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€15m Salary: Victor Boniface Joins the Ranks of Nigeria’s Highest-Paid Footballers
Nigeria’s Victor Boniface could leave Bayer Leverkusen for Al Nassr this window after a big-money bid from the Saudi Pro League. Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface’s bold comment about choosing between money and trophies has […]
Court Dismisses Afe Babalola’s Defamation Lawsuit Against Farotimi
The Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, on Wednesday, struck out cybercrimes charges filed by the police against lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, at the instance of senior lawyer Afe Babalola. The Nigerian police […]
“We Will Welcome Them”: FG Reacts To US Impending Deportation Of 3,690 Nigerians
The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that it is prepared to receive its citizens who may be deported from the United States following President Donald Trump’s intensified crackdown on illegal immigration. According to a report […]
FG Set To Revive Nigeria’s Aluminium Smelting Company
The revival will reinvigorate the local economy, create jobs, and enhance Nigeria’s position in the global aluminium market. The federal government has begun an initiative to revive the Aluminium Smelting Company of Nigeria (ALSCON), a […]
FG Ready To Welcome Deported Nigerians From US – NIDCOM
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has said that the Federal Government is ready to welcome deported Nigerians from the United States. The Director of Media and Corporate Affairs of the commission, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, in an […]
FG Imposes 3-Month Suspension on MaxAir Following Tyre Burst Incident
FG Halts MaxAir’s Operations for 3 Months After Tyre Burst Incident MaxAir’s Operations Suspended for 3 Months by FG Due to Tyre Burst FG suspends MaxAir’s Operations For 3 Months Following Tyre-bust Incident The […]
Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali Have Left But Citizens’ Privileges Remain – ECOWAS
The three countries led by military regimes formally notified ECOWAS of their desire for “immediate” withdrawal. But the texts of the West African organisation required one year’s notice for it to be effective. Burkina Faso, […]
Atiku, Peter Obi, El-Rufai Are Failures, Can’t Manage Their Affairs – APC
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has accused former presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi of the Labour Party and former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai of grass incompetence. APC […]
Shaibu Vs Omobayo: Edo State Takes Over Case, Disengage Lawyers
The hearing in the impersonation case against Marvellous Godwins Omobayo, immediate-past Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki’s appointed deputy by the immediate-past Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu has again been adjourned to 11th of March, […]
US Aid Suspension: “Trump Owes Us Nothing” – Ex-Kenya President, Kenyatta
In a candid statement regarding the recent suspension of foreign aid by former US President Donald Trump, former President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged Africans to focus on self-reliance and use their resources wisely instead of […]
Court Overrules Yahaya Bello As EFCC Calls Witness In ₦110 Billion Fraud Case
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, called its first witness to testify in the 16-count money laundering charge it preferred against the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. The witness, […]
Nigerian Govt Awards Gas Distribution Licences To NNPC, Shell, Others
On Tuesday, the Nigerian government awarded 10 gas distribution licences (GDL) to six companies to improve the country’s gas utilisation drive. The license gives exclusive right to establish, construct and operate a gas distribution system […]
Tuggar: Remove The Log From Your Eyes! – Governor Bala Mohammed
GOVERNOR BALA MOHAMMED TO YUSUF TUGGAR: REMOVE THE LOG FROM YOUR EYES! The recent tirade by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, against the Governor of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Mohammed, over the latter’s […]
Florence Eshalomi, Nigerian-British Born, Appointed UK Trade Envoy To Nigeria
Eshalomi confirmed her appointment on X on Tuesday. She is the second Nigerian to be appointed as the UK trade envoy — Helen Grant is the first. “It is an honour to have been appointed […]
Japa: Only 6,000 Medical Consultants Remain In Nigeria – MDCAN
The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) says only 6,000 consultants are left in the country. Its President, Prof. Muhammad Mohammad, said this on Thursday during the association’s National Executive Council (NEC) Meeting […]
Telecoms Tariff Will Be Reviewed Periodically – Wale Edun Says
Edun spoke to Arise TV on Thursday at the ongoing 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. The minister of finance and the coordinating minister of the economy, Wale Edun, has said the tariff […]
Afonja States That Alaafin Hasn’t Started Traditional Rites Yet and Will Enter Seclusion Upon Arrival
He assured that the normal rites that all Alaafin usually undergo will start immediately after the 46th Alaafin comes back from Canada. After reports surfaced indicating that the Alaafin-elect, Prince Akeem Owoade, had postponed the […]
Nigerian Police Order Personnel To Stop Wearing Dark Glasses With Uniform, Violators To Face Sanctions
The directive which is with immediate effect is contained in a wireless message dated Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and addressed to all zonal and state commands in the police force. Kayode Egbetokun, the Inspector General […]
Birthright Citizenship: Nigerians In Diaspora Kick, Say It’s Illegal
They argued that in the end, it would be up to the US courts and the Supreme Court to decide on the legality or otherwise of Trump’s move Nigerians living abroad have criticized President Donald […]
Tinubu’s Government Approves ₦4 Billion Cash Transfer For Vulnerable Nigerians
The initiative, set to run from February through April, will provide financial aid to at least 10 million displaced households nationwide, with a focus on those most in need. The sum of ₦4 billion have […]
