Farmers, Teachers, Workers at the Heart of Nigeria’s Future — Says Obi
“I will return Nigeria to its true owners such as farmers, teachers, students, artisans, workers, pensioners, and millions who struggle daily to survive. I am committed to this cause” – Peter Obi assured Nigerians.
Former INEC REC dies in his sleep
Former INEC REC dies in his sleep A former Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission and a lecturer at the University of Ibadan, Professor Abdulganiy Raji, has passed away. His family confirmed the death in…
Nigerian shot dead by police in South Africa
A 37-year-old Nigerian man, Osinakachukwu Onu, has been shot dead on the N12 highway, in Klerksdorp, North West Province, South Africa, allegedly by police officers during a traffic operation. It was learnt on Thursday, from a report published by Independent…
Senate Confirms Fani-Kayode, Reno Omokri, 62 Others As Ambassadorial Nominees
The Senate on Thursday confirmed 64 ambassadorial nominees of President Bola Tinubu, including a former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, and a former presidential aide, Reno Omokri. The confirmation followed the consideration and adoption of a report by the Senate…
Anthony Joshua knocks out Jake Paul in sixth round of heavyweight bout
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua knocked out YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in their controversial Netflix-backed bout in Miami. Two-time world champion Joshua made hard work of defeating his vastly less experienced opponent on Friday night, but finally made his superior…
U.K. Supreme Court declares Christian religious education in Northern Ireland unlawful; bishops respond
A U.K. Supreme Court ruling has found that Christian religious education taught in schools in Northern Ireland is unlawful. In its judgment, the court found that the current approach lacks an “objective, critical, and pluralistic” framework and leans more toward…
Ghanaian President of ECOWAS Bank named among Africa’s 100 Transformational Leaders
The President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), Dr George Agyekum Donkor, has been named among the 100 People Transforming Africa by Financial Afrik magazine, in recognition of his leadership…
NSCDC Dismisses 38 Senior Officers, 20 Others
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has dismissed 38 senior officers, including an Assistant Commandant General (ACG), over gross misconduct, insubordination, and acts unbecoming of a superior officer, in line with the Public Service Rules (PSR). Also dismissed…
Greg Biffle, family die in plane crash; NASCAR legend was 55
Greg Biffle, one of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers who became known in his later years for his humanitarian work, died along with three family members in a plane crash Thursday. He was 55. Officials said seven people died in the…
Bangladesh police to take special security measures for Christmas
Bangladesh police administration will take special security measures for Christmas, the main religious festival of Christians in the Muslim-majority South Asian country. On Dec. 17, the Bangladesh Police Chief gave this assurance during a discussion between law enforcement agencies and…