The Federal Government of Nigeria, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has expressed condolences to the families of victims affected by the recent spate of attacks in Plateau State, ordering immediate humanitarian aid for the affected communities. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, condemned the killings in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Read More…
Year: 2023
Ondo mourns the demise of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu
The passing of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has sparked mourning across the nation. Aged 67, Governor Akeredolu succumbed to complications arising from prostate cancer while receiving medical treatment in Germany. His demise, announced in the early hours of Wednesday, December 27, has left a profound void in the hearts of many. President Bola Read More…
FCCPC slaps $110 million fine on British American Tobacco Nigeria
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) imposed a hefty fine of $110 million on British American Tobacco (BAT) Nigeria and affiliated companies for breaching multiple provisions of the FCCP Act and other related regulations, the commission confirmed in a statement released in Abuja. The FCCPC revealed that the penalties were the result of Read More…
Russia warns Japan over planned supply of Patriot missiles to Ukraine
Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova issued a stark warning on Wednesday, cautioning Japan about the potential “grave consequences” in Russia-Japan relations following Japan’s decision to provide Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine. Zakharova highlighted the escalating tensions between Moscow and Tokyo, exacerbated since Russia’s military intervention in Ukraine in February 2022. Japan, in line Read More…
Premier League drama: Controversial handball call dominates Everton vs. Man City clash, Chelsea and Wolves secure wins
Everton manager Sean Dyche criticised the handball rules after Everton’s 3-1 Premier League defeat by Manchester City, labelling the penalty decision as “bizarre” and a “farce.” The contentious call saw Amadou Onana concede a penalty after a ball struck his arm during City’s clash with Everton, with Julian Alvarez converting the spot-kick. “The handball laws Read More…
GoTv Boxing Night 30: Spectacular fights and music entertain fans in Lagos
Boxing enthusiasts who gathered at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, for the 2023 GoTv Boxing Night 30 were treated to an unforgettable experience on Tuesday night. Beyond the intense boxing matches, the crowd relished in captivating musical performances by Nigeria’s music stars, Nice, Teni, and Nasboi. The singers’ melodies resonated through the arena, engaging the audience Read More…
Davido’s electrifying performance highlights Flytime Fest 2023, Asake closes festival with a bang
Flytime Fest 2023, which also featured the Grammy Award-winning Wizkid, witnessed a mesmerizing performance by superstar Davido, setting the night ablaze with a string of hits and surprise appearances by BMW, Peruzzi, and Morravey. From Davido’s iconic tracks like “Aye” and “Dami Duro” to recent chart-toppers from the Grammy-nominated “Timeless” album, the crowd was treated Read More…
Former House Speaker Ghali Na’Abba passes away in Abuja
Former House Speaker Ghali Na’Abba, born on September 27, 1958, passed away in Abuja on Wednesday morning, as confirmed by family sources. Na’Abba, who served as the 8th Speaker of the House of Representatives, had been battling illness for an extended period before his demise. Reportedly, Na’Abba struggled with health issues for an extended period, Read More…
Nigerian villages ravaged in suspected herder attack, Tinubu calls for action
Grace Godwin, a mother-of-three, witnessed terror unfold on Christmas Eve as gunmen menaced nearby villages. Her husband’s urgent warning led them to seek refuge in the bush, narrowly escaping a harrowing attack. Suspected nomadic herders reportedly wreaked havoc across 15 villages in Plateau state, leaving at least 140 dead in a brutal onslaught with firearms Read More…
CBN assures Nigerian bank customers amid takeover rumours
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed the safety of funds held in Nigerian banks, quelling concerns among depositors and customers. Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, the Acting Director of the CBN’s Corporate Communications Department, addressed apprehensions following reports hinting at potential takeovers of certain financial institutions under CBN supervision. Sidi-Ali clarified that the assurance stemmed Read More…