Shabab Al Ahli Club from the UAE Pro League has reached an agreement with West Ham United to sign French central defender Kurt Zouma, according to Sky Sports UK. This development follows Shabab Al Ahli’s unsuccessful attempt to sign Nigerian defender William Troost-Ekong, who instead opted to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Kholood. Troost-Ekong had […]
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Focus on Farming to Secure Food Supply, Minister Urges Nigerian Farmers
Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has called on Nigerian farmers to prioritize their agricultural activities amidst ongoing protests in Abuja. He stressed the importance of bolstering food security as food prices begin to decline, urging farmers, particularly the youth, to concentrate on farming instead of joining protests. Kyari highlighted the federal […]
Governor Mohammed Criticizes Federal Government Over Hunger and Poverty Amid #EndBadGovernance Protests
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has sharply criticized the federal government for its failure to address widespread hunger, anger, and poverty in Nigeria. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony for the Bauchi State LGA election campaign organized by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), he urged the federal government to cease making excuses and find effective solutions […]
Nwosu-Igbo and Eromosele Promoted to General Managers at FAAN
Mrs. Ijeoma Nwosu-Igbo and Mrs. Christabel Eromosele have been promoted to General Managers at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). Nwosu-Igbo will oversee the Public Affairs Department, while Eromosele will manage Protocol and Passages. The appointments, effective June 2024, follow their successful completion of management promotion exams. Nwosu-Igbo, who has been with FAAN since […]
Charly Boy Slams APC: “You Can’t Give What You Don’t Have”
Nigerian artist Charly Boy has criticized the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC), claiming they have no real intention of addressing the country’s issues. On August 7, 2024, he shared a video on Instagram featuring Nollywood star Kenneth Okonkwo’s recent interview on Channels Television, where Okonkwo criticized the government’s handling of fuel prices and economic hardship. […]
Four Key Players to Watch in Olympic Men’s Football Final
The biggest stars might be absent from the Olympic men’s football tournament, but several players have shone over the past two weeks. AFP Sport highlights four standout players in the upcoming final between France and Spain: Jean-Philippe Mateta The powerful 27-year-old Crystal Palace striker netted 16 goals in the Premier League last season, with 14 […]
Nigerian Immigration Officer Suspended for Soliciting Bribe from Traveller
The Nigeria Immigration Service has suspended Assistant Superintendent of Immigration II, Okpravero Ufuoma, for allegedly seeking a bribe from a traveller. NIS Comptroller General, Kemi Nandap, announced the suspension in a statement by Service Public Relations Officer Kenneth Udo on Thursday in Abuja. Nandap condemned the officer’s actions, which were captured in a viral video, […]
Israel Revokes Diplomatic Status of Norwegian Envoys Amid Gaza Conflict
Israel has revoked the diplomatic status of Norwegian envoys to the Palestinian Authority, according to a statement from Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Thursday. Katz cited Oslo’s “anti-Israel behaviour” since the Gaza war began in October as the reason for this move. Katz stated, “I ordered the termination of any representation on behalf of the […]
NLC Demands Policy Reversal, Condemns Government’s Response to Protests
The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the Federal Government’s handling of the #EndBadGovernance protests and called for an immediate reversal of policies causing economic hardship. During an emergency meeting on Wednesday, the NEC criticized the government’s violent response to the peaceful protests, which began on August 1, 2024, […]
Army Arrests Soldier for Killing Protester in Kaduna
The Nigerian Army has arrested a soldier for the fatal shooting of a protester in Zaria, Kaduna State. According to Army Spokesman Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the incident occurred as the soldier attempted to disperse a crowd during a protest. The soldier, whose name has not been disclosed, fired a warning shot that led to […]