Tinubu: Economic Reforms Key to Reversing Brain Drain
President Bola Tinubu has said human capital flight from Nigeria could be reversed by improving the economy, developing bottom-up policies that addressed needs, and deepening citizens’ collective sense of ownership. Speaking during the Planning Committee for the National Youth Conference at the State House, President Tinubu said the ongoing economic reforms were designed to strengthen […]
Arsenal Stall as Liverpool Close in on Title
Arsenal’s faltering Premier League title challenge suffered another damaging blow after a 1-1 draw against Manchester United at Old Trafford yesterday. The Gunners sit 15 points behind runaway leaders Liverpool, now with just one game in hand. Liverpool had secured a 3-1 win against relegation bound Southampton to inch even closer to the title. Other […]
Mark Carney Succeeds Trudeau as Canada’s Prime Minister
Former central banker, Mark Carney, has won the race to become leader of Canada’s ruling Liberal Party. Official results confirmed yesterday that Carney will now succeed Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister. Carney will take over at a tough time in Canada, which is in the midst of a trade war with longtime ally the United […]
Kenya Police Teargas Protesters Opposing Ruto’s Donation
Police in Kenya have fired tear gas to disperse protesters who tried to occupy a church that was recently given a substantial donation by Kenyan President, William Ruto. The gift to the Jesus Winner Ministry in the Roysambu suburb of Nairobi of 20m shillings (equivalent to $155,000) drew criticism from some young Kenyans struggling with […]
Israel Deploys 3,000 Police for Al-Aqsa Ramadan Prayers
Israeli authorities have announced plans to deploy 3,000 police officers across occupied East Jerusalem ahead of the first Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque during the holy month of Ramadan. Security forces will be stationed in key areas throughout the city, including border crossings and the narrow streets of the Old City. Officials anticipate that tens […]
Senate Suspends Natasha for Six Months
The Nigerian Senate has advised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, to submit a written apology following her accusations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. This recommendation was presented during Thursday’s plenary session by Senator Neda Imasuen, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Public Petitions. The Senate dismissed Natasha’s allegations […]
FG Consumer Protection Sues MultiChoice Nig LTD
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has instituted a legal action against MultiChoice Nigeria Ltd., and its Chief Executive Officer, Mr John Ugbe, for violating regulatory directives. In a statement yesterday, it revealed that the company was also charged for obstructing an ongoing inquiry and engaging in conduct that the Federal Competition and […]
FEC Approves ₦10.3bn for Health Sector Projects
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved about ₦10.3 billion for various health sector projects aimed at improving access to quality healthcare for Nigerians. Briefing State house Correspondent after FEC on Wednesday, Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, said the approval includes funds for essential medicines, diagnostic kits, and medical equipment. Specifically, ₦997 million […]
Akpabio Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations
The Nigerian Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has categorically denied allegations of sexual harassment made against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Centre), which is now before a court of competent jurisdiction. Senator Akpabio at the start today’s plenary session while reacting to the alleged sexual harassment by Senator Natasha stressed that he has always upheld high […]
Chelle Names 35-Man Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has named a 35-man provisional squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. Captain Ahmed Musa, Troost-Ekong, and Joe Aribo return, while six new faces join. The squad includes home-based players like Papa Mustapha and Kayode Bankole, with injured Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and long-absent Maduka Okoye also listed. […]
