Invest at Home – Dangote Urges Entrepreneurs, Says Nigeria Is Like a ‘Scratch Card’
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has called on Nigerian entrepreneurs to focus their investments at home instead of rushing abroad. Speaking at a business event, he described Nigeria as a “scratch card,” meaning the country’s real value only appears when people put in effort to unlock opportunities. He explained that many nations that Nigerians run […]
AFCON 2025: Angola coach slams FIFA over player release decision
The head coach of Angola’s national team has criticised FIFA for its recent stance on player release ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. He expressed frustration that many clubs may not allow African players to join their national teams early enough for proper preparation. According to him, this decision could weaken African teams […]
Youth dies after fight at naming ceremony in Bauchi
A naming ceremony in Bauchi turned tragic after a fight broke out, leading to the death of a young man. What was supposed to be a joyful family celebration quickly turned into chaos when a disagreement reportedly escalated into physical violence. Witnesses said the argument started over a minor issue but soon got out of […]
God’ll punish those behind insecurity, bloodbath in Nigeria – Gumi
Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has condemned the rising insecurity and constant bloodshed in Nigeria, saying those responsible will face divine punishment. He explained that innocent people are suffering every day, and anyone causing pain, fear, or destruction will not escape God’s judgment. According to Gumi, the situation has gone beyond politics and now concerns […]
We’ll fight – Messi says Argentina can win World Cup again
Lionel Messi has said Argentina still has what it takes to win the World Cup again. The captain explained that the team is hungry, motivated, and ready to give everything on the pitch. According to him, Argentina knows how tough it is to defend a World Cup title, but the players believe they can do […]
Two Zamfara Assembly members resign from APC, one defects to PDP
Two members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have stepped down from the All Progressives Congress (APC), with one of them officially switching to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Their decisions were confirmed in separate letters read during the House plenary. The lawmakers said their exit was due to internal issues in the APC […]
Ambassadorial list: Over 70 percent of people around Tinubu previously worked against him – Presidency
The Nigerian Presidency has stated that more than 70 percent of individuals included in President Bola Tinubu’s ambassadorial list had previously opposed him. The government defended the appointments, saying experience and competence were key considerations in the selection process. The Presidency explained that despite past political differences, the chosen candidates have proven their capacity to […]
Health stakeholders urge govt to prioritize sector, explore public-private partnership
Health experts and stakeholders in Nigeria have called on the government to give urgent attention to the healthcare sector. They emphasized that improving health services should be a national priority to ensure the well-being of citizens and strengthen the country’s healthcare system. The stakeholders suggested that the government explore public-private partnerships (PPPs) as a way […]
Tinubu govt not looking for perfect people – Bwala on nominations of Reno Omokri, others as ambassadors
The Nigerian government under President Tinubu is not looking for perfect individuals to serve as ambassadors, according to political analyst Bwala. He emphasized that the administration values competence and ability to represent Nigeria’s interests abroad over perfection. This statement comes amid debates surrounding the nominations of Reno Omokri and other prominent figures as ambassadors. Bwala […]
3.3-magnitude earthquake hits north-west England
A 3.3-magnitude earthquake was reported in north-west England, causing minor tremors but no immediate reports of major damage or injuries. Residents in the affected areas said they felt a sudden shake, with some items in homes moving slightly. Local authorities confirmed the earthquake and assured the public that safety measures are being monitored. Seismologists explained […]