Author: Adekunle Dada
Mugabe risks expulsion from ruling party for dabbling in opposition politics
Former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe risked being expelled from the ruling Zanu-PF party following his perceived dabbling in opposition politics,…
Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa says $591m out of $1.42bn funds stashed abroad returned
President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe said on Monday that only 591 million dollars of the 1.42 billion dollars estimated to…
Excessive intake of local herbs can cause kidney, liver dysfunction – Expert
A medical expert, Dr Stephen Aderemi of the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH), has warned people against excessive consumption…
2019 Elections: INEC staff receive training on gender mainstreaming
As part of preparations for the country’s 2019 general elections, the European Centre for Electoral Support (ECES), on Monday in…
China forms new economic team
China elevated key confidante of President Xi Jinping to one of the top positions in government on Monday as Beijing…
Police seek traditional rulers, stakeholders collaboration to fight crime
The Imo Commissioner of Police, Mr Chris Ezike, has called on traditional rulers and community leaders to collaborate with the…
Gov. Obiano appoints SSG, media aide
Gov. Willie Obiano of Anambra, who was sworn in Saturday for his second tenure, has re-appointed Prof. Solo Chukwulobelu, as…
Gov. Bagudu assures farmers of adequate farming inputs
Gov. Abubakar Bagudu of Kebbi has assured farmers in the state of adequate provision of more farming implement to boost…
UNICEF constructs 338 boreholes, 40 VIP toilets in Plateau
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said it has constructed 338 boreholes in various communities in Shendam and Riyom Local…
Lassa fever: Ebonyi rural dwellers believe rats have high nutritional value
In an effort to prevent further outbreak of Lassa fever, Ebonyi Government is to begin intensive campaigns against rat consumption…
Nigeria to generate 100,000mw by 2030 – ECN
The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) on Monday predicted a growth of up to 100,000 megawatts electricity generation in the…
Commonwealth Games: Team Nigeria to depart March 24 for Gold Coast, Australia
Team Nigeria athletes for the XXI Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, Australia are expected to depart for the games on…
Egypt’s Al-Sisi congratulates Putin on re-election
President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi of Egpyt on Monday congratulated incumbent Russian leader Vladimir Putin on winning a re-election and expressed hope…
Skripal Case: EU stands in solidarity with UK – Mogherini
The EU stands in full solidarity with the United Kingdom on the case of a recent poisoning of former Russian…
UK mainstream media accused of misreporting Russian presidential election
The UK and its mainstream media are misrepresenting the election process in Russia, claiming that the Sunday presidential election was…
UN warns water quality, supply is declining
The UN on Monday warned that as the global population expands and the planet warms, demand for water is rising,…
Coach Yusuf declares Joel Obi fit to play for Eagles
Salisu Yusuf, the Super Eagles’ Assistant Coach, on Monday declared that Torino midfielder Joel Obi was fit to play for…
Indian Wells: Del Potro ends Federer’s unbeaten run to win title
Juan Martin del Potro saved three match points in a thrilling BNP Paribas Open final on Sunday at Indian Wells…
Super Eagles open camp for Poland, Serbia friendlies Monday in Wroclaw
The Super Eagles’ camp ahead of Friday’s international friendly against the Bialo-Czerwoni, the senior national team of Poland, will open…
Russian presidential election: Young voters praised for excellent turnout
The Russian presidential election had an excellent turnout, especially among young people, with many voting for the first time on…
Nigerian Govt reassures commitment to campaign against corruption in MDAs
Mr Bolaji Adebiyi, the Permanent Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, says the Federal Government is committed…
Lagos Land Use Charge: OPS still not satisfied with percentage of reduction
The Organised Private Sector (OPS) says it is not satisfied with the Lagos State Government’s reduction in the percentage rate…
U.S. donates 1.6m bed nets to Nasarawa State
The United States President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) jointly implemented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Centers…
Unemployed man allegedly steals Redeemed church microphones, speakers
An unemployed man, Peter Adeoye, 28, who allegedly stole microphones and speakers valued at N325, 000 from two churches, on…
Transactions on NSE end with loss of 0.60%
Transactions on Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) ended for the week on Friday with a loss of 0.60 per cent due…
Bayelsa United, Queens repositioned for improved performance – Officials
Top managers of two football clubs in Bayelsa on Friday in Yenagoa said their teams were ready for repositioning for…
IMT, Enugu to begin award of degree in 2018/2019 academic year
The Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu says it will begin award of degrees in affiliation with the University…
Mnangagwa to Mugabe: Zimbabwe “has moved on”
Zimbabwean President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, on Friday said Zimbabwe “has moved on’’ when responding to claims by former President Robert Mugabe…
Former Angolan President wants new MPLA leader in April 2019
Head of Angola’s ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), former President Eduardo dos Santos, on Friday said…
9,500 rural dwellers benefit from UNILORIN medical outreach
More than 9,500 rural dwellers have benefitted from a one-month-long medical outreach organised by the medical students of the University…