< 1 mn read The burial of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has been scheduled for November 1, 2024. Senator Ben Obi, Chairman of the burial committee, announced this at a press conference in Abuja on Thursday. He detailed the series of events leading up to the burial: Lagos Day of Tributes: October 16, 2024, […]
< 1 mn read PZ Cussons Plc, the parent company of PZ Cussons Nigeria, has announced plans to sell its African subsidiaries, citing the significant depreciation of the Naira as the primary factor. In its ‘Results for the year ended 31 May 2024,’ Jonathan Myers, Chief Executive Officer of PZ Cussons, highlighted the unprecedented inflation and economic challenges faced […]
< 1 mn read The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has instructed political parties to cease all campaign activities ahead of the governorship election in Edo State scheduled for Saturday. In a statement signed by Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner & Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, INEC emphasized that all campaign activities must end by midnight today, […]
< 1 mn read The Katsina State Police Command has awarded N500,000 each to the families of seven police officers who were tragically killed while combating bandits in the state. ASP Sadiq Abubakar, Spokesperson of the Command, announced that this financial support was provided by the Katsina State Government as a token of honor and appreciation for the sacrifices […]
< 1 mn read Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of instigating crises within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He made these accusations during a courtesy visit from the PDP’s Board of Trustees, led by Senator Adolphus Wabara, at the Government House in Bauchi on Thursday. Mohammed, who also serves as Chairman […]
< 1 mn read The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the 2024 results, and candidates can now access their results online. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you check your NECO 2024 results: Visit the NECO Portal: Go to the official NECO results portal at https://www.neco.gov.ng. This is the authorized platform for accessing your results. Navigate to ‘NECO […]
< 1 mn read The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced the results for the 2024 Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) internal. Professor Dantani Wushishi, NECO’s Registrar/Chief Executive, disclosed on September 19 that 1,376,423 students registered for the exam, with 1,367,736 participating. Of those who sat for the exam, 828,284 candidates (60.55%) achieved at least five credits, including Mathematics […]
< 1 mn read The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has conducted a major operation in Ibadan, Oyo State, destroying counterfeit drugs and substandard medical devices valued at N43 billion. The destruction took place at the Moniya dump site in Akinyele Local Government area on Thursday, with security agencies and representatives from the Oyo […]
< 1 mn read Dr. Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the upcoming Edo governorship election, has officially ended his campaign activities in compliance with electoral regulations. According to a statement from the Team Asue Media Organisation (TAMO), signed by Erhabor Emokpae, all campaign efforts ceased as of September 19. The statement emphasized that any further […]
< 1 mn read The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Senator Adolphus Wabara, is currently holding a meeting with the party’s National Assembly caucus at the PDP Legacy House in Abuja. The meeting, convened at the BoT’s initiative, aims to address and find a resolution to the ongoing internal conflicts within the […]
< 1 mn read Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to “maintain the status quo” regarding its investigation into the alleged embezzlement of Ekiti State funds. This order pertains to funds allocated for the Ekiti Airport project, among other expenditures, under the supervision of former Director […]
< 1 mn read A Bangladeshi student leader, Shamim Ahmed, was brutally beaten to death at Jahangirnagar University in Dhaka. Ahmed, a prominent member of the student wing of the Awami League party, was targeted in revenge for his role in attacking protesters during the recent uprising against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Ahmed was assaulted by unknown assailants […]
< 1 mn read Jim Ratcliffe, partial owner of Manchester United, has launched a £2 billion initiative to demolish and rebuild the club’s historic stadium, Old Trafford. This project aims to address longstanding maintenance issues and upgrade the stadium, which currently holds 74,000 fans, to accommodate up to 100,000 spectators, potentially making it the largest in Europe. The refurbished […]
< 1 mn read On Thursday, Team Delta emerged victorious at the 8th National Youths Games held in Asaba, Delta, despite widespread allegations of age cheating. The defending champions secured a total of 41 gold, 27 silver, and 30 bronze medals. The event, which lasted for 11 days, faced criticism from sports writers and administrators who were dismayed by […]
< 1 mn read On Thursday morning, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) commenced the distribution of sensitive materials for the governorship election scheduled for Saturday. The distribution is taking place at the Central Bank of Nigeria premises on Akpakpava Junction, Ring Road, Benin. The operation has caused significant traffic disruptions in the area, with only one lane open […]
< 1 mn read The Court of Appeal in Abuja has granted the request of the Federal Government and former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen, to settle out of court an appeal concerning Onnoghen’s removal from office. The court’s decision came after both parties indicated they were working towards an amicable resolution. In 2019, former President Muhammadu […]
< 1 mn read An Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan has remanded Olayinka Akinware, 35, and Tunji Adesina, 29, for allegedly using four dogs to obstruct police officers from arresting a suspect. Magistrate Mr. M. Mudashiru ordered their remand at Abolongo Correctional Facility in Oyo, pending legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP). The case is […]
< 1 mn read Three individuals—Fagbuyi Oluwafemi, Joy Faseyeku, and Alabede Janet—were arrested in Osun State for allegedly advocating for the Yoruba Nation and secession. The suspects, aged between 61 and 64, were apprehended at Obada market in Ikire, Irewole local government area. According to Emmanuel Giwa-Alade, the acting Public Relations Officer for the Osun State police command, the […]
< 1 mn read As the 2024 gubernatorial elections in Edo State approach, Olumide Akpata is emerging as a key candidate. A former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Akpata is now the Labour Party’s flagbearer, bringing a notable legal career and a dedication to reform. Olumide Akpata: A Legal Luminary Akpata, a distinguished lawyer, served as President […]
< 1 mn read The Ebonyi State Government announced on Thursday that it is awaiting a report from relevant authorities concerning the implementation of the new National Minimum Wage in the state. Government’s Commitment to Implementation In a statement, Engr Jude Okpor, the Ebonyi State Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, assured civil servants that once the report is […]
