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Importation Of Yam From China To Nigeria Looms - Perm Sec Laments
The Permanent Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD), Ernest Umakihe, has said Nigerians may soon be importing yam for local consumption from China.Umakihe stated this while speaking at a stakeholders workshop on repositioning yam as an export crop, with the ... -
My Work With Super Eagles Is Over - Jose Peseiro Reiterates Losing Interest In Coaching Nigeria
Former Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro rejected insinuations that he could return to coach Nigeria again.Peseiro left the post at the end of February following the expiration of his contract and has now come out to deny reports that he could make an instant return to manage the three-time Afr... -
Shooting Stars v Remo Stars: Nigeria Professional League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Sunday 17th March, 2024 Time : 4:30 pm Stadium Adamasingba Stadium Referee Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Shooting Stars [/size]Coming into this game, Shooting Stars has picked up 11 points from the last 5 games, both home and away. That's 2.2 points per game on average. S... -
Internet Services Disrupted In Nigeria & Sub-Saharan Africa: Repair Expected To Take Five Weeks
In a statement released on Friday, MainOne, a key provider of internet services in Nigeria and several parts of sub-Saharan Africa, announced that the repair of the undersea cable cut, which has significantly impacted internet connectivity, may span up to five weeks.Detailing the extent of the disr... -
"Nigeria Will Experience 3 Days Of Sunshine, Thunderstorms From Today" - NIMET
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast predicting a blend of sunshine and thunderstorms across the country from Saturday to Monday.In its weather outlook released from Abuja on Friday, NiMet projects sunny conditions prevailing over the northern region on Saturday.... -
"How Tinubu And His Colleagues Failed Nigeria In 1999" - Pa Ayo Adebanjo
Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a prominent figure within the pan-Yoruba socio-political organization Afenifere, has raised concerns about the failure of President Bola Tinubu and his fellow governors in the South West to demand a people-centric constitution when Nigeria transitioned to democracy in 1999.During a... -
Young Man, Yimika Owoaje Counts His Blessings After Running From UK Back To Nigeria
A young Nigerian man, Yimika Owoaje who had lived in the UK for three years recounts the doors of opportunities that opened following his return to Nigeria.Despite potential concerns about the unstable dollar rate and electricity issues in Nigeria, Yimika shared in a passionate video why he decided... -
I Want My Daughter To Have Early Marriage: Nigeria Actress Iyabo Ojo Explains
On Wednesday March 13, 2024 during daughter Priscillas 23rd birthday,Actress Iyabo Ojo revealed that she wants Priscila to marry at an early age... “I’m looking forward to Priscilla’s wedding day and having babies. One good thing about her is that she is very hardworking.“I had her when I w... -
My Work With Super Eagles Is Over - Jose Peseiro Reiterates Losing Interest In Coaching Nigeria
Former Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro rejected insinuations that he could return to coach Nigeria again.Peseiro left the post at the end of February following the expiration of his contract and has now come out to deny reports that he could make an instant return to manage the three-time Afr... -
Yemen Rebel Attacks on Red Sea Disrupt Internet, Banking Services in Nigeria
Nigerian banks and internet providers are experiencing disruption in their services as Yemen’s Houthi rebels continue their attacks on the Red Sea.Citing officials, the Associated Press on Thursday reported that “three cables” under the Red Sea were cut as Yemen’s Houthi rebels sustained an... -
"Yoruba, Igbo, Benin Only Three Tribes in Nigeria" – Davido Claims
Afrobeat singer Davido has made an erroneously claim during a recent interview. He claimed that Nigeria has only three tribes, namely Yoruba, Igbo and Benin. Davido, who goofed while hosting popular American content creator Kai Cenat, who is in Nigeria for a documentary, yesterday in Lagos, said: ... -
Remo v Enyimba: Nigeria Professional League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Wednesday 13th March, 2024 Time : 4:00 pm Stadium Remo Star Stadium Referee Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Remo [/size]Remo Stars are four points off the top spot with one outstanding match. A win over Enyimba on Wednesday can take them to second place, pending the results of the ot... -
Court Strikes Out Suit By Northern Groups Seeking To Force Igbos Out Of Nigeria
A suit seeking to compel Igbos to exit Nigeria has been struck out. It was struck out by Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja. The suit was filed by a Coalition of Northern Groups seeking the exit of Igbos in the South East out of Nigeria. The suit by the group of elders and ... -
Emefiele Took Billions Of Dollars From Nigeria’s Foreign Reserve Without Buhari’s Approval
