Author: Michael Adesina
The time to end Boko Haram is now – Gen. Adeniyi
Gen. Olusegun Adeniyi, Theatre Commander, Operation Lafiya Dole on Tuesday, urged troops of the Nigerian Army, to give final push…
Tribunal Judgement: Okorocha’s son-in-law Nwosu goes to Appeal Court
The Action Alliance (AA) says its governorship candidate in Imo, and Rochas Okorocha’s son-in-law Mr Uche Nwosu will go to…
I remain loyal to my boss – Ondo deputy governor
The Ondo State Deputy Governor, Mr Agboola Ajayi, has reiterated his loyalty to his boss, Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.
Unregistered SIM: Masari wants severe sanctions against service providers
Gov. Aminu Masari of Katsina State has urged the Federal Government to introduce severe punishment against service providers that failed…
I’m not concerned with Egypt protests, el-Sisi a great leader – Trump
US President Donald Trump says he is not concerned with the protests in Egypt as he threw his support behind…
No respite for Ambode: Protesters storm Lagos Assembly, demand probe
Protesters under the aegis of Lagos Youth Vanguard (LYV) on Tuesday stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly, chanting solidarity…
Boris Johnson “strongly disagrees” with Supreme Court ruling
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has given his first reaction to the Supreme Court's ruling that his decision to suspend…
‘End of an era’ – Gov Abiodun reacts to Oniru’s death
Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed shock over the demise of the late Oniru of Iruland in…
Gov Bagudu approves N30,000 minimum wage
Governor Abubakar Atiku Bagudu of Kebbi State on Monday approved payment of 30.000 minimum wage.
BBNaija: Housemates are chasing clout with my name – Tacha
“When you talk about me, you clout,” Tacha yelled across the bedroom as she reacted angrily about Sunday night's Live…
Army dismisses 3 soldiers, ties them with rope
The Nigerian Army on Sunday says it has dismissed three soldiers arrested among a kidnapping gang in the outskirts of…
Army nabs 5 key terrorists suppliers, fighters
The Nigerian Army says the Operation Positive Identification (OPPI) in the North East has started yielding positive results with the…
Kano Hisbah board destroys 196,400 beer bottles
The Kano State Hisbah Board, has destroyed over 196,400 bottles of beer confiscated within the Kano metropolis.
‘Game of Thrones’ cast receive standing ovation at Emmys (Video)
The 71st Primetime Emmy Awards bent the knee to HBO’s fantasy epic “Game of Thrones,” which closed out Sunday night’s…
BBNaija: Frodd wins power to nominate 5 housemates for eviction
Housemate Chimeke Okoye aka Frodd has won the ultimate veto power in the ongoing BBNaija season four.
Infantino demands tough measures on racism in Italian football
FIFA President Gianni Infantino urged Italian football authorities to hand out stadium bans for supporters guilty of racism after another…
Racism: Fresh violence erupts in Indonesia’s Papua
Protesters torched buildings on Monday as fresh violence erupted in Indonesia’s rebellious Papua province, police said.
Focus will be on Nigeria at 74th UNGA – Presidency
The Presidency has described the 74th United Nations General Assembly, which begins fully on Monday, as Nigeria’s “day in the…
Prince Harry, Meghan kickoff royal tour of Africa
Britain’s Prince Harry, his wife Meghan Markle and their 4-month-old son Archie were set Monday to kick off a 10-day…
Ebola: Congo to introduce second vaccine
Congo will introduce a second vaccine against Ebola from mid-October, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Monday, as the…
Women’s World Cup in France, best-ever in competition’s history
FIFA’s Technical Study Group (TSG) hailed this year’s Women’s World Cup in France as the best-ever in the competition’s history.
Game of Thrones, Fleabag win big at Emmys Award
“Game of Thrones” made television history at the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, winning for best drama series and…
ICPC may arraign NFF Pinnick, Dikko over alleged fraud
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) may arraign the President, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Mr Amaju…
Gov. Ganduje applauds NASS relationship with Presidency
Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State has commended the National Assembly for its progressive relationship with the Presidency.
Nigeria earned N28.6trn from VAT, oil, non-oil sources in 5 years
The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) said that N28.58 trillion was remitted to the Federation Account between 2012 and…
Liverpool edge out Chelsea at Stamford Bridge
Liverpool hold on to pick up a huge victory at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea on Sunday evening.
World Cup-winning coach Ellis ponders switching to men’s game
United States women’s World Cup-winning coach Jill Ellis says she is not ruling out a switch to the men’s game…
Infantino ready to push ahead with Women’s World League plan
FIFA president Gianni Infantino says he will push again for the creation of a Women’s World League in spite of…
Solskjaer responds to Jose Mourinho criticism
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was heavily criticised by his predecessor and two Manchester United legends after they were humiliated by West…
Maritime academy cautions journalists against fake news
The management of Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron, in Akwa-Ibom, on Sunday cautioned newsmen against the spread of fake…