Widows of military officers who died in the Hercules C130 military jet that crashed in Lagos on December 26, 1992, have called on the Nigerian military and the Federal Government to pay them their late husbands’ entitlements. The military-transport plane crashed soon after takeoff from Lagos, killing all 163 people aboard. Many of those killed…
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday met with Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Fubara who arrived at the Presidential Villa at about 5:40 pm went straight to the office of the President. The reason for the visit is yet to be ascertained as he did not speak to the press…
~Anambra South LP Chieftains Insists on Zoning For 2025 Gubernatorial Elect. In a strongly worded communique issued following a crucial meeting in Awka, the Anambra South Senatorial Zone Labour Party Stakeholders, led by Honourable Paul Obu, the Minority Whip in the Anambra State House of Assembly, have condemned the actions of Governor Soludo towards a…
The Ministry Of Women And Children Affairs in Anambra State has expressed worry over the rate at which children are abandoned after birth, saying it is putting so much pressure on the Ministry and the state. The head of child development in the ministry in Anambra State, Mrs Ekene Aniesona, spoke during the donation of…
The Former Presidential Candidate Of Labour Party during the 2023 general election, Mr Peter Obi on Thursday presented a cheque of N75million to Immaculate Heart of Mary Specialist Hospital, Nkpor, in Idemili North local government area of Anambra State. He however, appreciated the Immaculate Heart Sisters for the wonderful work they are doing in health,…
Manchester United and England winger Jadon Sancho has rejoined former club Borussia Dortmund on loan for the rest of the 2023-24 season. The 23-year-old moved to Old Trafford in a £73m deal from German club Dortmund in July 2021. He has not played for United since 26 August after falling out with manager Erik ten…
As the clock ticks to Saturday for the opening ceremony of the 2023 African Cup of Nations below are some fascinating facts you should know about Africa’s biggest football showpiece.The tournament which will start on January 13, 2024, is the 35th edition and the opening match is between the host country, Cote d’Ivoire, and Group…
Veteran Nollywood actress, Ngozi Ezeonu, has clarified reports making the rounds online about her demise.Ekweanaedo News reported that the movie star left many of her followers confused and scared after sharing a cryptic social media post.Ngozi shared a dark image with candlelight at the centre, stating that someone had died but failed to disclose the…
The recent data provided by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) revealed that the 2024 Henley Passport Index positions the Nigerian passport at 95th globally.This ranking is determined by the count of destinations that Nigerian passport holders can visit without the requirement of obtaining a prior visa.The index assesses the visa-free access of 199 distinct…
Chairman PGF, Hope Uzodimma addressing the press after its meeting in Abuja The Progressives Governors Forum (PGF), representing serving All Progressives Congress (APC) state governors, has called on Nigerians to exercise patience regarding the corruption allegations against Betta Edu, the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development.Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, PGF’s…
