On Sports News Sixteen years after non-participation, Nigeria’s Super Falcons begin preparations for their first appearance at the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament. Ademola Olajire, NFF’s Head of Communications in a statement today, said the team resumed camping in Spain on Friday with the arrival of 12 out of 18 players […]
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Varsities boil again as FG, ASUU meet, workers protest Tuesday
Unions of non-academic staff members of universities have declared that they will be embarking on a nationwide protest starting from Thursday, July 18, 2024, over their withheld four-month salaries. However, a one-day protest would be held at all branches of the non-academic unions under the arms of the Joint Action […]
NSCDC MOVES TO ENHANCE SECURITY IN ANAMBRA ESPECIALLY ON MONDAYS.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State command, has deployed personnel across the state to protect critical national and state assets as part of efforts to prevent a breakdown of law and order. The Anambra State Commandant of NSCDC, Maku Olatunde, stated this in Awka, today while monitoring […]
Army, Hunters Foil Attempted Vandalism By Suspected Boko Haram Members In Yobe
In Yobe State, a joint operation involving the Nigerian Army and local hunters successfully thwarted an attempted vandalism by suspected Boko Haram insurgents near Kasaisa, a community close to Damaturu, the state capital. According to sources, the insurgents were intercepted while attempting to destroy electricity poles belonging to the Transmission […]
James Cameron Pays Tribute to ‘Avatar’ and ‘Titanic’ Producer Jon Landau: ‘A Part of Myself Has Been Torn Away’
Entertainment News*Jon Landau, the renowned Oscar-winning producer famous for his collaborations with director James Cameron on “Titanic” and the “Avatar” series, has passed away at the age of 63. Disney Entertainment co-chairman Alan Bergman announced Landau’s death, praising his visionary talent and passion that brought unforgettable stories to the big […]
On Sports,Uruguay Defeats Brazil To Advance To Semi-Final
On Sports*Uruguay has advanced to the semi-finals of the Copa America after defeating Brazil on penalties in a tense quarter-final match. The game ended goalless after regular time and Uruguay prevailed 4-2 in the shootout. Despite being reduced to 10 men in the 74th minute when Nahitan Nandez was sent […]
Confederation of Sahel States To Establish Joint Military Force , Promote Indigenous Languages
Military leaders from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have forged a new path as they signed a treaty establishing a confederation during their inaugural summit in Niamey. This move marks a significant step towards deeper integration among these nations, collectively forming the “Confederation of Sahel States” (AES), encompassing a population […]
Former Minister, Sadiya Umar- Farouq Ordered To Account For 729 Billion Naira Spent In Six Months
The Federal High Court In Lagos has ordered former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, to account for the payment of 729 billion Naira to 24.3 million poor Nigerians over six months in 2021. Justice Deinde Isaac Dipeolu’s judgment mandates the former minister to provide details of the beneficiaries, the […]
Gov Mbah bags NEAPS Infrastructural Development Award
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has been honored with the Distinguished Award for Infrastructure at the Nigeria Excellence in Public Service Awards (NEAPS).The award recognizes his significant contributions to road infrastructural development in the state. The ceremony took place at the Aso Presidential Villa in Abuja, where Vice President […]
85 Indigent Students in Anambra Get School Fees Relief From International Donors
The Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, His Lordship Most Reverend Paulinus Ezeokafor, in collaboration with the Help For All (HIFA) Initiative from Austria, has provided scholarships totaling over 10 million Naira to 85 indigent students in Anambra State. The scholarship, presented at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cathedral, Awka, covers tuition fees […]