< 1 mn read “NPFL Appoints Shooting Stars Chairman Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro to Board” The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has confirmed the appointment of Shooting Stars chairman Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro to its board, as announced by NPFL secretary Danladi Ibrahim. Akoro steps into the role previously held by Abdullahi Umar of Doma United, who left after his club’s […]
< 1 mn read Leandro Trossard’s potential move to Al-Ittihad for €35 million could be a significant decision for Arsenal. Given that Mikel Arteta has added Raheem Sterling to his squad and still has Gabriel Martinelli available, it might make sense for Arsenal to consider the offer if they feel they have adequate coverage in Trossard’s position. Trossard’s contribution […]
< 1 mn read In the aftermath of Manchester United’s 3-0 defeat to Liverpool, Casemiro’s wife, Anna Mariana, responded to the backlash directed at her husband. Casemiro was substituted by manager Erik ten Hag at halftime, following a challenging first half where he was involved in the mistakes leading to Liverpool’s first two goals. The decision to replace Casemiro […]
< 1 mn read A tiger handler at Dreamworld in Australia was hospitalized after being attacked by a tiger while working at the amusement park. The handler sustained injuries to her arm and is currently in stable condition. Dreamworld has stated that the attack was an isolated incident and will review their protocols.
< 1 mn read Gunmen believed to be Boko Haram insurgents attacked Mafa village in Tarmuwa Local Government Area of Yobe, looting and burning shops and houses. ATTACK DETAILS: The attackers, who arrived on over 50 motorcycles, used rifles and RPGs in the assault, resulting in numerous casualties. The exact number of fatalities has not yet been confirmed. OTHER […]
< 1 mn read As Nigeria faces a severe fuel crisis, calls for accountability within the oil sector are intensifying. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is reportedly burdened with a $6 billion debt to petrol suppliers, which has exacerbated the ongoing fuel shortages. FINANCIAL STRAIN: NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, has acknowledged the company’s significant […]
< 1 mn read The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) reported that Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles, depicted in a viral video as destroyed by terrorists, were actually immobilized by Nigerian troops after becoming stuck in a swampy area in Zamfara Forest. This occurred during an August 29 operation aimed at dislodging terrorists in Kwashabawa Village, Zurmi Local Government Area. […]
< 1 mn read The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is preparing to start supplying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), or petrol, soon. This follows a successful test run of the refinery’s petrol production, which has a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day. The new fuel supply is expected to potentially lower petrol prices in Nigeria. DISTRIBUTION DETAILS: A government source revealed […]
< 1 mn read The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has uncovered that 21 candidates used fake IJMB results for admission during the 2023 academic session. This follows JAMB’s 2021 launch of the Nigerian Post-Secondary Education Data System verification platform designed to combat result forgery. DISCOVERY AND IMPACT: JAMB found that 21 candidates with forged IJMB results were […]
2 mn read Since taking office, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has faced both praise and criticism for its economic and financial decisions. While some view these expenditures as necessary for the country’s development and stability, others see them as excessive or misdirected. Here are five particularly controversial expenditures that have sparked debate: Budget Allocated to the First Lady’s […]
