Abia State government has expressed strong reservation about the flagrant abuse of the appellations “His Royal Majesty,” and “His Royal Highness” by some Ezeogos in various autonomous communities in the state even when they are not government recognised traditional rulers. A statement signed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Uzor Nwachukwu, said…
Botafogo created history by winning the first Copa Libertadores in their 123-year history with an incredible victory over Brazilian rivals Atletico Mineiro. The River Plate Stadium in Argentina was stunned just 30 seconds into the final when Botafogo midfielder Gregore was sent off for a high kick to the head of Fausto Vera. After having…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has ordered an investigation into the boat mishap in Kogi State. Scores of persons were feared dead in the accident that happened on Friday. In response, the IGP “directed the Force Marine Officer to lead a comprehensive investigation into the cause of the mishap,” Force spokesman Olumuyiwa…
Former Head of State Yakubu Gowon has recalled how he pleaded with the late Sani Abacha to spare the life of Olusegun Obasanjo. The Abacha regime arrested Obasanjo in 1995 owing to an alleged coup plot. However, the former president was released after Abacha’s death in 1998. The following year, Obasanjo became Nigeria’s president, elected…
Manchester City’s duo of Rodri and Erling Haaland are the sole nominees from the Premier League in the best male player category at the 2024 Fifa Best Awards. The pair have been recognised after City became the first team in English top-flight history to win four league titles in a row. Real Madrid and England…
Leicester City have appointed former PSV Eindhoven boss Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager. The Dutchman replaces Steve Cooper, who was sacked last weekend after just 12 Premier League matches in charge of the Foxes. He has signed a contract until June 2027 at the King Power Stadium. Van Nistelrooy’s appointment comes two weeks…
States yet to implement the N70,000 minimum wage for workers are making last-minute moves to ensure the Nigeria Labour Congress does not embark on strike on Monday, December 1 The states yet to approve the monthly wage are Katsina, Cross River and Zamfara, after the Imo State Government sanctioned the implementation of the N70,000 wage…
Aggrieved Protesters on Thursday stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly to express their opposition to the imposition of a traditional ruler in the Ajah area of the state. The protesters, comprising members of the Ajah community, argued that the Obaship of Ajah was still pending in court and that the Lagos State Government should…
Residents of Ikwuano Local Government Area in Abia State on Thursday held a peaceful protest demanding the completion of the long-delayed reconstruction of the Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene Road, a critical route connecting Abia, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River states. The project, awarded to Heartland Construction Company over five years ago, remains unfinished, with protesters highlighting the…
The Federal Government has announced the approval of a licence for the construction of a new refinery. The approval given to a company named Process Design and Development Limited is to establish and construct a new 27,000 barrels per day refinery. It said the facility will be located in Dole-Wure, Akko area of Gombe State….
