The Nigeria Navy says it will participate in a joint naval exercise led by the United States Africa Command (US Africom) targeted at tackling emerging cases of sea piracy in the Gulf of Guinea (GoG). The Flag Officer Commanding Central Naval Command, Rear Adm. Samsom Bura, made this known on Thursday at a news conference … Read more
Justice Peter Akhihiero, of the Edo State High Court sitting in Benin has granted the prayer of the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, to include the Benin Traditional Council as a defendant in a suit between him and the suspended Enigie (Dukes) in the Benin kingdom. DAILY POST reports that the judge granted the … Read more
Nigerian singer, Simisola Kosoko, aka Simi, has explained that relationships between female artists are not so cordial because they are often pitted against each other. In a recent interview with Angela Yee, the ‘Men Are Crazy’ crooner admitted that fans pitting female artists against each other put pressure on their relationship. Simi said, “Fans pit … Read more
One person has been reported dead with three others seriously wounded in Okuama community, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. This is coming after soldiers who had laid siege in the community for the past 51 days pulled out on Tuesday. It was learnt that indigenes of Okuama in their attempt to return … Read more
Real Madrid midfielder, Aurelian Tchouameni, has picked up an injury during the 2-1 victory against Bayern Munich and is now a major doubt for the Champions League final. Los Blancos came from behind to win the semi-final tie on a 4-3 aggregate. But their joy was dented by Tchouameni’s injury in the 69th minute. The … Read more
The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has said that his administration is working to address the unemployment crisis in the state by liaising with Federal Government agencies and other partners. Adeleke, who maintained that opportunities exist in the state for job seekers, revealed that several measures to address the development have been put in place … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS) has sealed Regency Hotels, a school and three business premises in the capital city for tax evasion. The FCT-IRS Acting Director of Legal Services, Mr Festus Tsavsar, who led the enforcement team, explained that the closure of the premises was in line with a Court Order obtained … Read more
Anambra State chapter of Nigerian Red Cross Society said it has commenced sensitization of indigenes of the state residing in riverine areas in a bid to forestall flood disasters. The state chairman of the society, Professor Charity Ifeyinwa Emelie stated this during a press conference to mark this year’s World Red Cross Day. Emelie while … Read more
The Kwara State Commissioner for Solid Minerals Development, Dr Afeez Abolore Alabi, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Department of State Services, DSS, to effectively collaborate on ways to curb the menace of illegal mining activities in the state. The commissioner made the call on Wednesday when he paid … Read more
The Murtala Muhammed International Airport Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, in Ikeja, Lagos, on Thursday, handed over fake $1.2 million notes and five cryptocurrency machines to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. The Command also handed over 148 pieces of Unmanned Area Vehicles also known as drones, 112 military hardwares and accessories, two … Read more
The House of Representatives has called on Vice President Kashim Shettima to summon an emergency meeting for the urgent resuscitation of the Gbarain Power Plant in Bayelsa State to enhance the efficiency of the national grid. Shettima doubles as the Chairman of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) Board. The resolution of the House … Read more
Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves have recently surged by $262 million after weeks of decline. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s latest figures showed an upward movement of the country’s foreign reserves. Specifically, Nigeria’s reserves rose to $32.369 billion as of May 6, 2024, an improvement from a one-month dip of $32.107 billion. According to CBN’s data, … Read more
Some members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Rivers State have countered calls for the impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Recall that the APC state chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, on Tuesday directed the Rivers State House of Assembly to immediately commence proceedings for the impeachment of the governor. The call followed the political crisis … Read more
Trabzonspor manager, Abdullah Avci has refuted claims that Paul Onuachu sustained a major injury in the club’s Turkish Cup semi-final victory against Fatih Karagumruk on Wednesday night. Onuachu opened scoring for Trabzonspor after 54 minutes in the 4-0 victory. The big striker had to leave the pitch three minutes later after he sustained an injury … Read more
Former Italy forward, Guiseppe Galderisi believed Napoli will find it difficult to replace Victor Osimhen if the striker departs the club this summer. Osimhen is expected to leave the former Serie A champions at the end of the season. The 25-year-old played a crucial role in Napoli’s Scudetto success last season, scoring 26 goals in … Read more
The House of Representatives has accused the Central Bank of Nigeria of misinterpreting the Cybercrime Act and called for the suspension of the policy. The House, following a motion by Kingsley Chinda and 39 others, on Thursday, declared that the CBN goofed in the interpretation of the Act. Chinda stated that contrary to the circular … Read more
An Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday remanded a 30-year-old man, Mojeed Oseni, in a correctional facility for allegedly defiling a 17-year-old girl. Oseni whose address was not provided, is being charged with unlawful penetration and defilement. The Prosecutor, SP Kehinde Ajayi told the court that the defendant committed the offence at about 4:00pm on … Read more
The Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has appealed to the Security Agencies to dig out the roots of those behind serious problems of insecurity in Nigeria, to mitigate its impact and bring total peace to citizens. He said proactive strategies are required to tackle the huge challenges of insecurities, noting that sitting to … Read more
Nigeria’s Flamingos have departed Abuja for Bamako, Mali ahead of their 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against Burkina Faso. The players and their officials departed Abuja on Thursday aboard an Air Cote d’Ivoire flight. The third round first leg clash is slated for Stade 26 March, Bamako on Saturday. The reverse fixture … Read more
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has revealed plans to upgrade the minimum wage of players in the league from N150,000 to an undisclosed amount. NPFL Chairman, Gbenga Elegbeleye pointed out that the current economic situation in Nigeria demands a review of the players’ wages. He reiterated the NPFL’s commitment to the players’ welfare, expressing … Read more
Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas has expressed concern over the disruption in electricity supply caused by the alleged vandalization of four transmission line towers along the Jos-Gombe 330kV line. The disruption which occurred on 22 April 2024, has left the state in total blackout for almost three weeks. The governor, in a press briefing held … Read more
The House of Representatives has resolved to probe the procurement process of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway. The resolution was taken on Thursday following a motion moved by Austin Achado during plenary. It would be recalled that the controversial 700 km road is generating controversy, particularly the demolition of structures along the right of way of … Read more
The Nigerian Army says its troops deployed for Counter-terrorism operations in North East Nigeria, in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force, have successfully intercepted a group of terrorists on transit to unleash an attack in Yola South Local Government Area of Adamawa State. This was disclosed in a post on the Army’s X account … Read more
