Breaking: Buhari not ill or in any London hospital – Presidency
****says no one can force him to talk to Nigerians By Levinus Nwabughiogu ABUJA-Following the deafening speculations that President Muhammadu Buhari is critically ill with an undisclosed sickness that may lead to death, the presidency has said that he is not ill and also not on admission in any hospital in London. It said that […]
Buchi Emecheta, author of ‘The Joys of Motherhood’ is dead
Buchi Emecheta, one of Africa’s most celebrated literary icons and author of the popular novel, The Joys of Motherhood, is dead. She died on Wednesday in her sleep at the age of 72 while in London.
Man, 38, sentenced to death for armed robbery in Osun
Justice Kudrat Akano of Osun High Court on Thursday in Osogbo sentenced a 38-year-old man, Ndubusi Okonkwo, to death by hanging, for armed robbery.
26 Nigerians to participate in $2m Sustainable Construction Competition
LafargeHolcim, a leading cement manufacturer said 26 participants, including 12 students from Nigeria have submitted entries for its $2 million Sustainable Construction Competition.
Most US doctors oppose repeal of Obamacare
Most US doctors oppose President Donald Trump’s bid to repeal Barack Obama’s signature health care reform law, saying it needs to be fixed rather than eliminated, a study released Wednesday found.
Drug charges: US court rules against Buruji Kashamu
A U.S. appeals court has upheld a ruling against a Nigerian senator who faces drug charges related to the hit TV show “Orange is the New Black.
Wenger defends Xhaka over airport abuse claim
Arsene Wenger has defended Granit Xhaka after the Arsenal midfielder was spoken to by police over an allegation of racial abuse just days after being sent off for the second time this season.
UK court blocks Nigeria spill claims against Shell
A British court on Thursday blocked pollution claims against Anglo-Dutch energy giant Shell by more than 40,000 Niger Delta residents demanding action over decades of oil spills in the region. Members of the Ogale and Bille communities had applied for the case to be heard in Britain, arguing they could not get justice in Nigeria. […]
Governors’ meeting in Abuja not over Buhari’s health – Lai Mohammed
The Federal Government has debunked reports in the section of the press that governors are meeting in Abuja on Thursday to send emissary to see President Muhammadu Buhari.
Shell rules out compensation for communities after crude discharge
Two years after an underwater oil leak discharged some 550 barrels of crude into Ogboinbiri River in Bayelsa, the Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) says the incident has no adverse impact to warrant compensation.
Bird wanted alive: $3,638 reward for anyone who sights it
A New Zealand charity on Thursday offered 3,638 U.S. dollars for sightings of a South Island “Kokako”, endangered forest birds.
Mexican president condemns Trump’s wall plan, vows to protect migrants
Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto on Wednesday condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to order construction of a border wall, and directed consulates to protect migrants’ rights in the United States.
Mexico won’t pay for Trump’s wall – Nieto
Mexican President, Enrique Pena Nieto has said that the country would not pay for the wall or physical barrier that is to be erected by the U.S. along its border.
Student caught stealing phone in mosque, faces prosecution
An 18-year-old secondary school student, Muritala Adulfatai, who allegedly entered a mosque and stole a phone valued at N35,000, was on Thursday in Lagos released on a N10,000 bail.
Thai police issue new warrant for arrest of Buddhist monk
Thai Police on Thursday issued a new warrant for the arrest of an influential Thai Buddhist monk Phra Dhammachayo.
Federer beats Wawrinka to reach Australian Open final
Roger Federer beat fellow Swiss Stan Wawrinka 7-5 6-3 1-6 4-6 6-3 on Thursday to reach the Australian Open final and stay on course for an 18th Grand Slam title.
