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ICYMI: Cristiano Ronaldo makes history, becomes first player to score 900 goals
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first men’s player in history to score 900 goals in official matches, reaching his latest milestone in Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Croatia in Lisbon on Thursday. Ronaldo secured the historic goal with a volley from 6 yards off a cross from Nuno Mendes to […]
LG poll: Kaduna electoral commission releases screening timetable
The Kaduna State Independent Electoral Commission has presented a timetable for the screening exercise for councillors and chairmanship candidates ahead of the local government election slated for October 19, 2024. This is contained in a timetable signed by Mrs Hajara Mohammed, Chairman of the Commission, issued in Kaduna on Friday. […]
Cyriel Dessers has bid Feyenoord farewell, saying he might return to the club someday despite their failure to sign him permanently.
Cyriel Dessers has bid Feyenoord farewell, saying he might return to the club someday despite their failure to sign him permanently. The 27-year-old was on a season loan at Feyenoord, where he scored 20 goals and recorded six assists in 44 games for the Dutch club. Genk also confirmed that Dessers would be returning to the club after Feyenoord officially informed them that they would not be exercising the purchase […]
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mohammed Bello, on Thursday said anyone who requests bail for arrested criminals only to release them back into the society should be apprehended.
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mohammed Bello, on Thursday said anyone who requests bail for arrested criminals only to release them back into the society should be apprehended. This is as he lamented the overflowing capacity of the three major correctional facilities serving the FCT. Bello made the call when fielding questions from journalists at the 40th session of the State House Ministerial Briefing organised by the Presidential Communications […]
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday granted permission to the detained Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari to file more evidence against a suit by the Federal Government seeking to extradite him to the United States of America for trial on criminal charges.
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday granted permission to the detained Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari to file more evidence against a suit by the Federal Government seeking to extradite him to the United States of America for trial on criminal charges. Justice Inyang Ekwo granted the request of Kyari made through his lead counsel, Nureni Jimoh, in a motion on notice. Jimoh while arguing the motion […]
Suspended Accountant-General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris has been released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission after he was arrested for his alleged involvement in a N174 billion fraud.
Suspended Accountant-General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris has been released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission after he was arrested for his alleged involvement in a N174 billion fraud. It was gathered that Idris was released on bail from the custody of the anti-graft agency on Wednesday night in Abuja and has since been reunited with his family. EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, confirmed this to our correspondent on Thursday. […]
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed happiness over the appointment of Bishop Peter Okpaleke of Ekwulobia Diocese of Anambra State, as a Cardinal in the Catholic Church by Pope Francis.
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed happiness over the appointment of Bishop Peter Okpaleke of Ekwulobia Diocese of Anambra State, as a Cardinal in the Catholic Church by Pope Francis. In a statement signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, Buhari commended the Pope for finding a capable Nigerian in the person of Bishop Okpaleke to be one of the two nominees from the African continent. […]
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has dissolved the State Executive Council.
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has dissolved the State Executive Council. The dissolution takes effect from Tuesday, May 24, 2022. According to a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, the Chief of Staff to the Governor and Senior Special Assistants have also been relieved of their offices. The Governor commended the members of Rivers State Executive Council for “their service and contribution to the development of the State” […]
President Muhammadu Buhari says the Federal Government would continue to provide the Nigerian Air Force all the necessary logistic support it needs to fulfil its mandate.
President Muhammadu Buhari says the Federal Government would continue to provide the Nigerian Air Force all the necessary logistic support it needs to fulfil its mandate. President Buhari stated this while officially declaring open the Nigerian Air Force week in Kano State. He said his administration will also prioritise the welfare of the Air Force officers in a bid to boost their morale for better service delivery. Meanwhile, Wife of […]
French giants Paris Saint-Germain are said to be considering a move for Napoli Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as a replacement for Kylian Mbappe should the Frenchman leave for Real Madrid in the summer.
French giants Paris Saint-Germain are said to be considering a move for Napoli Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as a replacement for Kylian Mbappe should the Frenchman leave for Real Madrid in the summer. Osimhen has become one of the most sought-after strikers in Europe, with Premier League sides Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Newcastle United all rumoured to be interested in his services in the summer. According to recent reports, […]
Canadian singer Justin Bieber has revealed how he suffered a ‘little bit of an emotional breakdown’ after he got married to Hailey Baldwin.
Canadian singer Justin Bieber has revealed how he suffered a ‘little bit of an emotional breakdown’ after he got married to Hailey Baldwin. The 28-year-old singer said this as he opened up about his struggle during a recent interview with Apple Music’s Ebro Darden. According to Bieber, in 2014, when he got married to Baldwin, he had an “emotional breakdown,” as his marriage did not solve the problems that he […]
Nigerian Nollywood actor David Osagie, popularly known as Sir David, has been reported dead.
