After almost 10 days of blackout in the North, Tinubu orders restoration of electricity
By Abdullahi Mohammed, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed concern over the blackout in the northern region of Nigeria in the last week. The […]
Month: October 2024
Dangote largest operator, investor in Tinubu’s CNG
In a demonstration of its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s CNG Initiative, which aims to provide cheaper and cleaner fuelling alternatives for all Nigerians, […]
Fear in Nsukka as hoodlums abduct UNN dean, multiple victims on major road
A senior lecturer at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, Prof Oguejiofo Ujam was on Sunday abducted along the Ugwuogo-Nike-Opi-Nsukka Road. Oguejiofor is the Dean, […]
Outrage as Abia Rep Ikwechegh accused of assaulting cab driver in Abuja
Nigerians have condemned a member of the House of Representatives, Alex Ikwechegh, for assaulting an e-hailing (Bolt) driver who went to deliver a package to […]
19 Northern Governors, CDS Musa hold key talks with traditional rulers on insecurity
The Governors of the 19 Northern States on Monday met with traditional rulers from the region in Kaduna State to discuss critical issues affecting the […]
Manchester United terminates Erik ten Hag’s contract as head coach
Premier League club Manchester United has sacked Erik ten Hag as the club manager, a club statement released on Monday read. The club also said […]
Mohbad’s widow consents to DNA test for confirming son’s paternity
Omowunmi, widow of the late singer and rapper, Ilerioluwa Aloba aka Mohbad, has expressed readiness to conduct a Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) test to determine the […]
Lookman reflects on ‘special’ feeling as only African Ballon d’Or nominee
Nigeria and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman will carry Africa’s hopes as the continent’s sole representative at the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris on Monday (today). […]
El Clasico triumph: Messi reacts to Barcelona’s stunning 4-0 victory against Real Madrid
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has hailed Barcelona’s 4-0 win over Real Madrid in Saturday’s El Clasico. Robert Lewandowski scored twice at the Santiago Bernabeu […]
Phyno responds angrily after fan questions Hushpuppi collaboration
Popular Nigerian rapper, Chibuzor Azubike Nelson, aka Phyno, has expressed his frustration over the criticism he received for featuring Hushpuppi in his song. Hushpuppi could […]
Okpebholo, Edo’s Governor-elect, denies seeking $45M loan from China
Edo State Governor-Elect, Monday Okpebholo, has dismissed rumours that he intends to secure a $45m loan from a Chinese agency to fund the construction of […]
World bank at IMF meetings: Nigeria’s productivity depends on electricity improvements
The World Bank says Nigeria must ramp up its electricity supply to support manufacturers’ efforts to industrialise the economy. Ndame Diop, World Bank country director […]
Withheld salaries prompt NASU, SSANU to begin indefinite strike Monday
The Joint Action Committee, JAC, of non teaching staff unions in the universities, comprising the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU and […]
I saw Makkah and wept; you would too, by Hassan Gimba
My recent visit to the holy city was the second time I was there, courtesy of the benevolence of Honourable Mai Mala Buni, the governor […]
West Ham triumphs 2-1 over Man Utd, Palmer secures Chelsea win
West Ham piled more pressure on beleaguered Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag with a dramatic 2-1 win on Sunday as Cole Palmer inspired Chelsea […]