Expect new young players in Super Eagles from Chelle – NFF boss, Gusau
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed that the Super Eagles squad will feature new young players in upcoming matches. NFF President, Ibrahim Gusau, stated that coach Eric Chelle is actively integrating fresh talents into the national team to strengthen the squad for future competitions. According to Gusau, the inclusion of young players is part […]
ADC appoints Donald Duke Chairman of Leadership Forum
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appointed former Cross River State governor, Donald Duke, as Chairman of its newly established Leadership Forum. Duke, who previously contested for president and recently left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was confirmed during a stakeholders’ and executive meeting of the party in Cross River State. Party leaders described the […]
Heineken to Slash Up to 6,000 Jobs as Beer Sales Slide
Dutch brewing giant Heineken announced plans to cut up to 6,000 jobs over the next two years amid “challenging market conditions” and falling beer volumes. The move is part of a cost-saving push to boost productivity across the company.CEO Dolf van den Brink, who is stepping down after nearly six years, said, “We remain prudent […]
Family of Four Found Dead in Ocala Home; Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Suspected
A U.S. Coast Guard reservist, his wife and their two children were found dead inside their Ocala home Friday night in what authorities believe may have been a case of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office said deputies conducted a welfare check at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Feb. 7 at a residence […]
Osayi-Samuel Explains Decision to Represent Nigeria Over England
Birmingham City right-back Bright Osayi-Samuel has revealed that his deep-rooted connection to Nigeria and the unity within the Super Eagles squad were decisive factors in choosing to represent the West African nation over England at international level. The 28-year-old defender, who was eligible to play for both countries, said his upbringing and strong cultural ties […]
Cubana Chiefpriest Fires Back at Isaac Fayose Over Comments on Igbo Alliance with Tinubu Government
Celebrity businessman and socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chiefpriest, has publicly criticized businessman Isaac Fayose following remarks condemning Igbo leaders and entrepreneurs for aligning with the current administration. The controversy stems from a video shared by Fayose on Tuesday, February 10, in which he accused prominent Igbo businessmen of abandoning calls for the […]
Popular TikToker Peller Reportedly Set to Receive Lamborghini Urus From Dubai Billionaire
Popular Nigerian TikTok creator and live streamer, Peller, is at the center of widespread online buzz following reports that he is poised to receive a Lamborghini Urus from a Dubai-based billionaire identified as SammyDubai. The development gained traction after screenshots of an alleged WhatsApp conversation between the influencer and the Dubai businessman surfaced on social […]
Trump Threatens to Block Opening of $4 Billion US-Canada Bridge Amid Escalating Trade Dispute
US President Donald Trump has threatened to prevent the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a major new crossing between the United States and Canada, in a sharp escalation of ongoing trade and diplomatic tensions. In a post on Truth Social on Monday, Trump said he would “not allow” the 1.5-mile bridge linking Detroit, […]
NELFUND has paid 265 tertiary institutions for 1.5 million applications – Sawyerr
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has paid approved student loan funds to 265 tertiary institutions across the country. This was disclosed by the Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, who said the payments cover about 1.5 million student applications processed so far. According to Sawyerr, the fund was created to ease the financial […]
CMDs blame budget cuts as Reps faults teaching hospitals over poor research funding
Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) of federal teaching hospitals have blamed reduced government allocations for the decline in research activities, as members of the House of Representatives raised concerns about poor research funding in the institutions. The lawmakers reportedly questioned hospital management over the low level of innovation and academic output. During a recent engagement, the […]