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By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, March 12, 2024 The Abia Government says it has commenced investigation into the death of a student of Abia State University (ABSU), who lost his life in a clash between rival cult groups. Mr. Okey Kanu, the state Commissioner for Information and Culture, made this known …

The Nigeria U-20 female football team secured a semi-final spot with a 4-0 rout of the Teranga Lionesses of Senegal in their second group game of the 13th African Games in Ghana. Under the guidance of coach Chris Danjuma, the Super Falconets continued their winning streak after defeating Morocco in …

Sadiq Isyaka scored a late-penalty for the Flying Eagles of Nigeria as they sealed a 1-0 win over South Sudan in their second game of the ongoing African Games on Monday, March 11, 2024. The Flying Eagles had a disappointing start in the African Games, suffering a 2-1 loss to …

President Bola Tinubu on Monday flagged off the Food Security and Agricultural Mechanization Programme in Niger State, emphasizing that his administration remains committed to ensuring food sufficiency and protecting local industries for sustainable economic growth. The project, an initiative of the Niger State government, is for the deployment of cutting-edge …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, March 11, 2024, tendered more evidence against MICAD Project City Services Limited and James Nolan before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja. Micad Project City Services Limited and James Nolan are standing trial on a 20-count …

  Four years before the 1989 Miracle of Dammam, there was  Resurrection in Lagos as Flying Eagles battered the Junior Indomitable Lions 5-1 on their way to the USSR 1985 FIFA Under 20 Youth Championships. The Nigerian captain, Andrew George Uwe, was devasted after the first leg in Yaounde ended …

A Seventh Prosecution Witness, PW7, in the trial of a former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Godwin Emefiele on Monday, March 11, 2024 told Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, Abuja, how Emefiele allegedly signed and approved award and payments of contracts …

  By Alex Enebeli Enugu, March 11, 2024 Renowned Nigerian Musician, Daniel Anidugbe, a.k.a Kizz Daniel, has showered his loyal fanbase with gratitude through his latest musical offering, the ‘Thankz Alot’ Extended Play (EP). The highly anticipated EP, comprised four tracks, the Chief Executive Officer of Artmatazz Media, a media …

The outgoing Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Bashir Jamoh OFR, today (Monday) handed over the affairs of the Agency to Honorable Chudi Offodile, the Agency’s Executive Director, Finance and Administration. This is coming on the heels of the expiration of Jamoh’s tenure on …

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has appealed to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to help tackle the menace of crude oil theft in the country. The Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the company, Mr. Mele Kyari, made the appeal at an interactive session with …

LAGOS: MARCH 11, 2024 Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), says  the book “Omowale: One Man’s Justice Journey“, authored by Dr. Chris Brooks, an African-American, who has discovered his Nigerian ancestry and decided to relocate his family to Nigeria, is highly commendable and heart warming. Dabiri-Erewa said …

The philosophy of education in the South West was built strong. It was the hope, the only hope given to every child who showed up in school. A rhyme spelt it out in language that school children can relate with. Quality shoes back then were man made with sounding soles …

  Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has met with the President of Angola on a trade mission with oil refineries, hydro power, pharmaceuticals and agriculture as areas of interest. A statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde Akinyemi, said that Obasanjo led Nigerian investors under the aegis of …

By Georgina Adegbie Abuja, March 10, 2024 Team Nigeria recorded a clean sweep of gold medals on Sunday at the ongoing African Games in Ghana, after six female wrestlers won in their various categories. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mercy Genesis kick-started the gold medal rush; winning …

By Ismail Abdulaziz Abuja, March 11, 2024 The Presidency has described as false,  the claim by Sen. Abdul Ningi (PDP-Bauchi Central) over the padding of the 2024 budget. This is contained in a statement by Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy,  in Abuja. Onanuga …

Monday, 11 March, 2024 “What is the State?” Louis Blanc, politician and historian in 19th century France, asks himself. He answers: “The State, under democratic rule, is the power of all the people, served by their elect; it is the reign of liberty. “The State, under monarchical rule, is the …

Lagos, Nigeria – 11/03/2024 Heirs Holdings, a leading African investment company dedicated to improving lives and transforming Africa through strategic long-term investments, announced the launch of its new subsidiary, Heirs Technologies Limited, with an ambition to empower Africa’s digital transformation through innovative and locally tailored solutions. Heirs Technologies endeavours to …

Against the run of play, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State ruffled feathers with his speech at the 2023 annual Leadership Newspaper Conference and Awards held in Abuja last week. This speech was an instant hit online and trended at different times on both Instagram and X (Twitter). Governor …

Lagos, NIGERIA Union Bank of Nigeria has re-emphasised its advocacy for an equitable and inclusive society devoid of biases, stereotypes, and discrimination. This assertion was recently made at a special event hosted by the Bank to commemorate this year’s International Women’s Day celebration under the global theme #InspireInclusion. Tagged Ability …

The Employee Place (EMP) Industry Meet-Up, now in its fifth year, recently convened at the CIBN Bankers Hall, Lagos, uniting thought leaders to delve into Generation Z’s influence on the professional landscape. Esteemed speakers, including Joseph Onaolapo (Jay On-air), Makuochukwu Okafor-Obi, and Sheriff Adekoya, explored pivotal themes such as consumerism, …

I do not want to believe that in a country of close to 250 million people, I am the only one who thinks there is a gathering of ominous dark clouds over our dear country beginning from the North. I cannot afford that foolish and lazy thought even if I …

By Victor Okoye Abuja, March 10, 2024 The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has named two new players to join the Super Eagles squad ahead of two scheduled friendly matches in March. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that England-based defender Gabriel Osho and Tanzania-based Benjamin Tianimu are teaming up …

Governor ‘Seyi Makinde has expressed the readiness of his administration to fully resolve all issues and make the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs functional again, stating that it has become imperative to restore the body. Governor Makinde made this disclosure on Friday, when he met with traditional rulers …

All is set for the official opening of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)’s Maritime Museum. The  NIMASA Museum, according to the Agency, is the first Maritime Museum in Nigeria. While inspecting the Museum at the weekend, NIMASA Director General, Dr Bashir Jamoh noted that the first of …

In a bold move aimed at propelling Katsina State into the forefront of technological innovation, the Governor of Katsina State, Dr. Dikko Umar Radda, accompanied by over 12 top members of his economic team including the Chief of Staff, Mr. Jabiru Tsauri, embarked on a groundbreaking visit to TD Africa …