Manchester United’s young talents, Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho, have been named on the six-man shortlist for the 2024 PFA Young Player of the Year award. The shortlist also features Cole Palmer, Bukayo Saka, Michael Olise, and Joao Pedro, all of whom had standout performances in the previous season. The competition for this year’s award […]
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Developing a Robust Local Air Cargo System for Agro Products in Nigeria
Transporters of food and agricultural products in Nigeria face significant challenges in getting their goods from farms to markets. The primary obstacles include poor road conditions, multiple taxes, harassment, insecurity, and robbery, all of which contribute to the country’s growing food crisis. As a result, there is a pressing need to develop more viable options […]
Mangal Cement’s Entry Poised to Shake Up Nigeria’s Cement Market
The Nigerian cement industry is on the brink of a significant transformation with the introduction of Dahiru Mangal’s Cement Plant in Moba, Kogi State. Valued at $1.5 billion, the plant’s capacity to produce 200 trucks of cement daily could dramatically alter the market by increasing supply and potentially driving down prices. The plant is expected […]
Tragic Helicopter Crash in Australia: Pilot Killed, Hotel Evacuated
A helicopter on an unauthorized flight crashed into the roof of a hotel in Cairns, a popular tourist destination in northern Australia, early Monday morning, resulting in the death of the pilot and the evacuation of hundreds of hotel guests. According to Reuters, emergency crews responded around 2 a.m. local time (1600 GMT on Sunday) […]
NDIC Disburses N5 Million to Majority of Heritage Bank’s Defunct Customers
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has announced the successful disbursement of N5 million each to 82.36% of the former customers of the now-defunct Heritage Bank. This payout follows the revocation of Heritage Bank’s license by the Central Bank of Nigeria on June 3, 2024, due to ongoing financial instability and regulatory violations. The NDIC […]
Soludo Launches Second Batch of ‘One-Youth-Two-Skills’ Initiative in Anambra State
Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra State has launched the second phase of the ‘One-Youth-Two-Skills’ initiative, aimed at empowering the youth with practical skills. The event, held at the International Convention Centre in Awka, saw around 8,620 participants selected from 183,000 applicants. In his speech, Governor Soludo emphasized the importance of human capital development, stating […]
NUATE Warns of Imminent Collapse of Nigerian Aviation Agencies
The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has raised serious concerns about the potential collapse of Nigerian aviation agencies due to the ongoing 50% deduction of their Internally Generated Revenues (IGRs) by the Federal Government. The union highlighted that these deductions, which have intensified under the current administration since late 2023, are severely hindering […]
Top 10 Countries with the Best Healthcare Systems
In the quest for optimal health and well-being, certain countries have set the standard for exceptional healthcare systems. This article highlights the top nations renowned for their exemplary healthcare services, based on CEOWorld’s rankings. The evaluation considers factors such as medical infrastructure, availability of medical professionals, cost, government readiness, and overall healthcare index.
Obasanjo Criticizes Nigerian Leaders and Calls for Fundamental Change
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has sharply criticized current leaders, suggesting that many are unfit to hold public office and should face imprisonment. Speaking at his home in Abeokuta, Ogun State, during a meeting with House of Representatives members, Obasanjo expressed skepticism about proposed constitutional reforms, including a single six-year presidential term and regional rotation […]
Criticism Mounts Over Handling of #EndBadGovernance Protests: Allegations of Rights Violations
The #EndBadGovernance protests in Nigeria have intensified scrutiny of the actions taken by key government officials and security forces. The demonstrations, which have highlighted widespread discontent over corruption and poor governance, have reportedly been met with aggressive tactics from the Inspector General of Police, the National Security Adviser, and other officials, raising concerns about democratic […]