Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson says he has cancer with a year to live
Former England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson says he has “best case a year” to live after being diagnosed with cancer. The 75-year-old Swede was the first foreign coach to manage England and led the side to the quarter-finals of the 2002 and 2006 World Cup and 2004 Euros. Eriksson, who had a 42-year career in management, […]
15 dead after major rioting and looting in Papua New Guinea
A state of emergency has been declared in Papua New Guinea’s capital after at least 15 people were killed in rioting. Prime Minister James Marape revealed yesterday that more than 1,000 troops are on standby “to step in wherever necessary”. The unrest follows wider tensions in the Pacific Island nation over rising costs and high […]
President Tinubu approves committee to revive Ajaokuta Steel Mill and establish others
President Bola Tinubu has approved the setting up of an inter-ministerial committee on the execution of three steel development projects, including the revival of the Ajaokuta Steel Mill from the Light Steel Mill section. Minister of Steel Development, Shauibu Audu, who disclosed this to newsmen at the State House, Abuja, after he and the Minister […]
CBN appoints new executives for Union, Keystone, and Polaris Bank
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced a new appointment of executive officers for Union Bank, Keystone Bank, and Polaris Bank following the dissolution of the board of the banks on Wednesday. The acting director of Corporate Communication, Sidi-Ali Hakama, made this disclosure in a circular dated January 10, 2024. According to the CBN, the […]
Festus Keyamo tells newly appointed CEOs to Resign if their goal is to make money
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has told the newly appointed Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and directors of the aviation agencies to resign if their goal in office is to make money and not serve the Nigerian people. He also told the CEOs and directors to optimally carry out their duties in […]
Federal Government warns Nigerians against outbreak of meningitis
The Federal government has warned Nigerians about the increased risk of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) during the dry season, characterized by dust, winds, and cold nights, saying that in 2023, 190 lives were lost to this disease. It said the warning becomes important as the weather condition brings with it frequent upper respiratory tract infections that […]
Tiwa Savage Joins the film industry
Popular Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage has joined the film industry as an actress and producer. She announced that her debut film, ‘Water and Garri,’ will be released later this year,with her as the lead actor. She explained via her social media page on Wednesday that the film, which took twoyears to make, will be aired […]
2024 Screen Actors Guild Award Nominations Announced
Cameo are delighted to provide radio assets for many of today’s nominees.Click on the links below to access Oddyo pages to download audio for broadcast. Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion PictureAmerican FictionBarbieThe Color PurpleKillers Of The Flower MoonOppenheimer Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor In Leading RoleBradley Cooper – Maestro Colma Domingo – RustinPaul […]
Super Eagles Arrive Abidjan for AFCON 2023 beginning Saturday
Three-time champions Nigeria have arrived in the Ivorian capital, Abidjan for the 34th Africa Cup of Nations finals. According to Ademola Olajire NNF Media Director, the chartered aircraft which conveyed players and officials of the Super Eagles touched down at 12.23pm Nigeria time, with the contingent dressed in Nigeria traditional kaftan attire with cap to […]
CBN sacks boards of Union Bank, Keystone Bank, and Polaris Bank over breaches of Institutions Act
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sacked the boards of Union Bank, Polaris Bank and Keystone Bank. The apex bank in a statement signed by its Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Sidi Hakama, said “this action became necessary due to the non-compliance of these banks and their respective boards with some sections of the […]
