Nigeria Accepts Invitation to Join BRICS as a Partner Country
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Nigeria has accepted the invitation to join BRICS as a partner country. The ministry in a statement issued by its Acting Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said the partnership will help align Nigeria’s aspirations for inclusive growth and regional integration, in line with the best practices of strategic autonomy. […]
Nigerian-American Commander Makes History in U.S. Navy
Nigerian-American Commander Matuwo Olufokunbi has made history as the first Nigerian-American to qualify as a nuclear engineer under the U.S. Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program. He also becomes the third Nigerian-born officer to command a U.S. Navy warship. Fellow Nigerian-born Navy officer Victor Agunbiade celebrated the achievement, sharing the milestone on social media and commending Olufokunbi’s […]
Tanzania Denies Marburg Disease Outbreak
Tanzania has denied reports of a suspected outbreak of the deadly Marburg disease in the northwest of the country. On Tuesday, the World Health Organization had said nine possible cases had been reported in the remote Kagera region, and eight infected persons had died. But Tanzania’s Health Minister, Jenista Mhagama, today said after samples were […]
Home Eagles To Face Senegal, Congo, Sudan In CHAN 2024 Group D
The home-based Super Eagles will face holders Senegal, Congo and Sudan in Group D at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), after a six-year absence to the biennial competition The draw ceremony took place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi – Kenya last night, for the competition which will be co-hosted by Kenya, […]
Nigeria’s inflation Rate hits 34.80%
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate jumped to 34.80% in December 2024 from 34.60% in November 2024. In its latest Consumer Price Index report released yesterday, the National Bureau of Statistics said the December 2024 headline inflation rate showed a marginal increase of 0.20% compared to the November 2024 headline inflation rate. It attributed the increase to […]
Céline Dion Honors René Angélil: ‘Forever Missed’
Céline Dion paid a heartfelt tribute to her late husband, René Angélil, on the ninth anniversary of his passing. The iconic singer shared a photo on January 14 featuring her three sons, honoring Angélil, who passed away from throat cancer in 2016 at age 73. “René, it’s hard to believe it’s been nine years since […]
Tinubu reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Sustainability
President Bola Tinubu has re-emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to sustainability and its role in shaping a global energy future. Speaking to an international audience of leaders, policymakers, and climate advocates, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, President Tinubu acknowledged the critical need for global collaboration to address the challenges of climate change and economic development. President Tinubu assured […]
National Assembly to Complete Electoral Reforms Before Elections
The National Assembly has vowed to complete electoral reforms ahead of the off-cycle elections coming up this year. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, who gave the assurance upon resumption of lawmakers at plenary, emphasized that the foundation of every thriving democracy is viable electoral reforms. Our correspondent, Raliat Adenekan reports that the Senate President urged his colleagues […]
CBN Sanctions Nine Banks for Failing to Dispense Vash via ATMs
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sanctioned Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) for failing to make Naira notes available through automated teller machines (ATMs), during the yuletide season. The affected banks which include Fidelity Bank Plc, First Bank Plc, Keystone Bank Plc, Union Bank Plc, Globus Bank Plc, Providus Bank Plc, Zenith Bank Plc, United […]
Retired Actress Dalyce Curry Dies in Los Angeles Wildfires
Retired actress Dalyce Curry, renowned for her roles in The Blues Brothers, The Ten Commandments, and Lady Sings the Blues, has died at age 95 during the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. Authorities confirmed her remains were found at her burned-down property in Altadena, California. According to her great-granddaughter, Dalyce Kelley, Curry was last seen […]
