Buildings have caught fire in Sudan’s capital after heavy fighting between the army and rival forces. Videos posted online on Sunday showed the iconic Greater Nile Petroleum Oil Company Tower engulfed in flames. “This is truly painful,” said Tagreed Abdin, an architect of the building, in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. … [Read more…]
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have signed a mutual defence pact, as the three Sahel countries aim to help each other against possible threats of armed rebellion or external aggression. The charter, known as the Alliance of Sahel States, signed on Saturday binds the signatories to assist one another – including militarily – in the … [Read more…]
…to purchase JAMB forms for 20 students The six weeks Free Holiday Lesson organized by the Executive Chairman of Nkanu West LGA, Hon Uchenna Callistus Ejim in all the four development centers has come to an end with the Council Chairman awarding one year scholarship to 24 students with outstanding performances; six from each … [Read more…]
Nigeria has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Republic of Cuba to further enhance collaboration in the field of Innovation, Science and Technology between the two countries. The signing ceremony which took place Saturday on the sidelines of the G77+China Summit at Hotel Palco La Habana, is the high point of Nigeria’s participation … [Read more…]
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has advocated genuine independence of the Legislature to ensure proper checks and balances in the Country. Governor Nwifuru made the call when he received members of House of Representatives adhoc Committee on non- remittance of National Housing Fund who paid him a courtesy visit on Tuesday. The committee which … [Read more…]
The Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, Friday, signed into law, the Enugu State Electricity Bill, describing it as a major step towards economic growth and making the state the premier destination for investment, business, tourism, and living. Speaking at the event, which took place at the Government House, Enugu, Dr. Mbah said the … [Read more…]
The United Arab Emirates has contradicted claims by the Nigerian government that it is to lift a year-long visa ban on Nigerian travelers. An official from the Gulf state told CNN: “There are no changes on the Nigeria/UAE travel status so far.” The source asked not to be named because he is not authorized to speak to … [Read more…]
President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso to serve as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This was contained in a press statement by presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, on Friday evening, who said Cardoso will serve for a term of five (5) years at the first … [Read more…]
The Supreme Court, on Friday, declined to nullify the election victory of Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State.The apex court, in a unanimous decision by a five-member panel of Justices, dismissed as incompetent, an appeal that the All Progressives Congress, APC, and its candidate in the state, Uche Nnaji, filed to challenge the return of … [Read more…]
The Chicago State University (CSU), on Thursday, confirmed that President Bola Tinubu attended the university and graduated in 1979 with a bachelor’s degree. The university disclosed this in a statement issued to CBS Broadcasting Inc. generally referred to as CBS News, one of America’s biggest and most influential news network. It, however, pointed out that … [Read more…]
Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé lead the 12-player shortlist for FIFA’s The Best Men’s Player nominees, with England midfielder Declan Rice also nominated after captaining former club West Ham United to Europa Conference League success. Argentina captain Messi, now playing for MLS side Inter Miami, is aiming to win the award for a record third time having been given the honour in 2019 and 2022. But … [Read more…]
*Says trapped funds not loan, will be repaid *Insists airlines must have reciprocal rights under our BASAs The federal government through the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, yesterday, disclosed that it was working on the final details on the United Arab Emirates visa issue. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, … [Read more…]