Equity investors adopted a cautious stance on Monday as they anticipated a significant interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve this week while also grappling with concerns over the Chinese economy. The yen appreciated to less than 140 against the dollar for the first time since mid-2023, ahead of the Federal Reserve’s decision on Wednesday […]
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ASUU Denounces Dismissals of 120 Academics Over Strike Participation
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Yola Zone has strongly criticized the dismissal of approximately 120 academics from various universities who participated in the 2021 national strike. ASUU Yola Zone Coordinator, Dani Mammam, named affected institutions including Federal University of Technology Owerri, Lagos State University, and Ebonyi State University, among others. Mammam condemned the […]
Bauchi University VC Denounces Fake Social Media Account
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, has issued a statement distancing itself from a fraudulent Facebook account falsely attributed to its Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sani Usman Kunya. According to the university’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Zailani Bappa, the fake account appears to be part of a scam aimed at deceiving individuals into transferring money […]
Nigeria and UK Clash Over Air Peace Landing Rights at Heathrow
The dispute between Nigeria and the United Kingdom has intensified over landing rights for Nigerian carrier Air Peace at London’s Heathrow Airport. Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has sent a formal complaint to the UK Secretary of State for Transport, Louise Haigh, requesting that Air Peace be granted landing slots at […]
Zamfara Governor Expresses Deep Sadness OverFatal Boat Accident
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has conveyed his profound sorrow following a tragic boat accident in Gummi Local Government Area that claimed the lives of over 40 individuals. An overloaded boat, which collided with an oncoming vessel, capsized in the Bakin Kasuwa River, leading to the fatal incident. Governor Lawal described the mishap as […]
40 Dead in Zamfara Boat Mishap
The Zamfara State Government has confirmed that 40 people died in a boat accident in Gummi Local Government Area. The incident occurred over the weekend when a boat capsized in the Bakin Kasuwa River at Uban Dawaki community. Details of the Incident: Governor Lawal expressed his condolences and assured that measures will be taken to […]
Top Nigerian Performers Abroad: Lookman, Boniface, Osimhen Shine
Last weekend, Nigerian footballers continued to make their mark in leagues across Europe. Here’s a roundup of their standout performances: Sunday, September 15: Saturday, September 14: Notable Performances:
Highlights from the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards: Full List of Winners
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards, held on Sunday in Los Angeles, celebrated the finest in television, with notable winners and groundbreaking performances. Top Winners: Acting Awards: Supporting Awards: Directing and Writing: Other Notable Awards: Hosted by Eugene and Dan Levy, the ceremony was broadcast live on ABC from L.A.’s Peacock Theater.
Second Assassination Attempt on Trump at Florida Golf Course
Former U.S. President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at his golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday. This marks the second attack on Trump in under two months, following a previous incident in July at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a rallygoer was killed and Trump was injured. Secret Service […]
Telcos Begin Disconnection of 66 Million Unlinked SIM Cards in Nigeria
Telecom companies in Nigeria have commenced the disconnection of around 66 million mobile lines that are yet to be linked to the National Identification Number (NIN) in compliance with a directive from the federal government. The move comes after multiple deadline extensions aimed at encouraging Nigerians to link their Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards to […]