Outgoing UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Friday apologised to the public after his Conservatives were beaten by Labour in the UK general election, and said he would step down as party leader. The 44-year-old former financier gambled on going to the polls six months before he had to, hoping that better economic data would…
The Rivers State House of Assembly led by Victor Oko-Jumbo has said it will challenge Thursday’s decision of the Appeal Court on the assembly crisis. The Court of Appeal, Abuja had nullified the expulsion of Martin Amaewhule and 24 others from the Rivers State House of Assembly by the Rivers State High Court. But the…
Two villages, Ayati and Borikyo in Ukum Local Government Area in Benue state have been attacked by suspected armed militias killing six people and many more injured According to report the armed militia invaded the community on Wednesday afternoon, killing residents indiscriminately and burning public properties, including the Ukum Local Government Secretariat. Many residents fled…
Ahead of football event at this year’s Olympic games, Super Falcons head coach, Randy Waldrum, is positive of a good outing despite his team been drawn in a tough group. Nigeria have been drawn in Group C with Brazil,former world champions Japan, and reigning world champions Spain. Waldrum unveiled his squad for the women’s football…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed sanctions on the President of the Cameroon Football Association, Samuel Eto’o, for violation of ethics. Disclosing this in a statement on Thursday, CAF said Eto’o was facing “charges of alleged manipulation of football matches and violating the principles of ethics and integrity.” The body slammed a $200,000…
The European Union has awarded postgraduate scholarships to 142 young Nigerians for the 2024-25 academic session under its prestigious Erasmus+ program. This marks the sixth consecutive year that Nigeria has led in Africa as the top recipient of these scholarships, also ranking among the top five globally. Announced by the program organizers in Brussels, the…
Following the outbreak of Cholera across the country, the Federal Government has commenced measures to combat the epidemic by tackling the root causes. At the inauguration of the committee at the Presidential Villa Abuja, Vice President Kashim Shettima reiterated the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to end open defecation by 2025. He…
Nigerian songwriter Simi has released her latest album, “Lost and Found”, a 14-track masterpiece that showcases her remarkable vocal talent and artistic growth. “Lost and Found” which also featured artists like Asa, Lojay, Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey, and Ladipoe explores themes of self-discovery, love, and women empowerment. The album has already generated significant buzz, with…
Manchester City have signed former Arsenal striker Vivianne Miedema on a free transfer. The 27-year-old, who is the all-time leading goalscorer in the Women’s Super League, left the Gunners at the end of June after her contract expired. Arsenal decided against offering Miedema a new deal, despite her scoring 125 goals in 172 appearances for…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended 10 private jet operators over failure to commence the recertification process. A statement signed by NCAA’s Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, said the suspension was rooted in its Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations 2023 Part 18.3.4 which forbids holders of Permit for Non-Commercial Flights (PNCF)…
