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NCAA harmonises coronavirus preventive measures at airports
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced that it would harmonise all preventive measures deployed by port health and other members of the medical teams at the airports in the country. The regulatory authority…
OBASEKI VS OSHIOMHOLE: It’s Time for an Organised Intervention in Edo
The frequent use of improvised Explosive Device to settle political scores in Edo State calls for an organised intervention, writes Adibe Emenyonu The political…
‘We made efforts to prevent it’ — Buhari breaks silence on coronavirus
President Muhammadu Buhari says he is saddened by the case of coronavirus in Nigeria despite the efforts to prevent it. Buhari said this in his first public comment on the disease since it…
There’s nothing anybody can do if I make my son the chief of staff – Akeredolu
Rotimi Akeredolu, governor of Ondo state, says Babajide, his son, worked hard during his campaign and there is nothing anyone can do if he decides to appoint him as his chief of…
Subscriber-base increase pushes MTN Nigeria’s revenue to N1.2trn in 2019
MTN Nigeria says it realised N1.2 trillion from voice call, data and value-added services offered to Nigerians. This is compared to the N1.04 trillion recorded in 2018. In its…
BREAKING: Nollywood actor, Pa Kasumu, is dead
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kayode Odumosu, popularly known as Pa Kasumu is dead. Nollywood actress, Foluke Daramola-Salako, who broke the news on her Instagram page on Sunday, said the actor died after a brief illness.
U.S. to free 5,000 Taliban fighters, lift sanctions on leaders
The U.S. will free up to 5,000 Talibanprisoners and begin to remove economic sanctions on top Taliban leaders under the terms of a deal signed Saturday between the two sides. The Trump…
Defeat from Ruiz taught me valuable lessons – Joshua
World heavyweight unified boxing champion Anthony Joshua recently visited Nigeria and made notable stops in a strong media blitz, he also took time to talk about his decision to return to base, the loss to Ruiz, his reconnection…
Imo: Supreme Court will rule against APC, Uzodinma – Ihedioha’s camp
Ahead of Monday’s hearing at the Supreme Court, the camp of former Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed…
Poll: Who is strongest against Trump? Must-win states and swing voters show Biden holds edge over…
Is Bernie Sanders “electable”? It’s a question that’s been troubling many Democrats, who fear that despite his strong showings in Iowa, New Hampshire and Nevada, the…
Coronavirus: WHO Yet To Sanction Travel, Trade Ban For Nigeria
The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control has said that the World Health Organisation was yet to recommend travel or trade ban as measures against Coronavirus detection in the country. The agency said this in its fourth public…
Drug barons, ‘Yahoo Boys’ investing in Nigerian music industry – Zaaki Azzay
Nigerian musician star, Zaaki Azzay, is recognised as one of the pioneers of Hip-hop music in Nigeria. The Benue State-born singer who began…
I received N252mn from Kwara govt to build a house, but it wasn’t enough – Saraki
A former senate president and Kwara State governor, , has admitted that he got N252 million from the Kwara State Government to build a five-bedroom duplex for himself. The money was not even enough to…
Kunle Soname Joins Super Rich Club
There is too much to be said about money. It is a luxury that affords luxuries, a distinguishing beauty mark that has provoked many an ill-conceived sojourn into deep, dark and dry…
Global trials soon to test potential coronavirus treatment
A U.S. biomedical firm has announced it will begin additional clinical trials of remdesivir, so far the most promising potential drug for coronavirus, with clinical trials involving about 1,000 patients starting in March. In a sign…
R. Kelly files to get racketeering charges tossed out
R. Kelly says he shouldn’t be charged with taking part in a criminal conspiracy because he’s the only one charged in his sex abuse case, his attorney argues in court papers filed on Friday. Kelly’s attorney filed a motion in…
We’ll Seize Private Jets Belonging To Loan Defaulters – CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele
Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has said the private jets belonging to loan defaulters would be seized. Emefiele, who spoke on Saturday during a visit to the…
Early detection of coronavirus case ‘speaks well of Nigeria’s laboratory capacity’ – Expert
Ngozi Erondu, an associate fellow in the global health programme at Chatham House, UK, says Nigeria’s speedy confirmation of the coronavirus case is commendable. Nigeria recorded its first case of the disease on Friday, following…
Coronavirus: WHO issues alert on fraudsters cashing in on epidemic
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that fraudsters are taking advantage of the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) to steal money or sensitive information. Their…
Photos: Senate President graces Emir of Bade’s daughters’ wedding
President of the Senate, Ahmed Lawan, on Saturday attended the wedding Fatiha of two daughters of the Emir of Bade, HRH Abubakar Umar Sulieman. The Emir’s daughters whose hands were given…
Nigeria: Crude oil sales drop over outbreak of coronavirus
Coronavirus disease is taking a toll on the sales of crude as it has dropped drastically due to companies shutdown. The impact is fast telling back home as the sales of Nigeria’s crude oil in the international market has fallen…
Why I prefer Odion Ighalo to Anthony Martial – Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says his side have been lacking the striker’s instinct that Odion Ighalo has provided since moving to Old Trafford. The Nigerian opened his account for the club in a 5-0 win against…
No virus will affect my church members – Pastor Adeboye
Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has spoken about the entrance of Coronavirus in Nigeria. The highly revered Pastor’s comment about the virus was contained in a video…
AP declares Biden winner in South Carolina
The Associated Press has declared former US Vice-President Joe Biden the winner of the South Carolina Democratic primary. AP called the state for Biden shortly after polls closed at 7 p.m.…