Governor Umo Eno Bags Doctoral Degree in Public Administration from University of Uyo
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has achieved a significant academic milestone, earning a Doctoral Degree in Public Administration from the University of Uyo. He successfully defended his thesis, titled “Government and Private Sector Development: A Study of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Akwa Ibom State.” This research aligns with Governor Eno’s vision […]
Bode George, Ex-PDP Deputy Chair, Reveals Why He Didn’t Leave Nigeria
Bode George, former deputy national chair of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu’s emissary, Femi Gbajabiamila, persuaded him to stay in Nigeria. George had vowed to leave the country in January 2022 if Tinubu won the presidential election, citing concerns about his ability to lead. In an Arise TV interview, […]
Nigeria Receives 1 Million Doses of Malaria Vaccine
The Federal Government has received a donation of 1 million doses of the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine from Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. The World Health Organization (WHO) prequalified this vaccine in December 2023, paving the way for increased access. WHO recommends its use in preventing malaria in children. This vaccine is the second malaria vaccine to […]
Arrested Yoruba Nation Agitator Adejumo Lateef for Violating Government House, Dies in Prison Custody
Adejumo Lateef, a defendant in the Yoruba Nation agitation case, has died while in prison custody, Nigerian Correctional Service officials announced during a court hearing on Wednesday. Lateef was among 27 defendants facing trial for their alleged involvement in the April 13 invasion of the Oyo State Government Secretariat and attempted takeover of the Oyo […]
Paul Pogba Reveals He Rejected Manchester City to Join Juventus
Midfielder Paul Pogba confirmed he turned down Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola’s offer to join Juventus. Pogba told Gazzetta, “I accepted Juventus’ proposal, rejecting Pep Guardiola’s approach.” He also expressed loyalty to Juventus, ruling out a move to AC Milan. “I’ll never join AC Milan, even if Zlatan Ibrahimovic calls,” Pogba said. Pogba’s focus is […]
Real Madrid Backs Kylian Mbappe Amidst Legal Investigation in Sweden
Real Madrid has expressed full support for forward Kylian Mbappe, who is currently under investigation in Sweden for alleged sexual assault. According to Swedish media reports, the incident occurred during Mbappe’s time off from national and club duties in Stockholm. The club clarified Mbappe’s absence from a promotional campaign with Adidas, citing his personal sponsorship […]
Bureau De Change Operator Suleiman Sani Sues EFCC Over Alleged Unlawful Detention
Suleiman Sani, a Bureau De Change operator, has filed a fundamental rights enforcement suit against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for alleged arrest, torture, and illegal detention without trial. Court documents reveal that Sani was invited by the EFCC on June 1, 2024, to discuss his business transactions. Despite cooperating and providing explanations, […]
Lassa Fever Outbreak: Nigeria Records 1,025 Confirmed Cases, 174 Deaths
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 1,025 confirmed cases of Lassa fever out of 8,484 suspected cases from January 1 to October 6, 2024. The outbreak spans 28 states and 128 local government areas, with a total of 174 deaths and a Case Fatality Rate (CFR) of 17.0%. Lassa Fever: […]
Liam Payne, Former One Direction Star, Dies After Fall from Hotel Balcony
Liam Payne, the former One Direction singer, tragically passed away at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires on Wednesday, according to local officials. In terms of incident details, Payne fell from the third floor of the Casa Sur Hotel located in the trendy Palermo neighborhood. The fall resulted […]
Mass Burial for Victims of Jigawa Explosion
A catastrophic tanker explosion occurred in Majiya Town, Taura Local Government Area, Jigawa State, claiming 105 lives and leaving 55 others injured. The tragic incident happened late Tuesday night near Khadija University when the tanker driver lost control of the vehicle. On Wednesday, a mass burial was held for the victims, with community members gathering […]