Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
US strikes on al Shabaab in Somalia
The Pentagon said it had carried out an air strike on al Shabaab in Somalia on Sunday, and Somalia said…
Ex-LAUTECH student dies mysteriously after birthday night with girl friend
A graduate of Mechanical Engineering of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Michael Adegbehin has died mysteriously after spending…
France election: Macron party set for big parliamentary win
The centrist party of French President Emmanuel Macron looks on course to win a landslide victory following the first round…
Nigerian government releases N3.77 billion to feed school pupils in 9 states
The Nigerian government says on Sunday that it has so far released N3. 77 billion for the feeding of…
3 women, 4 children burnt to death in Abuja Tanker fire
Tragedy struck in Abuja, the nation's capital as three women and four children were burnt to death in a tanker…
Usain Bolt wins final 100m race in Jamaica in emotional farewell
Usain Bolt marked an emotional farewell at a sell-out stadium in Jamaica by winning his final 100m on home soil.
Lagos Declares June 12 Public Holiday
By Kazeem Ugbodaga The Lagos State Government on Sunday declared Monday public holiday to mark June 12 celebration in the…
More knocks for Northern Youths over ultimatum to Igbos to leave domain
Jethro Ibileke/Benin More groups have joined their voices to condemn the hate speech by some youth groups in Northern Nigeria…
Nigeria’s first Marine Engineering Centre takes off at Rivers State University
The Shell Petroleum Development Company Joint Venture (SPDC JV), has established Nigeria’s first Centre of Excellence in Marine and Offshore…
Afam Thermal Power Plant to deliver 340mw electricity to national grid by December
Given the availability of sufficient gas to power it, the Afam Thermal Power Plant in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, will…
Babatunde-Jose: Nigerian government must provide equitable justice system
Alhaji Ibrahim Babatunde-Jose, a journalist and former Vice President of Anwair-ul-Islam Movement of Nigeria has called on the Nigerian government…
Lagos, Partner sign N10 billion MOU on Iganmu Jubilee Estate Development
The Lagos State Government at the weekend signed over N10 billion Memorandum of Understanding, MOU, with Brains and Hammers Limited…
Residents hail Ambode over repair of Abule Egba inner roads
Some residents of Abule Egba on Sunday commended Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode for fulfilling his pledge to carry…
England win Under-20 World Cup
England won their biggest international title since 1966 by beating Venezuela 1-0 in the Under-20 World Cup final.
Nadal wins 10th French Open
Spain's Rafael Nadal made history by winning a record 10th French Open title with victory over Stan Wawrinka in the…
Stop Child Labour, Ambode’s Wife Tells Parents, Guardians
Wife of the Governor of Lagos State, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, has called on mothers and guardians to stop child labour…
Pre-paid Meters: SERAP sues Nigerian government, Fashola
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has sued the Federal Government and the Minister of Power, Works and Housing…
Comey hearing: Sessions to testify in response
US Attorney General Jeff Sessions says he will appear before a Senate panel in response to James Comey's testimony.
Election 2017: DUP agrees ‘confidence’ deal with Tories
The Democratic Unionist Party has agreed in principle a "confidence and supply" deal to support a Conservative government, Downing Street…
United agree £31m deal for Benfica defender
Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Sweden defender Victor Lindelof from Benfica for £31m (35m euros).
Carlos denies doping allegations
Roberto Carlos has vehemently denied doping allegations that appeared in a documentary on German television network ARD.
Guinea stun Cote d’Ivoire at home in AFCON qualifier
2015 African champions Cote d’Ivoire were left stunned in front of their home fans following a 3-2 defeat at the…
Man cuts off girlfriend’s hand over infidelity
Police in the Eastern region of Ghana are on the trail of a man who allegedly severed the left arm…
Wagner hits hat-trick as Germany pounce San Marino 7-0
Sandro Wagner hit a hat-trick as Germany cruised to a 7-0 win over San Marino to retain their five-point lead…
No excuse for Super Eagles’ loss-Rohr
Nigeria coach, Gernot Rohr refused to make excuses for his side after they were beaten 2-0 at home by South…
NANS honour Ubani
The 2nd Vice-President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Monday Ubani was on Friday bestowed with a prestigious award of…
Police arrest driver, 2 others for duping employer N65 million
A driver, Taoreed Rafiu, 53, a resident of Isheri Oshun Area of Lagos, Southwest Nigeria has been arrested by the…
Bank Drags Customer to Court over N4.1 million theft
The police at Ikoyi Division of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a customer of Union Bank of Nigeria,…
Agbakoba Blames Politicians For Nigeria’S Woes
A former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba has blamed the country’s problems on the political…
KWASU owes bank N1 billion, Pro-Chancellor cries out
Pro-Chancellor, Kwara State University (KWASU), Alhaji Saidu Isa said the university is facing serious financial constraints as it is owing…