX2Ul3cRI pic.twitter.com/PeBePvy0vs — Channels Television (@channelstv) November 7, 2024
The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has declared a three-day mourning period in the state, beginning on Thursday, in honour of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja. The death of Lagbaja, an indigene of Ilobu, Osun State, was announced in a post on X on Tuesday by the President’s spokesperson, Bayo…
Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, National Chairman Independence National Electoral Commission, INEC, has said the commission has accredited 111 domestic and international organisations, and will deploy 3,554 observers for the Ondo State governorship election. Yakubu disclosed this on Thursday in Akure during a stakeholders’ meeting organised by the commission ahead of the 2024 governorship election scheduled to…
Kylian Mbappe has been left out of the France squad for their upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Israel and Italy after coach Didier Deschamps omitted the Real Madrid superstar from his list of players named on Thursday. It is the second successive France squad from which the national team captain has been absent after…
The world is nowhere near ready for the “calamity” being caused by climate change and must urgently prepare for even worse in the future, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said Thursday. Global efforts to adapt to climate change — from building defensive sea walls to planting drought-resistant crops — have not kept pace…
… 5.4 Million Children, 800,000 Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women at Risk of Malnutrition As food scarcity intensifies in Nigeria, the recently released CadMyndicates that 133.5 million Nigerians could be affected by a hunger crisis in 2025. According to a statement issued Thursday by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the report,…
The government of Equatorial Guinea has dismissed its Director General of National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), Baltasar Ebang Engonga after over 400 sex tapes involving him and wives of prominent men in the country surfaced online. Newsmen recalls that Baltasar was featured in a series of tapes making the rounds online having romantic…
The Nigerian government has unveiled a nationwide free cesarean section initiative aiming at reducing Nigeria’s alarming maternal mortality rates. Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, Minister of Health and Social Welfare, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at the Joint Annual Review (JAR). According to Pate, the initiative will serve as a vital platform for driving the…
The national grid again, suffered a partial disturbance on Thursday leading to blackout in some parts of the country. The partial disturbance is the second within one week. The grid had partially collapsed on Tuesday https://www.channelstv.com/2024/11/07/breaking-national-grid-collapses-for-second-time-in-three-days/ Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) said in a statement on its X handle that the company…
Iran on Thursday called Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election an opportunity for the United States to reassess past “wrong policies”. Trump, who is set to return to the White House in January after defeating US Vice President Kamala Harris in Tuesday’s election, had pursued a “maximum pressure” strategy on Iran…
The Canadian federal government has ordered the dissolution of TikTok’s Canadian business operations following a national security review. However, Canadians will still be able to use the app as the government stops the company from conducting business within the country. Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced the decision on Wednesday, stating that the…
The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced its resolve to challenge the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 state elections. During a recent address to party leaders from the Ibadan Outer City zone, APC’s Acting Chairman, Alhaji Olayide Abas, emphasized that the party’s focus is on regaining the…
The Nigerian military reported significant successes against terrorist groups in October, with 481 terrorists killed, 741 arrested, and 492 hostages freed, according to the Defence Headquarters on Thursday. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, provided further details, noting that troops also seized 480 weapons and over 9,000 rounds of ammunition. Recovered arms…
The Catholic Diocese of Auchi, Edo State, announced the safe release of Rev. Fr. Thomas Oyode, who had been abducted during an attack at the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary on October 27, 2024. The Diocese’s Director of Communications, Rev. Fr. Peter Egielewa, confirmed that Fr. Oyode was released around 7 p.m. on November 6, near…
After a hard-fought campaign, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump pledged to usher in a new “golden age of America” following his electoral victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. Addressing a crowd of supporters in the early hours of Wednesday, Trump declared, “This was, I believe, the greatest political movement of all time. There’s never been anything…
Tesla and X owner Elon Musk experienced a massive boost in his wealth, with an increase of around $13 billion following the U.S. presidential election win of his ally, Donald Trump. Early Wednesday morning, investor optimism about Trump’s pro-business stance fueled a 13% surge in Tesla stock, marking a significant gain in Musk’s net worth…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Rivers State has unveiled its plan to deploy 1,000 regular and special marshals for its 2024 Ember Months Special Patrol to help address the anticipated spike in traffic during this period. Inyang Umoh, the FRSC Sector Commander for Rivers, disclosed these details on Tuesday in Port Harcourt while…
Ahead of Nigeria’s crucial AFCON 2025 qualifying matches, Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has revealed the full squad, bringing together a mix of experienced international players and promising new talent to secure Nigeria’s place in the tournament. The team, led by Captain William Ekong, includes prominent players like Victor Osimhen, named Africa’s Player of…
Nigeria’s Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) have unveiled new pricing for various electricity meter models, marking their second rate hike within a span of four months. The updated prices, set to take effect on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, reflect the deregulation of Meter Asset Providers (MAP) as mandated by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). DisCos…
