Germany, having deployed around 1,000 soldiers in Mali, has initiated the process of withdrawing its troops and intends to complete the operation by May 2024. As the UN peacekeeping mission MINUSMA nears its conclusion on June 30, German Defense Minister … Continue reading Germany hastens troop withdrawal from Mali as UN mission concludes
The management of Lekki Deep Sea Port has announced the arrival of CMA CGM RIMBAUD, marking the first transshipment vessel to call at the container terminal of the port. This news was shared by Du Ruogang, the Managing Director of … Continue reading Lekki port welcomes first transshipment vessel
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has taken action by suspending all permanent secretaries in different Ministries, Agencies, and Departments (MDAs). The Head of Service has also been suspended. The decision was made in light of the establishment of the Judicial … Continue reading Governor Otti suspends all permanent secretaries and head of service in Abia state
Bill Gates’ private office has come under scrutiny as reports suggest that female job candidates were asked invasive and inappropriate questions about their sexual histories. The Wall Street Journal reveals that during the extensive screening process, candidates were asked about … Continue reading Reports shows that Bill Gates’ private office asked female job candidates about p0rn and s3xual histories
The Delta State chapter of the Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas has voiced its support for former governor Dr Ifeanyi Okowa amidst allegations of diverting half of the 13% derivation fund designated for the Delta State Oil … Continue reading Delta group stands in defense of Okowa against N1tn diversion allegation
Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich have shifted their focus from Harry Kane to Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, as they put talks with the English international on hold. La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Tottenham rejected Bayern’s €70m offer for Kane, demanding … Continue reading Bayern Munich shift focus to Osimhen, pause talks with Kane
President Bola Tinubu has appealed to Nigerians to be patient and understand the incremental progress his administration is making in rebuilding the country. During a visit to the Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Tinubu expressed his willingness to fulfill … Continue reading I’m not in a hurry to rebuild Nigeria – Tinubu
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has explained that he left his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, to seek a quieter environment. Buhari stated that the constant influx of visitors to his residence in Daura led him to search for a more … Continue reading Buhari reveals why he ran away from Daura to London
According to Daily Mail, a devoted 30-year-old Brazilian fan has chosen to leave his entire estate to Paris Saint-Germain forward, Neymar Jr. The anonymous superfan expressed his deep admiration for Neymar and his personal connection to the football star, which … Continue reading Devoted Brazilian fan donates property to Neymar Jr.
Fidelity Bank recently conducted a two-day feeding program in Kano State, benefiting more than 1,000 residents including women, children, widows, and elderly men. The event, held in collaboration with the Misnoory Foundation, took place in Kabuga Satellite Town and aimed … Continue reading Fidelity bank donates food to Kano residents
Mrs. Adenike Laoye has been appointed as the new board chair of Accion Microfinance Bank, one of the national microfinance banks in Nigeria. With a law degree and over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, including 17 … Continue reading Accion microfinance bank welcomes new chairperson
Burna Boy, the Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer, expressed that he believes he doesn’t receive adequate recognition, despite being “the best in the world.” During a gathering with industry experts, including show promoter Smade and podcaster Shopsydoo, after his performance at … Continue reading I don’t get enough credit despite being the best globally – Burna Boy
The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, have risen from the 40th to the 39th position in the latest FIFA world ranking. The updated ranking was released on the official website of FIFA on Thursday, June 29. In the … Continue reading Nigeria climbs to 39th position in latest FIFA world ranking
Just weeks after the demise of Yoruba actor Murphy Afolabi, another veteran Yoruba actress, Sidikat Odunkanwi, widely known as Iyabo Oko, has passed away. The news was shared by her daughter on Instagram, revealing that the actress succumbed to an … Continue reading Veteran yoruba actress Iyabo Oko dies at 61
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has foreseen a potential surge in the pump price of petrol, estimating that certain states in the country could experience prices exceeding N700 per litre starting from July. In an interview with … Continue reading Fuel marketers predict petrol price to reach N700 per litre in Nigeria
Vice President Kashim Shettima has provided reassurance to Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is actively working to tackle the various challenges afflicting the nation. During a visit to the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Ibn Garbai El-Kanemi, the Vice President … Continue reading We will overcome all challenges – Shettima
Sunshine Edafe, a 30-year-old woman, appeared before a Magistrates’ Court in Yaba, Lagos State, where she was charged by the police for supposedly posting defamatory messages on social media targeting Pascal Offiah. The defendant faced three counts, including intent to … Continue reading Woman faces defamation charges in Lagos court
In the rugged terrain of Chihuahua, northern Mexico, a fierce gunfight between suspected cartel members resulted in the deaths of at least eight individuals and left one person wounded. The clash occurred in Guachochi, a remote town situated in the … Continue reading Fatal shootout in Mexico claims lives of eight suspected cartel members
Three individuals have been arrested by the Ondo State Police Command following the alleged murder of a naval officer known as Akingbohunmi in the Idoani community of the Ose Local Government Area. Reports suggest that Akingbohunmi was attacked by a … Continue reading Three suspects arrested for killing of Naval officer
A 30-year-old man named Babatunde Olayinka was brought before a Magistrates’ Court in Yaba, Lagos State, after being accused by the police of stealing phones valued at N680,000 from two students of Yaba College of Technology. Olayinka faced charges of … Continue reading Man faces charges for stealing Yabatech students’ phones
Nigerian singer Ekenedirichukwu Ijemba, popularly known as Humble Smith, recently shared a personal revelation about his journey in the music industry. In 2015, the 32-year-old artist was on the verge of resorting to begging for survival before a divine intervention … Continue reading I was on the verge of becoming a beggar before God blessed me with a hit song – Humble Smith
Famous socialite and entrepreneur, Mike Nwogu, also known as Pretty Mike, has opened up about his expenditure on attention-grabbing stunts, stating that the least he has ever spent on such an endeavor was N2 million. Pretty Mike, renowned for his … Continue reading Socialite Pretty Mike discloses spending up to N2 million on each stunt he pulls
Transfermarkt, a reputable source for football player valuations, has ranked Victor Osimhen as the fourth most valuable player globally, with a worth of €120 million. This places him just behind Kylian Mbappe of Paris Saint-Germain, Erling Haaland of Manchester City, … Continue reading Napoli’s Osimhen ranked as world’s 4th most valuable player
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has implemented new restrictions on contactless payments made through bank accounts or digital wallets. As of June 27, 2023, a daily cumulative transaction limit of ₦50,000 and a single transaction limit of ₦15,000 have … Continue reading CBN implements ₦50,000 daily limit on contactless payment channels
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has confirmed the apprehension of Gabriel Ekpiri, a father accused of selling his nine-year-old son for the sum of N400,000 in the Itu Local Government Area of the state. The arrest was made by … Continue reading Father arrested for selling nine year old son for N400,000 in Akwa Ibom
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