Obasanjo made this known during a discussion with 15 emerging African leaders at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL). Former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has claimed that his refusal to remain “silent” on pressing national and international issues led to his imprisonment under the military dictatorship of the late …
Read More »Banned Nigerian Sprinter, Divine Oduduru Narrates Attempting Suicide Four Times
Oduduru who disclosed this in a post shared on his Facebook page, holds personal bests of 9.86 seconds for the 100 m and 19.73 seconds for the 200 m. Ejowvokoghene Divine Oduduru, a Nigerian sprinter that specialised in the 100-meter and 200-meter dash, has revealed that he attempted to commit …
Read More »Group Urges INEC To Conduct By-Election Into Vacant Seats In Rivers Assembly
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been urged to conduct by-elections to fill the vacant seats created by the defection of 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The 27 lawmakers are loyal to the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike who though continues to say he’s still a …
Read More »NANS breaks silence over planned protest against Super Eagles coach
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has distanced itself from a planned protest against the appointment of Malian tactician Eric Chelle as Super Eagles head coach. The dissociation was announced in a statement signed on Friday by the association’s Senate President, Afeez Akinteye. According to Akinteye, the association’s attention …
Read More »“My heart aches” – Faith Morey evacuates home amid California wildfires
Reality star Faith Morey has shared her heartbreak over the devastating wildfires currently ravaging California, which have left many homeless and destroyed thousands of properties. Grateful for her safety, Morey revealed that she, like many others, had to evacuate her Los Angeles home due to the disaster. She took to …
Read More »Sanwo-Olu swears in LASIEC team, promises transparent elections
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, inaugurated the Chairman and members of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), urging them to uphold the integrity and credibility of the electoral process. Speaking during the ceremony at the Banquet Hall, Lagos House, Ikeja, the Governor emphasised the importance of …
Read More »Governor Eno sacks State Executive Council
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has dissolved the State Executive Council, effective immediately. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Enobong Uwah, in Uyo. According to the statement, former commissioners and special advisers have been …
Read More »Trump sentenced in hush money scandal, but escapes jail
Judge Juan Merchan has sentenced President-elect Donald Trump, to an unconditional discharge in the high-profile hush money case, sparing him jail time, penalties, or probation. Judge Merchan justified the decision, stating, “The only lawful sentence that permits entry of a judgment or conviction without encroaching upon the highest office of …
Read More »British Council Celebrates 80 Years of Partnership with Nigeria, Highlighting Education and Creative Industry Collaboration
The British Council continued the celebration of its 80th anniversary in Nigeria with a commemorative event held on December 9, 2024, at its Abuja office, following the launch event earlier in Lagos. The event brought together stakeholders, partners, and distinguished guests to reflect on eight decades of impactful contributions to Nigeria’s …
Read More »EXPANDING FOOTPRINT – NIGERIA’S FIRSTBANK SETS SIGHTS ON ETHIOPIA, ANGOLA, CAMEROON
Building on its long-standing presence in sub-Saharan Africa, First Bank of Nigeria Limited is gearing up for its next growth phase as financial systems across the continent open up to new opportunities. More than a decade after an acquisition spree that boosted its footprint in sub-Saharan Africa, First Bank …
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