Trump pardons convicted bank robber Jon Ponder amid RNC convention
U.S. President Donald Trump has pardoned a convicted bank robber, Jon Ponder, who is now running a post-prison assistance programme. A pre-recorded video of Trump signing an executive order…
We’ll hold Fani-Kayode responsible if any harm befalls our reporter – Daily Trust
The management of Media Trust Limited, publishers of Daily Trust, has kicked against the verbal assault Femi Fani-Kayode launched on its reporter. TheCable had reported how …
‘Nigeria has spent $17b on Polio eradication’
The global campaign to eradicate Wild Polio Virus (WPV) cost $17billion, the Chairman of the Nigeria National Polioplus Committee of Rotary International Dr Tunji Funsho said…
World’s largest pension fund loses $165b in worst quarter
The world’s biggest pension fund posted a record loss in the first three months in the year after the coronavirus pandemic sparked a global market rout in the period, The Economic…
Chloroquine kills Coronavirus in early stage, says NAFDAC DG
DIRECTOR-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye on Tuesday stated that pieces of evidence from reliable…
Buhari approves tax deferment for meters
To make electricity metres affordable for Nigerians, President Muhammadu Buhari has approved a one-year deferment of the 35 percent import adjustment tax imposed on Fully…
CBN asks banks to submit names of exporters who don’t repatriate export proceeds
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed banks to provide the submit the names, addresses and bank verification numbers (BVN) of exporters that have defaulted in repatriating their…
Messi wants quick Barcelona exit
LIONEL Messi has reportedly told Barcelona that he wants to leave the club immediately – and on a free transfer. The Argentinian, who according to RAC1 radio had told new…
Chinese loans: Row grows in House over investigation
THE row generated in the House of Representatives following the probe of the Chinese loans taken by the Federal Government for infrastructure development has deepened. Many House…
We reject offensive part of CAMA on churches – PFN tells Buhari
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, has rejected the offensive part of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, which gives a supervising minister power to sack the board of trustees of…
Fani-Kayode’s attack on journalist disgraceful – NUJ
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has condemned the alleged verbal assault on the Cross River Correspondent of Daily Trust Newspaper, Mr Charles Eyo, by a former Minister of Aviation, Mr Femi…
Presidency’s move to control Amotekun is arrant nonsense – Adebanjo
Elder statesman, Chief Ayo Adebanjo on Tuesday attacked the presidency for saying that the Inspector General of Police would determine the structure of Southwest regional…
Hope rises as Nigeria’s COVID-19 cases drop drastically
Nigeria’s COVID-19 caseload slumped again on Tuesday for the second time in a week to give the nation hope of flattening the curve. On Tuesday, the nation recorded 252 new cases,…
I sneaked out after Fani-Kayode sent aide to threaten me, says Daily Trust reporter
Eyo Charles, a journalist with Daily Trust newspaper, has narrated his side of the events that transpired during a recent interview session with Femi Fani-Kayode, a former minister of…
BREAKING: WHO certifies Africa Polio free
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has certified Africa region free of the Wild Polio Virus. “African Region is officially declared free of wild polio! Congratulations to all countries, partners & health workers,” WHO tweeted…
UNILAG Council ratifies Ogunsola as Ag. VC
The Governing Council of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has ratified Prof. Folasade Ogunsola as Acting Vice-Chancellor. Her appointment was ratified during a virtual…
UEFA approves fans for Bayern, Sevilla Super Cup clash
Europe’s football governing body UEFA has confirmed fans will be allowed for next month’s Super Cup clash between Bayern Munich and Sevilla. It however said only 30 percent of fans will…
LeBron James to recruit poll workers for November election
A group of athletes led by NBA star LeBron James will roll out a multimillion-dollar programme to recruit poll workers in heavily Black electoral districts for U.S. November election. A person familiar with the plans said on Monday.…
UNILAG: Buhari Appoints John Momoh, Channels TV Founder, As Governing Council Acting Chairman
The Federal Government has appointed the Chairman and CEO of Channels TV, John Momoh, as acting chairman of the governing council of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka. It would be recalled that the Federal Government last…
Pastor Adeboye reacts to CAMA 2020
General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has reacted to the Companies and Allied Matters Act, CAMA, recently signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari.…
Paraguay nightmare of Ronaldinho ends, flies to Rio de Janeiro today
Brazil soccer legend, Ronaldinho, along with his brother was released from house arrest in Paraguay on Monday after nearly six months in custody for using a fake passport. Media reports said…
Hangover Cure Successfully Tested on Drunk Subjects in Finland
A group of Finnish researchers believe they’ve discovered what people have spent centuries searching for: a cure for hangovers. A dose of 1,200 milligrams of amino acid L-cysteine was found to reduce alcohol-related nausea and…
AMCON seizes Jabfal Enterprises’ assets over N440m debt
Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has taken over assets belonging to Joshua Abiodun Faleye, the chief promoter of Jabfal Enterprises Limited over N440 million debt. The…
Factors that will shape Ondo poll
Preparations for the October 10 governorship election in Ondo State are gradually taking shape. It is going to be another face-off between the two Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN)…