Presidential spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale has made startling allegations against the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, accusing him of depleting the country’s foreign reserve without the consent of former President Muhammadu Buhari.Speaking in an exclusive inter... -
The Feminism Practiced in Nigeria is Witchcraft – Tacha
Natacha Akide aka Tacha, the Big Brother Naija reality TV star, has attacked feminists in Nigeria.She calls Nigerian feminism witchcraft.She mentioned this in her most recent interview, when discussing her struggle with Mummy Zee.Tacha previously spoke about Mummy Zee in an interview on her colleag... -
Food Scarcity: Kano Gov, Abba Yusuf Begs President Bola Tinubu To Reopen Nigeria’s Borders
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has begged President Bola Tinubu to reopen Nigeria's borders. He begged Tinubu to open the borders for importation of food stuff to alleviate the suffering of the Nigerian masses. The appeal was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesp... -
"Nigeria Going Through Challenging Times, Pray For Our Country" – Peter Obi Tells Muslims
Mr Peter Obi of the Labour Party has urged the Muslim faithful to utilize the period of Ramadan to pray for the nation and ask God to lead the country out of the challenging times.Obi, in a post on his X handle on Monday, said Ramadan is more than personal reflection, adding it is a time for unity ... -
African Games 2023: Nigeria Wins Cameroon Again As Oborodudu Others, Claim Six Gold Medals In Wrestling
Nigeria won six gold medals in different categories of female wrestling event at the ongoing 13th African Games on Sunday night.Blessing Oborodudu started the gold medal haul by defeating Blandine Nyeh Ngiri of Cameroon 14-4.Odunayo Adekuroye followed Oborodudu’s footsteps by beating Zineb Hassou... -
Nigeria Singer Ruger Triggers Reactions As He Goes Back To Church, Spotted Drumming
A video of Michael Adebayo Olayinka popularly known as Ruger drumming inside a celestial church has surfaced onlineThe video surfaced this afternoon on social media — X precisely.In the now viral video, the singer is seen wearing a white garment as he played the drums zealously at the church serv... -
Nigeria's Wealthiest Woman, Folorunsho Alakija And Husband, Modupe Alakija Reportedly Separate After 30 Years Of Marriage
In a recent development, Nigeria's wealthiest woman, Folorunsho Alakija, and her husband, Modupe Alakija, have reportedly parted ways after three decades of marriage. According to a report by TheWill, the couple no longer reside together in their matrimonial home located in the upscale Ikoyi a... -
US College Students Raise Money to Send Their Security Guard to Nigeria to See His Family (VID)
It was both emotional and happy moment for a Nigerian security guard identified as James, at an American college who hasnt seen his family for over a decadeThe Nigerian man who has been longing to see his family is going to get the chance to do so — thanks to a group of college students in Rhode ... -
"Only President Tinubu Can Decide Border Reopening" - Nigeria Customs Boss, Adewale Adeniyi
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr Adewale Adeniyi, has asserted that the decision to reopen borders lies solely with President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing the need for consultations and engagements before any action is taken.Speaking during an interactive session with members ... -
Nigeria Ranks 10th On Africa's List Of Unsafe Countries For Women
In a recent global Women Peace and Security Index 2023 report, Nigeria has been placed 10th on the list of Africa's most unsafe countries for women, out of 177 countries surveyed. The index assesses women's inclusion, justice, and security across nations.Topping the list of Africa's ... -
80 Years Old Nigeria Man, Isiaka Ayinde Commits Suicide In Lagos
The Police Command in Lagos State has confirmed the unfortunate death of an 80-year-old man who allegedly committed suicide at Imota area of the state.The Command’s Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident to NAN on Friday.Hundeyin said one Mustapha who was the... -
VIDEO: The Bodies of Late Herbert Wigwe, Wife And Son Arrive Nigeria For Burial This Weekend
The bodies of late Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank, Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and son have arrived in Nigeria for burial.The bodies of the Wigwes arrived at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Rivers State, from the United States America, US, today, FridayWigwe, 57, died in a helicopter ... -
Nigeria's First Lady Remi Tinubu Calls For Capital Punishment on Criminals Who Abduct Children
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on state governors and lawmakers to prescribe capital punishment for kidnapping.While lamenting the abduction of children and women whom she says are the future of the country, Remi Tinubu described the act as heart-rending.Her media aide B... -
"Why I Can Never Say No To Nigeria" -Ex Super Eagle Goalkeeper, Enyeama Says
Vincent Enyeama, a former Nigeria goalkeeper, has admitted he would love to return to the national team set-up if offered the chance.Enyeama is widely regarded as one of the greatest ever goalkeepers to have represented the country.The 41-year-old made 101 appearances for the Super Eagles before hi... -