Erling Haaland reportedly takes huge decision on his future at Manchester City
Manchester City forward player, Erling Haaland has reported signed a long-term contract extension with the Premier League Champions. The news of Erling Haaland’s decision to commit his future to Manchester City was confirmed on the […]
Amad Diallo sets a new Premier League record
Manchester United’s striker, Amad Diallo etched his name into the history books of the club following his impressive performance against Southampton. The Red Devils took all three points against Southampton after spending most of the […]
Meet the new Alaafin of Oyo, Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade
Barely three years after the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III joined his predecessors, Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade has emerged as the next Alaafin of Oyo. Prince Akeem Owoade emerged as the new Alaafin after the […]
13 facts you probably don’t know about Lagos first female speaker, Mojisola Meranda
Mojisola Meranda has been sworn in as the first female Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly. Meranda took her oath of office as the new Speaker of the House on Monday at a plenary […]
Truck Crashes Into A Building, Kills Family Of Nine In Benue (Photos)
Tragedy struck in Okete, a quiet community in the Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State, on Thursday when a truck crashed into a residential building, killing nine members of a family. Sources said the […]
Akwa Ibom Group Threatens Landmark Beach Resort Demolition Over Ownership Tussle
A pressure group in Ekid nation under the aegis of Ikpaisong Akoiyak has vowed to demolish the Landmark Beach Resort, which it noted is being falsely labelled as Ibeno Beach. The group argued that the […]
Tinubu Bans Homosexuality, Cross-Dressing, Bestiality In Military
Nigeria’s military personnel have been explicitly prohibited from engaging in homosexuality, lesbianism, bestiality, cross-dressing, and other acts deemed contrary to the ethics of the armed forces. This directive is contained in Section 26 of the […]
Keshinro Assumes Duty as Permanent Secretary, Women Affairs Ministry, Pledges Dedication to Achieving Ministry’s Objectives
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, Dr. Maryam Keshinro has pledged her commitment to the realization of the present administration’s policy thrust on women empowerment, protection of the rights of Nigerian children, as […]
Nigeria Congratulates Joseph Aoun On His Election As President Of The Republic Of Lebanon
The Federal Republic of Nigeria congratulates Joseph Aoun on his election as the President of the Republic of Lebanon. Joseph Aoun secured 99 votes in Lebanon’s 128-seat parliament, successfully ending the presidential deadlock that has […]
Nigeria And The United States Of America Agree To Repatriate $52.88 Million In Corruption Proceeds
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Government of the United States are pleased to announce an agreement to promptly repatriate approximately $52.88 million in forfeited corruption proceeds. These funds were forfeited to the United […]
How to Consistently Make Money on Sports Betting Utilizing Logic, Math, and Psychology
Do you like risk and large winnings? Do you want a steady income from betting? Are you looking for financial freedom and independence? If the answer is yes – we have something to tell you. […]
Transfer: I’m here to take decisions – Maresca confirms dropping Chelsea defender
Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has explained why he dropped Trevoh Chalobah from his squad for the US pre-season tour. Maresca said although it is “sad to leave a player out” he is “here to take […]
Mourinho Picks FC Barcelona Icon Messi Over Ronaldo As Best Of Generation
Football manager Jose Mourinho chose FC Barcelona legend Lionel Messi over compatriot and Real Madrid icon Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest player of their generation, in comments made to TNT Sports. Mourinho is currently set […]
Transfer: Calafiori absent at Bologna training camp ahead Arsenal move
Riccardo Calafiori is not part of the Bologna squad for their pre-season training camp. Arsenal are finalising a deal with the Serie A club to sign the defender. The deal is expected to be a […]
Italian Boxer, Angela Carini, Quits After Being Paired With ‘Biological Male’
Darkest Day in the history of Olympics: Italian Boxer Angela Carini was forced to box against a biological male Imane Khelif from Algeria. She quitted after just 45 seconds, and cried hysterically as her opponent […]
Cole Palmer seeks to trademark iconic celebration
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer has taken steps to trademark his signature celebration, “Cold Palmer,” as well as the nickname that accompanies it. Despite this, players imitating the celebration will likely continue unabated, as legal protection […]
England Defeats Switzerland in Penalty Shootout to Reach Euro 2024 Semifinals
Three years on from losing the European Championship final on penalties, England beat Switzerland in a shootout to reach the semifinals of Euro 2024. Trent Alexander-Arnold scored the winner as England swept all of its […]
Nota Baloyi – “Chidinma split the EFF”
Nota Baloyi weighs in on the chaos currently ongoing in the Economic Freedom Fighter (EFF) party. Days ago, Flyod Shivambu announced leaving the political party after years of serving alongside Julius Malema. Taking to Twitter, Nota, who is […]
Football Clubs & Their Biggest Wins And Biggest Loss In Their History
One of the major traits of a passionate football fan is the ability never to forget historic goals scored by their favourite teams, especially when witnessed live. However, there are two sides of every coin […]
Why I Resigned As Super Eagles Head Coach – Finidi George Opens Up
Finidi George has explained why he decided to step down as the head coach of the Super Eagles. The 53-year-old turned in his resignation to the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, on Saturday. This comes days […]
