In the wake of a horrific crime that has shocked the nation, some Indian junior doctors continued their strike on Sunday, demanding swift justice for a colleague who was raped and murdered in Kolkata. Despite a major doctors’ association officially ending its strike, the demand for action has only intensified, with street protests erupting across Read More…
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Haaland shines in 100th appearance as Manchester City outclass Chelsea in season opener
Erling Haaland marked his 100th appearance for Manchester City in style, netting his 91st goal to help the champions secure a spirited 2-0 victory over Chelsea as they launched their Premier League title defence on Sunday. “Three points, a perfect start,” Haaland told Sky Sports after the match. The Norwegian striker, fed by Bernardo Silva, Read More…
Yucateco Boxing League Poised to Forge Olympic Champions for Nigeria – Imadu
In a bold declaration of intent, Omonlei Imadu, the driving force behind the Yucateco Boxing League, has assured that the league will produce medal-winning boxers for Nigeria at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. “Mark my words, this league will produce world and Olympic champions for Nigeria,” Imadu confidently stated in an interview with the News Read More…
Lagos State Environmental Corps head gifts N1 Million to distressed woman
The head of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps, retired Maj. Olaniyi Cole, has donated N1 million to Miss Chinwedu Okafor to prevent her from committing suicide after the demolition of her shop. On Tuesday, in his Oshodi office, Cole presented the cheque to the 31-year-old businesswoman from Anambra. He explained that he was following Read More…
Lagos State Government to receive 5,000 vehicles for Lagride initiative
In a significant boost to the Lagos Ride (Lagride) initiative, the Lagos State Government is set to receive 5,000 brand new vehicles for its taxi scheme over the next few months. This announcement was made during a partnership signing ceremony between Ibile Holdings, the investment arm of the Lagos State Government, and Chinese automobile company Read More…
Trump chooses J.D. Vance as running mate amid national convention
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has selected Ohio U.S. Senator J.D. Vance as his vice-presidential running mate. This announcement was made as the Republican Party officially nominated Trump to run for the White House at the start of the party’s national convention in Milwaukee. “As Vice President, J.D. will continue to fight for our Constitution, Read More…
UAE lifts visa ban on Nigerian passport holders
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that Nigerian passport holders can now obtain visas for travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), starting today, July 15, 2024. This follows an agreement reached between the governments of Nigeria and the UAE. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the announcement on his official Read More…
Cakasa Ebenezer Foundation inducts 75 pupils into road safety clubs in Lagos
In a bid to foster road safety awareness among young minds, the Cakasa Ebenezer Foundation (CEF), under the auspices of Unit 70 Cakasa Special Marshal RS 2.16 Ikeja Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), inducted 75 pupils from three primary schools in Lagos State into the Cakasa Road Safety Clubs on Thursday. The Read More…
Argentina wins record 16th Copa America
Argentina secured their 16th Copa America title with a 1-0 victory over Colombia at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. The match, played on Sunday, was decided by an extra-time goal from substitute Lautaro Martinez. The game had a delayed start due to thousands of fans without tickets trying to enter the stadium. It remained Read More…