The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has congratulated His Eminence, Cardinal Francis Arinze, on the occasion of his 92nd birthday today. In his goodwill message, Governor Soludo eulogised Cardinal Arinze as a most distinguished son of Anambra State and a global icon of the Catholic Church, whose life continues to be…
The National Democratic Front (NDF) has issued a public plea to the Chief Judge of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, to intervene in what they describe as a severe erosion of integrity within Nigeria’s judiciary. The group accuses former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike of undermining the judicial system for personal gain, alleging his actions…
Manchester United have appointed Ruben Amorim as their new head coach. The 39-year-old Portuguese, who will move to Old Trafford from Lisbon club Sporting on 11 November, has signed a contract until June 2027. Former United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy, who took charge on an interim basis after Erik ten Hag was sacked on Monday,…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, has launched the pioneering ‘School Protection Squad’ in Anambra State, marking the first time such an initiative has been implemented in any part of the country. The two-day event, which kicked of at the Dora Akunyili Women Development Centre in Awka on Wednesday, drew a large…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the successful prosecution of four former governors and two former ministers over the past 12 months under the leadership of Executive Chairman Ola Olukoyede. During a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, Olukoyede, represented by the agency’s Director of Public Affairs, Wilson Uwujaren, highlighted the commission’s…
Lawmakers Push for Ban on Alcohol and Drug Sales at Motor ParksThe House of Representatives has urged all levels of government—federal, state, and local—to ban the sale of alcohol, drugs, and other psychoactive substances at motor parks across Nigeria. The lawmakers also called on the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to intensify its efforts…
Defending Champions Spain are through to the final of the Women’s Under 17 world cup after a comprehensive 3-0 win against England in the semi-finals Alba Cerrato returned from suspension to put two-time world champions Spain, who beat England 4-0 in the European Under-17s final in May, in front just before the break. Pau Comendador…
VeryDarkMan has been detained by police for allegedly using their uniform without authorization. According to a friend, the popular figure is set to face charges in court tomorrow. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, which has raised concerns about impersonation and public safety. Further details are expected as the case unfolds.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has warned Nigerians about the illegal sale and distribution of an unregistered brand of condoms in Nigeria. The agency on Thursday said officials from the Post-Marketing Surveillance directorate discovered Foula condoms (packaged in threes) in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, and Zango, Katsina State. It said, “The…
Ohanaeze Youths under the leadership of Igboayaka O. Igboayaka have banned activities of Nomadic scrabe dealers “Akpakara” from entering Southeast States. The group revealed that their decision is to checkmate high level of rape cases in the region. In a Press statement signed by Igboayaka, who was identified as the leader, on Wednesday Oct 31,…
