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![Foreign Affairs Minister Debunks Nigeria Apologising To Libya Over Super Eagles’ Detention]()
Foreign Affairs Minister Debunks Nigeria Apologising To Libya Over Super Eagles’ Detention
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has firmly denied claims that the country issued an apology to Libya over the recent detention of the Super Eagles in Benghazi. The clarification comes after The Libya Observer inaccurately reported that Nigeria had apologized for the incident.... -
![World Bank Want Nigeria’s Hardship To Continue For 15 Years Says Shehu Sani]()
World Bank Want Nigeria’s Hardship To Continue For 15 Years Says Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani has reacted to calls by the World Bank for Nigeria to sustain its recent economic policies for the next 15 years. Reacting, Sani accused the World Bank of intending to extend Nigeria's hardship for another 15 years before reaching the promised land. Po... -
![Davido's Father Set To Launch Biggest Power Plant In Nigeria]()
Davido's Father Set To Launch Biggest Power Plant In Nigeria
Superstar Nigerian-American musician, Davido's father, Adedeji Adeleke has revealed that his new power plant will be operational in January 2025.Speaking as a Layperson from the West-Central Africa Division during the Seventh Day Adventist General Conference Annual Council on Tuesday, October ... -
![Kano Senator, Kawu Sumaila Accuses Politicians of Fueling Drug Abuse in Nigeria]()
Kano Senator, Kawu Sumaila Accuses Politicians of Fueling Drug Abuse in Nigeria
Senator Kawu Sumaila, representing Kano South, recently accused politicians of contributing to the rising issue of drug abuse in Nigeria. His comments were made during a plenary session on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, while discussing a bill sponsored by Senator Rufai Hanga of Kano Central. The bill,... -
![VIDEO: "Ghana Has Shown Me More Love Than Nigeria" – Singer, Oxlade Reveals]()
VIDEO: "Ghana Has Shown Me More Love Than Nigeria" – Singer, Oxlade Reveals
Nigerian Afrobeat musician, Oxlade has claimed that he receives more love from Ghana than his home country.Oxlade made known speaking on his decision to feature Sarkodie, Ghanaian hip-hop legend on his debut album, “Oxlade from Africa.”During his latest interview, the singer clarified his earli... -
![Danjuma Launches Own Airport, Hotel As Nigeria Govt Hands Over Kashimbila Power Dam To Firm]()
Danjuma Launches Own Airport, Hotel As Nigeria Govt Hands Over Kashimbila Power Dam To Firm
The federal government has formally handed over the Kashimbila Dam to KP Hydro Limited, a private firm belonging to former Minister of Defence, Theophilus Danjuma.The handing over took place at the Dam site in Kashimbila, Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State, on Saturday. The former minister... -
!["Serving As A Governor In Nigeria Today Is Challenging" - Soludo Laments]()
"Serving As A Governor In Nigeria Today Is Challenging" - Soludo Laments
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has emphasized that serving as a governor in Nigeria today is fraught with challenges, particularly regarding the management of local government funds.Speaking at a news conference on Tuesday, Soludo sought to clarify the recently introduced State Economic ... -
![Senate Asks Libya To Apologise To Nigeria Over Inhumane Treatment Meted Out On Super Eagle]()
Senate Asks Libya To Apologise To Nigeria Over Inhumane Treatment Meted Out On Super Eagle
The Senate, on Tuesday, asked Libya to apologise to the Nigerian Government over the inhuman treatment meted out to the Super Eagles when they arrived in the country for the second leg of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match.This was after the President of the Senate, Senator God... -
![UPDATE: Super Eagles Land In Nigeria After Libya Nightmare]()
UPDATE: Super Eagles Land In Nigeria After Libya Nightmare
Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, have safely returned home after their harrowing experience in Libya.The team arrived in Nigeria on Monday after boycotting their matchday 4 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Mediterranean Knights of Libya. They boycotted the mat... -
![We Faced Difficulties Too in Nigeria -Libyan FA Reacts To Claims of Treating Super Eagles Badly]()
We Faced Difficulties Too in Nigeria -Libyan FA Reacts To Claims of Treating Super Eagles Badly
The Libyan Football Association has reacted to the mistreatment of Nigeria’s Super Eagles and their delegates during their arrival in Libya.Nigerian delegation, en route to Benghazi for the crucial match against Libya scheduled for Tuesday, encountered unexpected difficulties when their chartered... -
