Year: 2020
UNIBEN urges graduates to collect their certificates
The Management of the University of Benin (UNIBEN), Edo state has urged graduates of the higher institution of learning to…
Trump loses case in Pennsylvania in another blow
In another major legal blow, Pennsylvania's Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by Donald Trump's campaign that observers weren't allowed…
No helicopter was shot down in Borno – Nigerian Air Force
The Nigerian Air Force has dismissed reports that Boko Haram insurgents shot down a United Nations, UN, helicopter in Borno…
Peace Corps of Nigeria partners FG on job creation
The Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) has expressed its willingness to partner with the Federal Government towards addressing youths restiveness…
Scholars pay tribute to UNILAG’s late Prof. Coker
Prof. Afolabi Lesi, Provost, College of Medicine, University of Lagos (UNILAG), says the death of Prof. Akintoye Coker has created…
Lagos 2021 Appropriation Bill scales second reading
The Lagos 2021 Appropriation Bill of N1.16 trillion has scaled second reading on the floor of Lagos State House of…
Ecobank Nigeria holds awareness webinar on diabetes
Ecobank Nigeria has concluded plans to step up awareness on non-communicable diseases, particularly diabetes to commemorate this year's Ecobank Day.
GOtv unveils Laycon as Brand Ambassador, kicks off iconic tour
GOtv Nigeria has unveiled BBNaija Lockdown edition winner, Olamilekan Agbeleshe popularly known as Laycon, as its latest brand ambassador at…
UEFA Nations League: Spain put six goals past sloppy Germany
Spain dismantled woeful Germany 6-0 in Seville on Tuesday night, booking their place in the UEFA Nations League finals.
No regrets leaving PDP for APC: Governor Dave Umahi
Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, said he has no regrets leaving the Peoples Democratic Party to join the ruling All…
How to tackle TB, HIV, COVID-19, others – CSOs reveal
The Civil Society Accountability Forum has called for the strengthening of community entities to support Tuberculosis case finding efforts and…
Wike: Why Gov. Umahi dumped PDP for APC
Okafor Ifiebor/Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has said his Ebonyi counterpart, David Umahi defected from the Peoples Democratic…
Cult gangs on rampage in Edo, kill 20, take control of 3 LGAs
By Jethro Ibileke No fewer than 20 persons have been killed in battle between cult gangs in Benin, following the…
Ikpeazu orders restructuring of Ulonna Farm Settlement
The Executive Governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu has directed the immediate restructuring of the Ulonna Farm Settlement in Ohuhu…
Ezekwesili reacts to Bakare’s claims she rejected being Buhari’s running mate
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has said that senior pastor of the Citadel Global Community Church, Tunde Bakare, was…
We’re tired of old political cargoes in north – Arewa youths blow hot
The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, AYCF, has stated that it will not allow politicians whom it described as “old political…
Gunmen kidnap 8 passengers in Edo
By Jethro Ibileke Eight passengers traveling in a commercial bus between Okhuessan and Emu, in Esan south-east local government area…
La Liga president Javier Tebas says Messi can exit
La Liga president Javier Tebas says he is "ready" for the exit of Lionel Messi while criticising Manchester City, a…
APC Governors visit Sanwo-Olu, decry wanton destruction of properties
Governor, under the aegis of the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF) on Tuesday visited Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to…
Lagos shuts 16 health facilities over quackery, others
The Lagos State Government has shutdown 16 health facilities across the State for non-compliance with regulatory standards.
It’s time government make the youths a priority – Daayuur
Nigerian born United Kingdom based Afro-Pop singer, Daayuur, has raised his voice in support of the Nigerian youths, saying it…
Murelli AC Milan coach tests positive for COVID-19
AC Milan assistant coach, Giacomo Murelli, has tested positive for COVID-19, days after head coach, Stefano Pioli also tested positive.
Lagos traffic nuisance: 1,000 policemen deployed; 357 vehicles impounded
The Lagos State Police Command on Tuesday deployed 1,000 policemen to different parts of Lagos to control traffic and enforce…
Embarrassing: 12 police officers abducted, families looking for ransom money
Twelve Police officers, all assistant superintendents(ASPs) have been abducted in north west Nigeria. The men were going for special operation…
Rapper Lil Wayne charged with weapons possession, risks 10 years in jail
American rapper Lil Wayne has been charged with possession of firearms, a charge arising from a late December 2019 plane…
Orji Uzor Kalu set to buy stake in Arsenal football club
Former governor of Abia State Orji Uzor Kalu has said he is considering investing in football and would buy a…
South-South Governors demand apology from Presidency over botched meeting
The Governors and leaders of the South-South geopolitical region have demanded for an unreserved apology from the presidency for abruptly…
AFCON qualifier: Toothless Super Eagles couldn’t bite in Sierra Leone
Nigeria's Super Eagles battle to a goalless draw against lowly Leone Star of Sierra Leone on Tuesday in an AFCON…
Okada riders, Task Force clash in Lagos: Vehicles vandalised, one injured
Irate Okada riders clashed with Task Force officials on Tuesday at Rainbow area on Oshodi-Mile 2 Expressway with three vehicles…
Entrepreneur, Mike Ciorrocco shares his story, lessons learned along the way
For Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco, success is measured by one's ability to help others.