The Federal Government of Nigeria has been urged to prioritize the revival of the long-neglected Kafin Zaki dam project in Bauchi State, as an essential initiative to enhance agriculture and livestock development in the North-East region. This appeal was made by State Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed during a courtesy visit from the management of […]
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has lauded Carloha Nigeria for its ongoing support of Nigerian football, particularly following the Super Falcons’ historic 10th title win at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The automobile company, which is the official distributor and assembler of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, hosted the victorious Falcons at […]
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is set to lead an assembly of distinguished guests at the final burial ceremony of the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, on Friday. The event will also feature the unveiling of a commemorative book titled “How Not to Be a King,” authored in his honor, in Ibadan. […]
Nigeria’s journey toward a sustainable energy future gained new momentum as government officials, regulators, and key industry players came together in Lagos to chart practical steps toward combating energy poverty and accelerating energy transition. At the 2025 Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE), stakeholders reiterated their commitment to transforming Nigeria’s oil and gas sector […]
Matthew Kuti’s steady climb on the global table tennis stage has triggered a reshuffling of Nigeria’s male player rankings, with the youngster overtaking former African Games champion Olajide Omotayo in the latest International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) update for Week 32 of the 2025 season. Kuti’s recent surge—powered by his West Africa Regional Championships triumph […]
A community-focused initiative titled “First Response for All” has been launched in Lagos, aiming to equip residents with vital emergency response skills across the city. The campaign is a joint effort between Betway, the Lagos State Lottery and Gaming Authority, Ojuse Foundation, and the Nigerian Red Cross Society. Described as a “groundbreaking initiative,” it seeks […]
A community leader and official of the Petroleum Products and Retail Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), Joseph Obele, has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s decision to retain ownership of the Port Harcourt Refinery, rejecting any plans to privatise it. Speaking to journalists in Port Harcourt, Obele — who serves as […]
Nigeria has been awarded the hosting rights for the second edition of the African School Games scheduled for 2027, beating strong contenders like Kenya and South Africa. The announcement came shortly after the conclusion of the inaugural edition in Algeria on Tuesday, where Team Nigeria finished fourth with a total of 25 medals — six […]
Former Belgium international and ex-Genk goalkeeper, Jacky Mathijssen, has weighed in on the striker dilemma at KRC Genk, calling for Tolu Arokodare’s inclusion in the starting lineup despite the club’s plans to sell him. The 24-year-old Nigerian forward, who clinched the Belgian Pro League golden boot last season with 21 goals under manager Thorsten Fink, […]
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome, has faulted the National Assembly’s ongoing constitutional amendment process, insisting that only an entirely new constitution, shaped by the will of the people, can address Nigeria’s deep-rooted governance issues. While the 10th National Assembly’s Joint Committee on Constitution Review has begun work on altering parts of the 1999 Constitution […]
