< 1 mn read The Boston Celtics clinched their 18th NBA Championship on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, ending a 16-year title drought by defeating the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals at TD Garden. The victory sealed the series 4-1, with Jaylen Brown earning the Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) award for […]
< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has extended birthday felicitations to his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu lauded Onanuga for his professional excellence and significant contributions to journalism and the media landscape in Nigeria. He highlighted Onanuga’s role in the pro-democracy struggles and his leadership positions, including co-founding The News Magazine and serving […]
< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa met privately in Johannesburg on June 19 to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing economic ties between their countries. The meeting, which took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel, followed President Ramaphosa’s second-term inauguration, attended by President Tinubu. During their discussions, President Tinubu […]
< 1 mn read Governor Siminalayi (Sim) Fubara of Rivers State has been widely praised for his commitment to democratic principles, particularly in his handling of the local government chairmen’s tenure completion. The National Vanguard for Rule of Law (NVRL) highlighted Governor Fubara’s respect for the people’s will by allowing the elected local government officials to serve their full […]
< 1 mn read In a recent development at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Justice Inyang Ekwo dismissed a fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by Nadeem Anjarwalla, an executive from Binance Holdings Ltd, against the National Security Adviser (NSA) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The suit was dismissed on grounds of lack of diligent prosecution. […]
< 1 mn read In response to the tragic events caused by torrential rains in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, the government has provided updates and actions taken: ### Incident Details: – **Casualties**: At least 11 people lost their lives due to the torrential rains that affected Abidjan and other localities in Cote d’Ivoire. – **Injuries and Evacuations**: Seven individuals were […]
2 mn read The controversy surrounding Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s actions regarding the removal and subsequent replacement of 23 local government chairmen in Rivers State has stirred significant criticism and condemnation. Here’s a breakdown of the events and reactions: ### Events Leading to Criticism: 1. **Removal of Local Government Chairmen**: Governor Fubara instructed 23 local government chairmen to vacate […]
2 mn read Kobbie Mainoo, a talented midfielder for Manchester United, has expressed his satisfaction with the decision to retain Erik ten Hag as the club’s manager for the upcoming season. Here’s a summary of the key points from the situation: ### Ten Hag’s Continuation at Manchester United – **Pressure and Criticism**: Erik ten Hag faced significant scrutiny […]
2 mn read Jamaican sprint legend Asafa Powell recently shared his insights on the upcoming men’s 100m race at the Paris Olympic Games in August. Here are the key points he discussed: ### Favorite for the Gold Medal Powell highlighted Noah Lyles as the favorite to win the gold medal in the 100m race. He praised Lyles’ speed […]
2 mn read Marc Brys, the current manager of Cameroon’s national football team, has emerged as a potential candidate to replace Finidi George as the head coach of the Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles. Finidi George, who recently took charge of the Super Eagles on a permanent basis, is reportedly on the verge of resigning following disappointing […]
