US Government Condemns Military Breach In Sierra Leone, Affirms Support For Democracy
The United States government has condemned the military breach and unrest in the West African country of Sierra Leone, while pledging its support for democracy and peace. The US Embassy in Sierra Leone made the…
Wike, Fubara Feud Continues To Put Rivers On Edge
Oil-rich Rivers State has not been immune to political crisis since the return of democracy in 1999. However, the recent crisis between former governor of the state and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory,…
Multiple bank charges amid rising inflation worry Nigerians
Nigerians who have already resorted to desperate measures to cushion the effects of difficult socio-economic conditions, are increasingly worried about…
Homeowners deploy scavengers to sites as FHA continues demolition
I don’t believe exercise targets certain group, says Eze Amid frustrations triggered by their demolished buildings, home…
Victim laments kidnappers’ reign along Lagos-Ibadan expressway, seeks intervention
After spending three days at kidnappers’ den, Mr. Bamipe Ojediran has lamented the continuous operation of a dire devil…
Former England manager Terry Venables dies aged 80
Former England, Tottenham Hotspur and Barcelona manager, Terry Venables has died at the age of 80 following a long illness.…
Israel vows to restart fighting in Gaza after hostages return
The Chief of General Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, Herzi Halevi, announced on Sunday that once the hostages covered by the current deal are safely returned to Israel, the country will resume the fighting in Gaza.…
AGRO SOLUTIONS: Kalahari Red Buck In Botswana Sold N7.2m
The Kalahari Red sire ‘Sta Soft’ (777-20-051), bred and sold by Bushra Stud in Botswana, recently fetched a record price of R165,000 (BWP120,000) about N7.2 million at the annual Trifecta Elite Sale held at the National…
Gov Fintiri Covers N10 Million Surgical Bill For Indigent Citizens
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has paid a total of N10 million as medical bills for some patients, including Lailatu Shuaibu Bello from Jada and Suwane Boniface from Numan, who underwent successful benign…
Hamas Fighters Confirm Death Of Brigade Commander, Three Other Leaders In Israeli Offensives
Hamas’ military wing has confirmed that the Commander of its northern brigade, Ahmed Al-Ghandour, and three other senior leaders were killed during Israel’s offensive against the Islamist movement. The Ezzedine…
Sierra Leone Declares Nationwide Curfew After Attack On Armoury
A military armoury in Sierra Leone's capital Freetown came under attack on Sunday, the government announced, as it imposed an…
Dangote, BUA’s destructive trade war
Yes, it is a season of claims and counter-claims. Yet, the cost of living is hitting the roof. Hunger is pelting the bellies of both the righteous and the infidel. Living life is almost becoming rocket science.…
Joshua second-richest active boxer in world
In the realm of boxing, the roar of the crowds and the knockout punches often translate into multi-million dollar paychecks, propelling fighters into the upper echelons of wealth. Standing tall among the world’s wealthiest…
Dilapidated Power Plants, Erratic Supply Stunt Nigeria’s Economy
Erratic electricity supply and frequent power cuts are partly responsible for the sluggish growth of Nigeria’s economy, Daily Trust on Sunday can report. Despite boasting of 28 private and government-owned power…
Aliko Dangote confirms refinery startup in December, says 350,000 bpd is first target
Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote confirmed his refinery startup in December 2023, saying that 350,000 barrels per day is the first target of the refinery. He said this to the Financial Times (FT) in a…
Kano stable as NNPP, APC shelve proposed protests
Normalcy returned to Kano on Saturday after planned protests by the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and All Progressives Congress (APC) did not hold. Kano residents were seen moving freely and transacting their…
Election judgments: Stop disparaging judiciary – AGF warns politicians
Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagemi (SAN) has cautioned Nigerians and politicians against disparaging the judiciary as a result of the outcome of election petition…
Jitters in CBN over redeployment of eight directors
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), eight directors have been redeployed to the Financial Sector Surveillance (FSS) Department in the Maitama office. The decision has…
Ondo crisis: How Tinubu blocked moves to oust Akeredolu
•Aiyedatiwa to remain dep gov, sign undertaking •Terms of settlement The over six months political logjam in Ondo State appears to have been resolved by President Bola Tinubu who intervened in the matter at…
Landlords will forfeit homes without toilets – Ogun commissioner
Ogun State Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, tells BLESSING AKINLABI how the government is addressing environmental challenges, including open defecation and…
Fresh recapitalisation: Bank CEOs, others in merger, acquisition talks
Indications emerged on Saturday that the chief executive officers and other top executives of Deposit Money Banks had begun moves to raise fresh capital to bolster…
Tinubu’s ‘tireless’ efforts to transform Nigeria’s economy yielding results – SGF Akume
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, says only a robust collaboration between the public and private sectors can stimulate research and development in Nigeria. According to Mr…
How Michael Jordan became the wealthiest athlete ever with $3-billion Charlotte Hornets sale
The greatest basketball player of all time has always been a matter of debate among basketball lovers about whether Michael Jordan is the best to ever play the game. His…
FG partners Portland Gas to construct CNG conversion sites in Nigeria
The Federal Government is partnering with Portland Gas to construct CNG conversion sites in the country. At the Portland Gas Green Park’s groundbreaking ceremony earlier this week, Farouk Ahmed, the Chief…