Minister of Power Identifies Poor Maintenance and Overloaded Equipment as Causes of National Grid Failures
The Federal Government has identified poor maintenance culture, outdated equipment, and other underlying issues as key factors contributing to the frequent collapses of Nigeria’s national grid in recent months. It was also revealed that blackouts on October 14 and 19, 2024, were caused by high voltage electricity exceeding the capacity of the grid’s equipment. Nafisatu […]
Kaduna Reunites 39 Children with Families, Gifts Cash and Smartphones for a Fresh Start
On Wednesday, 39 children from Kaduna State, who had been previously detained by the Federal Government, were joyfully reunited with their families. The emotional reunion took place in a brief ceremony at the “Children’s Homes” along Katuru Road in Kaduna, where each child received N100,000 and an Itel A18s smartphone from the state government. Dr. […]
Anti-Corruption Education for Kids: Lagos Schools Teach Youngsters the Dangers of Graft
At a primary school in Lagos, students are not only learning math and reading but also being taught about the dangers of corruption in one of the world’s most corruption-ridden countries. In the playground, Nigerian children, around the age of 10, gather to read aloud from Ansa’s Speech, a book that highlights the impacts of […]
Elon Musk’s Wealth Poised to Soar $15 Billion as Tesla Stock Surges After Trump Victory
Elon Musk’s net worth could increase by approximately $15 billion as Tesla’s stock surged after Donald Trump’s recent election victory. In pre-market trading, Tesla shares rose nearly 15% to $289.44, boosting the company’s market value by around $113 billion. If this price holds by the day’s close, Musk, who owns a 12.8% stake in Tesla, […]
Calhanoglu’s Penalty Gives Inter Milan 1-0 Win Over Arsenal in Champions League
Hakan Calhanoglu fired Inter Milan to a 1-0 victory over Arsenal on Wednesday, maintaining their unbeaten start in the Champions League and handing the Gunners their first defeat in the revamped tournament. The Turkey captain scored the decisive penalty in first-half stoppage time, lifting Inter to 10 points at the halfway stage of the new […]
Kamala Harris Calls and Concedes Defeat to Donald Trump
Republican Donald Trump will become the 47th president of the United States after defeating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in Tuesday’s election, marking a remarkable political comeback. Harris, the current vice president, conceded the election to her Republican opponent on Wednesday and addressed the nation, acknowledging the end of her campaign, which fell short of securing […]
NiDCOM Chief Claims UK’s Kemi Badenoch ‘Refuses to Embrace’ Nigerian Heritage
The Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has stated that Nigeria will not pressure Kemi Badenoch, the newly elected leader of the UK’s Conservative Party, to embrace her Nigerian heritage. Dabiri-Erewa, whose office supports the interests of Nigerians abroad, revealed that NiDCOM has reached out to Badenoch multiple times […]
Police Seize Dogs After Security Guard’s Death in Lagos Estate; Owner Arrested
The Lagos State Command has confirmed that it has seized three dogs allegedly responsible for the death of an unidentified security guard at Pinnock Estate in the Ilasan, Lekki area of Lagos. Police also reported that Salisu Mustapha, the owner of the dogs, has been arrested. This information was shared in a statement by SP […]
FIFA President Gianni Infantino Congratulates Donald Trump on Expected Return to U.S. Presidency Ahead of 2026 World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has extended congratulations to Donald Trump on his anticipated return as U.S. President. Trump has claimed victory and appears poised to defeat his Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris. The 2026 World Cup, set to be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will bring the iconic Jules Rimet trophy back […]
Benjamin Mendy Wins Major Part of £11 Million Unpaid Wages Claim Against Manchester City
Benjamin Mendy has won the majority of his £11 million claim against Manchester City FC for unpaid wages after the club stopped his salary following charges of sexual offenses, according to an Employment Tribunal judge’s ruling. The 30-year-old French full-back was suspended by Manchester City in August 2021 after his arrest for multiple sexual offenses, […]