The Carnival Calabar witnessed the victory of the Calas Vegas Band, led by former Culture and Tourism Minister Chief Edem Duke, as the overall winner of the competitive events. Quoting a reveller, “The band, a fresh addition, captivated the crowd with their vibrant performances, stunning costumes, and theatrical artistry.” Their display showcased the allure of Read More…
The governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, is in the process of selecting a highly qualified deputy governor for the new administration, sources close to the governor revealed. Reports suggest that Governor Aiyedatiwa is considering four potential candidates for the deputy governor position in the state’s leadership. This decision follows Aiyedatiwa’s assumption of office as Read More…
Nigeria faces a slight decline in the export of its key crude oil grades in February, projected to average around 657,000 barrels per day (bpd), down from 792,000 bpd in January. This news surfaces amid concerns raised earlier in the month by Nigeria’s oil regulator, which is contemplating the revocation of dormant oil exploration leases Read More…
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has granted an extension on the deadline for penalising companies failing to file annual returns, shifting the date from January 1, 2024, to April 1, 2024. According to Mr. Dominic Inyang, the CAC’s Director of Press, this decision stems from technical challenges encountered on the Company Registration Portal (CRP) and Read More…
A devastating aerial strike targeting a church compound in Ethiopia’s Oromiya region resulted in eight fatalities and five injuries, eyewitnesses and an opposition political party reported. Dismissing these claims, government spokesperson Legesse Tulu labelled the reports of the air strike as “an absolute lie.” The attack occurred at the Baro Full Gospel Church in the Read More…
In a consequential move, the US State of Maine has barred Donald Trump from its 2024 U.S. presidential primary election, making it the second state to do so due to his alleged involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, a Democrat, attributed this decision to Trump’s role in inciting Read More…
London’s football scene witnessed two surprising turns as Arsenal stumbled against West Ham United, suffering a 0-2 defeat at the Emirates, while Tottenham Hotspur faced a 2-4 setback against Brighton & Hove Albion. In a clash for the top spot, Arsenal, aiming to reclaim first place in the Premier League, fell short as West Ham Read More…
Enugu’s Rangers International FC triumphed over visiting Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan with a 2-0 win on Match Day 16 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium. The match marked Rangers’ return to the stadium after its renovation, with Nweke Kalu scoring the opening goal in the 27th Read More…
President Bola Tinubu reiterated his commitment to overhauling Nigeria’s economy and fostering meaningful opportunities for young people during a town hall gathering at the State House in Marina, Lagos. Addressing local leaders, he emphasised the need for a labour-intensive economy that encourages widespread participation. “Our Renewed Hope Administration is steering Nigeria through financial re-engineering,” President Read More…
Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, has thrown his weight behind Fuad Laguda, endorsing him as the ideal successor for the Surulere 1 Federal Constituency in the upcoming re-run election. The endorsement took place during an empowerment programme organised by Gbajabiamila in Lagos, Read More…