![Super Eagles Set to Return to Nigeria As They Boycott 2nd-leg Qualifier Match Against Libya]()
Super Eagles Set to Return to Nigeria As They Boycott 2nd-leg Qualifier Match Against Libya
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong revealed that the Nigerian squad is boycotting their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya, scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024. The team had been stranded at Al Abraq International Airport in Libya for over 16 hours after their flight, ori... -
![God Didn’t Create Nigeria to Struggle - Ex Pres. Obasanjo Says Amidst Current Hardship]()
God Didn’t Create Nigeria to Struggle - Ex Pres. Obasanjo Says Amidst Current Hardship
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed his belief that Nigeria's current economic hardships are not part of God's plan for the country, emphasizing the nation's vast natural resources and potential for prosperity. Obasanjo made these remarks during the 40th anniversary cele... -
![VeryDarkMan Raises Over ₦21 Million In 24 Hours To Revolutionize Nigeria’s Public Education]()
VeryDarkMan Raises Over ₦21 Million In 24 Hours To Revolutionize Nigeria’s Public Education
Nigerian activist and social commentator VeryDarkMan has made headlines after announcing that he has raised a remarkable ₦21,620,780 within just 24 hours of launching his new non-governmental organization (NGO). The announcement was made in a video that has gone viral on social media platforms, s... -
![NDLEA Seizes N22.74 Billion in Opioids Across Three Prominent Seaports In Nigeria]()
NDLEA Seizes N22.74 Billion in Opioids Across Three Prominent Seaports In Nigeria
In a significant operation, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has confiscated a substantial quantity of opioids valued at approximately N22.74 billion from three prominent seaports in Nigeria.On Sunday, NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi disclosed that agents successfully intercepted 3... -
![Nigeria Fails In Bid To Join UN Human Rights Council, Secures Only 3 Votes]()
Nigeria Fails In Bid To Join UN Human Rights Council, Secures Only 3 Votes
Nigeria's attempt to secure a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council has been decisively rejected, with the country receiving only three votes in the election. In contrast, neighboring Ghana and Burundi were successfully elected with 179 and 168 votes, respectively.Malawi, securing 18... -
![Omoyele Sowore Calls Out Nigerian Immigration For Harassing & Stopping Him From Leaving Nigeria (VID)]()
Omoyele Sowore Calls Out Nigerian Immigration For Harassing & Stopping Him From Leaving Nigeria (VID)
The 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has accused the Nigerian Immigration Service of harassing him at the airport.Sowore accused Immigration of attempting to prevent him from leaving Nigeria because his name is on their watchlist.He disclosed this in ... -
!["I Believe Tinubu Will Fix Nigeria" - Actor Yul Edochie Amid Economic Crises]()
"I Believe Tinubu Will Fix Nigeria" - Actor Yul Edochie Amid Economic Crises
Amid the recent hike in the fuel price in Nigeria and economic crises, Nigerian actor Yul Edochie has taken to social media to encourage Nigerians that all would be well.On October 11, 2024, the actor posted his encouraging message to Instagram, alongside a picture of him in his well-known dress wi... -
![Nigeria Customs Auctions Seized Petrol at N630 Per Litre]()
Nigeria Customs Auctions Seized Petrol at N630 Per Litre
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has auctioned Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, that was seized by its operatives in Yola, Adamawa State. This was disclosed by the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, during a press briefing. Adeniyi was represented by Deput... -
![JUST IN: Nigeria Defeat Libya To Maintain Lead In AFCON Qualifiers]()
JUST IN: Nigeria Defeat Libya To Maintain Lead In AFCON Qualifiers
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Cup Group D qualifier between Nigeria and Libya needed a late goal from substitute Fisayo Dele-Bashiru. The Eagles had laboured for almost all the match but could not find a way past the Libyan defence and goalkeeper Murad Al Wuheeshi.The win keeps Nigeria top of Grou... -
![Our Generation Has Failed Nigeria Says Bauchi Ex-Governor, Mohammed Abubakar]()
Our Generation Has Failed Nigeria Says Bauchi Ex-Governor, Mohammed Abubakar
