16 Governors Endorse State Police – NEC
The National Economic Council (NEC) has reported that 16 state governors have endorsed the establishment of state police. The NEC disclosed this on Thursday in a report submitted at its 140th meeting held virtually and chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Atiku Bagudu who briefed State House Correspondents […]
Police celebrate International Day of Happiness, urge Nigerians to be happy
The Nigeria Police Force has encouraged Nigerians to embrace a “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” attitude as they celebrate the International Day of Happiness. Celebrated on March 20th annually, the Force shared a pictorial on its X handle with a caption, “Don’t worry, be happy ☺😁🎉🤸💃🕺“ According to the police, a positive mindset and the ability […]
Iwobi, Nwabali, 9 other Players arrive Super Eagles Camp in Morocco
11 Super Eagles players have arrived camp in Morocco ahead of the international friendly matches against Ghana and Mali. The early arrivals in camp include Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, Stanley Nwabali, Jamilu Collins, and Bruno Onyemaechi. However, several players are out injured, including Victor Osimhen, Gabriel Osho, Tyronne Ebuehi and Taiwo Awoniyi. With 11 players […]
Kanu Alarms Court: Claims Conspiracy to End His Life in DSS Custody
Nnamdi Kanu, the embattled leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has voiced concerns over a perceived plot for his demise while in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS). Speaking before Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court Abuja on Tuesday, Kanu, who was denied bail, alleged mistreatment by […]
Putin: Potential Russia-NATO Conflict will lead to World War Three
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that a direct conflict between Russia and the NATO military alliance would leave the planet one step away from World War Three. Putin stated this in his post-election victory speech when asked to comment on French President Emmanuel Macron’s comments that Western countries could deploy troops to the ground […]
Cable Cut: Internet Services Restored up to 90% of Peak Levels – NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says telecom companies have restored data and voice services up to 90% of the previous peak levels, after it was affected by cuts to undersea cables along the Cote d’Ivoire and Senegal coasts. The NCC disclosed the latest development in a statement issued by its spokesman, Rueben Muoka. “Following the disruption on […]
Nike Unveils Super Eagles 2024/25 Jerseys
Sportswear makers Nike has officially released the 2024 home and away jerseys for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, and several other national teams it sponsors. Nike shared the video of the Super Eagles’ jerseys along with other national teams in a video shared on its Instagram page on Monday. View this post on Instagram […]
‘We are Going to Work with You’, Tinubu says as he Presents APC Flag to Edo Candidate Okpebholo
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, presented the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag to the party’s Edo State governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and his running mate, Hon. Dennis Idahosa. The President presented the flag at a gathering of party stalwarts led by the National Chairman of the APC, Abdullahi Ganduje, held at the Presidential Villa. […]
University Students, Workers, stranded as NASU, SSANU Begin 7-day Warning Strike (PHOTOS)
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU and the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) have finally commenced its 7-day warning strike, leaving many universities stranded. In the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, members of the SSANU blocked the entrance gate of the University of Abuja on Monday, in compliance with the 7-day warning strike. The directive […]
Shops, Motorcycles Destroyed as Fire Guts Sokoto Central Market (PHOTOS)
Over one hundred and eighty shops at the Sokoto State Central Market were destroyed in a fire outbreak that started in the early hours of Monday. Reports say that the fire which started from one of the dumpsites in the market, later spread to the stalls, including motorcycles that were parked nearby. Chairman of the […]