Yearly Archives: 2024

Borno South Senator, Ali Ndume on Tuesday rejected a new office allocated to him by the Senate Service Committee.

Ndume said the new office does not reflect his seniority and posture as a high ranking senator. The lawmaker’s decision was disclosed in a letter signed by his Chief Confidential…

Continue ReadingBorno South Senator, Ali Ndume on Tuesday rejected a new office allocated to him by the Senate Service Committee.

Convener of the Yoruba Nation movement, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has criticized the upcoming nationwide protests planned for August 1, 2024, asserting that the demonstrations are driven by political motives aimed at destabilizing Nigeria.

In a statement yesterday, Igboho defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent reforms, attributing the protests to resistance against the bold policy measures. Igboho praised Tinubu for his ambitious reforms since…

Continue ReadingConvener of the Yoruba Nation movement, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has criticized the upcoming nationwide protests planned for August 1, 2024, asserting that the demonstrations are driven by political motives aimed at destabilizing Nigeria.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has confirmed the grounding of Arik Air (W3, Lagos) aircraft based on a Federal Supreme Court order regarding a $2.5 million debt the airline owes to Atlas Petroleum International, the country’s largest privately owned petroleum exploration and production company.

“Based on the order of court over debt issues, their aircraft have been grounded,” Michael Achimugu, NCAA director for consumer protection and public affairs announced. The authority stated it was…

Continue ReadingThe Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has confirmed the grounding of Arik Air (W3, Lagos) aircraft based on a Federal Supreme Court order regarding a $2.5 million debt the airline owes to Atlas Petroleum International, the country’s largest privately owned petroleum exploration and production company.

Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose has identified the practice of multiple marriages and indiscriminate childbearing in Northern Nigeria as a significant contributor to the country’s population crisis.

Fayose made the disclosure in an interview on Channels TV. He said the trend poses a substantial burden on the government and exacerbates the sufferings of millions of Nigerians. Mr…

Continue ReadingFormer Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose has identified the practice of multiple marriages and indiscriminate childbearing in Northern Nigeria as a significant contributor to the country’s population crisis.

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe says he has not had contact with the Football Association over the England manager’s job.

Howe is among those linked with the vacancy after Gareth Southgate stepped down on 16 July. "Absolutely no contact whatsoever from anybody, and I'm fully committed to Newcastle," said Howe…

Continue ReadingNewcastle United boss Eddie Howe says he has not had contact with the Football Association over the England manager’s job.

Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez says he will make a decision about his future at the club after the Paris 2024 Games.

Alvarez, 24, is due to make his third start for Argentina at the Olympics when they face Ukraine on Tuesday in Lyon. In March 2023, Alvarez signed a one-year contract…

Continue ReadingManchester City forward Julian Alvarez says he will make a decision about his future at the club after the Paris 2024 Games.

Hosts France will play Argentina in the Olympic men’s football quarter-finals after progressing to the last eight by beating New Zealand to top Group A.

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta got the opening goal for a dominant France who registered an impressive 34 shots to New Zealand's nine. Mateta gave them a 19th-minute lead and…

Continue ReadingHosts France will play Argentina in the Olympic men’s football quarter-finals after progressing to the last eight by beating New Zealand to top Group A.