Year: 2020
Coronavirus: Russia reports first death
Russia on Thursday reported its first death from complications associated with the new coronavirus, a 79-year-old woman who succumbed while…
Coronavirus stalls Siasia’s life ban appeal
The outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) has forced Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) to postpone the hearing of embattled Super…
Political office holders not qualified for pension – TUC boss
Mr Quadri Olaleye, President, Trade Union Congress (TUC), says political office holders, by virtue of their tenure of office, do…
Coronavirus: NGO advocates sensitisation for deaf
Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD), a non-governmental organisation, has emphasised the need for Information on the COVID-19 — Coronavirus…
How Samuel Chukwueze can save his football career
When you are a youngster with a huge potential, the world-just like the ball- seems to be at your feet.
Coronavirus: Islamic Movement suspends annual Maulud
The Tijaniyya Movement in Nigeria has suspended its planned world annual Maulud scheduled to hold in Abuja and Sokoto state…
Petrol Price: NECA lauds Nigerian Govt
The Nigeria Employers Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the Federal Government for reducing the price of petrol, describing the development…
Coronavirus: Viewing center operators lament low patronage
Operators of viewing centres in Kano have decried the low patronage sequel to suspension of the European League occasioned by…
Coronavirus cases top 200,000 globally, death toll over 8,000 – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says no fewer than 200,000 cases of Coronavirus ( COVID-19) have now been reported to…
Coronavirus: TUC calls for tax holidays
The Trade Union Congress (TUC), has called on the Federal Government to grant tax holidays to business owners in the…
Coronavirus could cost the world 25million jobs – ILO
The International Labour Congress (ILO) says almost 25 million jobs could be lost worldwide as a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19)…
Coronavirus: UN correspondent tests positive
An accredited journalist covering the United Nations headquarters in New York has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Coronavirus now in 33 African countries – WHO
The World Health Organisation, says there are now 633 confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Africa in 33 countries.
Corporate giants storm Sanwo-Olu’s office over Abule Ado
Two giant corporate organisations, Dangote Cement Plc. and Zenith Bank Plc. on Wednesday visited the Governor of Lagos State
Toke Makinwa faults govt’s actions on Coronavirus
Nigerian Media Personality, Toke Makinwa has taken to her social media page to share her thoughts about coronavirus in Nigeria.
Coronavirus: Simi advises Nigerians
Nigerian singer, Simi Ogunleye also known as Simi has called on Nigerians to stay safe following news that the new…
Air Force acquires 22 new fighter jets, more coming
The Nigerian Air Force has acquired 22 new aircraft in the last four and half years, with another 16 due…
Isabelle Matuidi reacts to husband’s coronavirus status
Isabelle, wife of Juventus forward Blaise Matuidi , has taken to her Instagram page to give a reassuring message about…
Olympics qualification: IOC commends Oshonaike
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has celebrated the feat achieved by one of Africa’s most successful female table tennis players,…
Second U.S. Rep McAdams tests positive for coronavirus
A second U.S. congressman has disclosed that he has tested positive for coronavirus.He is Rep. Ben McAdams (D-Utah).
Why House committee lauded Federal Housing Authority
The House of Representatives Committee on Housing and Habitat has lauded the Federal Housing Authority (FHA)
Chief of Air Staff Abubakar sends message to Nigerians
Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), has assured Nigerians of the unwavering commitment of the…
Ooni inaugurates Moremi Int’l Market
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja 11, has inaugurated Moremi Multipurpose International Market,
Uzodinma bombs Wike: You are too garrulous, Mr Know All
Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo has fired back at Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers, describing Wike as garrulous and a…
PDP counsels APC, links reduction in petrol price to Atiku
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has counseled the All Progressives Congress (APC) not to play politics with the Coronavirus (Covid-19)…
Coronavirus hits U.S. Congress, Rep Diaz-Balart tests positive
U.S. Rep Mario Diaz-Balart from the Republican Party said he has tested positive for coronavirus, the first congressman to do…
NFF shuts down activities including street football
The Nigeria Football Federation on Wednesday announced the cessation of all forms of football activities in the country for the…
U.S. restaurants ask Trump, Congress for $455b bailout
U.S. restaurants on Wednesday asked President Trump and congressional leaders for at least $455 billion in aid to help them…
Coronavirus: Lagos shuts all schools indefinitely
The Lagos State Government has announced the indefinite closure of all schools from Monday 23 March.
Head of Brazilian Senate tests positive for Coronavirus
The head of the Brazilian Senate, Davi Alcolumbre, has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), local media reported citing…