Nigerian govt gives update on national grid collapse
The Nigerian government has confirmed that restoration of the national electricity grid has been completed following a collapse on Tuesday, the second such incident since last Friday. The Nigeria Independent System Operator (NISO) reported that electricity restoration began around 11:00 a.m., shortly after the collapse, which occurred at about 10:48 a.m. According to NISO, the […]
EPL: Chelsea set to terminate Raheem Sterling’s contract
Chelsea are reportedly set to terminate Raheem Sterling’s contract in the coming days, according to the Daily Mail. The 31-year-old forward, who earns £325,000 per week, has not featured for the first team in nearly two years. The contract termination is expected to be completed before the transfer window closes on Monday. Sterling joined Chelsea […]
EPL: No plan to remove Odegaard as Arsenal’s captain – Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Martin Odegaard will continue as the team’s captain despite recent criticisms and calls for a change. The remarks came ahead of Arsenal’s final Champions League group stage match against Kairat Almaty on Wednesday. Some pundits have suggested players like Declan Rice or Gabriel Magalhaes could be better suited […]
Defamation: Oyo Assembly indicts APC lawmaker, rejects apology
The Oyo State House of Assembly has formally indicted an APC lawmaker for alleged defamation, rejecting the lawmaker’s apology. The development came after the legislator was accused of making statements considered damaging to the reputation of a colleague and the integrity of the Assembly. During proceedings, the Speaker of the Assembly emphasized that members must […]
2027: We’ll return you to govt house – APC assures Mutfwang
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has assured Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, of a smooth return to Government House in the 2027 general elections. The assurance came from the party’s National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, during the formal defection of Mutfwang to the APC on Tuesday in Jos. Prof. Yilwatda expressed confidence in the governor’s […]
Onitsha: Blood of Igbo youths killed by ‘external forces’ will be on ‘dictator’ Soludo’s hands – Activists
A group of activists has accused Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, of bearing responsibility for the killing of Igbo youths in Onitsha, allegedly by what they described as “external forces.” The activists warned that the blood of the slain youths would be on the governor’s hands if urgent action is not taken to protect […]
UK PM Starmer visits China after Canada’s Carney trip
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has travelled to China for high-level talks, coming shortly after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit. The move signals renewed diplomatic engagement between Western nations and Beijing amid shifting global economic and political dynamics. Starmer’s visit is expected to focus on trade, investment, climate cooperation and global security issues. […]
Man Utd announce new appointment
Manchester United have announced the appointment of Collette Roche to a newly created role as Chief Executive Officer of the club’s new stadium development. The decision was confirmed on Tuesday as part of the club’s wider plans to modernise and regenerate the Old Trafford area. In her new position, Roche will oversee Manchester United’s involvement […]
Benue: Gov Alia flags-off reconstruction, dualization of 55.09km of roads network
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has officially flagged off the reconstruction and dualization of 55.09 kilometres of road networks in Gboko and nearby areas. The flag-off ceremony took place at Lubona Junction, marking a major step in the state’s drive to improve urban infrastructure and ease movement within Gboko metropolis. According to a […]
Uba Sani flags off reconstruction of ABU Road network
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has officially flagged off the reconstruction of the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) road network, a project aimed at improving access and safety within the university and surrounding communities. The initiative is part of the state government’s broader effort to upgrade critical infrastructure and ease movement in Zaria. Speaking at […]