A former governor of Bauchi State, Mohammed Abubakar has lamented that his generation has failed Nigerians. This is as he called on Nigerian youths to rise up and take up the responsibility for salvaging the country. Mohammed, who spoke on Tuesday at the First Bauchi SDGs Youth Summit 2024, declare... -
![Atiku Calls President Tinubu 'TPain' Following Hardship, Fuel Subsidy Crisis in Nigeria]()
Atiku Calls President Tinubu 'TPain' Following Hardship, Fuel Subsidy Crisis in Nigeria
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s handling of the fuel subsidy crisis, referring to him as “TPain” in a tweet on Thursday.Atiku attributed the current economic challenges facing Nigeria to what he described as the “haphazard and disingenuous approac... -
![Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu Donates N1 Billion To Revive OAU’s Horticultural Landscape]()
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu Donates N1 Billion To Revive OAU’s Horticultural Landscape
First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has pledged a donation of N1 billion to Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, aimed at revitalising and restoring the institution’s aesthetic appeal.During the commissioning of a 2.7-kilometre road and the unveiling of a grand pavilion, both projects funde... -
![Rep Members Move To End Food Smuggling, Insecurity In Nigeria]()
Rep Members Move To End Food Smuggling, Insecurity In Nigeria
The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to, as a matter of urgency, implement the Exports (Prohibition) Act, 2004 to curb food smuggling and food insecurity in Nigeria.The House also urged the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security to provide more incentives for far... -
!['Nigeria Is Finished' – Ugochinyere Cries Out Over Rivers Crisis]()
'Nigeria Is Finished' – Ugochinyere Cries Out Over Rivers Crisis
A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere has lamented over the crisis rocking Rivers state. Speaking on Monday, he suggested that the country is finished. Ugochinyere stated that supporters of a serving Minister in President Bola Tinubu’s government were alleged to be bus... -
![Nigeria Civil Service Boss, Didi Walson-Jack Reintroduces Civil Service Anthem]()
Nigeria Civil Service Boss, Didi Walson-Jack Reintroduces Civil Service Anthem
Didi Walson-Jack, the Head of Civil Service in Nigeria, has reintroduced the Civil Service Anthem as part of an initiative aimed at inspiring and reforming the Federal Civil Service. This move is in line with President Bola Tinubu’s "Renewed Hope Agenda," which seeks to bring about posi... -
![Canadian Woman Arrested By NDLEA Reveals Why She Trafficked Drugs to Nigeria]()
Canadian Woman Arrested By NDLEA Reveals Why She Trafficked Drugs to Nigeria
Arrested 41-year-old Canadian woman, Adrienne Munju, has said she trafficked drug to Nigeria so that she could pay for her MScShe was arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, for importing a large consignment of ... -
!["Public, Private Sector Synergy Way To Overcome Nigeria’s Economic Woes" – VP, Shettima]()
"Public, Private Sector Synergy Way To Overcome Nigeria’s Economic Woes" – VP, Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated Federal Government’s commitment to fostering partnerships with the private sector, stressing that it is a means of driving Nigeria’s economic growth and industrialisation.According to him, the private sector is critical in driving the industrialisat... -
![VIDEO; Nigeria Still Existing Is A Sign Of Miracle Says Pastor Adeboye]()
VIDEO; Nigeria Still Existing Is A Sign Of Miracle Says Pastor Adeboye
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye has revealed that Nigeria still in existence today is a sign of miracle. He stated this in a video clip recorded in one of the church programmes. According to him, this means that God is answering prayers of Nigerian... -
![Inflation: CBN Gov. Cardoso Explains Why CBN Raised Nigeria’s Interest Rate]()
Inflation: CBN Gov. Cardoso Explains Why CBN Raised Nigeria’s Interest Rate
Olayemi Cardoso, the Central Bank of Nigeria Governor has said the Monetary Policy Committee raised the country’s interest to 27.25 percent to curb inflation.This is according to a press statement from the apex bank on Sunday.He described the decision to raise interest rates as a necessary move t... -
![Happie Boys Seek New Security Jobs After Return To Nigeria (Video)]()
Happie Boys Seek New Security Jobs After Return To Nigeria (Video)
\Former security guards Mathew Precious Kelechi and Amakor Johnson, popularly known as the Happie Boys, have reportedly applied for new security positions following their return to Nigeria after a turbulent period abroad.The duo gained notoriety in 2022 after being dismissed from their roles as sec... -
