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U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills Jr, answering questions By Emmanuel Oloniruha Abuja, Feb. 20, 2025 The U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills Jr, has said that there’s no evidence to back  allegations that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded the Boko Haram terrorist group in the …

Tel Aviv, Feb. 20, 2025 Hamas has handed over the bodies of four Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in the Gaza Strip. The Palestinian militant group had set up a stage at the handover site, where numerous cheering onlookers gathered alongside dozens of hooded and masked militants in uniform. …

Air Peace, Nigeria’s foremost airline and West Africa’s largest carrier, has announced its participation as an exhibitor at the world-renowned ITB Berlin, scheduled for March 4-6, 2025. Air Peace will join over 10,000 exhibitors from around the globe at the prestigious international travel trade show to showcase its services, growth, …

  By Taiye Olayemi Lagos, Feb. 18, 2025 Spotify has announced Nigerian singer Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, known as Ayra Starr, as the leading artiste in its Global Impact List for 2025. Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, shared the news in a statement on Tuesday. Okumu revealed Ayra …

By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Feb. 18, 2025 Humanitarian crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has worsened, with reports of serious human rights violations, including summary executions of children and widespread sexual violence. The UN human rights office (OHCHR) on Tuesday confirmed that Rwanda-backed M23 fighters killed …

Riyadh, Feb. 18, 2025 High-level delegations from Russia and the United States (U.S.) have entered into negotiations in Riyadh, according to report on Tuesday. The delegation members were seated at a large rectangular table, with the Russian side sitting on the right and the U.S. side on the left. Russia …

February 18, 2025 The sovereignty of God is a fundamental concept in Christian theology, emphasizing God’s supreme authority and control over all creation. Within this framework, several key components work together to illustrate the intricacies of God’s sovereignty. In this article, we will delve into these components, exploring how they …

New Delhi, Feb. 17, 2025 A U.S. military plane carrying 112 illegal Indian immigrants on Monday landed at an airport in the northern Indian city of Amritsar, officials said. The third batch of Indians deported from the U.S. is part of President Donald Trump’s campaign against illegal immigrants in his …

By Funmilola Gboteku Lagos, Feb. 18, 2025 Airtel Nigeria, the country’s second-largest telecommunications operator (Telco) has announced a significant adjustment to its data pricing structure. A check by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) using the *312# code and on the Airtel website showed the revised data prices. According to …

By Maureen Okon Abuja, Feb. 18, 2025 The European Union (EU) has congratulated Angola President, João Lourenço on his election as the new Chairperson of the African Union (AU). The Angolan leader was elected African Union chair at the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and …

The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe on Monday visited the facilities of Samsung Heavy Industries Nigeria (SHIN), and Africoat Nigeria Limited, a pipe coating plant, located at Takwa Bay, Lagos. The visit is consistent with Ogbe’s determination to assess oil and gas …

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) Resource Centre has called on the leadership of the House of Representatives led by Rt. Hon. Speaker Tajudeen Abass, to urgently investigate the allegations leveled against certain lawmakers by Tigran Gambaryan, Head of Financial Crime Compliance at cryptocurrency firm, Binance. The allegations claim …

…. Restates commitment to reforms, diaspora engagement   Al Ula (Saudi Arabia) The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has canvassed stronger economic ties with the Middle East and the Nigerian diaspora community in the region. Speaking during a meeting with Talal Al-Humond, the Assistant Governor …

The management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK), has expelled Precious Mbakwe after a viral video showed her attacking a lecturer. This decision has received significant praise from some people. In a country where getting justice can be long-winded or denied outright, the quick action taken here is seen as …

Lagos, Nigeria TD Africa, a leading technology distributor in Africa, has launched TD Super App Version 2, an upgraded, feature-rich platform designed to revolutionize technology procurement for individuals and businesses. The enhanced App offers seamless access to a wide range of cutting-edge tech products at unbeatable prices, with faster delivery …

The nomination of the former female elected Deputy Governor of Lagos, Nigeria, and advocate of good governance, Ayanke Alhaja Sinatu Aderoju Ojikutu, for the coveted World Leadership Merit Award (WOLMA) has been approved by the award committee. The recognition is a testament to her unwavering commitment to equity, fairness, justice, …

By Olanrewaju Akojede Lagos, Feb. 15, 2025 Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Saturday promised a bigger and better Access Bank Lagos City Marathon in the 2016. Sanwo-Olu made the pledge in an interview on the sidelines of the 10th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon finishing point ceremony held …

Madrid, Feb. 15, 2025 Real Madrid failed to build on their LaLiga advantage after Jude Bellingham was sent off during a 1-1 draw at Osasuna. Madrid looked on course for three points when Kylian Mbappe put them in front after 15 minutes, but frustration started to boil over following several …

Chelsea FC endured a second consecutive loss away to Brighton & Hove Albion, a 3-0 loss, with the damage done in 11 first-half minutes of the English Premier League clash on Friday night. The match began evenly, with Cole Palmer coming close to scoring for Chelsea. However, Brighton took the …

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer Abuja, Feb. 14, 2025 The Federal Government has called on citizens to disregard the falsehood peddled by Mr. Tigran Gambaryan, an American personnel of Binance. This is contained in a  statement signed by  the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris on  Friday in Abuja. …

Lagos, Nigeria February 13, 2025 Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), operator of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and CNL Joint Venture has dismissed as misleading and unfounded in its entirety, a publication by an online media platform which alleged that a CNL employee was involved in derailing the employment …

By Stellamaris Ashinze Lagos, Feb. 13, 2025 The Federal Government on Thursday  said its partnership with Google is set to transform Nigeria into a global technology hub. Mr. Inuwa Kashifu, the Director-General, National Information  Technology  Developmental Agency  (NITDA) said this in a television interview  monitored in Lagos. Kashifu said that …

….Says it observes highest standards of accountability, transparency, due process in its operations The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has “firmly and unequivocally” described as “false, malicious, and misleading” a publication by Sahara Reporters on February 12, 2025, titled – EXCLUSIVE: NIGERIAN CONTENT BOARD NCDMB BOSS OGBE SPENDS …

Herbert Wigwe with Special Athletes By Grace Alegba Lagos, Feb. 13, 2025 Access Bank Holdings says its 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, scheduled for Feb. 15, will combine excitement with emotion to honour the memory of late Herbert Wigwe’s resilience. The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) reports that Wigwe, the …

The European Union (EU) has commended the craftsmanship of Made-in-Abia leather products, reinforcing the state’s reputation as Nigeria’s leading hub for leather production. The Head of Cooperation of the Delegation of the European Union to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr. Massimo De Luca, made this known during a one-day working visit …