Nigerian Nollywood actor David Osagie, popularly known as Sir David, has been reported dead. He was said to have died hours after filming on a movie set. The actor was known for playing the role of a king in many movies. Nollywood actress, Ngozi Ezehwho, who confirmed his death on Wednesday, said the actor was not sick but slept and did not wake up the following day. Another Nollywood actress, […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria in recent data has indicated that debt owed to Nigerian banks by operators in the power sector rose by 12.83 per cent in one year
The Central Bank of Nigeria in recent data has indicated that debt owed to Nigerian banks by operators in the power sector rose by 12.83 per cent in one year to N861.14bn in December 2021 amid the lingering problems plaguing the sector since it was privatised over eight years ago. It was earlier reported in July 2020 that the core investors in the distribution companies were looking to restructure the […]
Nigeria’s external reserves fell slightly by $196m in eight days to $39.62bn as of April 28, according to figures obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria.
Nigeria’s external reserves fell slightly by $196m in eight days to $39.62bn as of April 28, according to figures obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria. The CBN revealed that the reserves, which had earlier gained $243.83m in 19 days from $39.54bn as of April 1, 2022 and rose to $39.78bn as of April 19, 2022, returned to a downward path. The external reserves fell by $313m in March, after […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have grilled some aides to the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN for allegedly selling presidential pardon.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have grilled some aides to the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN for allegedly selling presidential pardon. Recall that President Muhammadu Buhari had pardoned about 159 convicts, including a former Governor of Plateau State, Joshua Dariye, and former Governor Jolly Nyame of Taraba State, who are both in prison for diverting billions of naira of public funds. The decision was reached during […]
Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has formally declared his intention to contest for president in 2023 on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress.
Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has formally declared his intention to contest for president in 2023 on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress. Governor Fayemi made the declaration on Wednesday in Abuja, promising to ensure youth empowerment and create employment opportunities if elected as president. He also pledged to “retool the Armed Forces and security agencies,” adding that he will ensure decentralisation for the government to be […]
The Federal Government on Wednesday said it was set to roll out the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme 2.0 in all the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
The Federal Government on Wednesday said it was set to roll out the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme 2.0 in all the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. It stated that under the programme, 98,000 Nigerian farmers and small business owners would get between N50,000 and N300,000 interest-free loans. This implies that the government will give out over N5bn as loans under the scheme. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, […]
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has so far paid a total of $3.68bn out of the $4.689bn cash call debt to five international oil companies that are its joint venture partners.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has so far paid a total of $3.68bn out of the $4.689bn cash call debt to five international oil companies that are its joint venture partners. The latest data obtained from the oil firm on Wednesday on the cash call arrears repayment showed that while the NNPC had completed the repayments to Mobil Producing Nigeria and Chevron Nigeria Limited, it was still owing three […]
The Nigeria Customs Service has said that there are no plans for duty reduction on imported vehicles.
The Nigeria Customs Service has said that there are no plans for duty reduction on imported vehicles. There are speculations that the service has reviewed the tariff on imported used vehicles from 35 to 20 per cent. According to the news, the duty rate is applicable on the Common External Tariff trade portal under HS Code 8703. However, clearing agents have insisted that the Customs must make an official statement […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria has imposed an N800m fine on three Deposit Money Banks in the country for violating regulations barring customers from transacting in cryptocurrencies.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has imposed an N800m fine on three Deposit Money Banks in the country for violating regulations barring customers from transacting in cryptocurrencies. According to a Bloomberg report released on Wednesday, the three banks are Access Bank Plc, Stanbic IBTC, and the United Bank for Africa Plc. The report noted that the penalties were part of efforts by the apex bank to ensure that banks implement […]
Chelsea’s four prospective new owners have an April 11 deadline to submit their final bids to buy the Blues.
Chelsea’s four prospective new owners have an April 11 deadline to submit their final bids to buy the Blues. The Raine Group, the New York merchant bank in charge of the sale, has set that deadline for final bids to keep Chelsea on course to have new owners by May. Chelsea’s remaining suitors will have the chance to table improved offers to buy the Stamford Bridge club, with commitments required […]
Super Eagles coach, Austin Eguavoen has expressed confidence in his team
Super Eagles coach, Austin Eguavoen has expressed confidence in his team to break down the resolute defending of the Blacks Stars led by Leicester City’s Daniel Amartey, when both teams clash in the second leg of their Qatar 2022 World Cup play-off on Tuesday. Amartey was outstanding for the Black Stars in the first leg of the tie at the Baba Yara Stadium last Friday shackling the Eagles attack line […]