![Gilead Sciences To Provide Affordable HIV Prevention Drug in Nigeria & 119 Countries]()
Gilead Sciences To Provide Affordable HIV Prevention Drug in Nigeria & 119 Countries
Gilead Sciences has announced a significant initiative aimed at enhancing access to its innovative HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, by offering affordable versions in 120 low- and middle-income countries. This groundbreaking medication, which requires administration as a twice-yearly injection, ha... -
![Chelsea v Nottingham Forest: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Chelsea v Nottingham Forest: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Sunday 6th October, 2024 Time : 2:00 pm Stadium Stamford Bridge Referee Chris Kavanagh (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] Chelsea [/size]Enzo Maresca does not have any new roster issues hampering his preparations ahead of his side’s latest fixture. T... -
![Aston Villa v Manchester United: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Aston Villa v Manchester United: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Sunday 6th October, 2024 Time : 2:00 pm Stadium Villa Park Referee Robert Jones (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] Aston Villa [/size]Unai Emery has new injury concerns hampering his preparations ahead of his side’s latest fixture. The Aston Villa ma... -
![Brighton v Tottenham: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Brighton v Tottenham: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Sunday 6th October, 2024 Time : 4:30 pm Stadium The American Express Community Stadium Referee David Coote (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] Brighton [/size]As for Brighton, Hurzeler delivered a mixed fitness update on Friday morning, confirming that ... -
![Manchester City v Fulham: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Manchester City v Fulham: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 5th October, 2024 Time : 3:00 pm Stadium Etihad Stadium Referee Peter Bankes (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] Manchester City [/size]Man City will be without Rodri (ACL) for the rest of the season, while Oscar Bobb (leg fracture), Nathan Ake... -
![US, UK Want To Destroy Our Bond With Nigeria, Russia Reacts To Flag Saga During Protest]()
US, UK Want To Destroy Our Bond With Nigeria, Russia Reacts To Flag Saga During Protest
The Russian government has accused the United States, Britain, and Ukraine of trying to destroy its relationship with Nigeria by linking it to the recent nationwide hunger protests in the West African country.In August, Nigerians in several states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) trooped to ... -
!['Petrol Pump Price May Rise Further In Nigeria' – Marketers Raises Alarm]()
'Petrol Pump Price May Rise Further In Nigeria' – Marketers Raises Alarm
More problems loom for Nigerians as Nigerian oil marketers have hinted that there may be a fresh Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) price hike amid escalating tensions between Israel, Iran and other parties.The President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association, PETROAN, Billy Gillis-... -
![Arsenal v Southampton: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Arsenal v Southampton: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 5th October, 2024 Time : 3:00 pm Stadium Emirates Stadium Referee Tony Harrington (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] Arsenal [/size]Arteta's full-back crisis is showing no signs of easing anytime soon, as Oleksandr Zinchenko (calf) and Ki... -
![Crystal Palace v Liverpool: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Crystal Palace v Liverpool: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 5th October, 2024 Time : 12:30 pm Stadium Selhurst Park Referee Simon Hooper (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] Crystal Palace [/size]As for hosts Palace, Chadi Riad (knee), Christopher Richards (thigh) and Cheick Doucoure (toe) are all in the... -
![VIDEO; "Feels Good To Be Home" – Rosy Meurer Says As She Returns To Nigeria]()
VIDEO; "Feels Good To Be Home" – Rosy Meurer Says As She Returns To Nigeria
Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer has expressed joy after returning to Nigeria with her children following months of vacation abroad. She took to her Instagram page to share photos of her travel and return. She wrote, “Feels good to be home. shoniyi1 wrote, “Iyawo rere lode oko.. gbayi..we thank u...
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