Author: Michael Adesina
President Buhari declares Lagos theatre open for public use
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday declared open the new 500-seater Lagos Theatre in Oregun, Ikeja area of Lagos State for…
4 docked over alleged membership of unlawful society
Four men, including two teenagers, were on Wednesday arraigned before an Ogudu Magistrates’ Court in Lagos over alleged membership of…
Nigeria, Ghana collaborate to curb cyber crime
The Federal Government is ready to collaborate with Ghanaian Government to curb cyber and other crimes in both countries to…
Magnitude-5.2 earthquake strikes Nepal day before anniversary
Nepal was struck by a magnitude-5.2 earthquake on Wednesday, the country’s seismological centre said, on the eve of the fourth…
Former Barca President Rosell cleared of money laundering charges
Former FC Barcelona President Sandro Rosell was on Wednesday cleared of charges of money laundering by the Spanish High Court.…
Nollywood: Nigeria, France sign agreement on movie distribution
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) and the Alliance Francaise have signed an agreement to showcase and distribute…
What i told Emir of Qatar – President Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has disclosed what he told the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-thani, during their closed…
Bill to name Federal University Oye-Ekiti after late Adebayo scales 2nd reading
The House of Representatives, on Tuesday, passed a bill seeking to rename the Federal University Oye-Ekiti as Adeyinka Adebayo Federal…
Kogi quintuplets: One child dies, as doctor seeks to relocate family
One of the quintuplets delivered at the Federal Medical Centre, Lokoja (FMC) on April 17 is dead, the hospital management…
Uganda on alert after reports of terror cells
The Ugandan Military on Tuesday said it is on high alert after intelligence reports showed attempts of terror units trying…
NAFDAC raises alert over falsified antihypertensive drug
The National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted the public of the circulation of a fake…
Heavy storms batter parts of S. Africa, killing 21 people
No fewer than 21 people had been killed as heavy storms swept parts of South Africa over night, Authorities said…
Netanyahu seeks to name Israeli town after Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday said he wanted to have a new community on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights…
NFF appoints media officers for National Teams
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Tuesday announced the appointments of new Media Officers for the various National Teams. In…
Bundesliga rookie Glasner to succeed Labbadia at Wolfsburg
Bundesliga newcomer Oliver Glasner will take over VfL Wolfsburg from next season after the Austrian coach signed a three-year deal,…
National Theatre’s General Manager dies in auto crash
Dr Stella Oyedepo, the incumbent General Manager and the Chief executive Officer (CEO) of the National Theatre (NT) in Lagos…
9th Assembly: I am qualified, competent to lead House of Reps – Onyejeocha
9th assembly Speakership aspirant, Rep. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha (APC-Abia), says she is competent and qualified to lead the House of Representatives…
Saudi Arabia executes 37 for terrorism
Saudi Arabia has executed 37 people who were convicted in terrorism-related cases, the Ministry of Interior said on Tuesday. The…
9th NASS: NCWS solicits appointment of more women into principal position
The National Council of Women Societies, (NCWS) on Tuesday called on the ninth National Assembly to appoint more women as…
Wukari communal clashes: Reps urge security agencies to intensify surveillance in Taraba
The House of Representatives, on Tuesday urged security agencies, particularly the Army to increase its surveillance of Wukari Local Government…
Jason Momoa shaves signature beard to promote recycling
American actor, Jason Momoa, known for his roles as Khal Drogo and Aquaman in ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Aquaman’, respectively,…
President Buhari meets with AfDA President at Aso Rock
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met with the President of the African Development Bank, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, at the Presidential…
NAF to acquire 18 new aircraft in 2020
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is to acquire additional 18 aircraft by 2020 to boost its air assets. Air Commodore…
Experts harp on enabling environment, policies to drive fintech growth
Financial experts at the ongoing Future Banking Tech West Africa Conference have called for an enabling environment and policies for…
17 killed as floods wreak havoc in Uganda
At least 17 people – mostly children – died after heavy rains in eastern Uganda caused by flooding, police said…
Alleged shoplifter faces N2.6m theft charge
A 32-year-old unemployed man, Sunday Ebiefegha, was on Tuesday brought before an Igbosere Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for allegedly shoplifting…
A decisive week for FC Barcelona teams
A big week for FC Barcelona is underway, and not just on the pitch. Whilst the first team play Deportivo…
NAHCON holds workshop for Hajj managers
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) will hold a one day National Training Workshop for Hajj managers in the…
Photos: Mr Eazi, Teni otedola serve us relationship goals at Coachella
Nigerian musician Mr. Eazi and Billionaire Businessman Femi Otedola’s daughter, Teni Otedola were seen all loved up at Coachella.
Why Simi won’t talk about her marriage to Adekunle Gold
Nigerian singer, Simi has revealed that she’s not willing to respond to the media on questions relating to her marriage…