Good news as oil prices rise toward $56
Oil prices were lower on Friday but on course for weekly gains, the third in a row in the case of Brent as the clean-up after hurricane in the United States gathers pace and the outlook for demand rise.
Knife-wielding man attacks soldier on Operation Sentinelle
A knife-wielding man attacked a soldier on Friday, the latest assault to raise questions over whether France’s anti-terror patrols are a target for extremists.
ULC strike ultimatum: Don’t succumb to blackmail by illegal organisation, NLC, TUC tells FG
THE leaderships of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC and the Trade Union Congress, TUC, on Friday advised the Federal Government not to succumb to the alleged blackmail by the United Labour Congress, ULC that has given a seven day ultimatum for strike.
…bag of flour costs N6, 600 2-yrs ago, now goes for N11,400, Bakers lament
The Master Bakers and Confectionery Association of Nigeria in Osun has called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene in prices of baking materials.
FIFA Ranking: Ekpo urges Super Eagles not to be distracted
A former Super Eagles player, Friday Ekpo, says the six-point drop of the country in the latest FIFA ranking was insignificant and urged the team to remain focused in their future outings.
Giggs tips Barry to reach 700 Premier League appearances
Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs has tipped Gareth Barry to reach 700 Premier League appearances, with the former England midfielder on the brink of matching the Welshman’s all-time record.
