The President of the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF), Uyi Akpata, has assured stakeholders in the sport that the country is ready to host the International Cricket Council (ICC) U-19 Men’s World Cup African Qualifier, which will hold in Lagos from March 26 to April 6, 2025. The tournament will bring together six of Africa’s most […]

Nigerian international Suleman Shaibu, a goalkeeper who plies his trade with TP Mazembe, has been in the news recently because of his goal-scoring skills despite being behind the sticks. Shaibu, a 22-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper, has also become a striker for the club with his goal-scoring skills after the club was banned by FIFA from signing […]

Beijing on Tuesday said media outlets facing the axe by US President Donald Trump had a “notorious” history of reporting on China, as Cambodia’s autocratic former leader hailed the move for “combating fake news”. Trump signed an order last week freezing Voice of America, Radio Free Asia, Radio Free Europe and other outlets as part […]

Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has threatened to shut down all West African Examinations Council (WAEC) offices nationwide over alleged violation of the nation’s labour laws and continued victimization of workers. Issuing a seven-day ultimatum, beginning from yesterday, the union directed members to mobilize for nationwide industrial action and commence a […]

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reminded Nigerians of the importance of sustainable development, and preservation of oceans and marine resources.He noted that the blue economy represents a vast and untapped potential for economic growth, innovation and environmental conservation, which encompasses a wide range of activities, from fisheries and agriculture to marine tourism and renewable energy. […]

The Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern states and Abuja has vowed to focus on its mandate rather than engaging in unnecessary exchanges with critics. The PUNCH online reports that only recently, a crisis engulfed the association over tenure elongation. At the center of the crisis is the tenure of Rev. Yakubu Pam, […]

Leaders of the House of Representatives on Monday donated a cheque of N705 million to President Bola Tinubu to support his programme for Nigeria’s vulnerable population. The cheque was presented by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajuddeen Abass, who led a delegation to observe Itfar with the President. According to Abass, the donation […]

The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has responded to recent allegations aired on national television regarding the administration of expatriate quotas in Nigeria’s oil sector. The minister emphasized that he is taking these allegations seriously and has implemented proactive measures to address the concerns raised. Previously, the ministry announced a review of the approving […]

Nigeria and Brazil, yesterday, signed the commercial phase of the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Project (GIP) to boost agriculture and enhance private sector investment in Nigeria. Also, the giant of Africa and Cuba made a bold move towards strengthening diplomatic and economic ties, with a renewed focus on healthcare, education and trade. According to the […]

President Donald Trump has announced that ex-President Joe Biden’s adult children will no longer receive US Secret Service protection. Trump stated this in a Truth Social post, remarking that Hunter Biden has received Secret Service protection for an “extended period of time.” “There are as many as 18 people on this Detail, which is ridiculous!” […]

The University of Calabar says it has developed a 25-year plan to strengthen its workforce and curriculum. Vice Chancellor of the institution, Prof Florence Obi, disclosed this on Tuesday in Calabar, during an interaction with media. The media interaction is part of activities lined up for the 50th anniversary of the institution and the 37th […]

Thousands of people in central Ukraine were left without electricity on Tuesday following a countrywide Russian attack involving more than 130 drones that damaged critical infrastructure. Kyiv and Moscow have recently escalated cross-border drone and missile attacks despite a US-led proposal for a 30-day ceasefire to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The governor of the Zaporizhzhia […]