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12 new moons discovered around Jupiter

U.S. researchers have discovered 12 new moons orbiting Jupiter, bringing the total number of the planet’s known moons to 79,…

Nigerian Govt to assist victims of Katsina flooding – Osinbajo

The Federal Government, on Tuesday pledged to assist victims of flood disaster in Jibia Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina…

Skin cancer: Aussie scientists develop new blood test

Australian scientists said they have developed a new blood test to detect melanoma cancer in its early stages, in a…

Ekiti poll: Observers praise INEC, point out irregularities

A coalition of domestic and international election observers accredited to observe last Saturday’s Ekiti governorship election on Tuesday highlighted some…

Fake news: Egypt passes law to block social media accounts

Egypt’s parliament has passed a law giving the state powers to block social media accounts and penalise journalists held to…

Trade talks: EU president to visit Trump on July 25

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker will visit U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on July 25 to discuss strained trade…

Bandits kill 2 police officers in Kaduna

The Police Command in Kaduna State on Tuesday confirmed the killing of two officers during gun battle with bandits in…

Japan warns of ‘life-threatening’ heat wave

Japan’s weather agency on Wednesday warned of a “life-threatening” heat wave in many parts of the country, with temperatures expected…
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Death toll rises to 90 in Nepal landslides, floods

Five people were killed in Nepal on Wednesday by landslides and flooding brought on by monsoon rains, bringing the death…

Gov. Fayose on street parade after election

Gov. Ayo Fayose of Ekiti State on Tuesday embarked on a road show in Ado Ekiti, the Ekiti state capital,…

Flood: Katsina Govt. tasked on drainage construction

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), has appealed to the Katsina State Government to intensify efforts on drainage construction.

Air Force begins 3-day free medicare for Plateau IDPs

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Tuesday began a three-day free medical care for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Plateau.

ADC vows to dislodge APC in Oyo

Chief Layiwola Olakojo, the Oyo State Coordinator of African Democratic Congress (ADC) claims the party has 2 million members that…

Afghanistan: IS militants behead Taliban commander

Militants loyal to the hardliner Islamic State (IS) group captured and beheaded Taliban commander Mullah Burjan on Wednesday, an official…

Ajimobi named ‘Digital Governor of the Year’

The Nigeria Computers Society (NCS) on Tuesday conferred the award of ‘Digital Governor of the Year’ on Gov. Abiola Ajimobi…

UN marks Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday

The UN will mark 100 years since the birth of the late anti-Apartheid activist, Nelson Mandela, on Wednesday, taking stock…

Australian state calls for more migrants

The South Australian government has called for a greater share of Australia’s migrant intake to be directed to the state.

Lagos CP serves kidnappers, others quit notice

The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Mr Imohimi Edgal, on Tuesday warned kidnappers and other criminals to leave the…

Rousing welcome for Bukola Saraki in Ilorin

The Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki was on Tuesday, accorded a heroic reception by a crowd of supporters and…
Trump and Putin in Helsinki

I ‘misspoke’ during meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin – Trump

Under fire U.S. President Donald Trump tried on Tuesday to calm a storm over his failure to hold Russian President…

Fayemi receives certificate of return from INEC

Dr. Kayode Fayemi and his deputy Chief Bisi Egbeyemi will receive their certificates of return on Wednesday from the Independent…

UN marks Mandela’s 100th birthday

The UN will mark 100 years since the birth of the late anti-Apartheid activist, Nelson Mandela, on Wednesday, taking stock…

Group takes advocacy for PVC collection to motor parks in Lagos

The Itesiwaju Ipinle Eko Vanguard has intensified its campaign for more participation of residents in the on-going voters registration exercise…

Ambode congratulates Ex-IG, Smith over confirmation as PSC Chairman

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday congratulated former Inspector General of Police, Alhaji Musiliu Smith on his confirmation…

Holiday Safety: Lagos charges parents on vigilance

Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Agboola Dabiri has called on parents and guardians to be aware…

Nigerian Govt begins enrolment of military personnel on IPPIS

The Federal Government has concluded arrangements to begin the enrolment of all military personnel on the Integrated Personnel and Payroll…

Protest as flood washes away 6-year old primary school pupil

As floods continue to ravage parts of the country with attendant death tolls, a six-year-old primary school boy identified simply…

MD/CEO of Nestlé Nigeria appointed NECA second VP

Nestlé Nigeria’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. MauricioAlarcon has been appointed as second Vice President of Nigeria Employers…

Rivers Internal Revenue Service blocks offices of NDDC

Business activities at the headquarters of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, in Port Harcourt were on Tuesday disrupted by…

Photo News: NECA holds Annual General Meeting (AGM)

The 61st Annual General Meeting of the Nigeria Employer's Consultative Association took place on Tuesday at the association's secretariat in…