R-L Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, L-R Nigeria Labour Congress protesters The Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has accused the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Joe Ajaero, of blackmailing his government. Uzodimma disclosed this while addressing journalists at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. This is as Uzodimma’s refuted …
Read More »After Over 2 Years In Captivity, Baptist Student Regains Freedom
A student of Bethel Baptist High School in Kaduna State, Treasure Ayuba, has regained freedom after over two years in captivity. Recall that 121 students of the school were abducted when gunmen invaded the school located at Maraban Damishi, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, on July 5, 2021. …
Read More »Leading Architects share success stories on Glo-Sponsored CNN African Voices
African Voices Playmakers, the 30-minute magazine programme sponsored by Globacom on CNN International, will this weekend feature two high profile architects who have successfully created more inclusive places for people to live, work, and play. The guests who will be on the programme include Nigeria-born Tosin Oshinowo and Luyanda Mphalwa, from South Africa. …
Read More »Over N672bn Invested In Real Estate Properties, SUKUK, As Pension Funds Boost Infrastructure Financing
Under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), pension funds have emerged as a formidable force in addressing the infrastructure financing gap in Nigeria, providing essential support for the development of vital projects throughout the country. As pension funds increasingly establish themselves as a viable alternative source of infrastructure funding in Nigeria, …
Read More »‘My Left Hand Is Paralysed’ — Another Sick Nollywood Actor Amaechi Muonagor Seeks Financial Assistance
Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, who is battling paralysis, has asked the public for financial assistance to cover his medical expenses. Muonagor, in a video making the round, said his health problems have rendered him incapable of living a normal life. According to Muonagor, the initial two months of his …
Read More »Army, DSS Arrest Boko Haram Terrorists In Kano, Foil Attack
Joint troops of the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services (DSS) have successfully foiled an imminent attack on Kano by suspected Boko Haram insurgents. The Director, Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, said this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Nwachukwu said the troops of the 3 …
Read More »Stanbic IBTC Partners with Nigerian Breweries/Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust for the 9th Edition of Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition
Stanbic IBTC Bank, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, collaborated with the Nigeria Breweries/Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust for the 9th Edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition Grand Finale. This strategic partnership underscores Stanbic IBTC’s commitment to promoting quality education in Nigeria and recognises the pivotal role teachers play in …
Read More »Beer Sectoral Group (BSG) and Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Launch 2023 edition of the annual “Don’t Drink & Drive” campaign and park rallies.
The Beer Sectoral Group (BSG) of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) launched the 2023 edition of their annual Don’t Drink & Drive campaign on the 1st of November 2023, at the Movenpick Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos. The BSG comprises International Breweries Plc, Guinness …
Read More »NUPENG Suspends Indefinitely 12 Members for Breach of Peace… Drags them to court for prosecution
Information emanating from the National Secretariat of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), the Petroleum Tankers Drivers Branch has slammed an indefinite suspension on some members of the union over their anti-union activities and actions that may lead to breach of peace in the country. …
Read More »Shut your mouth up! Yul Edochie slams Arise TV’s Rufai Oseni
Yul Edochie, a Nollywood actor known for his controversial opinions, has lashed out at Arise TV presenter Rufai Oseni due to his recent interviewing style. The incident in question occurred on Monday when Oseni and Jesutega Onokpasa, an APC chieftain, engaged in a heated argument during a TV show. …
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