FBI: Violent Crime Dropped 4.5% in 2024
The Federal Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday released crime statistics for 2024, based on data submitted by “more than 16,000 law enforcement agencies across the United States.” The report detailed “over 14 million criminal offences, covering a combined population of 95.6 percent United States population, submitted data to the UCR Programme through the National Incident-Based […]
Tinubu Honours D’Tigress with Awards, $100K Each
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred national honours on members of Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their historic triumph at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket Championship. In addition to the prestigious honours, President Tinubu announced a cash reward of $100,000 for each player on the championship-winning team. Members of the technical crew will also […]
MTN Launches ‘Next Afrobeats Star’ with $100K Prize
Telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has launched a brand-new reality music competition aimed at discovering the country’s next breakout Afrobeats sensation. The show, called Next Afrobeats Star, promises a grand prize of a $100,000 music deal for the winner. Four other finalists will also receive recording deals valued between $25,000 and $75,000. MTN’s Chief Marketing Officer, […]
UNN Denies Appointment of New Vice-Chancellor
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has dismissed social media claims suggesting that a new substantive vice-chancellor has been appointed. In an official statement issued Friday night, the university’s acting public relations officer, Inya Egwu, clarified that the appointment process is still underway and no final decision has been made. Titled “No Substantive Vice-Chancellor Has […]
Joao Felix Joins Al-Nassr on Two-Year Deal
Portugal forward Joao Felix has joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr from Club World Cup winners Chelsea on a two-year contract. Neither club disclosed any financial details of the deal, but reports said the transfer could cost up to 43.7 million pounds, consisting of an initial 26.2 million fee plus 17.5 million in potential add-ons. […]
UK May Recognise Palestinian State by September — Starmer
The United Kingdom has announced that it could officially recognise Palestinian statehood as early as September. That’s according to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who made the announcement following a cabinet meeting. However, Starmer said the recognition is conditional, adding that Israel must take “substantive steps” to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, agree to a […]
CAC to Delist 100,000 Inactive Companies
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced plans to delist 100,000 companies from its register over prolonged inactivity and non-compliance with statutory requirements under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA). According to a public notice issued by the Commission, the affected companies have been identified as either not carrying on business, inactive for at […]
OVL Launches 9ja Youth Drive to Train 6,000 Young Nigerians
Ahead of the 2025 international youth day, OVL Foundation has officially kick-started the 9ja Youth Drive initiative aiming to empower over 1,800 Nigerian youths with vocational and tech skills across the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria. Convener of the initiative, Omobolanle Victor Laniyan said the program, targeting individuals aged 18–45, also offers startup resources and […]
Stray Elephant Kills Farmer in Ogun Community
A farmer was reportedly killed by a stray elephant from a government forest reserve in Imobi, Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State. Confirming the incident on Tuesday, Commissioner for Forestry Taiwo Oludotun said authorities are aware of the situation and en route to the community. READ ANOTHER STORY – https://classic97.net/edo-oil-adviser-suspended-fundraising/
Asisat Oshoala Denies Retirement Rumours, Reaffirms Commitment to Super Falcons
Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has dismissed rumours about her retirement from international football, describing the reports as baseless. She clarified the situation while speaking with journalists in Morocco, shortly after Nigeria’s 3-2 victory over the host nation in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations over the weekend. Oshoala reaffirmed her […]
