Author: Michael Adesina
Semenya to run in Doha as storm rages over new IAAF rules
Double Olympic champion Caster Semenya will run her last 800-metres today before the International Association of Athletics Federations imposes hugely…
Semenya at career crossroads with little time to choose direction
Caster Semenya has 30 days to challenge the decision to dismiss her appeal against restrictions being placed on female athletes…
Senate set to invite NPA, NIMASA, others, over Apapa gridlock
The Senate Committee on Works says plans are underway to invite the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA) in the coming week…
Sanwo-Olu solicits support, cooperation of Lagos Speaker, other members-elect
The Lagos State Governor-elect, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has solicited the support and cooperation of the members-elect of the 9th Lagos…
Reps consider report on Sports Bill
The House of Representatives on Thursday, considered the report of its Committee on Sports on a bill for an act…
AMMC refurbishes 33 vehicles, saves N397m
The Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC) says it has refurbished more than 333 vehicles through direct labour and thereby saved…
Bafarawa asks FG to address insecurity, tighten borders for illicit weapons
The former Sokoto State governor, Attahiru Bafarawa has called on the federal government to change its strategy in addressing the…
FEC approves construction of 7 model schools, N1.6bn for supply of anti-retroviral drugs
The Federal Executive Council on Thursday approved N4.6 billion for the construction of seven model schools to be located in…
Four feared killed as farmers, herders clash in Ogun
About four persons have been reportedly killed on Thursday, as suspected herdsmen and farmers clashed in Iwoye area of Imeko-Afon…
Tiger Woods to receive highest civilian honour from President Trump
Tiger Woods is to receive the US Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Donald Trump on Monday, the White House…
UEFA Europa League: Chelsea hold Frankfurt in Germany
A first-half strike from Pedro gave Chelsea a slim advantage in their Europa League semi-final tie as they were held…
Arsenal edge towards Europa League final with victory over Valencia
Arsenal took a huge step towards the Europa League final as a double from Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s late…
NIPPS reaffirms commitment to engage political parties, promote tolerance
The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPPS) Kuru, has reaffirmed its commitment to engage political parties meaningfully to…
Gov. Umahi vows to demystify politics, appointments in Ebonyi
Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has vowed to demystify politics and appointments in the state during his second tenure in…
Council, Academy partner on efficient transport system promotion
The Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC) is collaborating with Motor Vehicle Administration Academy (MVAA) to promote an efficient and effective transport…
Gov. Bindow has every right to pay exit allowance to himself – CSO
Mr Mapida Ikwurunyi, Coordinator, Justice Frontier Forum, says that Gov. Mohammed Bindow of Adamawa and his aides have the right…
Post-election summit: Okorocha calls for national unity, hosts Ooni, Sultan of Sokoto, others
Gov. Rochas Okorocha of Imo has appealed to Nigerians to imbibe a nationalistic spirit and work for the oneness and…
Economist says increasing tax rates not solution to growing tax revenue
Dr Abiodun Adedipe, a member of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, says that increasing tax rates is not the cure…
NTDC ready to use digital platforms, collaboration to improve tourism sector – DG
The Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC) says it is ready to collaborate with stakeholders and deploy digital platforms and strategies…
Re-election: Clerics task President Buhari on lives, welfare of citizens
Some clerics in Lagos on Thursday have urged President Muhammadu Buhari to improve the lives and security of Nigerians during…
Cristiano Ronaldo buys world’s most expensive car
Juventus star, Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly purchased the world’s most expensive car costing over £9million- a Bugatti La Voiture Noire.…
Saudi Arabia assists Iranian oil tanker in Red Sea, no injuries
Saudi Arabia’s coast guard assisted an Iranian oil tanker with engine trouble off the coast of Jeddah in the Red…
Oil prices fall as U.S. output hits record high
Oil prices fell on Thursday, pulled down by record U.S. crude production that led to a surge in stockpiles. Spot…
France, Italy mark 500th anniversary of Leonardo’s death
The Loire Valley town of Amboise will kick off festivities marking the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci’s death in…
Former Ekiti governor Segun Oni suspended indefinitely by APC
Adesina Michael Former Ekiti state governor, Segun Oni, has been suspended indefinitely by the All Progressives Congress. Oni’s suspension was…
UEFA Cup: Sarri warns Chelsea of Eintracht threat
Maurizio Sarri has warned his Chelsea team they should be wary of Eintracht Frankfurt ahead of Thursday’s first leg of…
Tottenham defender Vertonghen to visit neurologist over head injury
Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen will see a neurologist on Thursday after suffering a horrific head injury during his side’s Champions…
Buhari is extremely concerned about Nigerian workers, unemployed – Presidency
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly matters, Senator Ita Enang, says President Muhammadu Buhari is extremely…
FUTA students protest killing of colleague by reckless driver
A student of The Federal University of Technology, Akure, Israel Anuoluwapo, was knocked down by a vehicle in motion. It…
Barca 3-0 LIV: I had so much fun – Jurgen Klopp
Jürgen Klopp stated his pride in Liverpool’s performance at Camp Nou, where Barcelona took control of their Champions League semi-final…