The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is gearing up to welcome 1,487 prospective corps members for the 2023 Batch C Stream I orientation course, set to kick off on November 1 in Amada, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State. … Continue reading 1,487 corps members set to begin service in Gombe state
Troops from the Nigerian Army successfully eliminated a notorious wanted bandit known as Mai-Nasara in the Sangeko Forest of Kebbi State. Two suspected bandits believed to be part of the same gang were killed during the operation. This achievement was … Continue reading Troops eliminate wanted bandit and two others in Kebbi forest
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, Divine Ikubor, widely known as Rema, achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African artist to perform at the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony. ALSO READ: Xavi speaks on Barcelona’s 2-1 loss to Real Madrid The 23-year-old … Continue reading Rema breaks record as he performs at 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony
Tajudeen Abbas, the Speaker of the House of Representatives in Nigeria, has announced the National Assembly’s intention to develop legislation aimed at regulating Artificial Intelligence (AI). He made this statement during the 7th Convocation Ceremony, organized by the National Institute … Continue reading Nigerian government set plans to regulate AI
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called upon the officers and personnel of the Nigerian police to refrain from corruption and high-handedness in order to regain the trust and confidence of the Nigerian people. He made this statement during the Conference … Continue reading Tinubu urges police to curb corruption for public trust
The corruption charges brought against Nigeria’s former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Allison-Madueke, by the United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA) have seen their proceedings adjourned to February 23, 2024. The decision was rendered by Justice Baumgartner during a recent … Continue reading Diezani’s bribery lawsuit in the UK adjourned to February
Olaide Akinremi, a House of Representatives member representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency, expressed his appreciation on Monday for President Bola Tinubu’s vote of confidence in his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. Addressing journalists in Abuja, Akinremi commended the well-considered appointment … Continue reading Reps commends Tinubu’s support for Gbajabiamila
At the Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court in Lagos, Police Prosecution Witness Inspector, Glory Eyo, provided a harrowing account on Monday. She narrated how a father, Abdullah Abiodun, is accused of sexually assaulting his 12-year-old daughter. Eyo, who … Continue reading Father allegedly rapes 12 year old daughter in Lagos
By Timilehin Agunbiade Criminals commit crimes, often causing harm to people in the process. As humans, we naturally dislike anything that poses a danger let alone inflicts harm upon us. Contrary to this, here is a list of ten real-life … Continue reading Unconventional Icons: 10 Criminals Who Surprisingly Earned Public Admiration
The United States has categorically dismissed the claims made by Russia that an anti-Israeli riot at a Dagestan airport was orchestrated by Ukraine and Western entities. Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a televised meeting on Monday, asserted that the incident … Continue reading US dismisses Putin’s allegation of western involvement in Anti-Jewish airport mob
Canada has made an official announcement regarding the ban of WeChat on government devices due to concerns over the Chinese-owned application’s potential security risks. Often referred to as the “everything app” for its diverse range of features, WeChat combines elements … Continue reading Canada bans WeChat on government devices
Facebook and Instagram, both owned by Meta, are set to launch subscription options in most European countries that will provide users with an ad-free experience. For a monthly fee of €9.99 (£8.72), individuals in the European Union (EU), European Economic … Continue reading Facebook and Instagram roll out Ad free subscription option for EU users
Elon Musk is set to participate in a global summit on artificial intelligence in the United Kingdom later this week. The event, hosted at Bletchley Park, aims to convene AI experts and international leaders to address the potential risks associated … Continue reading Elon Musk set to attend UK AI summit
Bode George, a prominent figure within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has voiced his deep concern regarding the ongoing crisis within the Rivers State House of Assembly, deeming it as highly distressing. This unsettling situation unfolded on Monday when an … Continue reading Bode George expresses concern over ‘Despicable’ events unfolding in Rivers
In a recent Instagram post, Seun Kuti took a swipe at businesswoman Jaruma in light of reports suggesting she is undergoing rehabilitation. The musician shared his thoughts on his Instagram Stories, implying that “juju” had finally caught up with her. … Continue reading Seun Kuti mocks Jaruma over rehab reports for substance abuse
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have reportedly taken the life of Sheikh Baba Goni Muktar Malumti, the Chief Imam of Jummat Central Mosque in Benisheikh town, the administrative center of Kaga Local Government Area in Borno State. The assailants, traveling in … Continue reading Boko Haram kills chief Imam in Borno
The U.S. Department of Defense has unveiled its intention to construct a potent new nuclear bomb, known as the B61-13, which will possess 24 times the power of the bombs dropped on Japan during World War II. The Pentagon is … Continue reading Pentagon unveils new nuclear bomb 24 times more powerful
Lionel Messi clinched his eighth Ballon d’Or of his illustrious career. The former Barcelona star, who led Argentina to World Cup victory in Qatar with seven goals and the title of the tournament’s best player, triumphed over Manchester City’s Erling … Continue reading Lionel Messi wins his eighth Ballon d’Or award
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has refuted allegations that he has committed any offenses that would justify impeachment by the state House of Assembly. He made this statement on Monday when addressing his supporters at the Assembly Complex. The … Continue reading Fubara denies wrongdoing amidst impeachment proceedings
The leadership of So-Safe Corps, a security agency established by the Ogun State Government, issued an official apology to the family of the late Pastor Adeniyi Adisa, who tragically lost his life during a security operation on July 1, 2023, … Continue reading Ogun security agency issues apology for mistakenly killing pastor
A ministerial aide in the British government, Paul Bristow, has been relieved of his government role following his public call for a ceasefire in Gaza. Bristow’s comments advocating a “permanent ceasefire” were met with disapproval from the British government, which … Continue reading British PM removes ministerial aide advocating Gaza ceasefire
Controversial musician Naira Marley, whose real name is Abdulazeez Fashola, and Lagos socialite Samson Eletu, known as Sam Larry, have taken legal action by filing a fundamental rights suit to contest their prolonged detention in connection with the death of … Continue reading Naira Marley and Sam Larry file lawsuit against magistrate, seek N40m in damages
Luis Rubiales, the former president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), has been hit with a three-year ban from all football-related activities by FIFA following a controversial incident that occurred on August 20, 2023, during the medal ceremony of … Continue reading FIFA bans Spanish FA chief, Luis Rubiales, over unwanted kiss
In the face of ongoing liquidity challenges in the official market, importers are reverting to the parallel forex market to meet their foreign exchange requirements, according to analysts. This shift persists even after the recent removal of the forex ban … Continue reading Importers flock to parallel market as naira appreciates
The Federal Government has given the green light to a supplementary budget of N2.18 trillion for the fiscal year 2023. This decision, announced on Monday, comes as a response to the increasing demand for additional funding in key areas such … Continue reading FG N2.2 trillion supplementary budget proposal unveiled
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