Vice President of Nigeria, Yemi Osinbajo, is scheduled to travel to the United States of America to deliver a special lecture at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. This will be the Vice President’s second visit to the US in … Continue reading Osinbajo scheduled to deliver a special lecture on climate change at the University of Pennsylvania
On Saturday, the organisers of the Madrid Masters announced that the famous tennis player, Novak Djokovic, had withdrawn from the tournament. The organisers shared the news on Instagram just days ahead of the tournament’s scheduled start on April 26. Although … Continue reading Djokovic withdraws from Madrid Masters due to elbow problem
According to two local elected officials and a diplomatic source, suspected jihadists attacked a military camp in central Mali on Saturday. The site was referred to as a “Russian camp” because Mali’s junta began working with what it calls Russian … Continue reading Suspected jihadists have attacked a Russian camp in Mali
On Saturday, the Minister of Youths and Sport Development, Sunday Dare, announced the temporary closure of the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos. The decision was made after the collapse of a floodlight mast was reported, posing a potential risk to … Continue reading National Stadium in Lagos temporary closed due to collapsed floodlight mast
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno has declared that the emergence of Alhaji Kashim Shettima as incoming vice-president would be a significant help in reducing his administration’s burden as Borno recovers from insurgency. The Governor made this statement on Friday in … Continue reading Zulum says Shettima as incoming VP will ease his burden in leading Borno
In a recent interview, Queen Naomi Ogunwusi revealed that she is currently single and ready to mingle, but also emphasized that it will take a strong king to win her heart. She added that while she is unsure of how … Continue reading Queen Naomi revealed that she is currently single and waiting to be proposed to
In a statement signed by Hassan Musa Fagge, Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor of Kano State, it was revealed that Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, the Governor of Kano State, has pardoned a total of 4,013 inmates across all correctional … Continue reading Over the course of eight years, Ganduje has pardoned a total of 4,013 inmates
The investigation into the alleged loss of $2.4 billion in unremitted oil revenue has been ongoing for several months. The House of Representatives ad hoc committee was set up to investigate the matter, and it has been holding investigative hearings … Continue reading Alleged $2.4 billion oil fraud: Finance Minister Zainab Ahmed not complying, Attorney General ready to appear before reps committee
During his tenure as governor of Ekiti State and Chairman of Nigeria’s Governors’ Forum, Dr. Kayode Fayemi had a controversial relationship with Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his presidential ambition. Fayemi and his supporters in the state were not in … Continue reading Ifedolapo Adesola lists several sins committed by Fayemi that may hinder his chances of becoming a minister
Speed Darlington, the Nigerian rapper known for his controversial statements on social media. He has been involved in several online feuds with other Nigerian celebrities in the past. In his recent Instagram post, he did not hold back in expressing … Continue reading Rapper Speed Darlington claims that Davido has no talent
Officials reported that the death toll from a coal mine explosion in Colombia had increased to seven after four more bodies were discovered. The head of the firefighting department in the central Cundinamarca region, Alvaro Farfan, provided the updated figure. … Continue reading Seven death recorded in a coal mine explosion in Colombia
Mo Farah has announced that this year’s London Marathon will be his last race over the marathon distance, but he plans to continue competing in other events. The long distance running legend made the announcement during a press conference on … Continue reading Mo Farah readies for ‘last’ London Marathon amidst potential protests
The US Supreme Court has issued a ruling preserving access to a commonly used abortion pill, mifepristone, while a legal case against it continues. The court also rejected restrictions on the drug implemented by a lower court, maintaining the status … Continue reading US Supreme Court upholds access to abortion pill in split decision, maintaining status quo while case continues
IMF warns of financing shortage and public debt in Sub-Saharan Africa, while urging policymakers to maintain prudent monetary policy tightening; Senegal faces worrying inflation due to soaring food prices, and Libyan date producers struggle with poor marketing. IMF report also … Continue reading IMF forecasts economic slowdown and warns of financing shortage in Sub-Saharan Africa
Opera Mini has recently launched a new feature called “Reboot Livescores” in Nigeria. This feature is designed to enhance football followership in the country by offering an in-depth football experience built right into the data-saving browser, thereby enabling fans to … Continue reading Opera Mini debuts Reboot Livescore browser for football enthusiasts
The Lagos State Government has recently announced that it has paid N5 billion into the Retirement Savings Accounts of 1,768 of its retirees for the month of April. Alongside their monthly contributions. At the ceremony where retirement bond certificates were … Continue reading Lagos State Government disburses N5 billion accrued pension rights to 1,768 retirees
On Friday, Arsenal staged an incredible late fightback to rescue a 3-3 draw against Southampton. However, the Premier League leaders were still left frustrated by a damaging result that put their title challenge in jeopardy. Mikel Arteta’s side managed to … Continue reading Late Arsenal comeback against Southampton fails to save title hopes
Dr. Fred Ayokhai, a senior lecturer in the Department of History and International Studies at the Federal University, Lafia, has been sentenced to six months in prison by a High Court in the Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. … Continue reading Lecturer jailed, children punished for assaulting orphan
The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) is a government agency in Nigeria that is responsible for maintaining records of public officials’ assets and liabilities. Recently, the bureau has explained that the Act that established it does not permit it to … Continue reading CCB has stated that only Buhari, Osinbajo, and other officials have the authority to disclose their asset declarations to the public
The Nigerian Police Force has dismissed 18 officers for various offenses, such as abuse of power, gross indiscipline, and extortion. The dismissals took place in October and December 2022, and April 2023. On October 4, 2022, the Police Service Commission … Continue reading In three months, Nigerian police force has dismissed 18 officers. Here’s why!
According to multiple reports from US media agencies, President Joe Biden may announce his candidacy for reelection in 2024 as early as next week. Biden’s advisors are currently considering a launch on April 25th, accompanied by a video message and … Continue reading Joe Biden plans to announce his bid for re election in 2024 next week
The deployment of additional US forces to Djibouti is aimed at ensuring the security and safety of US citizens in Sudan in case an evacuation becomes necessary. The situation in Sudan has been volatile, with clashes between the Sudanese Army … Continue reading US sends military forces to East Africa in preparation for evacuating citizens from war-torn Sudan
Two suspects have been arrested by the Bauchi State Police Command for the brutal murder of a commercial motorcycle rider in Alkaleri Local Government Area of the state. According to SP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil, the Command’s spokesperson, the suspects, identified … Continue reading Bauchi Police arrest two suspects who murdered an Okada rider and stole his bike
A man has been arrested by the Kaduna State Police Command for allegedly using a machete to hack his girlfriend to death. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Muhammad Jalige, confirmed the suspect’s arrest in a statement on Friday. According … Continue reading Kaduna man arrested for murdering girlfriend who intended to break up with him
The collapse of one of the floodlights at Lagos National Stadium in Surulere on Monday has been attributed to the lack of regular maintenance of the country’s sporting facilities by the Minister of Youths and Sports Development, Sunday Dare. The … Continue reading Sunday Dare laments the irregular maintenance of sporting facilities
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