Donald Trump’s Tariff Plans could be a blow to Canada’s Economy
Canada has promised to implement a set of sweeping new security measures along the country’s US border, including strengthened surveillance and a joint “strike force” to target transnational organised crime. Announcing details of the plan, Canada’s minister of finance and intergovernmental affairs said the federal government would devote 1.3bn Canadian Dollars to the plan. The […]
Davido To Headline His First UK Stadium Concert With 50 Cent & Mary J Blige
Davido will on July 3, 2025, headline his first stadium concert in the United Kingdom, alongside 50 Cent and Mary J Blige. The concert is billed for the 60,000-capacity Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the United Kingdom. The history-making event for Davido will come after he drops his fifth album ‘5ive’ in March 2025. Read Related Story […]
FG Offers Free Train Service During Yuletide
The Federal Government has said it would offer free train service to all Nigerians from Dec. 20 up until Jan. 5, 2025. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, told State House correspondents after the FEC meeting yesterday that the Free Transportation (train) initiative aligns with President Tinubu’s commitment to reducing the socio-economic […]
FIFA Confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 Men’s World Cup Host
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, has confirmed Saudi Arabia as host of the men’s soccer World Cup in 2034. Similarly, the world soccer’s governing body yesterday announced that the 2030 World Cup will be held in Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with one-off matches in three South American countries. The combined proposal from Morocco, Spain and Portugal […]
US Embassy in Nigeria Updates Visa Process
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has announced updates to its immigration visa process, effective January 1, 2025. According to the embassy shared on its official X page, Applicants with scheduled interviews will now need to visit the Consulate General in Lagos twice as part of the application procedure. It noted that the new process; […]
French Military Begin Withdrawal From Chad
France has started withdrawing its military from Chad, with the departure of two warplanes that were based in the capital N’Djamena. This comes two weeks after Chad said it was ending its defence cooperation pact with Paris. According to France Army spokesperson, Colonel Guillaume Vernet, the move marks the beginning of the return of French equipment stationed […]
South Korean President Banned From Foreign Travel
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been banned from leaving the country over a failed attempt at imposing martial law, amid growing calls for him to step down and a deepening leadership crisis. Yoon has apologised for the botched attempt and said he was leaving his political and legal fate to his ruling People […]
Real Madrid and Manchester City Dominate FIFPRO World 11 Team
Six players from Champions League winners Real Madrid and four from Manchester City feature in this year’s FIFPRO World 11. For the first time in almost 20 years Lionel Messi was absent from the list announced yesterday by the global players’ association. The Argentinian, who holds the all-time record with 17 selections, was replaced in […]
South East, South-South Senators calls for Wider Consultations on Controversial Tax Bill
The South East and South-South Caucus in the Senate have joined groups of stakeholders, calling for wider consultations on the Tax Reform Bills pending for consideration and possible passage by both Chambers of the National Assembly. The leader of the caucus, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, who made this known to newsmen after a closed door meeting […]
Enyimba Fight Back To Draw Against Zamalek In CAF Confederation Cup
Enyimba fought back from a 2-0 down to draw 2-2 with holders Zamalek of Egypt in their CAF Confederation Cup Group D clash in Uyo. The People’s Elephant had chances to win the game but were let down by their poor finishing. Coach Daniel Olanrewaju’s side now have one point from two games. The Aba […]
