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UN Humanitarian Coordinator urges sustained support for humanitarian crisis in Nigeria

United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Matthias Schmale, emphasised the imperative need for continuous backing to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in northeast Nigeria. Speaking at a news conference in New York, Schmale stressed, “We are part of the global trend in Nigeria of increasing humanitarian needs, with funding not holding up to Read More…

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Former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter, advocate for mental health and humanitarian causes, dies at 96

Former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter, revered for her tireless advocacy in mental health causes, passed away at the age of 96 at her home in Plains, Georgia. President Jimmy Carter, who referred to her as “an extension of myself,” announced her death, stating that she passed away surrounded by her family after entering hospice Read More…

Football Sports

3SC clinches top spot in NPFL, Gombe United secures vital win

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan soared to joint leadership in the 2023–2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after a 1-0 triumph over Kano Pillars Football Club. Substitute Kareem Ayinde secured the win with a goal in the 55th minute, propelling 3SC to 17 points in their ninth fixture. Despite their stellar performance, 3SC’s Read More…

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4,068 inmates freed nationwide to ease congestion in Nigeria’s prisons

Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, announced the release of 4,068 inmates from correctional centres across the country, emphasising the aim to ease congestion and foster humane conditions for rehabilitation. During a visit to the Kuje Medium Correctional Centre, where 37 inmates were released, the minister highlighted the plight of those unable to pay fines Read More…

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Super Eagles struggle to secure second consecutive draw against Zimbabwe in World Cup qualifiers

The Super Eagles managed to secure a second successive draw, grappling to maintain a 1-1 stalemate against Zimbabwe’s Warriors in Rwanda. The clash unfolded at the Huye Stadium in Butare, marking a pivotal matchday 2 Group C confrontation in their 10-match journey to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After the earlier 1-1 struggle Read More…

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Suicide in Lagos: Men urged to break silence

The Lagos State Government emphasised the need for men to break the culture of silence and speak up to combat suicidal tendencies, as highlighted during an event commemorating the 2023 International Men’s Day in Ikeja. Addressing the theme “Zero Male Suicide,” Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Read More…

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Entertainment Week Lagos: Uniting global entertainment in Africa’s creative hub

Deola Art Alade, the Co-Founder and CEO of Livespot360, announced the anticipated return of Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL) from December 13 to December 20, 2023, in Lagos. “Our aim is to convene a community of 15,000 entertainment enthusiasts during this December’s Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL),” Alade stated, highlighting the event’s vision to bring together industry Read More…

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Bendel Insurance FC holds Kwara United to a 2-2 draw in NPFL clash

Bendel Insurance FC and Kwara United FC clashed in a tension-filled match, ending in a 2-2 draw at Benin’s Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) on Saturday. Sadeeq Yusuf struck early for Kwara United in the 15th minute, breaking through Insurance’s defence to secure the opener, setting the tone for an Read More…

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Nigeria reflects on dog meat consumption amid South Korea’s bold move to ban practice

In Nigeria, discussions about dog meat consumption spark varied opinions and debates, reflecting a cultural tradition in some regions, particularly the southeastern parts. Despite differing views on this practice, questions loom over its prevalence and societal impact. Amidst this discourse, South Korea has taken a monumental step towards ending the centuries-old tradition of consuming dog Read More…

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Like A Bandit In The Night!

“Now concerning the times and the seasons, brothers and sisters, you do not need to have anything written to you. For you yourselves know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. When they say, ‘There is peace and security’, then sudden destruction will come upon them, as labour pains Read More…