IMF raises global economic growth forecast
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for global growth this year, from 4.2% to 4.6%. It said the world economy grew strongly in the first part of this year, mainly thanks to robust growth in Asia. However, the UK was almost unique in having its 2010 growth forecast revised slightly down, while its 2011 forecast was cut by the IMF from 2.5% to 2.1%.
2011: We are yet to decide on Jonathan, says S-East PDP scribe, Okpaleke
Any time an election is drawing closer, there are bound to be people who have interests presenting their interests in various ways. Yes, the so called schism is there in the PDP but I believe it is a presentation of interests of people inside PDP who presently are not in governance, who are not in elective or
appointive offices but want to get into offices.
Nigeria needs athletics revolution – Ijirigho
Former Nigerian international athlete, Bruce Ijirigho has urged Nigerian state governors to emulate their Cross Rivers counterpart, Liyel Imoke who started a grassroots athletics programme with potentials to produce top quality athletes for the country.
Ace actor, Prince James Uche is dying
Except a miracle happens and fast too, Abia state-born veteran actor, Prince James Uche may not survive the illness that has left him bedridden for eight months.
How much I miss Nollywood – RMD
If there’s anything, Richard Mofe Damijo, RMD misses most, since he joined the political terrain of Delta State as the Commissioner in charge of Culture, it’s his love for the make-believe world. Although, he still finds time to interact with some of his colleagues in the acting profession, the attraction of the stage remains one of the greatest prices he has to pay so far for veering into politics.
The big drop Bayelsa, Gateway, Ranchers Bees bite the dust
Bayelsa United, Gateway FC of Abeokuta, Ranchers Bees and Wikki Tourist made their exit from the Globacom Premier League last Wednesday but it was the relegation of Bayelsa United, just one season after winning the title and competing in the CAF Champions League, that attracted attention.
Our league is a joke -Onigbinde
Former Shooting Stars Sports Club coach Adegboye Onigbinde is not a happy man. His state of mind emanates from the structure of the Nigeria Premier League which he said was poorly managed.
Eedris begs NB Plc
Finally the ghost of the controversial 2004 edition of the star studded Nigerian Breweries PLC sponsored Star Mega Jams concerts was put to rest Sunday, at the La Cachette Restaurant venue of the album launch of the musical group, The Pulse.
Lagos feels the The Pulse’s Sote
It was fun galore last Sunday when The Pulse, the 2009 Star Quest winner, of the Star lager sponsored music talent hunt show launched their debut album.
Exposed! Truth about Cynthia’s engagement
That which she declined to divulge in an interview she granted this writer has been brought to the open. MTV’s Nigerian VJ, Cynthia Okpala is now officially engaged to good-looking hubby….
Is GT out of the Storm?
It took him nearly four years to debut with an album even though his talents were obvious and the crowd craved endlessly for him. About eight months down that release, GT is still yet to find a place in the market and he’s confronted with the decision that will ultimately create a music future for him or nullify the progress he’s made so far. ‘Do I leave? Or do I stay?’; that is the dilemma.
Imagine Cup 2010: Microsoft announces winners, gives out $240,000
Team Skeek from Thailand took home the grand prize of $25,000 (U.S.) in the Software Design category for their solution eyeFeel, which allows hearing-impaired people to communicate with others via an augmented-reality environment.
Borno workers embark on indefinite strike
BARELY two weeks after all the five Borno State-owned tertiary institutions embarked on an indefinite strike over non-payment of their entitlements, civil servants on the pay of the state government, as well as those in the 27 local government areas of the state, have been instructed by the state Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Comrade Garba Ngamdu, to join their counterparts in the strike beginning from today following the inability of the state government to address some of their pressing demands.
FG to add 225Mw of electricity to national grid
The Federal Government announced yesterday that it will add 225 Mw of electricity to the national grid in March 201.
The Minister of State for Power, Engr Nuhu Wya disclosed when he received the Minister for Special Duties, Navy Capt,Omoniyi Olubolade (rtd) in his office.
96-year-old mother kidnapped in Delta
A 96-year-old mother of a King-elect of Umukwata kingdom in Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State has been kidnapped. Identified as Madam Celina Abaja, mother of Friday Abaja, King-elect of Umukwata Kingdom, was abducted at about 9pm on Monday night.
2011: Voters’ register ‘ll be ready before elections – Jega
CHAIRMAN,Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Attahiru Jega disclosed yesterday that the much awaited credible voters’ register will be ready before the 2011 general elections.
