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24/12/2023

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30/09/2023

A major attraction this time is the reintroduction of live games to be streamed on NPFL Live App. In partnership with flagship sponsor, MTN Nigeria as well as GTI Investment Limited, Propel Sports Africa will run live streaming of eight of the 10 matches per weekend.

To stream games on NPFL Live App, viewers will pay N300 for single match, while all eight games for the week cost N1,520 (seven-day validity) and a month pass for all eight games is N4,560 (28-day validity).

For teams in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), another season kicks off this evening, three months and 19 days after the last one ended. Unlike the 2022/23 season, which had the 20 sides …

28/09/2023

According to Managing Director of Chain Reactions Africa, Mr. Israel Jaiye Opayemi, who is also leader of the delegation, the idea is to keep Lagos open for business, entertainment and tourism for 24 hours and seven days. Lagos city, he explained, would be awakened for entertainment and commerce, which is expected to boost employment and spike economic growth in the state as over 1,000 merchants would participate in the event.

Lagos State is set to experience a flurry of activities towards the end of the year that will stamp its authority as the choice tourist destination in December. During the visit of a delegation fro…

28/09/2023

Barça had previously been charged with alleged corruption in sports, corruption in business, false administration and the falsification of commercial documents.

Barcelona has been charged with alleged bribery for payments worth over €7 million, made to companies linked with former vice president of the refereeing committee, José María Enríquez Negreira. Th…

28/09/2023

“Dino Melaye and Habiba (deputy governorship candidate, Hon. Habiba Deen) are saying here we are, send us. I want to advise especially our Local Government Chairmen, you have all become evangelists and Imam to encourage our people to come out and vote. Our people are afraid because APC has sold fear in the minds of the people. I am telling you that as Dino Melaye, I am not afraid of Yahaya Bello or the APC", Senator Dino Melaye said.

The Kogi State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Dino Melaye has promised to retire All Progressives Congress (APC) to what he described as “political obit…

28/09/2023

Kaduna State CAN Chairman, Rev John Joseph Hayab urged Nigerians to pay their taxes in order to hold the government responsible on what they need to do for the citizens, saying: “Those in governance must listen to the yearnings of the people. Nigerians are yearning for something better and want to see progress in all spheres of life".

The Kaduna State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev John Joseph Hayab has noted that at 63, Nigeria has not done well since independence. He said: “At 63, we have not done …

28/09/2023

Vice President Kashim Shettima said: “We cannot renew the hope of the nation unless we deliver on our promise to drive food security and eradicate poverty. We cannot foster economic growth and nurture job creation unless we facilitate access to capital, enhance national security, and optimize the business environment for our enterprises".

Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians that their sacrifices will not be in vain, saying the promises made by the Tinubu administration will be fulfilled. According to a statement by …

28/09/2023

“While we appreciate the role played by the Honourable Minister of Labour and Employment, Barrister Simon Lalong in securing the release of the executives of the National Union of Road Transport Workers from unlawful/illegal police detention, we take exception to the Ministry describing these executives as factional leaders,” NLC said.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said that it does not have any agreement with the government to shelve its planned strike. NLC’s Head of Information and Public Affairs, Benson Upah said this …

28/09/2023

“I believe that the kind of education we should venture into is the type of education that should put food on our table. it’s not when you are taken to the laboratory you won’t be able to analyse some chemicals or do separation technics", Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru said.

The Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru has said his administration is working hard to overhaul the education system in the state. He maintained that the country’s universities and o…

28/09/2023

Governor Godwin Obaseki said: “In good faith, I trust that the public apology as expressed by the Deputy Governor is genuine and followed by contrite steps to improve his conflict resolution skills. I also enjoin the Deputy Governor to guide his proxies to act in accordance with his piety".

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has accepted the public apology made by his deputy, Comrade Philip Shaibu, noting that as a person of faith, he was under obligation to accept the apology…

28/09/2023

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo said: “It is today a known fact that difficult socio-economic and security challenges are global, and Nigeria is not isolated. The government is daily making efforts to confront these varied and numerous challenges with all the might available until respite comes our way".

