FG declares Friday public holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior,…
Dangote Cement screens 1,500 drivers for mental, physical, psychological fitness
No fewer than 1,500 truck drivers in the employ of Dangote Cement Plc have undergone rigorous screening exercises to assess their mental, psychological and physical fitness for safe driving on Nigeria’s roads. The Group Managing Director of Dangote Cement Plc,…
Elon Musk’s Starlink supports BEE in South Africa
Elon Musk-owned SpaceX supports South Africa’s Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) legislation regarding getting approval to launch its Starlink Internet service locally. However, it argues that one particular telecoms licence ownership rule that the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa…
Omaha Basketball Player Deng Mayar Dies at 22″
Omaha forward Deng Mayar, who transferred from North Dakota this offseason, died Saturday in a drowning incident, the school announced Sunday. He was 22. According to news reports, Mayar was with a friend at the Blackridge Reservoir in Herriman, Utah,…
Stratford Grand Prix: Seye Ogunlewe Takes Gold, Nigerian Athletes Shine!
Seye Ogunlewe blazed to a 10.10s (0.7) to storm to victory in the men’s 100m final at the Stratford Grand Prix. The 3x Nigerian Champion is still chasing the World Championships standard, but this performance shows he’s building momentum at…
JUST IN: INEC Declares Zamfara By-Election Inconclusive
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the Zamfara State House of Assembly by-election for Kaura-Namoda South Constituency inconclusive. Announcing the results at the Kasuwar Daji Collation Centre on Saturday, August 16, 2025, INEC revealed that the All…
By-elections: INEC Deploys Poll Materials
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has concluded arrangements for Saturday’s by-elections in 16 constituencies across 12 states of the federation.A statement on Thursday by the National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mr. Sam Olumekun,…
Transfer: Super Falcons Star Rasheedat Ajibade Set to Join PSG
Atletico Madrid and Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, is on the verge of sealing a high-profile move to French D1 Arkema powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain, Insight Media Sports Arena has gathered. Ajibade, 24, became a free agent in June after parting…
WAFCON: Brighton give hero’s welcome to Super Falcons goalie, Nnadozie
English Women’s Super League club, Brighton & Hove Albion have officially welcomed Chiamaka Nnadozie to their squad, Nnadozie joined the Seagulls on a free transfer in July after ending her stay with French Feminine outfit, Paris FC. The 24-year-old’s…
Kenyan lawyer Iddah Asin appointed first Executive Director of ICBA Africa
The International Council of Beverages Associations (ICBA) has announced the launch of its Africa charter, appointing Kenyan Iddah Asin as its first Executive Director. The move reflects Africa’s growing market potential and the sector’s commitment to collaborating with governments, civil…