Sitcom Actor Brian Murphy Dies aged 92
Brian Murphy, the renowned actor known for his roles in the 1970s British sitcoms Man About the House and George and Mildred, has passed away at the age of 92. He died peacefully at his home in Kent on Sunday morning. Murphy, who had a significant partnership with theatre director Joan Littlewood early in his […]
Onogie of Udo-Eguare Kidnapped in Edo State Attack
On Sunday, kidnappers abducted the Onogie of Udo-Eguare, a traditional leader in Edo State’s Igueben Local Government Area. According to the Edo State Police Public Relations Officer, Moses Yamu, the number of additional victims involved remains unclear. Yamu reported that the Onogie was ambushed while traveling as a passenger on a motorcycle, and the rider […]
Camille Grammer Opens Up About Breast Implant Removal
Former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Camille Grammer recently opened up about her decision to remove her breast implants, sharing her journey in a social media post on January 2. Grammer, who first got implants in her 20s as part of a popular trend, admitted she no longer wanted them to define her. Over […]
Chelsea Secures Top-Four Spot with Comeback Win Over West Ham
Chelsea returned to the top four in the Premier League after coming from behind to beat West Ham on former manager Graham Potter’s return to Stamford Bridge. After fellow top-four contenders Manchester City and Newcastle lost at the weekend, the Blues were made to work hard for the three points which came thanks to a […]
South Africa Orders Taiwan to Relocate Embassy
South African government has given Taiwan until the end of March to relocate the island’s de facto embassy outside of the capital city Pretoria. Taiwanese Foreign Ministry announced this in a statement and blamed Chinese pressure for the move. It said the demand “shows China’s suppression against Taiwan in South Africa is becoming more serious”, […]
PSC Clarifies It Has No Power Over IGP Appointment or Removal
The Police Service Commission (PSC) stated it has no constitutional powers over the appointment or removal of the Inspector-General of Police (I-G). Its Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, in statement yesterday made the clarification after the commission directed the immediate retirement of all police officers who had served for 35 years or […]
FEC Approves 4.8 Billion Naira for HIV Patients Treatment Program
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a total of $1.07 billion in financing for healthcare sector reforms under the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) program. Briefing newsmen after yesterday’s FEC meeting, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who reeled out some of the Council’s approvals, revealed […]
Telcos Pledge Better Service After FG Approves 50% Tariff Hike
CEOs of telecommunications in the country, have assured subscribers of efficient service delivery to every Nigerian home and work space, after the federal government approved the fifty percent telecommunication tariff hike. The Chairman, Association of Licence Telecommunication Operators in Nigeria, Mr. Gbenga Adeshina, who stated this while highlighting some numerous challenges faced by operators, noted […]
NARD Urges FG to Settle Outstanding MRTF
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has appealed to the Federal Government to pay the 2023 and 2024 outstanding Medical Residency Training Funds (MRTF). Its President, Dr Osundara Tope-Zenith, who made the appeal at a news conference to mark the end of the 2025 National Executive Council (NEC) meeting and Scientific conference of the […]
NCDC Urges Caution Over Ebola Outbreak
The Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, has urged Nigerians to adopt preventive measures against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) following the confirmation of an outbreak in Uganda. He advised the public to maintain strict hygiene practices, including frequent handwashing with soap and water or using hand […]