In commemoration of Nigeria’s 63rd Independence Day anniversary, the Federal Government has declared Monday, 2nd October 2023, as a public holiday. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo,…

28/09/2023

However, the tribunal noted that if the PDP petition had not been dismissed for lack of merit, it would have ordered a supplementary election in 22 polling units within 90 days in the substantive judgement.

The Kaduna State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal on Thursday dismissed the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate in the 2023 election, Isah Ashiru against t…

28/09/2023

Prof. Nicholas Uchechukwu Asogwa recalls: "In my relationship with students and my fellow staff, and in carrying out my official duties, I had always been guided by my background and the circumstances behind my getting to where I am today. I promised myself that I would not disappoint God, my lovely parents, Ohanuka, and Ndoboli. In this regard, I have been doing my best to serve humanity and help in shaping the destinies of those that come in contact with me".

Today is indeed a great day and a momentous occasion in my life, as the University of Nigeria, Nsukka earlier today announced my elevation to the sublime and prestigious rank of Professor. I am dee…

28/09/2023

NDDC spokesman, Pius O. Ughakpoteni said that eligibility is reserved for individuals originating from the Niger Delta region, who possess relevant Bachelor’s Degrees with commendable classifications from recognised institutions. “Prospective candidates are invited to submit their applications online through our official website [www.nddc.gov.ng](http://www.nddc.gov.ng), with the application window closing five weeks from the date of this announcement”, he also said.

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced the commencement of the application process for its 2023/2024 Foreign Post Graduate (Masters) Scholarship Programme. This marks a signifi…

28/09/2023

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said: “Construction of the Red Line is on track and a lot of people cannot wait for its completion and the day they will start using it. But we cannot take safety measures for granted. Everything must be put in place before we can launch it. That is why I have taken time to come out today and push the contractors for the cleaning up, testing and completion. We want to give the best for our citizens; this is the minimum they deserve to get from my government”.

…orders cleanup along corridor, as project races to completion Lagosians may have to exercise more patience, as they anticipate the completion of the 37-kilometre-long Lagos Rail Mass Transit…

28/09/2023

Azu Ishiekwene says: "Of course, schools love to show off their safety records and virtually all would claim low incidence and tolerance of abuse. But even at 99 percent, the one percent of students who may die or be damaged from abuse or bullying is some family’s 100 percent".

In the Bible, Keren-happuch was the youngest of the three beautiful daughters of Job, who against the norms of a patriarchal society, inherited her father’s vast latter-day wealth along with her tw…

28/09/2023

Executive Director (Business Development) at Stanbic IBTC Insurance Limited, T**i Ogungbesan highlighted the various additional benefits for policyholders. These additional benefits include cover for interment, grocery, catering, childcare, and a cashback benefit applicable to payment plans up to age 70. This cashback feature allows policyholders to receive a refund equivalent to 12-month premiums every five years, provided premiums are up-to-date and no claims have been made on the policy.

Stanbic IBTC Insurance Limited, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, has unveiled its latest insurance product, the Sunset Benefit Plan, to help customers celebrate a life well spent and prov…

28/09/2023

“But one hour ago, you said you felt like killing yourself… If you kill yourself, what do you think people will say after you’ve made a video that I was after your life?”, Naira Marley reportedly asked MohBad.

Ace singer, Azeez Adeshina Fashola (popularly known as Naira Marley) has released a video of the last conversation he had with his former record label signee, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji (well known as Mo…

28/09/2023

Christopher Danjuma will be assisted by the trio of Mansur Abdullahi, Effioanwan Ekpo and Yahaya Audu, the NFF said.

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has retained the services of Christopher Danjuma as the head coach of the nation’s U-20 women team, the Falconets. The decision comes after Danjuma and …

28/09/2023

Describing the road as one of the administration’s signature projects, Governor Alex Otti said that he was glad that it had taken off despite initial objections and criticisms.

