BREAKING: CAF awards Nigeria three points and three goals, fines Libya $50,000
The continental body has levied a 50,000 USD fine on the Libyan Football Federation (LFF). The announcement, shared through the CAF Media Channel, outlined the following details: The Libya Football Federation was found to have breached Article 31 of the African Cup of Nations Regulations and Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code. […]
Student Dies After 164 Strokes of Cane
Allegations have surfaced regarding an incident at Obada Grammar School in Imeko Afon Local Government Area of Ogun State, involving a student, Monday Ariyo. According to reports, Ariyo was allegedly asked to perform 162 frog jumps and received 24 lashes with a cane as punishment for breaking a dustbin. The incident was shared by activist […]
President Tinubu Meets Former VP Atiku Abubakar at Abuja Mosque
President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met on Friday at the National Mosque in Abuja during the wedding of Senator Danjuma Goje’s daughter and Jummah prayer. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga shared a photo of the encounter, describing Atiku as an “old friend” of President Tinubu.
Asari Dokubo Accuses Yorubas of Betrayal, Vows Align with Northern Group to Vote Out Tinubu
Asari Dokubo, a prominent figure in the Niger Delta region, has publicly denounced the Yoruba people for allegedly betraying the Ijaws and Niger Deltans. This accusation comes despite the region’s support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 elections. In a viral video, Dokubo apologized to former Rivers State Governor Melford Okilo and other regional […]
Kogi State Gets Approval from FG to Build International Airport
The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has approved the construction of an international airport in Zariagi, Kogi State. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s administration is driving this project forward. Commissioner for Information and Communications Kingsley Fanwo announced that the approval was confirmed in a letter dated October 9, 2024. The airport will have a […]
Air Peace Announces 100% Increase in Domestic Flight Fares Starting November 1
Nigerian airline Air Peace has notified customers of a 100% nationwide increase in ticket prices effective November 1, 2024. This change comes ahead of the Christmas period, impacting travelers’ plans. Current fares, such as the Lagos to Abuja one-way ticket priced at N143,000, will double to N286,000. The airline attributed the hike in an email […]
“The President Came to Office Without a Plan” – Obasanjo Blasts Tinubu
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu, saying he assumed office without a clear plan. Obasanjo’s remarks, made on News Central TV, reflect widespread concerns about Tinubu’s leadership approach and governance strategy. Nigerians on social media echoed Obasanjo’s sentiments, expressing frustration with Tinubu’s perceived prioritization of personal interests over national needs. […]
Nigerian House of Representatives Rejects Bill to Expand Sharia Law
A proposed constitutional amendment to broaden the scope of Sharia law in Nigeria has been defeated in the House of Representatives. The bill, sponsored by Aliyu Missau, sought to remove the word “personal” from the constitution’s references to Sharia law, effectively expanding its application beyond personal matters. Supporters argued the change would facilitate operations of […]
Nigeria’s VP Kashim Shettima Cancels Commonwealth Summit Trip After Plane Damage
Vice President Kashim Shettima has cancelled his trip to the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Summit in Samoa due to unforeseen circumstances. President Bola Tinubu had designated Shettima to represent Nigeria at the summit. However, according to a presidency statement, Shettima’s plane suffered damage during a stopover at JFK Airport in New York. A foreign […]
Canada prime minister announces the reduction of Permanent Residency Application Slots in 2025 to tackle Housing and Healthcare Shortages
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a shift in Canada’s immigration strategy, citing an imbalance between addressing labor needs and managing population growth. The move aims to alleviate pressure on the housing sector. Canada will reduce its immigration numbers for the next three years. In 2025, the country will welcome 395,000 new permanent residents, down from […]