Новости за 29.08.2024

Abi Olajuwon, daughter of Nigerian-American NBA icon Hakeem Olajuwon, has publicly criticized the Nigerian Ministry of Sports for alleged non-payment after her significant contribution to the Nigerian women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, at the Paris 2024 Olympics as an assistant coach. Under the guidance of FIBA Coach of the Year Reno Wakama, D’Tigress achieved a landmark

The Katsina State Police Command says it has foiled an attempt by bandits to kidnap a girl in Faru village, Jibia Local Government Area of the State. This was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by the Command Public Relations Officer, ASP Abubakar Sadiq He said, “Today, August 29, 2024, at about 0115hrs, a distress

The Rector of Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa, Dr Abiodun Oluseye, said on Wednesday that the polytechnic’s desire to begin manufacturing drones, and air conditioners, among others, before the year runs out has not been abandoned. Oluseye has equally demanded the support of corporate organisations and grants from both organisations and public-spirited individuals, saying

Nigerian-born UFC star, Israel Adesanya, has revealed what led to his decision to become a professional fighter. This is as he also urged aspiring athletes not to follow his footsteps but to create their own path and draw inspiration from him and other celebrated athletes. Fielding questions when he attended a Celestial Church of Christ

The President of the Nigerian Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, was seen leaving the Labour House in Abuja on Thursday morning to honour a police invitation. Ajaero was accompanied by renowned human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), and a group of workers. The police invitation came amid allegations of terrorism financing, which Ajaero and the NLC

The Governor of Taraba State, Dr Agbu Kefas, on Thursday reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to combating violent extremism and curbing terrorism financing, to foster a peaceful environment conducive to development. Kefas made this known in Jalingo, the state capital, during a two-day workshop organised by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre with the support

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, has left the headquarters of the Intelligence Response Team in Abuja. The NLC chairman, who arrived at exactly 10:17am, left at 11.15 am after writing his statement. Ajaero did not speak to journalists at the IRT headquarters. He, however, said he would address journalists at the

A former media aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmed, has revealed that the social media app TikTok is causing more harm than good for Nigeria. Ahmed stated that the platform, increasingly favoured by criminal elements to reach the public, requires stricter regulation by stakeholders. In a post on his X.com account late Wednesday, the

In a move to gradually solve challenges facing the aviation sector, particularly the aircraft shortage, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with one of the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers, Boeing. This was contained in a statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Communications to

A 30-year-old man identified as Chinonso Nwaebonyi, has been arrested by security operatives for allegedly defiling a seven-year-old girl in Awka, Anambra State capital. Nwaebonyi, a native of the Izzi community in Ebonyi State was apprehended after the mother of the seven-year-old reported the incident to the Anambra State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social

President Bola Tinubu has extended condolences to elder statesman and former Minister of Defence, Professor Iya Abubakar, over the passing of his wife, Hajiya Ummu Abubakar. Hajiya Abubakar, who was also the mother-in-law of the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, passed away in Abuja, at 78 years. In a statement on Thursday by his

Kidney damage can sneak up on anyone, often silently and without warning. Unhealthy lifestyle choices and certain habits can put excessive strain on these vital organs, leading to irreversible damage. PUNCH Online reported on Wednesday that our kidneys filter waste, regulate blood pressure, and maintain overall well-being, offering 10 tips to help prevent kidney problems.

Eko Electricity Distribution Company has disconnected the power supply to the University of Lagos, Akoka, over unpaid electricity bills. This was made known in a statement by  the university management on Wednesday The institution has been grappling with the burden of rising electricity costs. This challenge was further made worse when EKEDC upgraded the university’s

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, has just arrived at the Headquarters of the Intelligence Response Team. The police had, in an invitation last week, invited Ajaero to the IRT Headquarters on August 20 by 10 am to answer questions on his alleged involvement in terrorism financing, cybercrime, subversion, criminal conspiracy, and

Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Waheed Ayilara, is dead. Ayilara, it was gathered, died in the early hours of Thursday at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, The Nation reported. Sources close to the family told The Nation he underwent prostate cancer surgery on Wednesday before he died hours later. “We are very

A report from the Central Bank of Nigeria has warned of further financial strain for Nigerians. The report noted that more Nigerians may rely on borrowing to cover increasing expenses over the next six months. The report indicated that household expenditures will continue to rise through the remainder of 2024 and into January 2025. The

Canada-based Nigerian woman, Amaka Patience Sunnberger, has dismissed the possibility of arrest or deportation after the Nigerian House of Representatives urged the Canadian government to prosecute her for inciting violence and genocide against Yoruba and Benin people. In a viral video clip that started trending on X.com on Thursday, Sunnberger cited her Canadian citizenship as

The House of Representatives has written to the Canadian government, urging it to investigate and prosecute Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Nigerian residing in Canada, for making threatening comments against fellow Nigerians of Yoruba and Benin descents. In a video clip that started trending on X.com on Tuesday, a woman’s voice was heard making anti-Yoruba comments

  Chelsea Football Club has extended Kepa Arrizabalaga’s deal to June 2026. According to a post on Fabrizio Romano’s X handle on Thursday, the goalkeeper will join Bournemouth on loan for the remainder of the season. Bournemouth will contribute to salary, but with no buy option in the contract. Kepa spent last season on loan

The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria has charged the newly inducted teachers to acquire more knowledge on digital technology, in other to be able to compete with their counterparts globally. The Registrar/Chief Executive of the TRCN, Prof. Josiah Ajiboye, gave the charge while speaking at the second induction ceremony for the new professional teachers at

The governor of Kwara State, AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq has said that the state is ready to dominate the Nigerian film industry. This came as he said that the state is honoured to be given the hosting rights for the 16th edition of the Best of Nollywood Awards in November. The event will play host to the

Controversial tweets have surfaced after the X (formerly Twitter) handle of French star Kylian Mbappe was hacked early Thursday. Several tweets posted by the French star have continued to make waves across X. Among such, which have now been deleted, Mbappe made a transfer tease at Manchester United before taking sides in the Cristiano Ronaldo-Lionel Messi

The Zamfara State Police Command has condemned the killing of one of its officers, Halliru Liman, who was shot and killed by military personnel. The command demanded a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that those responsible were brought to book. In a statement issued to newsmen on Thursday, the command’s

In an apparent move to support the Federal Government’s policy on the ease of doing business and to tackle economic sabotage and illegal taxation, the police have arrested 20 suspects involved in unauthorised revenue collection and multiple taxations along the Enugu and Abakaliki-Ebonyi highways. The Force Public Relations Officer, Assistant Commissioner of Police Muyiwa Adejobi,

The family of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba aka Mohbad, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Police Service Commission over the handling of the investigation into his death by the Lagos State Police Command. The head of the family’s legal team, Taiwo Odumosu, disclosed this in a statement he signed and