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has said one of the goals of his administration is to ensure the people have confidence in health facilities in the state instead of travelling abroad. At the reo…

28/09/2023

Air Force spokesman, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet said: “Efforts by the NAF and other security agencies at ensuring that all Nigerians, irrespective of where they reside, are safe and free to conduct their activities without fear or being threatened will continue. While the determination of the security agencies is unwavering, the support of all Nigerians to the security agencies remains critical to defeating these criminal elements whose only intent is to sow fear and division among the citizenry”.

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28/09/2023

“Already, INEC is having a shortfall in the number of ad-hoc staff needed to superintend over the forthcoming elections”, INEC National Commissioner and member Information and Voter Education Committee, Mallam Mohammed Kudu Haruna said.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has raised the alarm that the growing level of violence and insecurity in Imo and Kogi States, is not only “unacceptable, unnecessary and worri…

28/09/2023

According to the Permanent Secretary of Ondo State Ministry of Health, Mrs. Folukemi Aladenola, the state government has ensured that its people have unfettered access to healthcare delivery by increasing access to health facilities through the suspension of registration fees in all government facilities to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal.

A fake drug manufacturer, operating in 13 states in the country, under the name Brother Paul Legacy Foundation, has been arrested by Ondo State Task Force against fake and counterfeit drugs. The ta…

28/09/2023

NALPGAM's National President, Mr Abideen Olatunbosun said: “The government needs to find ways to ensure the stability of gas price as well as make gas available to the common Nigerians. If nothing is done to the increasing in price, gas will soon be a commodity for the few rich in our society".

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) marketers have appealed to the Federal Government to address what it described as the galloping hike in the price of gas, saying the price instability remains a huge c…

28/09/2023

A statement from the Media Office of the Deputy President of the Senate said the commission when established would accelerate the development of the commercial and industrial potentials of the North West geopolitical zone, comprising seven states; Kano, Kaduna, Kebbi, Katsina, Jigawa, Sokoto and Zamfara.

A bill seeking the establishment of the North West Development Commission (NWDC), sponsored by the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin has passed its first reading at the Senate. Titled: North We…

28/09/2023

Other universities that achieve the top ranking in Nigeria include the University of Ilorin, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Afe Babalola University, University of Benin, Federal Univ of Agric, Abeokuta, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Lagos State University, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Obafemi Awolowo University, University of Port Harcourt.

Covenant University, University of Ibadan (UI) and the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) have secured top ranking in Nigeria according to Times Higher Education’s 2024 rating. Analysis…

28/09/2023

The Labour Party representative said: “The common man can hardly feed three times a day with the effect of the subsidy and it will not be good to hide under the guise of sports and things like this to enrich ourselves at the expense of Nigerians.

“For example, the palliatives the National Assembly approved for Nigerians to cushion the effect of the subsidy hardship has not gotten to Nigerians across the country and the only thing we the stakeholders are concerned about now is wanting to host the AFCON".

Nigeria’s failed bid to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) was not a priority for the country, according to the Chairman House of Representatives Committee on Sports, Hon. Ekene Adams Abub…

28/09/2023

Other staple foods which contributed to the food price hike included Garri (1kg), which increased by 33 per cent, from N323.17 to N429.89. 500g of sliced bread also increased from N486.27 to N651.78 (+34 per cent).

Ebonyi and Abia states led as food prices jumped by 31 per cent within in 12 months from July 2022 to July 2023. This is according to an analysis of the ‘Selected Food Price Watch,’ a report publis…

27/09/2023

Bola Bolanwe wonders: "Truth be told, how many of today’s Oba are the rightful occupant of the throne on which they perch? These days, not only politicians but also Oba have godfathers! These days, not only political godsons but also princes eyeing the throne are dragged before shrines to swear oaths of allegiance!"

Generally-speaking, the traditional rulers of today have, in many respects, lost the mystical or spiritual powers associated with their fore-fathers or ancestors. And this is not restricted to trad…