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Police to arraign 65 Lagos partygoers Monday
The police will on Monday (tomorrow), arraign 65 partygoers for violating the lockdown order in the state to curb the spread of coronavirus. This was disclosed to our correspondent by the state…
175 staff test positive for COVID-19 in US prison
A massive wave of coronavirus infections is blasting through the world’s largest prison population in the United States even as officials begin opening up…
You’re part of Obasanjo’s short-sighted government – APC replies Atiku:
The All Progressives Congress has welcomed opinions expressed by former Vice-President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, suggesting measures to be adopted by the government of President Muhammadu Buhari to diversify Nigeria’s…
With COVID-19, you’re on your own
Sometime in 2019, I got a text message from Mallam Abba Kyari, the late chief of staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, who was on a visit to the UK. It was very short: “Simon, I’ll be in London this afternoon. If you have the time,…
‘Eggs, chicken for sale’ — Poultry farmers turn to social media amid glut
lockdown imposed by federal and state governments to control the spread of the coronavirus has created a supply glut in the poultry products market. This is similar to the happenings in the global crude oil market where movement…
As Biden fends off sexual assault charge, National Archives says it has no relevant records
The National Archives said Friday it has no record of any files from a congressional office that might contain evidence of a sexual misconduct complaint against Joe Biden from 27…
COVID-19: FCT confirms 52 new cases
The Federal Capital Territory Administration has confirmed fifty-two new cases of coronavirus. The confirmation was made by FCTA in a tweet via its Twitter account on Sunday. The tweet…
Risky business: 16 health workers infected with COVID-19 in Borno
The Borno Government said no fewer than 16 health workers have been infected with COVID-19 since the outbreak of the disease in the state. The state’s Commissioner for Health, Dr Salisu Kwayabura, made this…
Arsenal can’t keep Aubameyang, says Adams
Arsenal legend Tony Adams believes that the club face losing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang during the summer transfer window and claims that their current transfer policy will prevent them from…
The facts about Senate’s approval of Buhari’s N850bn loan request
My brother, Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President, once observed that those who believe do not need further explanation,…
Nollywood actress receives N1million alert from unknown fan
Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus reveals on Instagram that she’s been getting alerts since some leaked chats left her account number public. She wrote that she has recently got a million Naira from…
Lockdown: Group says Sarkin Hausawa of Lagos best example of leader
The Arewa United Political Forum (AUPF), led by Alhaji Mohammed Dandama, has described the Sarkin Hausawa of Lagos, Alhaji Aminu Yaro Dogara, as a “superstar of the Arewa community in…
Four-year-old tests positive for Coronavirus in Bauchi
Dr Rilwanu Mohammed, Executive Chairman, Bauchi State Primary HealthCare Development Agency (BASPHCDA) on Saturday said that a four-year-old child tested positive for…
Lille receive £75m bid for Osimhen
An unnamed club has lodged a £75m bid for Lille striker and Liverpool and Man United target Victor Osimhen, according to reports. Osimhen has attracted interest throughout Europe after…
Dangote donates mobile testing centre to Kano
Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, has donated a mobile testing centre with the capacity to test 400 people for COVID-19 daily, to the Kano State Government. According to…
Weightlifting: Game of Thrones’ actor breaks world record
Icelandic actor and strongman, Hafthor Bjornsson, has set a world record for the deadlift on Saturday when he lifted 1,104 pounds (501kg) at Thor’s Power Gym in Iceland. Bjornsson, who played the role of Ser Gregor “The…
Joe Biden’s accuser walks back sexual assault allegation
Tara Reade, the former U.S. Senate staffer who alleged Joe Biden sexually assaulted her 27 years ago, has changed her story. In an interview with AP, she now claimed she filed a…
Davido announces collaboration with Nicki Minaj
Award-winning Afro-pop singer, David Adeleke also known as Davido has revealed new music collaboration with American rapper, Nicki Minaj. Davido shared the news via a tweet,…
‘No resumption of schools in Lagos for now’
The Lagos State Ministry of Education has denied social media reports regarding a new set of guidelines for schools resumption in the state. The Ministry, through its Public…
‘I infected four people with COVID-19’ – El-Rufai
Governor Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State who announced his recovery from COVID-19 last Wednesday has said that he infected four people with the virus during his own period of infection. Like…
Tyson serious about comeback at 53
The one-time ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ is back! – At the age of 53, ‘Iron’ Mike Tyson is out to prove he can still cut it in the ring after all these years. Judging by a now-viral clip…
Buhari sacks NEMA DG, appoints replacement
President Muhammadu Buhari has sacked the Director General, National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, Engr. Mustapha Maihaja and appointed a replacement. The new NEMA Director…
Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway makes $50b loss in Q1
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. reported a record $49.75 billion first-quarter net loss on Saturday at the annual general meeting. The loss reflected huge unrealised losses on…
BREAKING: First-class emir dies in Kano
Tafida Abubakar Ila, emir of Rano, has died one day after he was admitted to the hospital over an unknown ailment. Faithu Bichi, his media aide confirmed this to TheCable, saying he died…