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CAF Awards 2024: Ademola Lookman makes Final Shortlist For Men’s player of the year

Nigerian footballer Ademola Lookman has been named among the final five contenders for the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) revealed the shortlist on Thursday, December 12. Lookman, who plays for Atalanta in Italy, is up against strong competition from Simon Adingra, Serhou Guirassy, Achraf Hakimi, and […]

World Bank to approve Nigeria’s $500m loan request, 10th under Tinubu

On December 13, 2024, the World Bank is expected to approve a $500 million loan for Nigeria. This funding is part of the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) – Scale Up, aimed at improving rural infrastructure and boosting agricultural marketing in the country. The initiative seeks to bridge the gap between rural communities […]

Airport e-gates aided arrest of 10 wanted persons – Nigerian Govt

The Nigerian government has revealed that the e-gates installed at five of the country’s international airports have helped authorities arrest 10 wanted individuals. This was shared by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. The e-gates are part of an advanced border control system linked to data from […]

German President’s Activities In Lagos (Photos And Videos)

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier recently visited Lagos as part of his official trip to Nigeria. His visit was marked by a warm welcome at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, where Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi Hamzat joined dignitaries to greet him. On his first evening, President Steinmeier toured the renowned Nike Art Gallery, a hub for Nigerian […]

2027: Atiku Has Lost Igbo Support For Proposing Northern Presidency – Ohanaeze

Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the leading Igbo socio-political group, has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for supporting a Northern presidency in the 2027 elections. According to Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Secretary-General of the Chidi Ibeh-led faction of Ohanaeze, Atiku’s decision has alienated him from the Igbo community, which views it as a betrayal of the principle of […]

Affected Amoxycillin Batch Not From Us – ECOMED Pharma

ECOMED Pharma Ltd, known for its quality pharmaceutical products and as the 2023 Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award winner, has denied any involvement in the production of a fake amoxycillin batch with the code 4C639001. This batch, flagged by NAFDAC for safety concerns, was reported to have caused severe side effects in patients. NAFDAC issued a […]

Buhari Did His Best As President, Says Ooni

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, recently praised former President Muhammadu Buhari for his contributions to Nigeria during his time as President. The remarks came during a two-day visit to Buhari’s home in Daura, Katsina State, where they discussed important matters about Nigeria’s progress. The Ooni described Buhari as looking much younger, healthier, and […]

Economic Council Approves New Revenue Commission Legislation 

The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, has taken a significant step to strengthen Nigeria’s fiscal management by approving a draft bill to update the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) law. This decision was disclosed by Anambra State Governor, Professor Charles Soludo, during a media briefing after NEC’s final […]