APC Replies Governor Mutfwang After He Said Ex-President Buhari Sold Nigeria's Future
The ruling All Progressives Congress has said it is not true that former President Muhammadu Buhari sold the future of Nigerians. The party was replying the Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, after he blamed former President Muhammadu Buhari for the current economic challenges and hardship Nig... -
Terrorists, Herdsmen Cause Of Nigeria’s Hardship Says Primate Ayodele
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the head of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has claimed that the current state of economic hardship in Nigeria is as a result of the actions of killer herdsmen and terrorists.Primate Ayodele who spoke on Thursday said if the Federal Government used death penalty as a p... -
'Tinubu Not Qualified To Be President Of Nigeria' -Prophet Odumeje, Says He Will Fight For Justice
Controversial prophet, Chukwuemeka Ohanere, the general overseer of The Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention and Deliverance Ministry, popularly known as Odumeje has stated that Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not qualified to be the president of Nigeria.Odumeje said he is going to the Aso Rock villa to fight ... -
HARDSHIP: 'Nigeria Is Currently Divided' - Reno Omokri, Speaks On Economic Unrest
Reno Omokri, a controversial media figure known for his outrageous opinions, recently took to the X-platform to comment on the present presidency.He said that, given the state of the economy, it was inappropriate for the president to send his children on an international business trip.He continued ... -
Adebayo Adelabu Vows To Revoke DisCos Licenses Over Epileptic Electricity Supply In Nigeria
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has threatened to revoke the licenses of electricity distribution companies over the continued epileptic power supply nationwide.Adelabu disclosed in a statement through his X account on Tuesday after meeting with the Chief Executives of Abuja Electricity Dis... -
Nigeria Singer, Kizz Daniel Finally Reveals The Tribe Of His Wife
Kizz Daniel has disclosed the tribe of his wifeThe singer made this known while humorously conversing with his fans on X today.He shared that his wife is a mix of Igbo and Warri.He wrote, “I’m married to an Igbo/Warri girl. Nothing you won teach Mr wey I never hear.” A female fan then respon... -
Nigeria Singer, Asake Sparks Breakup Rumors With Girlfriend, Madam Mystique
In a recent development, singer Asake has sparked breakup rumours with his girlfriend Madame Mystique.An inquisitive fan had come on social media to share her thoughts on his recent social media use. She expressed how he had been posting some motivational content on his Instagram and Snapchat hinti... -
EFCC Reveals How 70 Percent Of Financial Crimes In Nigeria Are Connected To Banks
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has disclosed that approximately 70 percent of financial crimes in Nigeria are linked to banks.Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the anti-graft agency, revealed this during his address at the 2023 Annual Retreat and General Meeting of the Association... -
National Disgrace - Peter Obi Reacts To Reports Of Ukraine Donating Food To Nigeria
Politician, Peter Obi, says it is a ‘National disgrace’ for war-torn Ukraine to be donating food to Nigeria. Ukraine donated 25,000 tons of wheat to Nigeria, in a move it says will help tackle the emergency food crisis-affecting over 1.3 million people in northeast Nigeria. (Read here)In a stat... -
Stop Politicizing Hunger- Reno Slams Peter Obi Over Comment on Ukraine Food Aid to Nigeria
Reno Omokri has berated Peter Obi for describing reports of Nigeria receiving food aid from war-torn Ukraine as a National disaster. Obi in a post shared today said while it is commendable for Ukraine to give Nigerians food, the gesture shows how Nigeria has become less productive as it has failed ... -
Gombe v Shooting: Nigeria Profesional Football League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Tuesday 5th March, 2024 Time : 5:00 pm Stadium Pantami Stadium Referee Goal Scorer: In the bustling Pantami Township Stadium this coming March 03, the clash between Gombe United and Shooting Stars presents itself as more than just a game; it's a statistical marvel wrapped in ... -
Nigeria President, Tinubu Returns After A Visit To Qatar
President Bola Tinubu is back to Nigeria!He arrived Abuja today after a two-day official visit to the State of Qatar.The presidential jet, NAF 001, that conveyed the President landed at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport around 7pm, concluding his 12th foreign trip si... -
Kaduna Muslims Hold Special Prayer Session Over Economic Hardship In Nigeria
A group of Muslims in Zaria, Kaduna State organized a special prayer session to seek Allah's help over the worsening economic crisis in the nation.The special prayer took place at Mallawa Eid praying ground in Zaria and was attended by both men and women from various parts of the town.During t...
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